iTab Pro

iTab Pro (previously known as InstaTab Pro for Instagram) is a handy little app for your Mac that makes checking your Instagram way easier. Instead of dealing with a messy web browser, this minimalist app lets you access your Instagram account straight from your status bar!

Easy Access to Your Instagram

When you fire up the iTab Pro app, you'll notice a new icon in your status bar. Just click on it, and voilà! A tab window pops up where you can view the Instagram site in either mobile or desktop mode. It’s super simple!

Login Every Time

Before diving into all those cute photos and videos, make sure to log in with your Instagram credentials. Just a heads-up: iTab Pro doesn’t save these between sessions. So each time you open the app, you'll need to log back in.

Hotkeys for Quick Access

If you're all about efficiency, iTab Pro has got your back! You can set up a hotkey from the Preferences window that allows you to bring up the status bar panel quickly. Plus, switching to desktop mode can be done with just a keyboard shortcut!

Stay Updated with Alerts

The cool part? iTab Pro keeps an eye on your Instagram timeline and refreshes it every so often. You’ll get visual and audio alerts whenever someone posts something new. That way, you only check out Instagram when there’s fresh content waiting for you.

Simplicity at Its Best

This app is all about making it easy to check out your Insta feed without putting in too much effort. But remember: since you have to log back in each time and switch modes manually, it might feel like a bit of a hassle.

A Few Drawbacks

One thing to keep in mind is that some panels might not load right when you're in mobile mode. For instance, if you click on “View Profile” from the user menu, don’t forget to hit the refresh button at the bottom of the main panel to see the correct page.

If you're ready to simplify how you check out Instagram on your Mac, download iTab Pro here!