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AirPort Utility Positive Reviews

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Good way to keep in touch with your Airport ExpressesMy household has a couple of ancient Airport Expresses, which have a tendency to fade into the background until they get lonely, and cry out for help. When this happens, they usually just need to be introduced to a new router on the block, or perhaps have their firmware upgraded. Since this only happens every couple of years, however, there's always upfront overhead to digging up and installing the software for Windows. The app makes this dramatically easier, and is a lot easier to use on top of it. For various reasons, it's much simpler to ensure the app gets installed on each of my iDevices and is kept up-to-date via the App Store than it is via the PC. So, from my Airport Expresses, a big thank you: They feel far more cared for as a result. Indeed, they're even get proactive firmware updates now, instead of having to wait until they start refusing to take requests..Version: 1.3.4

UpdateNew id oper open notis.Version: 1.3.4

Oh, some peopleWhy don't people read the description before posting reviews?!? This app does just what it says it does. In 5 star style..Version: 1.0

The best app Apple has madeUnlike most apps by Apple (which come preloaded and can't be deleted, eg podcasts, newsstand) this app must be downloaded and can be removed. Up front, that's 3 stars. I love how to app is also baked into the Settings>Wifi>manage this network, too. Functionally, this app is amazing. Took 2 seconds to turn on my new AirPort Extreme and set it up as a wireless bridge to my existing FIOS router. Keychain and remote restart is handy, and too. Great work!.Version: 1.3.4

PerfectTaking this device around to people places to use for wireless music… and connecting it to wi-fi zones and now this up makes it so easy… when i buy a house I'm buying 10 of these boxes....Version: 1.0

Excellent.I only use it to check WiFi signal strengths, but it does this reliably. An optional analog display of signal strengths would be good..Version: 1.3.6

Brilliant companion appWorks 100% of the time for me and does everything I need. Even gives you prompts when something on your network is set up incorrectly e.g. when a second router attached elsewhere via powerline is using NAT - prompting you to change the airport into bridge mode so as to remove the IP address conflict..Version: 1.3.4

Now with iPhone X supportWas not expecting an update given the AirPort line is discontinued but iPhone X support is here. If I were a gambling man I’d say this update was triggered by the AirPort Express firmware update that added AirPlay 2 support recently. Definitely an app to have on your phone for as long as you’re still using an AirPort or Time Capsule router..Version: 1.3.5

Love it!I'm pretty sure my AirPort Express is the original, and it works with this. I use it to sync my iTunes music from my iPad to my stereo - can't believe a non-tech head like me can manage such a thing! Followed the instructions with the AirPort and it works seamlessly. Fantastic!.Version: 1.2

It works!I have been using the utility as a wi fi analyzer. Finally I found an iOS app that does the job! Very straightforward to set up and understand. Happy days..Version: 1.3.6

Worked Perfect to Find Neighbours’ WiFi Channel NumbersBut you first need to turn on the app’s Wifi Scan feature on your iPhone or iPad by using Settings/ scroll to AirPort Utility app/ WiFi scanner / slide button to right or green. Worked perfectly for me within 10 seconds to find the wifi channel numbers that my two neighbours are transmitting on (channel 1 and 9), so I set my wifi router permanently (from auto) to channel 11, to avoid interference. The possible interference (2 routers using the same wifi channel) may have been disconnecting my router from my ISP, requiring endless reboots of my wifi router. No one at my ISP Tech Support offered up this potential fix , even after 6 to 8 calls for help, and 2 in-home tech visits. I found this “change your wifi router channel” tip on the internet. Time will tell if it’s the ultimate fix for a wifi router that’s dropping the internet signal at least once a day..Version: 1.3.6

SimpleApple style and simplicity. Perfect app.Version: 1.0

Unbelievably handyThis app is another major step forward for the post-PC era. Its feature list is impressive; don't let its seemingly simple appearance fool you. Definitely beats using the typical, half-baked website that all the other inferior networking products have. It completes the already seamless experience that Airport already is. Couldn't ask for more. Thanks once again, Apple!.Version: 1.0

Finally fixed in iOS 13I was worried we wouldn’t see an update since Apple walked away from AirPort devices but glad to see a newly released update for iOS 13. Had to reinstall because it wasn’t asking to save passwords (remembered the choice from the crashy version but wouldn’t save still) and that fixed that. Hopefully they’ll work harder to make their own apps ready on day one when iOS 14 comes out—or even better don’t break it next time?.Version: 1.3.6

