While Apple is preparing for the unveiling of iOS 19 at WWDC 2025 on Monday, various rumors have surfaced, including a potential new name for the operating system, a special gaming app and a virtual health coach. This can be a major update, with a dramatic redesign design inspired by the Vision Pro – and more.
This is an overview of The most striking functions that reportedly come to iOS 19.
New name
Sources told Bloomberg that Apple intends to rename its operating systems to display the release year instead of using version numbers. This means that iOS 19 is renamed iOS 26, comparable to how car model years are designated. This name change also applies to other software updates, such as iPados 26, MacOS 26, Watchos 26, TvOS 26 and Visionos 26.
Revision of large design
It is expected that it is the most important design change since iOS 7, the operating system can contain a full visual overhaul, one that is reportedly Inspired by Apple’s Vision Pro headsetAccording to Bloomberg. This can be translucent panels for navigation and icons of circular apps. The design inspired by Visionos will be made throughout the Ecosystem of Apple (including CarPlay) with the aim of creating a more coherent experience.
In addition, there are three apps that will undergo most changes – the telephone app, camera and safari. For example, there is rumor that the telephone app introduces a new option with which users can merge their favorite contacts, recent calls and voicemails in one view. In the meantime, both the Camera app and the Safari have more visual updates, such as a transparent address bar for the browser -app from Apple.
Special gaming -app
Apple is also rumor The release of a gaming app that will integrate Apple Arcade and the game offer of the App Store, with a central hub for performance, leaderboards and App Store content. This is after the company has taken over his first game studioRAC7, according to digital trends.
Virtual health coach
Apple can also develop an AI function to serve as a Personal Health Coach. This new chatbot is expected to suggest changes in lifestyle and provide health advice based on user data collected from the Health app. In addition, the Health app can be renewed with a function for following food, allowing users to register their carbohydrate and caffeine intake.
Smarter battery management
Apple could improve the health of the iPhone battery with AI-driven battery management. This new function has been reported to analyze the use of devices and to make adjustments to maintain the battery life. There may also be a new charging icon on the lock screen that gives an estimated time for when it is fully charged.
Another rumor suggests that Reverse wireless charging is tested on the iPhone 17 Pro models, so that users can charge accessories such as AirPods or the Apple Watch directly from their iPhone.
Ai -translation for messages
According to 9to5macThe Message app is set to get an Apple Intelligence-driven translation function that can automatically translate messages as soon as they touch users inboxes. 9TO5MAC also reports that Apple Intelligence could be a survey function of strength This lets people vote in group exchange and offers AI-generated survey suggestions.
In addition, messages can also add the possibility to set a background image, in the footsteps of WhatsApp and Instagram.
Example -app
Apple May Bring the preview app from macOS to iPad and iPhone usersAs a result, they can annotate and edit PDFs. This is said to be a pre -installed app, per Bloomberg.
New Genmoji function
As Bloomberg reports, Genmoji could get a small but exciting function with which users can combine existing standard emojis, such as a basketball that goes in a trash can.
What about Siri?
A remarkable absence of all rumors are the impressive Siri options that are emphasized in Apple’s 2024 presentation, which contained a more context-conscious assistant that can collect information and perform actions in various apps. The company stated in March that the new positions were delayed.
Although we can expect some AI-related announcements, the primary focus is probably on design changes. Reports indicate that improvements in existing Apple Intelligence functions will also be introduced together with some new additions.
This story was originally published on 3 June and will be updated as more rumors come out.
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