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Every June, Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) sets the tone for the company’s software ecosystem, and often hints at its long-term strategy. This year, it is officially scheduled to take place from June 9 to June 13, at Cupertino, California.
WWDC 2025 is set to be a groundbreaking showcase of Apple’s most ambitious advancements. With rapidly growing competition in AI, major shifts in consumer expectations, and Apple’s ambitious push into spatial computing, this year’s event could mark a turning point for the next decade of Apple innovation.
From groundbreaking updates to iOS, macOS, and visionOS to the potential unveiling of Apple’s long-anticipated AI platform, WWDC 2025 has the tech world watching more closely than ever. Developers, fans, and industry analysts alike are bracing for announcements that could reshape how we interact with Apple devices across every screen and experience, from phones and laptops to wearables and mixed reality. Let’s look at some of the highlights.
1. iOS 19
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Apple is poised to unveil iOS 19 at the WWDC 2025. This update is anticipated to bring significant enhancements, focusing on design, AI integration, and user experience improvements.
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Major Design Overhaul
iOS 19 is expected to introduce a substantial redesign, drawing inspiration from visionOS. Users can anticipate a modernized interface featuring translucent menus, floating navigation bars, and updated icons. The Camera app, in particular, is rumored to receive a revamp, aligning with the new design ethos.
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Enhanced AI Features
Building upon the foundation laid by Apple Intelligence, iOS 19 aims to expand AI capabilities across the system. One notable feature is an AI-powered battery optimization tool that analyzes user behavior to manage power consumption more efficiently, potentially extending battery life.
Additionally, the Health app is expected to incorporate AI-driven features, offering personalized coaching and wellness guidance. While significant upgrades to Siri were anticipated, recent reports suggest that these enhancements may not be a central focus at this year’s conference.
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Improved Connectivity and Accessibility
iOS 19 is set to simplify the process of connecting to public Wi-Fi networks. Users will be able to fill out login forms on one device, with credentials syncing across other Apple devices for a more streamlined experience.
The developer beta of iOS 19 is expected to be available shortly after its announcement at WWDC 2025, with a public release anticipated in September.
2. iPadOS 19
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Apple is also set to unveil iPadOS 19, and is expected to bring significant productivity enhancements, a redesigned interface, and AI-driven improvements.
A Mac-style menu bar will appear when a Magic Keyboard is connected, improving workflow efficiency. Stage Manager 2.0 is expected to refine multitasking, addressing usability concerns.
Apple is enhancing Siri with AI-driven improvements including hundreds of new actions, better onscreen awareness, and personalized intelligence. The update will introduce a glass-effect interface, offering a more modern aesthetic. Additionally, calligraphy support for the Apple Pencil will enable Arabic script writing, reflecting Apple’s growing focus on India, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
3. macOS 16
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macOS 16, set to be unveiled at WWDC 2025, is shaping up to be the most significant update to Apple’s desktop operating system. Accessibility gets a boost with the introduction of the Magnifier app for Mac, a system-wide Accessibility Reader, and Braille Access, making the platform more inclusive for users with diverse needs.
Apple Intelligence, the company’s suite of AI-powered features, is also expected to play a larger role, enhancing Spotlight search, and system suggestions. With its combination of visual innovation, smarter multitasking, and accessibility, macOS 16 is poised to set a new standard for the Mac platform.
4. tvOS 19
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tvOS 19, expected to be unveiled at WWDC 2025, marks a significant evolution for Apple TV’s operating system. While the core structure, divided between the Home Screen for app navigation and the Apple TV app for unified content discovery, will remain, Apple is likely to enhance the Apple TV app to make it a more centralized and useful hub, potentially with streamlined navigation and improved recommendations.
New and enhanced screensavers, including long-awaited visuals based on Apple TV+ series and real-world locations, are expected to debut. The InSight feature, which provides information about actors and media during playback, may also expand to cover a broader range of content, not just Apple TV+ originals.
Deeper integration with other Apple devices is anticipated, enabling seamless handoff of content from iPhone or iPad to Apple TV, and improved AirPlay. Security and privacy enhancements are also likely, reinforcing Apple TV’s role as both an entertainment centerpiece and a smart home hub.
5. watchOS 12
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Apple is set to unveil watchOS 12 at the WWDC 2025, and aims to refine the Apple Watch experience, blending advanced health tracking, AI-driven enhancements, and a refreshed design.
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Vitals App and Advanced Health Metrics
Apple is likely to expand its Vitals app, introduced in watchOS 11, with new health insights. Rumors suggest blood pressure monitoring and hypertension detection could be integrated, leveraging improved sensor technology.
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AI-Powered Siri and Smart Suggestions
watchOS 12 is expected to introduce AI-driven Siri enhancements, making it more context-aware and proactive. Siri could offer personalized health insights, on-wrist translations, and smarter workout recommendations.
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Device Compatibility
watchOS 12 will likely support Apple Watch Series 7 and later, including Ultra models.
6. visionOS 3
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The visionOS 3 is expected to bring enhanced spatial computing capabilities, AI-driven improvements, and a refined user interface.
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Eye-Scrolling and Gesture Enhancements
One of the most anticipated features is eye-scrolling, allowing users to navigate menus and apps simply by looking at them. This builds on Vision Pro’s existing eye-tracking technology, eliminating the need for pinch gestures when scrolling. Apple is also preparing developer tools to integrate this feature into third-party apps.
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Apple Intelligence Expansion
visionOS 3 is expected to bring deeper AI integration, enhancing Siri’s contextual awareness and on-screen interactions. Apple may introduce LLM-powered Siri, improving voice commands and proactive suggestions.
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Developer Tools and App Expansion
Apple is reportedly working on new APIs to encourage native app development for visionOS. This could lead to expanded third-party support, making Vision Pro more versatile beyond Apple’s ecosystem.
7. AirTag 2
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Apple is expected to unveil AirTag 2 bringing enhanced tracking, improved security, and deeper ecosystem integration. It is expected to integrate with Apple Vision Pro, enabling spatial tracking capabilities.
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Upgraded Ultra Wideband Chip
AirTag 2 will feature Apple’s second-generation UWB chip, offering three times the range of the original model. This upgrade will significantly improve Precision Finding, making it easier to locate misplaced items.
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Enhanced Anti-Stalking Protections
Apple plans to introduce stronger anti-stalking measures, including tamper-proof speakers to prevent unauthorized disabling. Tracking alerts will also be refined for better detection.
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Design and Battery Improvements
While AirTag 2 will retain its compact design, Apple may add a built-in attachment loop and longer battery life.
8. Pro Display XDR
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The next-generation Pro Display XDR is also rumoured to be unveiled at WWDC 2025, bringing higher refresh rates, improved color accuracy, and deeper ecosystem integration.
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Upgraded Display Technology
The new Pro Display XDR may feature quantum-dot display technology, enhancing color accuracy and motion performance. Apple is also rumored to introduce Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, providing faster data transfer speeds.
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Apple Silicon Integration
Unlike its predecessor, the updated model may include an Apple silicon chip, enabling built-in spatial audio, microphones, and a webcam. This would align it more closely with Apple’s Studio Display.