Excellent information, but you have to dig a littleThis utility has a no-nonsense interface. The only graphics are the startup screen that show icons of all the nodes on the network and their connections. Clicking on any node brings up basic, but important info for that node. Touching Wireless Clients brings up the MAC address of any connected machine. Touching any address brings up the helpful info you need to dig for: Connection data. This app shows the Connection quality, Data Rate, S/N and Mode for each device. That is priceless This info isn't even available on the desktop version. The only options you can't change are DHCP Reservations and Port Settings. Access Control is included and is very helpful because you can go to a machine and check its MAC address then set Access Control from the iPhone..Version: 1.3.4

My 8 year old AirportExpressJust goes to say, 8 years old, works just like it did when it came out the box, but a little too old for this app..Version: 1.0

The only wifi scanner allowed on the App StoreSince apple removed all wifi scanners from the App Store except their own, this is the only one available to use. Minimal interface, but it does the job perfectly!.Version: 1.3.6

About as much control as the older Mac/Windows Airpot UtilityI have a 3rd gen Time Capsule, and the fact this app does everything but hard drive management is great. I can configure port forwarding to my Mac and PC, I can manage what's on my network (and filter what shouldn't be there), and I can reset my router from across the house when I absolutely need to ( a rare occurrence indeed). Add drive management for Time Capsule and attached storage, and this will be perfect..Version: 1.3.4

Wifi signal scannerI use this only for surveying wifi signal strength around the house. Useful for positioning your router and receiving devices. Gives signal strengh in dBm. If you don’t see the feature, enable it in settings>air port utility>enable wifi scan..Version: 1.3.6

All is good27th Oct. 2019: Following the latest update to the firmware, and the previous update to the app, all is working fine now under iPadOS 13.1.3 (iPad Pro 10.5”).Version: 1.3.6

Typical Apple brillianceStaggeringly quick and simple way to configure your wifi network. Unlike most routers that require hours of faffing the AirPort just works and this utility makes it dead easy to set up..Version: 1.3.4

Setting Up Party Music Streaming Network - GreatThis app is great for someone who is setting up an airport express on a friends network/ creating a new one for the purpose of streaming music for a party. So many times I have had to take me laptop along to do this and then hide it in a safe place at the party. Now all I need is my iPhone or iPad. Just another step to relying less on the traditional computer/laptop.Version: 1.0

Great appAs always Apple did it once again..Version: 1.3.4

Works great, before and after iOS 8Airport Time Capsule with iOS 8 works great, no loss or degradation of function. This app has saved me loads of time, allowing me to make changes to my Airport Time Capsule without dragging out my MacBook or sitting down at my iMac just to look up the MAC address of all the devices using my wireless network, for example. If you're having problems using the app, try a hard reset on you iOS device, force quitting the app before restarting..Version: 1.3.4

Broken with ios13Since this is a tool used to manage Airport devices, which some of us still use despite Apple having discontinued the hardware products, this is an essential app. Clearly no regression testing of it on ios13 and no urgency to get the app fixed. Really not very good Apple :( Now fixed! 👍.Version: 1.3.6

Solid productivity toolSince 2012, I have used the Apple AirPort utility for two different networks, each using an AirPort Time Capsule as my main wireless base stations along with AirPort Express base stations to extend my network connectivity. When I have moved to a new office location, this utility has made connecting to a new network easy, backing up to AirPort Time Capsule is very important since I use a variety of Macs, and iOS devices..Version: 1.3.6

CoolCool.Version: 1.3.3

ExcellentIt’s a shame this has been deprecated..Version: 1.3.5

OopsCancel my last. 5 stars. Wifi turned off in application. Big sorry. Great app..Version: 1.3.4

Fantastic!!Great that I don't need to have my iMac or MacBook Pro on to play my music on!! I can use my iPhone... Love it so much!!! Thanks Apple / iTunes!!.Version: 1.3.4

Needs update! Only RSSI app around!This is about the only app on the apple app store that has a true wifi spectrum analyzer and tells you the RSSI of your wifi connection which is very important information. It really needs an update since some buttons in the corners can be used on newer iPhones since they are mostly off screen. The app crashes occasionally The wifi scan information is really limited, it could really use displaying the same image as macOS does: (channel, rssi, noise, SDR Rating, phy mode, ect) Lastly, it would be nice if there was options to group search results by same channel so it’s easier to see how many ppl around you are using the same channel and also sums up which channels are being used instead of this very long unorganized list of results..Version: 1.3.6

2023 test.It actually works great. Since there isn’t instructions I think most people just give up without reading some important information that I found posted in these reviews. After installing the app you need to turn on the wifi scanner that is off by default. You can only do this by going to your device settings application, scrolling down to the Airport Utility app then turning on the wifi scanner. Now launch the app and do a scan from the top right corner text link. Now play around for a bit. You will see your wifi network name and probably neighbours if you scroll way down. Now just check it out. Do scans from different rooms and compare the dbm signal info. Enjoy!.Version: 1.3.6

