iThinkDifferent – Apple News and Guides

Steam Link app coming to Apple Vision Pro

Asma Hussain — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:57:41 +0000

Valve is bringing its Steam Link app to Apple Vision Pro, opening up a new way to play PC games on Apple’s spatial headset. The upcoming visionOS app lets users stream games directly from a Mac or Windows PC to...

iPhone Fold crease solution may rely on advanced adhesive

Asma Hussain — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:50:44 +0000

Apple’s long standing issue with foldable display creases may finally have a solution, and it comes down to material science rather than just hardware design. New supply chain reports suggest that a specialized adhesive layer will play a central role...

visionOS, watchOS, tvOS 26.5 beta 2 focus on fixes and developer changes

Asma Hussain — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:54:02 +0000

Apple has released visionOS 26.5 beta 2 alongside watchOS 26.5 beta 2 and tvOS 26.5 beta 2, continuing its latest round of developer updates across platforms. The new builds arrive two weeks after the first betas and are available through...

macOS 26.5 beta 2 focuses on stability and developer updates

Asma Hussain — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:39:12 +0000

Apple has released macOS 26.5 beta 2 to developers, arriving two weeks after the first beta as part of its ongoing testing cycle. The update is available through System Settings for registered developers and continues Apple’s coordinated rollout across iPhone,...

iOS 26.5 beta 2 reveals how ads will work in Apple Maps

Asma Hussain — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:35:19 +0000

Apple is getting ready to introduce ads in Apple Maps, and iOS 26.5 beta 2 offers the clearest look yet at how the system will work. The latest developer beta adds a new splash screen inside Maps that outlines where...

iOS 26.5 beta 2 arrives with Maps changes and developer updates

Asma Hussain — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:11:45 +0000

Apple has released iOS 26.5 beta 2 and iPadOS 26.5 beta 2 to developers, arriving two weeks after the first beta. The update is available through the Settings app for registered developers, and it continues Apple’s incremental rollout strategy ahead...

iPhone Fold launch still set for fall 2026 despite delays

Asma Hussain — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:44:17 +0000

Apple’s first foldable iPhone is still expected to launch in fall 2026, even as new reports point to production delays behind the scenes. Supply chain sources say mass production has slipped by roughly one to two months, but Apple has...

Apple smart glasses leak reveals bigger AI wearables strategy

Asma Hussain — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:40:58 +0000

Apple smart glasses are shaping up to be one of the company’s most anticipated new products, but the hardware itself is only part of the story. The glasses are being developed as a practical, everyday wearable, with Apple focusing on...

Apple runs out of high end Mac mini and Mac Studio models

Asma Hussain — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 02:50:45 +0000

Apple is no longer accepting orders for several high end Mac mini and Mac Studio configurations, as supply issues continue to impact availability across its desktop lineup. Multiple upgraded variants are now marked as “currently unavailable” on the Apple Store,...

Tim Cook reacts to Artemis II iPhone photos

Asma Hussain — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 02:41:24 +0000

Tim Cook is drawing fresh attention to the Artemis II mission, this time highlighting the iPhone images captured by astronauts during their journey around the Moon. His reaction puts the focus squarely on how the iPhone 17 Pro Max was...

OpenAI urges Mac users to update ChatGPT and Codex apps after security warning

Asma Hussain — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 06:17:12 +0000

OpenAI is asking Mac users to update its desktop applications, including ChatGPT, Codex, Atlas, and Codex CLI, following a security issue tied to a third-party developer tool used in its macOS build pipeline. The company says the update is being...

Apple Car Key support coming to Lexus vehicles

Asma Hussain — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 04:19:07 +0000

Apple is preparing to expand Apple Car Key support to Lexus vehicles, according to new backend code findings. References to Lexus have appeared in Apple’s systems, indicating that the company is getting ready to enable compatibility with the luxury brand....

Gmail end-to-end encryption now available on mobile

Asma Hussain — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 04:08:23 +0000

Google has expanded Gmail end-to-end encryption to Android and iOS, bringing a key enterprise security feature to mobile for the first time. The update allows eligible users to compose and read encrypted emails directly inside the Gmail app, removing the...

Apple TV earns five Peabody nominations in 2026

Asma Hussain — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:46:52 +0000

Apple TV is once again in the spotlight for original programming, picking up five nominations at the 86th Annual Peabody Awards. The recognition spans entertainment, documentary, and children’s content, reinforcing the platform’s steady push into prestige storytelling. The Peabody Awards...

YouTube Premium price increase hits all plans in 2026

Asma Hussain — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:37:08 +0000

YouTube Premium price increase is now official, with Google raising subscription costs across all tiers in the United States. The updated pricing took effect on April 10, 2026 for new subscribers, while existing users will see the changes reflected in...

Logic Pro update adds Step Reflex and Dolby preview

Asma Hussain — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:01:32 +0000

Apple has rolled out a fresh set of updates across its Creator Studio apps, with Logic Pro leading the cycle with new creative tools and workflow improvements. The update is available across macOS, iPadOS, and iOS where applicable, and focuses...

Apple museum in Utrecht showcases 50 years of products

Asma Hussain — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:48:48 +0000

Europe’s largest Apple museum has officially opened in Utrecht, offering a detailed look at 50 years of Apple products and history. The launch aligns with Apple’s 50th anniversary, making the timing notable as interest in the company’s legacy continues to...

Instagram comment editing now available with 15-minute limit

Asma Hussain — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:35:25 +0000

Instagram has rolled out a long-requested feature that finally lets users edit comments after posting. The update introduces a 15-minute editing window, giving users a short but useful buffer to fix typos, adjust tone, or rethink what they said without...

macOS Tahoe 26.4.1 fixes Wi-Fi issues on M5 MacBooks

Asma Hussain — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:30:20 +0000

Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.4.1, a targeted update that fixes a Wi-Fi connectivity issue affecting newer MacBook models. The update arrives two weeks after macOS Tahoe 26.4 and focuses on resolving a specific networking problem rather than introducing new...

Mac shipments growth beats PC market in Q1 2026

Asma Hussain — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:24:09 +0000

Apple saw strong momentum in the first quarter of 2026, with Mac shipments growing faster than the broader PC market. According to IDC estimates, Apple shipped around 6.2 million Macs during the quarter, marking roughly 9 percent year over year...