Apple is preparing to unveil major visual redesigns across its entire software ecosystem at WWDC 2025 , extending far beyond the previously reported iOS 19 changes to include watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS updates that will unify the company's design language across all platforms.
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports in his latest Power On newsletter that Apple's design ambitions for the June 9 developer conference are more comprehensive than initially expected. While iOS 19 and macOS 16 were already known to be receiving significant visual updates, both Apple Watch and Apple TV operating systems will also undergo major redesigns featuring transparency effects, glass-like materials, and navigation changes inspired by visionOS.
The unified approach represents Apple's most ambitious cross-platform design initiative since the iOS 7 overhaul, bringing consistency to devices that have operated with distinct visual languages. Users can expect new icons, modified app navigation hierarchies, and liberal use of translucent elements across all Apple devices.
Apple’s visual refresh for its software may be inspired by visionOS
The Apple TV interface, largely unchanged since its 2015 introduction, will receive particular attention in the redesign effort. Currently, tvOS maintains a visual style distinct from iOS, but the upcoming changes will align it more closely with Apple's broader ecosystem aesthetic.
While Apple Watch software has undergone several revamps over the years, but the upcoming update is said to create design harmony across its device ecosystem.
The redesign draws heavily from visionOS design principles introduced with the Apple Vision Pro , emphasizing transparency and depth. Apple's WWDC artwork hints at these changes with its glassy, reflective 3D representation of the Apple Park rainbow stage, suggesting similar translucent effects will appear throughout the updated operating systems.
Even visionOS will receive UI adjustments as Apple works to harmonize design elements across its product lineup, ensuring a cohesive user experience regardless of device.
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports in his latest Power On newsletter that Apple's design ambitions for the June 9 developer conference are more comprehensive than initially expected. While iOS 19 and macOS 16 were already known to be receiving significant visual updates, both Apple Watch and Apple TV operating systems will also undergo major redesigns featuring transparency effects, glass-like materials, and navigation changes inspired by visionOS.
The unified approach represents Apple's most ambitious cross-platform design initiative since the iOS 7 overhaul, bringing consistency to devices that have operated with distinct visual languages. Users can expect new icons, modified app navigation hierarchies, and liberal use of translucent elements across all Apple devices.
Apple’s visual refresh for its software may be inspired by visionOS
The Apple TV interface, largely unchanged since its 2015 introduction, will receive particular attention in the redesign effort. Currently, tvOS maintains a visual style distinct from iOS, but the upcoming changes will align it more closely with Apple's broader ecosystem aesthetic.
While Apple Watch software has undergone several revamps over the years, but the upcoming update is said to create design harmony across its device ecosystem.
The redesign draws heavily from visionOS design principles introduced with the Apple Vision Pro , emphasizing transparency and depth. Apple's WWDC artwork hints at these changes with its glassy, reflective 3D representation of the Apple Park rainbow stage, suggesting similar translucent effects will appear throughout the updated operating systems.
Even visionOS will receive UI adjustments as Apple works to harmonize design elements across its product lineup, ensuring a cohesive user experience regardless of device.
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