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Jordan News
3 days ago
- Jordan News
Apple to Rename Its Operating Systems Based on Years Instead of Version Numbers - Jordan News
Apple is planning a major shift in how it names its operating systems, as part of a broader software overhaul across its range of devices. According to Bloomberg, citing anonymous sources familiar with the matter due to the confidentiality of the plan, Apple will begin naming its systems based on the year of release rather than version numbers. For example, the current 'iOS 18' will be renamed to 'iOS 26.' اضافة اعلان Other updates will adopt similar names, such as iPadOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26. This move aims to unify Apple's OS branding and eliminate the current numbering system, which has often been confusing for both users and developers due to the differing release timelines of each platform. A spokesperson for the Cupertino-based company declined to comment on the report. Apple is expected to announce this change during its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on June 9. New Interfaces The renaming will also be accompanied by redesigned user interfaces across all operating systems, in an effort to deliver a more consistent and seamless experience as users move between devices. Internally, the new design is reportedly called 'Solarium' and will extend to tvOS, watchOS, and parts of visionOS, according to earlier Bloomberg coverage. This strategy mirrors moves made by Samsung and Microsoft in the past. In 2020, Samsung launched the Galaxy S20 to align with the release year, following the Galaxy S10. Microsoft, for its part, has used year-based naming since releasing Windows 95, followed by Windows 98 and Windows 2000. One key difference is that Apple plans to use the upcoming year — not the current one — in its naming. So even though the new systems will launch in September 2025, they will be labeled as 2026 releases, similar to how car companies name their models. If Apple continues this approach, the next releases would be named 27. Notably, Apple had previously used a similar strategy with its iWork and iLife software suites, such as iWork '08 and iLife '08 released in 2007, followed by iLife '11 in October 2010. As part of the upcoming updates, Apple is also planning to give the iPad a more Mac-like experience, potentially making it better suited for office work. Additionally, the company will allow third-party developers to access the AI models powering its Apple Intelligence platform. Expected new features this year include: real-time translation mode for AirPods and Siri, eye-tracking scroll support for Vision Pro, AI-powered health features, and an intelligent battery management mode. Apple also plans to introduce a new bilingual keyboard (Arabic-English), a digital pen for Arabic calligraphy on Apple Pencil, and a new dedicated gaming app for its devices. — Agencies
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Apple to launch iOS 26, macOS 26 in major rebrand tied to software redesigns
Apple Inc. is planning the most sweeping change yet to its operating system names, part of a software overhaul that extends to all its devices. The next Apple operating systems will be identified by year, rather than with a version number, according to people with knowledge of the matter. That means the current iOS 18 will give way to 'iOS 26,' said the people, who asked not to be identified because the plan is still private. Other updates will be known as iPadOS 26, macOS 26 , watchOS 26, tvOS 26 and visionOS 26. Apple is making the change to bring consistency to its branding and move away from an approach that can be confusing to customers and developers. Today's operating systems — including iOS 18, watchOS 12, macOS 15 and visionOS 2 — use different numbers because their initial versions didn't debut at the same time. A spokesperson for Cupertino, California-based Apple declined to comment. The company will announce the shift at its Worldwide Developers Conference on June 9. The branding will accompany fresh user interfaces across the operating systems — an attempt to ensure a more cohesive experience when people move between devices. The new look, dubbed Solarium internally, will include tvOS, watchOS and parts of visionOS, Bloomberg News reported this week. The latest naming strategy is reminiscent of approaches taken by both Samsung Electronics Co. and Microsoft Corp. In 2020, Samsung renamed its flagship Galaxy S phone line after its launch year, moving to the Galaxy S20. That device's predecessor, which debuted in 2019, was the Galaxy S10, representing the 10th generation. In 1995, Microsoft shifted to naming major operating systems after the year they launched, rolling out Windows 95 and then