Apple set to host WWDC 2025 on June 9: iOS 26, new AI-powered and other software updates expected
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How to watch WWDC 2025 Keynote
The keynote address will be streamed live on Apple's official website, the Apple TV app, and Apple's YouTube channel. Viewers can access the stream on various devices, including iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple TVs. The event, as mentioned above, will kickstart at 10:00am PT (10:30PM IST).
For those unable to watch live, on-demand playback will be available shortly after the event concludes.
What to expect from Apple WWDC 2025: iOS 26 and more
New Naming Convention
Apple is anticipated to introduce a new naming system for its operating systems, aligning version numbers with the release year.
This means the successor to iOS 18 – instead of iOS 19 – will be called iOS 26, corresponding to its 2025 release. Similar changes are expected for iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and other platforms that are likely to be called iPadPS 26,
macOS 26
, watchOS 26 and more.
Major Design Overhaul
iOS 26 is rumoured to feature a significant visual redesign, drawing inspiration from visionOS. The update, codenamed "Solarium," aims to introduce a more translucent, glass-like aesthetic with floating on-screen elements and simplified navigation.
These design changes are expected to extend across other Apple operating systems for a more unified user experience.
New Features and applications expected with iOS 16
Several new features are anticipated in iOS 26. These may inlcude:
Messages: Apple may introduce automatic translation for incoming and outgoing texts, and the ability to create in-message polls.
Apple may introduce automatic translation for incoming and outgoing texts, and the ability to create in-message polls. Apple Music: Animated album art on the Lock Screen's Now Playing view, enhancing the visual experience.
Animated album art on the Lock Screen's Now Playing view, enhancing the visual experience. Notes: S upport for exporting notes in Markdown format, catering to users who utilize third-party platforms.
upport for exporting notes in Markdown format, catering to users who utilize third-party platforms. CarPlay: Visual updates to align with the new iOS 26 design language, improving consistency across devices.
and AI Integration
Building upon its Apple Intelligence platform, Apple is expected to introduce AI-powered features, including:
Improved battery management: AI-driven tools to analyze user habits and optimize battery usage.
Siri Enhancements: While a complete Siri overhaul may not debut immediately, incremental improvements leveraging AI are anticipated.
Apple WWDC 2025: New Software Updates
In addition to iOS 26, Apple is likely to announce updates to other operating systems:
macOS 26 (Tahoe): The new software update is expected to adopt the new design aesthetics and introduce features enhancing user productivity.
iPadOS 26 : It is anticipated to include improved window management and multitasking capabilities
: It is anticipated to include improved window management and multitasking capabilities watchOS 26: Potentially featuring AI-driven health and fitness tracking enhancements.
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