Conference season is in full swing, and all eyes are on Apple Park in Cupertino, California for this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). While 2023 brought us the Vision Pro and 2024 offered a sneak peek at Apple Intelligence, this year feels different – a bit of a wildcard. Rumors suggest a major shift away from flashy hardware and AI-centric announcements. Instead, the focus appears to be on a comprehensive software overhaul.
Apple is reportedly planning a significant visual refresh for its operating systems, iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. The new look is described as having a “glassier” aesthetic. Furthermore, there are strong indications that Apple is planning a renaming of its operating systems to achieve greater consistency across its devices. This might mean a shift from iOS 19, visionOS 2, and watchOS 12 to a unified iOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26, and so on. Adding to the excitement, whispers of a new gaming app are also circulating.
The pressure is definitely on for Apple. Google I/O, a recent AI-focused event, showcased impressive advancements, including demos of Android XR prototype smart glasses. In contrast, Apple Intelligence’s rollout has been less than seamless. The anticipated all-new Siri remains elusive, with even Apple seemingly unsure about its precise release date. Recent statements from spokesperson Jacqueline Roy suggest a launch “in the coming year,” but this lack of clarity adds to the anticipation surrounding WWDC.
The WWDC 2025 keynote begins at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET. Stay tuned to this liveblog for minute-by-minute updates and all the breaking news from the event. Will Apple deliver on the software revolution? Only time will tell. We’ll be here to bring you all the details.
In the lead up to the event, speculation has been rife. Some are eagerly anticipating significant improvements to iPad multitasking, while others are keen to see further developments in Apple’s AI initiatives. The stage is set for a potentially transformative event, and we’re excited to see what Apple has in store for developers and consumers alike.