Windows 98 and Windows 2000. The big difference is Apple will use the upcoming year rather than the current one. Though its next operating systems will launch around September 2025, they'll be named for 2026 — not unlike how car companies market their vehicles. If Apple keeps the strategy, the following set of releases will carry the 27 moniker. Apple previously attempted something similar with its software bundles for office work and creativity apps. In August 2007, it rolled out iWork '08 and iLife '08. That was eventually followed by iLife '11, which went on sale in October 2010. As part of the changes, Apple plans to give the iPad a more Mac-like experience, potentially making it more useful for office work. And the company is opening up its AI models to third-party developers, letting them tap into the underlying technology used by the Apple Intelligence platform. Other new features coming this year include a live-translation mode for AirPods and the Siri voice assistant, as well as an eye-scrolling option on the Vision Pro headset. In the artificial intelligence realm, Apple is planning health features and an AI-enabled battery management mode. There also will be a new bidirectional Arabic and English keyboard, a digital calligraphy pen for Apple Pencil users and a new app for gaming on Apple devices.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Apple to launch iOS 26, macOS 26 in major rebrand tied to software redesigns
Apple Inc. is planning the most sweeping change yet to its operating system names, part of a software overhaul that extends to all its devices. The next Apple operating systems will be identified by year, rather than with a version number, according to people with knowledge of the matter. That means the current iOS 18 will give way to 'iOS 26,' said the people, who asked not to be identified because the plan is still private. Other updates will be known as iPadOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26 and visionOS 26. Apple is making the change to bring consistency to its branding and move away from an approach that can be confusing to customers and developers. Today's operating systems — including iOS 18, watchOS 12, macOS 15 and visionOS 2 — use different numbers because their initial versions didn't debut at the same time. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: 1 simple trick to get all TV channels Techno Mag Learn More Undo A spokesperson for Cupertino, California-based Apple declined to comment. The company will announce the shift at its Worldwide Developers Conference on June 9. The branding will accompany fresh user interfaces across the operating systems — an attempt to ensure a more cohesive experience when people move between devices. The new look, dubbed Solarium internally, will include tvOS, watchOS and parts of visionOS, Bloomberg News reported this week. Live Events The latest naming strategy is reminiscent of approaches taken by both Samsung Electronics Co. and Microsoft Corp. Discover the stories of your interest Blockchain 5 Stories Cyber-safety 7 Stories Fintech 9 Stories E-comm 9 Stories ML 8 Stories Edtech 6 Stories In 2020, Samsung renamed its flagship Galaxy S phone line after its launch year, moving to the Galaxy S20. That device's predecessor, which debuted in 2019, was the Galaxy S10, representing the 10th generation. In 1995, Microsoft shifted to naming major operating systems after the year they launched, rolling out Windows 95 and then Windows 98 and Windows 2000. The big difference is Apple will use the upcoming year rather than the current one. Though its next operating systems will launch around September 2025, they'll be named for 2026 — not unlike how car companies market their vehicles. If Apple keeps the strategy, the following set of releases will carry the 27 moniker. Apple previously attempted something similar with its software bundles for office work and creativity apps. In August 2007, it rolled out iWork '08 and iLife '08. That was eventually followed by iLife '11, which went on sale in October 2010. As part of the changes, Apple plans to give the iPad a more Mac-like experience, potentially making it more useful for office work. And the company is opening up its AI models to third-party developers, letting them tap into the underlying technology used by the Apple Intelligence platform. Other new features coming this year include a live-translation mode for AirPods and the Siri voice assistant, as well as an eye-scrolling option on the Vision Pro headset. In the artificial intelligence realm, Apple is planning health features and an AI-enabled battery management mode. There also will be a new bidirectional Arabic and English keyboard, a digital calligraphy pen for Apple Pencil users and a new app for gaming on Apple devices.
