Apple's Legal Wins and New Features: April 18, 2026

In this episode of the Daily Apple Loop, we cover Apple's recent legal victory against Masimo, allowing the blood oxygen feature on the Apple Watch to remain available in the U.S. We also discuss India's decision not to mandate the preinstallation of a government ID app on iPhones, providing users with more freedom. Additionally, we explore the upcoming features in Apple Maps with iOS 26.5, including personalized suggestions for places to visit. Anthropic's new AI tool, Claude Design, is introduced, aimed at helping users create professional designs without a background in design. We also highlight the latest deals on Apple Watch Series 11 models, the review of the Aspekt Touch 4K Monitor, and an attractive offer for 10TB of lifetime cloud storage. Finally, we touch on podcast highlights discussing productivity tools and the new Game Mode feature on iPhones, along with a review of the Plugable 10-in-1 USB-C Hub and the enhancements in OpenAI's Codex app. Join us for a comprehensive look at the latest in the Apple ecosystem.