Apple kicked off WWDC 2025 (WWDC 25) on June 9, delivering its biggest software redesign in years—dubbed “Liquid Glass”—and reinforcing developer-focused features, especially in AI and gaming. Here’s a comprehensive look at the highlights.
1. New “Liquid Glass” UI across the ecosystem
iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26 (“Tahoe”), watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 received a sweeping visual overhaul inspired by the translucent, futuristic style of Vision Pro.
Expectations were confirmed: we’re seeing glassy, floating menus and cohesive visual themes across devices.
2. A major shift in OS versioning
Apple abandoned traditional version numbers: no iOS 19—instead launching iOS 26, aligning numbering across platforms to the year .
3. Enhanced AI & Apple Intelligence update
Apple revisited last year’s Apple Intelligence platform, addressing previous delays and reaffirming new features are coming in the “coming year”.
Introduced: AI-powered battery optimization, third-party “Foundation Models” framework, live translation via AirPods, advanced Markdown and Siri improvements—though a full Siri overhaul is still pending.
4. iPadOS gets Power-user upgrades
iPadOS 26 brings macOS-style multitasking—taskbar, menu bars, revamped Files and Preview apps, plus expanded AI tools.
5. New “Games” app & gaming improvements
Apple debuted a dedicated Games app, replacing Game Center, aiming to promote Mac gaming and centralize discovery.
6. VisionOS 26 & tvOS/watchOS updates
VisionOS® 26 adopts the Liquid Glass aesthetic.
watchOS 26 adds new workout types and AI-powered health insights; tvOS 26 gets interface enhancements paralleled with the broader redesign.
7. No new hardware yet
True to form, WWDC 25 was a software-centric event—no new hardware releases. Devices like iPhone 17, updated Watches, and Mac Pro will arrive later this fall.
Why this matters
Design unity: For the first time since iOS 7 in 2013, Apple is rolling out a unified aesthetic across all major OSes.
Developer enablement: New frameworks for AI, expanded multitasking on iPad, and the Games app all open more opportunities.
AI course‑correction: After underwhelming rollout last year, Apple is doubling down with pragmatic AI enhancements and improved on-device intelligence.
🎯 Final take
WWDC 25 wasn’t about flashy gadgets—it showcased a bold software renaissance. With the Liquid Glass design bringing immediate cohesion, AI improvements signaling renewed momentum, and developer-friendly tools front and center, Apple is resetting expectations as it marches into the post-visionOS era.
What stood out to you most—Liquid Glass, iPad multitasking, AI battery tweaks, or the Games app? Let’s dive deeper into what interests you!
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