App News Today — September 15, 2026
Apple iPhone Duo makes developers think in folds and more — today's app signal.
The world of AI and agents is moving at a breakneck pace, with major players making bold moves to stay ahead of the curve. On the device side, Apple's latest iPhone release is causing a stir among developers, who are being forced to rethink their app designs in light of the new "fold" form factor. Meanwhile, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is exuding confidence about the future of AI, telling President Trump that the industry won't let a slowdown happen. This kind of optimism is infectious, and it's clear that the AI revolution is showing no signs of slowing down.
As the AI landscape continues to evolve, we're seeing a flurry of strategic moves from key players. OpenAI is making a big bet on computer vision, reportedly snapping up smartphone camera maker Glass Imaging for $300 million. But not everyone is happy with OpenAI's trajectory - Elon Musk, for one, is suing the company over antitrust concerns, although Apple appears to have dodged a bullet on this one. And in a related development, Rocket Lab is pushing back against NASA's decision on a Mars spacecraft, while Nvidia and Apple continue to push the boundaries of what's possible with AI-powered devices, as evidenced by the latest iOS and macOS releases, which boast significant refinements to Siri and Liquid Glass.
Today's signal:
• Apple iPhone Duo makes developers think in folds (theregister.com)
• Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang tells Trump ‘we’re not going to let [an AI slowdown] happen’ (techcrunch.com)
• Rocket Lab is seeing red about NASA's decision on a Mars spacecraft (arstechnica.com)
• OpenAI buys smartphone camera maker Glass Imaging for $300 million, report says (techcrunch.com)
• OpenAI stuck fighting Musk antitrust suit after Apple finds a way out (arstechnica.com)
• Apple releases iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27 with Siri AI and Liquid Glass refinements (arstechnica.com)