Apple’s WWDC 2025 is coming in hot with iOS redesigns, game-changing AI, and major macOS improvements

Get ready for a week jam-packed with creativity, innovation, and technology as Apple’s WWDC 2025 is around the corner.

Apple is preparing for WWDC 2025, and this year's focus is more on polish than surprises. Rumor has it that it would probably highlight a major AI enhancements, and unified software versioning across devices. The tech world is filled with excitement as the conference draws near.

The event will be streamed live. The WWDC will be held from June 9 to June 13, with the keynote scheduled for 10 a.m. PT on June 9.

What’s changing with iOS this year?

Reports suggest that iOS will experience its most significant redesign in years. The bold new design seems like a well-thought-out response to Google's redesign of Android 16.

The event's tagline, "Sleek peek," clearly indicates what the focus is. Here are all the announcements and changes that Apple WWDC 2025 is likely to bring, as per a report by Mashable.

What’s the deal with the new naming system?

Mark Gurman of Bloomberg predicts Apple's focus this year is unification, which includes a redesigned iOS and a new naming convention.

Apple's iOS update will follow a new naming scheme that signals a move toward more frequent software updates. The new scheme matches version numbers to the year of the update, implying a more progressive approach than sticking with iOS 19 (iOS 26 is expected to replace iOS 19).

He says naming the OS after next year is "much more forward-looking" than 19. Apple is also anticipated to release the corresponding updates for watchOS 26, macOS 26, iPadOS 26, visionOS 26, and tvOS 26 throughout its ecosystem, as per a report by Mashable.

Is Apple finally going big on AI?

The emergence of generative AI, spearheaded by Google and OpenAI, has prompted Apple Intelligence to react. Although some features, such as Priority Notifications, have shown some degree of utility, Apple is not leading the AI race; rather, it is merely keeping up.

Rumors suggest that Apple's long-awaited Siri makeover and AI technology are not yet primetime ready.

However, Gurman cautions that significant updates from Apple should not be anticipated at WWDC. This year's conference will feel smaller than previous editions because the emphasis will be on design changes and updates to the core system.

One noteworthy AI-related development is Apple's purported decision to make its Foundation Models available to outside developers, enabling them to create unique app features.

Also, a number of other iOS apps, including Photos and Safari, will subtly change their names to "AI-powered."

Will we see any hardware at WWDC 2025?

With big bets like a foldable iPhone and a less expensive Vision Pro still in the early stages of development, Apple seems to be in a recalibration phase.

Are there any updates for macOS?

After Apple released its M4 MacBook Air models earlier this year, there might be some interesting macOS updates.

FAQs

Is Apple releasing iOS 19 or 26?
Apple is expected to skip iOS 26 to align version numbers with the year, establishing a new naming convention.

Will there be any major AI features revealed?
Apple is introducing subtle AI features and opening up its models to developers, but no major AI breakthroughs are expected this year.