Based in Columbus, Ohio, Andrew O'Hara has spent his years post-graduation from The Ohio State University embedded in all aspects of the digital space from leading digital marketing teams to front-end web development and design. He started producing videos online while in high school, pivoting quickly from cooking videos to tech videos, spurred by his adoration of Apple products.
When he isn't writing or producing video content for AppleInsider, he is creating content for his own YouTube channel. He spends his spare time with his amazing wife Faith exploring and going on adventures visiting parks as well as checking out local distilleries and breweries. He also enjoys cooking, photography, and spending time with his family's bevy of pets including two dogs, a cat, two bunnies, and en epic saltwater fish tank.
While Andrew loves all aspects of technology, he is most passionate about smart homes (i.e. HomeKit), iPad, iOS/iPadOS, fitness technology, Apple Watch, and fintech.
Andrew has also written freelance for multiple publications, touching on technology, digital marketing, and smart homes as well as been a speaker at the annual Consumer Electronics Show.
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we talk about more straggling CES news, Apple TV rumors, GM's CarPlay issues, and lay out Apple's 2025 smart home roadmap.
After a week of high-profile releases, CES 2025 is over and there was some awful stuff on display. Here's the worst and weirdest products at the show.
We've completed our trek across the vast halls of CES 2025 to round up the best smart home devices for Apple users. From robot vacuums to pocketable projectors, here's what we've found.
We saw some great products for Apple users after a week of wearing our feet to the bone at CES! Here's what we like the most that we got the chance to check out in person at the show.
On this special episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, your host talks through all the smart home releases coming out of CES 2025.
Canadian smart home brand Nanoleaf released multiple new smart home products at CES 2025, including its first floor lamp and a new software subscription.
Prolific computer storage maker LaCie has released its latest portable drive during CES 2025, debuting the Rugged SSD Pro5 with support for Thunderbolt 5.
Anker comes prepared for CES 2025 with lots of new accessories, from powerful chargers to speakers to solar beach umbrellas.
At CES 2025, the Ultraloq Bolt Mission UWB + NFC turned heads with support for hands-free auto-unlocking and Matter support.
Robot vacuum peddler Ecovacs is showcasing their latest flagship model at CES 2025, Deebot X8 PRO Omni which is several improvements including a self-washing roller mop.
At CES 2025, Roborock has unveiled its latest flagship robotic vacuum cleaners, including a futuristic model with an AI-powered articulated grabbing arm that will pick up your dirty socks.
Electronics brand Aukey is showing off two new MagSafe-compatible products at the annual Las Vegas-based tech show, bolstering its growing lineup.
Lutron has announced its new Caseta smart shades at CES 2025, bringing its window covering technology to more with a lower price tag and continued support for Apple Home.
At CES 2025, smart home purveyor Govee showed off two new lights for the smart home with unique form factors and features that work natively with the Home app.
Targus and Hyper continue to cater to Apple users, with the company debuting new gear at CES 2025 ranging from sleek tech backpacks to colorful hubs and adapters for a variety of applications.
Moft, known for its origami-like stands, wallets, and accessories, is showing off its newly-announced iPhone wallet that features support for Apple Find My.
At CES 2025, Australia-based Espresso Displays has expanded its product portfolio with a new portable monitor aimed at the mobile professional.
Belkin has continued to improve on its eco-friendly pledge to decrease the carbon footprint of its products, while also announcing several new consumer devices.
Going into the new year, here are our best tips to maximize your health with the help of any Apple Watch.
Here's how a mountain of tech products come together to help AppleInsider's Andrew O'Hara keep up with the demanding and growing needs of Apple-focused video production.
On this final 2024 episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, your host breaks down the new Apple video doorbell rumors as well as revisits the highlights from the last year.
Based on what we've seen, odds are good that you're not in love with the redesigned Photos app in iOS 18. While the old version isn't returning, here's how to make it more like its beloved former self.
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, your hosts talk through even more smart home rumors from Apple, talk about the new 18.3 releases, and review the xBloom smart coffee maker.
Apple has a master plan to conquer the smart home, and after years of HomeKit being just a hobby, it all will begin in 2025. Here's what Apple has in mind.
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, your hosts break down the latest Apple smart home news and several leaked devices ahead of CES 2025.
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