As Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025 draws closer, excitement is building. From June 9 to 13, you’ll glimpse what could be the most dramatic redesign of Apple’s operating systems in over a decade. A major visual change is coming to iOS 19, and it’s being called the biggest since iOS 7 launched in 2013.
This major update, codenamed Solarium, will give iPhones and other Apple devices a fresh new look. You can expect to see these updates if you use iPadOS, watchOS, or even tvOS. Apple’s goal for 2025? A more unified and consistent experience across all its devices.
A new look inspired by Vision Pro
The new interface, reportedly inspired by the design of Apple’s Vision Pro headset, will bring more translucent elements to your screens. You might notice softer backgrounds and even circular app icons—a big shift from the square designs you’ve been used to.
Menus and layouts are expected to become standard across all your Apple devices. For example, when you tap “Settings” on your iPhone or iPad, the menu you see should look and behave the same on your Apple Watch or TV. This is all part of Apple’s plan to bring everything together more elegantly and streamlined.
YouTuber Jon Prosser recently shared a concept of what this new interface could look like. His video featured a floating, translucent navigation menu, which caught much attention. But not everyone agrees with his vision. Well-known Apple journalist Mark Gurman has hinted that these leaks might not be completely accurate, saying that the shared images don’t truly reflect what will be revealed at WWDC.
Apple shifts focus from AI to better design
While many tech companies invest in artificial intelligence, Apple appears to take a different approach—at least for now. Gurman has said Apple focuses on refining its operating systems and improving how you interact with them. In his words, Apple wants to make the traditional OS “more elegant.”
So, what’s happening with Apple Intelligence? What is the company’s take on AI? Apple hasn’t fully jumped in despite the growing interest in AI tools from companies like Microsoft, Google, OpenAI, and even Elon Musk’s Grok. Its virtual assistant, Siri, hasn’t received the big AI updates people expected in iOS 18. According to reports, a major Siri update—referred to as Siri 2.0—might not arrive until 2026.
That delay could leave Apple behind, especially with recent moves from competitors. OpenAI’s collaboration with former Apple designer Jony Ive has raised the stakes, putting more pressure on Apple to innovate soon.
Even so, Apple may still announce a few new AI tools during WWDC. These include features that help your device understand context better or tools that app developers can use to add AI to their apps. Apple might even open the door to outside developers and third-party AI systems, giving them access to Apple Intelligence features. That could help Apple move faster and offer more than other platforms.
What to expect at WWDC 2025
Everything will become clearer during Apple’s WWDC 2025 event, which starts on June 9. The opening keynote on Monday will be the place to see the first live preview of iOS 19 and the Solarium redesign. That week, Apple will likely reveal how this new interface will look and work—not only on iPhones but across its full range of devices.
While artificial intelligence won’t be the main focus, it won’t be left out entirely. Apple seems to be balancing design improvements with smaller steps into AI. You can now look forward to a cleaner, more connected experience across your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
With the promise of a unified and more modern interface, Solarium could mark a turning point in how you use your Apple devices every day.
