iOS 19 or iOS 26

What big launch is Apple doing in WWDC ?

Apple plans to launch Major Design Changes…

Apple is preparing to make a significant change in the naming of its operating system.

Instead of using sequential numbers like iOS-19, the company plans to adopt a different naming system.

This means that the next iPhone operating system will be called iOS-26. This change is expected to be officially announced at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025, starting on 9th-June-2025.

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Apple’s move to a year based naming system, starting with iOS-26 marks a significant change in its software branding strategy.

Along with the anticipated Solarium design overhaul, these changes reflect Apple’s commitment to innovation and consistency across its product line.

As mentioned above, the upcoming WWDC 2025 will provide more details about these developments and set the stage for the future of Apple’s operating system

Naming convention across all Platforms

The shift to a year-based naming system won’t be limited to iOS alone. Other Apple operating systems will also adopt this convention.

In fact, Apple aims to bring uniformity across software platforms, making it easier for users and developers to identify the release year of each operating system.

These Operating Systems include –

• iPadOS 26

• macOS 26

• watchOS 26

• tvOS 26

• visionOS 26

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Reason of major design overhaul, Inspired by visionOS

Along with the new nomenclature, Apple is expected to make significant changes to its operating system. Reportedly codenamed Solarium. This new design is inspired by visionOS, operating system that powers the Vision Pro headset.

This redesign aims to provide a unified and futuristic interface across all Apple devices, enhancing the overall user experience.

Design features introduced by Solarium

• Modern and sleek user interface

• Dynamic icons and softer curves

• Haptic interactions for a more tactile experience

• Floating navigation bars and layered transparencies

WWDC 2025 | What to expect

Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025 is scheduled to be held from 9th-June-2025 to 13th-June-2025. The event will begin with a keynote address on 9th-June-2025 at 10:00 am PT (10:30 pm IST).Apple is expected to unveil the following changes during the conference

• The new year-based naming convention for its operating systems across all devices

• The Solarium design overhaul

• Updates to core apps like Camera and Messages

• Major advancements in artificial intelligence features

Developers and enthusiasts can look forward to a week packed with sessions, labs, and announcements that will showcase Apple’s latest devices and technologies.