Apple IOS 19 transforms into IOS 26! The brand new UI "Solarium" is about to be launched, unifying cross-platform experience.

Apple is set to undergo a major transformation, not only integrating the user interface experience but also naming the operating systems by year. The familiar iOS 19 and macOS 16 will be renamed to "iOS 26" and "macOS 26" next year, with watchOS and tvOS all changing names as well. Even more notably, Apple's AI system "Apple Intelligence" is also preparing to be open for third-party developers, allowing for more apps to integrate into the Apple AI system in the future.

Apple's system naming logic has changed from "version number" to "year".

According to reports, Apple plans to fully adopt a "year naming system" for its new systems set to launch in the fall of 2025. For example, iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS will all become "26," representing the 2026 version. This means that the current iOS 18 will become iOS 26, macOS 15 will become macOS 26, and so on.

So why does Apple want to consolidate versions? Because the various systems were not launched at the same time, leading to different versions of each system, so they are consolidating them all at once.

Expected to be officially announced in June at WWDC, along with a brand new UI design.

This major update is expected to be officially announced at the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference on June 10th, Taiwan time (WWDC), and the brand new user interface (UI) Solarium will also be showcased at WWDC.

This update will cover certain modules of tvOS, watchOS, and visionOS. Apple's goal is to create a more unified and modern cross-platform operating experience. The new operating system is expected to be fully launched in the fall of 2025.

Not just a major rebranding, the iPad is set to become more like a Mac, with a major opening up of the AI system.

In addition to the name change and interface update, Apple also plans to upgrade the functionality of the iPad to make it more like a Mac and more suitable for work. Moreover, Apple's internal AI system "Apple Intelligence" is also set to be opened up for third-party developers, allowing for more apps to integrate with Apple's AI system in the future.

New features are being launched one after another, including AI, translation, and eye movement control.

In addition to UI and AI, Apple will continue to introduce new features, including:

AirPods and Siri add "Real-time Translation Mode", making traveling abroad more convenient.

Vision Pro adds "eye control interface", allowing control through eye movements.

AI Smart Battery Management Mode, helping you save power more intelligently.

AI health features will be launched soon, sensing and tracking body conditions.

The Apple Pencil will have a "digital calligraphy pen" mode, making writing feel more tactile.

Newly launched Apple Gaming App, integrating gaming experience.

New bilingual keyboard ( Arabic + English ), catering to the needs of Middle Eastern users.

Apple's name change inspiration may come from Samsung and Microsoft.

Apple has decided to name its operating system by year, possibly referencing Samsung (Samsung) and Microsoft (Microsoft)'s approach:

Samsung named the Galaxy S series "S20" in 2020 to correspond with the year.

Microsoft launched Windows 95 as early as 1995, followed by the release of versions 98, 2000, and others.

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