- ExpressVPN has added a new ‘fastest location’ feature
- The provider has also launched its first true native macOS app
- Both updates are rolling out to users on iOS, Android and macOS
ExpressVPN has just rolled out two major updates aimed at making its service faster and more intuitive for users on the go and at their desktops.
The provider has introduced a ‘fastest location’ feature for instant, optimized connections and launched its first native Mac VPN app, promising a true desktop experience.
Both updates are designed to streamline the user experience and ensure customers can connect securely with a single click while enjoying the best possible performance.
In an increasingly crowded field, these quality-of-life improvements are key to any service that wants to be considered the best VPN on the market, helping to remove friction and make digital privacy more accessible.
The ‘Fastest Location’ tool is now available across ExpressVPN’s iOS, Android and macOS applications. The new native Mac app is also available for all users to download today.
A need for speed with ‘fastest location’
As ExpressVPN explains in the announcement, the new ‘Fastest Location’ feature is a significant improvement for users who prioritize speed and simplicity.
It replaces the previous ‘Smart Location’ and ‘Recent’ sections on the app’s home screen and instead offers a single button to connect to the optimal VPN server based on real-time network conditions. This automated process is designed to deliver faster connection times and lower latency.
The update also brings more transparency to the server selection process. The app now shows the connection strength of the three or five fastest servers, which is automatically updated every time a new, more optimal location is discovered. This allows users who still want to choose their server manually to make a more informed decision.
“We built the fastest location to make secure connections completely effortless,” said Shay Peretz, Chief Operating Officer at ExpressVPN, in a statement. “It takes care of performance behind the scenes so users can focus on browsing safely, streaming smoothly and staying protected without missing a beat.”
A true desktop experience for Mac
In addition to the new connection feature, ExpressVPN has launched a brand new native app for macOS.
While the provider has long supported Apple desktops, the previous app was based on the iPad VPN version, brought to the Mac using Apple’s cross-compatibility features. The new app is built from the ground up using Apple’s Mac Catalyst framework.
This shift to a native application means users can expect a smoother and more responsive experience that feels fully integrated with the macOS environment. The company promises faster boot times, smoother images and improved multitasking performance. This brings the Mac client in line with the provider’s other “first class” applications.
“We wanted the Mac version to feel as refined as our other platforms,” Peretz said. “With this new native app, everything from startup to window size feels smoother, faster, and more in tune with macOS.” This investment in a platform-specific experience demonstrates a commitment to its Apple user base, refining the desktop experience to be more powerful and intuitive.
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