Business Times
5 days ago
- Business Times
Apple to rebrand its device operating systems to mark major overhaul
[LOS ANGELES] Apple is planning the most sweeping change yet to its operating system names, part of a software overhaul that extends to all its devices. The next Apple operating systems will be identified by year, rather than with a version number, according to sources with knowledge of the matter. That means the current iOS 18 will give way to 'iOS 26,' said the sources, who asked not to be identified because the plan is still private. Other updates will be known as iPadOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26 and visionOS 26. Apple is making the change to bring consistency to its branding and move away from an approach that can be confusing to customers and developers. Today's operating systems – including iOS 18, watchOS 12, macOS 15 and visionOS 2 – use different numbers because their initial versions didn't debut at the same time. A spokesperson for Cupertino, California-based Apple declined to comment. The company will announce the shift at its Worldwide Developers Conference on Jun 9. The branding will accompany fresh user interfaces across the operating systems – an attempt to ensure a more cohesive experience when people move between devices. The new look, dubbed Solarium internally, will include tvOS, watchOS and parts of visionOS, Bloomberg News reported this week. The latest naming strategy is reminiscent of approaches taken by both Samsung Electronics and Microsoft. BT in your inbox Start and end each day with the latest news stories and analyses delivered straight to your inbox. Sign Up Sign Up In 2020, Samsung renamed its flagship Galaxy S phone line after its launch year, moving to the Galaxy S20. That device's predecessor, which debuted in 2019, was the Galaxy S10, representing the 10th generation. In 1995, Microsoft shifted to naming major operating systems after the year they launched, rolling out Windows 95 and then Windows 98 and Windows 2000. The big difference is Apple will use the upcoming year rather than the current one. Though its next operating systems will launch around September 2025, they will be named for 2026 – not unlike how car companies market their vehicles. If Apple keeps the strategy, the following set of releases will carry the 27 moniker. Apple previously attempted something similar with its software bundles for office work and creativity apps. In August 2007, it rolled out iWork '08 and iLife '08. That was eventually followed by iLife '11, which went on sale in October 2010. As part of the changes, Apple plans to give the iPad a more Mac-like experience, potentially making it more useful for office work. And the company is opening up its artificial intelligence (AI) models to third-party developers, letting them tap into the underlying technology used by the Apple Intelligence platform. Other new features coming this year include a live-translation mode for AirPods and the Siri voice assistant, as well as an eye-scrolling option on the Vision Pro headset. In the AI realm, Apple is planning health features and an AI-enabled battery management mode. There also will be a new bidirectional Arabic and English keyboard, a digital calligraphy pen for Apple Pencil users and a new app for gaming on Apple devices. BLOOMBERG
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Apple to Debut iOS 26, macOS 26 in Major Rebrand to Mark Software Redesigns
(Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. is planning the most sweeping change yet to its operating system names, part of a software overhaul that extends to all its devices. NYC Congestion Toll Brings In $216 Million in First Four Months NY Wins Order Against US Funding Freeze in Congestion Fight The next Apple operating systems will be identified by year, rather than with a version number, according to people with knowledge of the matter. That means the current iOS 18 will give way to 'iOS 26,' said the people, who asked not to be identified because the plan is still private. Other updates will be known as iPadOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26 and visionOS 26. Apple is making the change to bring consistency to its branding and move away from an approach that can be confusing to customers and developers. Today's operating systems — including iOS 18, watchOS 12, macOS 15 and visionOS 2 — use different numbers because their initial versions didn't debut at the same time. A spokesperson for Cupertino, California-based Apple declined to comment. The company will announce the shift at its Worldwide Developers Conference on June 9. The branding will accompany fresh user interfaces across the operating systems — an attempt to ensure a more cohesive experience when people move between devices. The new look, dubbed Solarium internally, will include tvOS, watchOS and parts of visionOS, Bloomberg News reported this week. The latest naming strategy is reminiscent of approaches taken by both Samsung Electronics Co. and Microsoft Corp. In 2020, Samsung renamed its flagship Galaxy S phone line after its launch year, moving to the Galaxy S20. That device's predecessor, which debuted in 2019, was the Galaxy S10, representing the 10th generation. In 1995, Microsoft shifted to naming major operating systems after the year they launched, rolling out Windows 95 and then Windows 98 and Windows 2000. The big difference is Apple will use the upcoming year rather than the current one. Though its next operating systems will launch around September 2025, they'll be named for 2026 — not unlike how car companies market their vehicles. If Apple keeps the strategy, the following set of releases will carry the 27 moniker. Apple previously attempted something similar with its software bundles for office work and creativity apps. In August 2007, it rolled out iWork '08 and iLife '08. That was eventually followed by iLife '11, which went on sale in October 2010. As part of the changes, Apple plans to give the iPad a more Mac-like experience, potentially making it more useful for office work. And the company is opening up its AI models to third-party developers, letting them tap into the underlying technology used by the Apple Intelligence platform. Other new features coming this year include a live-translation mode for AirPods and the Siri voice assistant, as well as an eye-scrolling option on the Vision Pro headset. In the artificial intelligence realm, Apple is planning health features and an AI-enabled battery management mode. There also will be a new bidirectional Arabic and English keyboard, a digital calligraphy pen for Apple Pencil users and a new app for gaming on Apple devices. (Updated with more details on features being announced at upcoming developer conference.) Mark Zuckerberg Loves MAGA Now. Will MAGA Ever Love Him Back? Millions of Americans Are Obsessed With This Japanese Barbecue Sauce YouTube Is Swallowing TV Whole, and It's Coming for the Sitcom Inside the First Stargate AI Data Center How Coach Handbags Became a Gen Z Status Symbol ©2025 Bloomberg L.P. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