Need improvementStill waiting for a big change.....Version: 1.3.5

Great!!This is a great app. Finally! I even was able to update my airport express's firmware with this. Very happy with this app..Version: 1.0

Faster than claimed by manufacturerHave two of them as I love that o can use for music without having to use tye tv screen as is done with Apple TV. One I have doubled as a WiFi extender and to wirelessly pump music into my stereo using the laser link into my boutique stand alone fav for greater music reproduction. This air device is like a one in all and very versatile even though it’s kind of old and obsolete I never want to be without it in life as nothing like it exists anywhere. Never should be taken out of production in my view. Nice and compact with pretty darn good rage still today. Both mine are the last version..Version: 1.3.6

FINALLY! I got it to work!I think after the update, I am now able to extend my optimum WiFi with my 3rd generation time capsule! I’ve been trying on and off for years. It wouldn’t play nice with a Verizon router but plays nice with Altice! Thank you Apple! Love my Apple products, all 13 of them!!!!!.Version: 1.3.5

Works great!Went looking for a utility to view raw wifi signal strength -- theres a bunch of shovelware on the app store that claims to, but this is an official utility from Apple and has some special permission from the OS that gives it low level access. Once you turn on "wifi scanning" in the app store settings you can just hit "Scan wi-fi" and it works perfect..Version: 1.3.6

Excellent coverage but needs improvement in other areasBeen using Apple Routers for over 5 years now and not had any problems with them as such. Could expect the ability to turn off internet Access for specific devices or at night at specified times so to avoid misuse. Also would like better control on who’s using how much data with MAC address and device names with the WiFi networks. Lastly being an Apple product please release app support for iPhone X ‼️ Firmware updates are overdue ‼️ Also a big downside with fiber connectivity is that the speed drops greatly on WiFi on the wired extended airport express. Unsure why but my Main Aiport Extreme gives me D:100/U:100 Mbps but my wired extension of Airport Express gives me D:40/U:40⁉️.Version: 1.3.4

UsefulExtremely useful little app if you use Apple Wifi routers..Version: 1.0

Please keep the updates and support for this app coming :)The airport express is still the best airplay 2.0 system in the market. Works every time and delivers internet to every corner of the house. Quick to setup and easy to administer. Just does what you need it to. I have 8 of these and won’t switch to anything else, love it..Version: 1.3.6

Simple and informativeI’m no super user. I just want to plug in my ancient Apple Time Capsule and connect to the internet at a reasonable speed. This app helps me do that admirably. This morning I finally unplugged my fast but unreliable new TP-Link router to return it (piece of junk), then dug out my trusty Time Capsule and hooked it up. Got the flashing amber light and no internet connection. Hm. Opened this app, which showed me in a few words and some handy pictures what the problem was. Fixed it and was immediately up and running. Thanks, Apple. Boy, I wish you still made routers..Version: 1.3.6

Worked fineWorked great. Updated my airport firmware right from my iPad Air. Nice!.Version: 1.3.4

The best example of Network ConfigurationMost other network devices require you to use a stupid web interface. This has been once of the best ways to configure a Network that I have seen. Completely intuitive..Version: 1.3.6

Great!Very nice app, handy for configuring my base station. Would like the option to fully expand to show a tree of all connected devices (not just base station) rather then going in to see a list view. Otherwise it's very good..Version: 1.0

Too easy!Fantastic. You can even upgrade the firmware using the app. Although, I couldn't see if my TimeMachine was in bridge mode. Would be good to see available space on the drive itself but I guess goes outside the scope of the app. Highly recommended for easy management of your devices. As for those that complain about security, just be careful where you leave your iPhone or iPad with the utility on it..Version: 1.0

Excellent AppIt works better for me than the desktop version. I've tried to solve a issue with my printer and it was only possible to configure the airport using this app instead of that on my Mac..Version: 1.3.4

Numéro 1Pas de problème.Version: 1.3.6

Works fine.No problems here..Version: 1.3.4

I miss you!I miss AirPorts. That was the best router on the market. Now the other options are just buggy and don’t work well. Imagine an AirPort with support to Wi-Fi 6?.Version: 1.3.6

Wi-Fi signal strength works.Found a review that said this works well and gave setup directions. (Step 1)go into app settings and change the slider for “Wi-Fi scanner” to on. (Step 2) Done with setup. Went into the app and clicked “scan” and am seeing dBm values for all networks around me, refreshing every couple seconds. I don’t have any airport devices, so no idea what’s up with that angle..Version: 1.3.6

