Jonathan Horst returns YoutubeMore than a year after he stopped posting videos, the former Mac Address host has launched a brand new channel called “Thinking Different.” He shared this update on X on February 12, 2026, telling fans that he was ready to make videos again. To many tech viewers, Jonathan Horst is the face of Mac Address, the Apple-focused channel associated with Linus Media Group. When Mac Address went on indefinite hiatus at the end of 2024, fans wanted to know what would happen next. Now they have an answer. Jonathan Horst (Jonathan Horst) said that his new channel will not only talk about Apple, but also explore other technology topics and even ideas outside of technology.Jonathan Horst wrote in a post on It’s not going to be as Apple-focused as what I’ve done before, and I have plans outside of technology. “His message was simple and direct. It was made clear that this new chapter was independent of his earlier work at Linus Media Group.
Jonathan Horst opens up about leaving Mac Address and Linus Media Group
Jonathan Horst first talked about leaving Mac Address in November 2024. Around that time, the channel was suspended as part of wider changes within Linus Media Group. Reports of layoffs are circulating, and viewers are unsure who will stay and who will move on.On November 16, 2024, Jonathan Horst issued a statement on X in which he reflected on his journey and remained calm about the situation. He writes: “When I was in broadcast journalism school, our instructors warned us that ‘you will definitely experience layoffs during your career.'” I’m already number 2 and I’m fine. It’s a huge privilege to work on Mac Address. I’m grateful for this opportunity and everyone who supports the channel. “He did not elaborate on the reasons for his departure. However, his words conveyed gratitude rather than anger. Many fans responded with support and thanked him for his honest reviews and thoughtful discussions about Apple products.Meanwhile, another former Linus Tech Tips employee, Alex Clark, also made headlines. Alex Clark says he was fired after starting his own YouTube channel. Based on his public comments, the company claimed the move violated a non-compete clause in his contract. The situation brought into sharp focus the changes taking place within the company at that time.Now, Jonathan Horst is building something his own way with Thinking Different. He made it clear that while Apple would still be involved in the discussions, his content would become broader. After a long hiatus, he’s back in the spotlight with a fresh start and a new sound.
