Apple WWDC 2025: Major Announcements and iOS 26 Features Unveiled
Apple's WWDC 2025 Kicks Off with Exciting Updates
Today marked the commencement of Apple's highly anticipated WWDC event, which will unfold over the coming days. During the initial segment, the tech giant from Cupertino unveiled significant updates to its operating systems and introduced new features across various applications. Apple has revamped many of its existing apps, enhancing their functionality and aesthetics. The company confirmed that the upcoming iOS 26 will focus on creating a unified design experience across devices, including MAC, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and other products.
Highlights of iOS 26 Updates
The event commenced with announcements regarding the new iOS 26 updates, which are expected to be named after their respective launch years. The Apple team introduced a new Foundation Models Framework aimed at improving the phone's operating system capabilities. Notably, the last major redesign occurred with iOS 7, making this update long overdue. iOS 26 will feature a cohesive design across platforms, utilizing a liquid glass aesthetic that enhances the visual appeal of apps and home screens. Additionally, new devices compatible with this update will offer a transparent design option for icons and widgets.
Enhanced User Experience in Messaging and Calls
With the latest updates, web pages will now extend from edge to edge, improving text readability. Changes in the phone and messaging apps will enable users to screen calls before answering. A new hold assist feature allows users to keep calls on hold while multitasking, especially useful when dealing with telemarketers or waiting in a virtual queue.
Innovations in the Music App
The Music App will now include a feature to translate lyrics, allowing users to enjoy global music. The liquid glass interface will showcase album art prominently across the screen. Users can also receive recommendations for mixing soundtracks and switch to new songs seamlessly before the current track ends, thanks to enhanced Apple intelligence.
Updates to Apple Watch
The Apple Watch will introduce several new features, including a workout buddy that analyzes workout data and provides encouragement through AirPods. To maintain a quiet environment, the watch will adjust notification sounds based on ambient noise levels. Users can also manage notifications more effectively with a simple wrist gesture.
TV OS Enhancements
The TV OS update will feature live lyrics translation in the Music App, enhanced language captions in FaceTime, a redesigned notifications pane, and the ability to select user profiles upon waking. The liquid design will also extend to the TV OS.
Mac OS Redesign
The newly named OS Tahoe will bring a redesign to Mac OS, featuring a game overlay and a liquid glass aesthetic with on-con tinting. Users will benefit from streamlined daily functions through Spotlight and shortcut accessibility, along with customizable folders and optimized quick key options.
Vision OS Updates
The Vision Pro will receive numerous updates, including support for Logitech Muse and PlayStation VR2 Sense Controller with 90 Hz hand tracking. Users will be able to save hand and eye data on their devices for use with Vision Pro, along with features like Safari Spatial browsing and team device sharing.
iPad OS Enhancements
The new iPad OS update will allow users to organize their home screens for improved multitasking, live translation capabilities, and features like preview, Expose local audio/video capture, Genmoji appearances, and a new windowing system with an updated pen.
Upcoming Beta Releases
Apple plans to initiate beta developer sign-ins soon, followed by public beta sign-ins for iOS 26 later.