Ideal for boosting my WiFi around the houseI bought 2 used Airport Expresses off the internet. They are ideal for boosting my WiFi throughout my house. Also, I have connected the ground floor Airport Express via a cable to the Aux (input) of my Yamaha hifi receiver (an amplifier, basically) that I’d left to gather dust in my loft, now it has a new lease of life back in my living room by being able to playing almost limitless music from Apple Music! We have family membership which lets all of us take turns in playing whatever music we like! Am I missing something or have I got rid of the need to buy a Sonos or similar?.Version: 1.3.4

ExcellentInstalled first time so don't know what the other guy was on about! Excellent app and very easy to use!.Version: 1.3.4

Easy setup! I see room to make it easierRouter was very easy to setup with this app. Much easier than any other I have ever had. It seemed to know what it's problem was and why it couldn't connect to the internet. Only reason I didn't give it 5 because it seems Apple would give it an "Autoset" option that would automatically use certain checks and set it up for you with the most common settings. Great router with much better signal than my last Belkin!.Version: 1.3.4

Airplay 2 support fixed?Since Apple rolled out AirPlay 2 I had been having issues getting my iPhone to play over my stereo that is connected to the audio jack on my Airport Express. Today they released an update to the Airport Utility and I was Apple to successfully connect for now. Let’s hope it wasn’t just by coincidence and they really did fix the issue..Version: 1.3.6

Does not provide access to icloud ID/passwordMessage was displayed when Time Capsule had yellow light requiring update of iCloud ID & Password (for Back-to-my-Mac?) but iPhone App does not provide access to update (had to be done from Mac). If message is displayed in the App the App should provide a way to fix it in the App (or at least instructions on how to fix it from Mac).Version: 1.3.4

Love the App but needs an updateI love using this to mange my airport, but it would be lovely to see an update to be more compatible with iOS 11 especially when i use my iPhone X to make the app more seem less like the rest of apples apps.Version: 1.3.4

Love/hateI love the concept of this application. It has very great potential and many useful features. I use it frequently and it’s effective. It also is very difficult to understand as the menus should be revised and set up differently. Very outdated and has a few bugs. Sometimes no matter what it’s unresponsive. Please update!!!!.Version: 1.3.4

Gonna miss it when I have to replace my 6th gensApple Airport wifi was by far the easiest to set up with multiple base stations. Still enough to saturate my internet connection so I keep using them until they stop getting firmware updates..Version: 1.3.6

Baffling order of processesI only have one problem with this: why does it ask me to save the password I entered for an airport device before verifying that I got it correct? For all I know it's saved the wrong one! Other than that, the app does what I need it to..Version: 1.3.6

Good AppThis is a handy app for checking on your network or setting up new Apple base stations. Simple & elegant too. Note, if a base station does not appear or views the settings only, then Apple no longer supports that device. The device will continue to provide service as-is, but cannot be reprogrammed..Version: 1.3.4

Working well againA nasty bug squashed and it’s all smiles again. Thanks..Version: 1.3.6

Works well.This is a very handy utility if you manage AP base stations, and actually works quite well and appears to be bug free..Version: 1.3.4

AwesomeJust awesome, love it. Wish other companies learn from this..Version: 1.0

App Crashes on iOS 13I’ve been using my 3rd Gen AirPort Extreme for 10+ years as well as the AirPort Utility app for as long as it’s been available and understand that Apple has long since discontinued their router sales and support. That said, I can’t 1 star review due to how well it has worked and how useful it’s been in the past, however I/we can only hope Apple addresses this issue. With the last app update being more than a year ago, we can only cross our fingers. My AirPort Extreme has been the best router I’ve ever used and have even considered purchasing a used one as a backup in case mine ever kicks the bucket. Help, Apple! 😬.Version: 1.3.5

Password issuesGreat app. Unties the airport express from a computer when travelling. To those folks who have had problems entering their password, it is NOT the WPA password, but the password that you used when you first set up the airport. Hope this helps..Version: 1.0

Another great apple productI was looking for a way I could play music stored on my iPhone 6s Plus to my teac reference 380 hifi. After trawling through website after website and watching lots of videos online about Bluetooth adapters etc I came across the airport express. I now have it hooked to my network and connected to one of the aux outputs on my amplifier. This now means I can airplay music to my hifi and so can my family and friends when they visit. It's great to add to any hifi with an aux output so you can now stream to it wirelessly. Sound quality is great as it's over wifi and not Bluetooth. Thanks again apple!.Version: 1.3.4


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