Ian Thain

Retired Developer Advocate. Interests - Technology, Apple/iOS, iPhone Photography, Aerospace & Formula One. All views & opinions are my own. Photos © protected

[Ian Thain @ithain]

@HaraldMonihart @craeck @Pogue Such a great read

[MacRumors.com @MacRumors]

Happy Birthday, iPad: Apple's Tablet Turns 16 https://t.co/wBi3Lsvaki

[Ian Thain @ithain]

Attended the Photography and Video Show in Birmingham a few weeks ago. Check out some of the wonderful models situated around the show #shotoniphone

[Phil Traut ᯅ @SpatiallyMe]

THIS is how you do an Apple Museum.

I got invited to the exclusive opening of the Apple Museum in Utrecht, which felt like the perfect way to celebrate 50 years of the company that has shaped my life for the past 16 years.

But this is not just another collection. Through their unique displays, the museum conveys the core values and philosophies of Steve Jobs: seeing art in technology, approaching concepts in new ways, and paying attention to the smallest details. I couldn’t stop smiling.

If you’re a fan of Apple, this is not only a must-visit, but probably one of the greatest Apple experiences you’ll ever have.

Shot entirely on Apple Vision Pro.

[AppleTrack @appltrack]

Apple is officially 50 years old today.

The company was founded on April 1, 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne.

[Tim Cook @tim_cook]

April 1st marks 50 years of Apple. Thank you to everyone who’s been a part of our journey. https://t.co/ZeB68ok859

#Apple50

[Ian Thain @ithain]

Will be counting down to this 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻

[jack hollingsworth @photojack]

ANNOUNCEMENT

Starting January 6, 2026, I’m launching my first podcast: https://t.co/zizVKbUalf — a weekly, 12-episode series about seeing, shooting, and living photographically with the world’s most popular camera.

No scripts. No ads. No bullshit. Just honest, authentic conversations about the craft of iPhone photography—how we see, what we feel, and why we shoot.

Episodes will alternate between solo reflections and interviews with fellow shooters, artists, and creative thinkers. Each will drop on Mondays, running under 45 minutes. Recorded on Zoom (video and audio) so you can listen on Spotify or watch on YouTube.

Because photography is visual, and we should see what we’re talking about.

Season One: “The Capture Season”

January 6, 2026 — 1 Million iPhone Photos (and Counting)
Fourteen years, one camera, and everything it’s taught me.

January 13, 2026 — Developing a Photographic Approach
What the hell does that even mean—and why it matters.

January 20, 2026 — The Art of Seeing
Anytime. Anywhere. Anything.

January 27, 2026 — 15 Settings That Actually Matter
How to optimize your iPhone for intentional photography and filmmaking.

February 3, 2026 — The Only 12 Camera Features That Count
Forget the rest—master these and watch your photos transform.

February 10, 2026 — Let There Be Light
Understanding illumination as your most powerful tool.

February 17, 2026 — Design Within Reach
Nature and nurture in composing strong photographs.

February 24, 2026 — Color
Emotion, energy, and expression through hue and tone.

March 3, 2026 — The Art of Storytelling in Photography
Turning ordinary moments into visual narratives.

March 10, 2026 — What’s in My Mobile Camera Bag
Gear I actually use and why it matters less than you think.

March 17, 2026 — Presence
The real secret to great photography is showing up fully.

March 24, 2026 — Advanced Guide to Exposure
Balancing light and shadow for creative control.

Because photography is more than pixels and gear.
It’s a practice. A presence. A way of being awake in the world.
https://t.co/zizVKbUalf — By Photographers, For Photographers.

Listen on Spotify.
Watch on YouTube.
Learn more at https://t.co/zizVKbUalf.
What do you think? Suggestions welcome. Thanks in advance.

#ShotoniPhoneCamera #iPhonePhotography #MobilePhotography #PodcastLaunch #ByPhotographersForPhotographers #iPhoneJack

[Ian Thain @ithain]

Happy 17th birthday Apple App Store

[Ian Thain @ithain]

Happy 18th birthday iPhone

[Tim Cook @tim_cook]

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Bill Atkinson. He was a true visionary whose creativity, heart, and groundbreaking work on the Mac will forever inspire us. Our thoughts are with his loved ones.

[Ian Thain @ithain]

Beautiful #treeclub #shotoniphone

[Ian Thain @ithain]

@VisitIOW @ManoloBlahnik Got to be the beautiful Godshill Model Village ❤️

[Royal Air Force @RoyalAirForce]

Today at 1:45pm, subject to weather, serviceability, and operational requirements, RAF aircraft will take to the skies above London and over Buckingham Palace to celebrate 80 years since Victory in Europe.

#VEDay80

[Ian Thain @ithain]

Slight delay on testing, due to breaking my right hand ring finger! Ouch!

[Ian Thain @ithain]

Really looking forward to trying out the new @shiftlens case and 60mm telephoto lens.

[Ian Thain @ithain]

Thanks to the wonderful models 👍🏻

[Ian Thain @ithain]

It was nice to try something new at the photography and video show in London this Monday. I have never tried Portrait photography, so having the show locate some models around, it was great to break the ice with my iPhone 15 Pro #shotoniphone

[Basic Apple Guy @BasicAppleGuy]

Happy Birthday Steve Jobs!

[Ian Thain @ithain]

Took the dive and updated node.js on my home-bridge server. Now totally up to date with all versions needed 👍🏻

[Ian Thain @ithain]

What a great show!!!

[Formula 1 @F1]

All 20 drivers. One epic show. The class of Formula 1 in 2025 🤩

#F175LIVE