Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference 2025 (WWDC 2025) was held virtually this year and proved to be one of the most transformative in recent history. With a unified design refresh across all platforms, groundbreaking updates to AI, and a focus on privacy-first development, WWDC 2025 has set the tone for Apple’s next chapter.

This post dives into all the major announcements from WWDC 2025 and what they mean for developers, users, and the future of Apple’s ecosystem.

A Unified Design Revolution: Welcome to “Liquid Glass”

One of the most visually striking announcements from WWDC 2025 was the introduction of a new design system called Liquid Glass. This interface philosophy blends translucency, depth, and dynamic reflections, replacing the flat and minimal design Apple has used since iOS 7.

Key Design Elements of Liquid Glass:

• Translucent Layers: UI elements now appear semi-transparent, adding a sense of realism.
• Dynamic Lighting: Light interacts with the UI based on motion and device orientation.
• Cross-Platform Aesthetics: For the first time, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS share a fully unified visual language.

Developers now have access to updated design kits and system components within SwiftUI, AppKit, and UIKit to adopt this refreshed look.

Apple Intelligence: On-Device AI With a Privacy-First Approach

While AI has taken center stage across the tech world, Apple took a unique direction. Instead of relying on cloud-based solutions, Apple introduced Apple Intelligence — a collection of large language models that run on-device.

What It Can Do:

• Smart Summaries: Summarize long emails, web pages, or notes instantly.
• Image Playground: Generate visuals from prompts right within Messages and Notes.
• Live Translate: Translate spoken or written conversation in real time.

Privacy by Design:

Apple emphasized that its AI tools never leave the device, with no data stored or analyzed in the cloud. This puts it ahead of the competition for users who value privacy.

Foundation Models for Developers

To empower developers, Apple introduced a Foundation Models Framework that gives direct access to Apple’s language and image models. Key benefits include:

• Local processing power
• Developer-defined prompts and tasks
• Compatibility across platforms

This means that building smart, AI-powered apps no longer requires cloud infrastructure or third-party APIs.

OS Updates Across the Ecosystem

iOS 26

iOS 26 introduces a refined interface, powered by Liquid Glass. It also adds:

• On-device Call Summarization
• AI-powered Autofill and Suggestions
• Interactive Lock Screen Widgets

iPadOS 26

Apple is giving power users more freedom with iPadOS:

• Improved windowing with Snap Zones
• Native Preview App for file browsing and annotations
• Expanded PencilKit Tools

macOS 26 (Tahoe)

Named after the iconic Lake Tahoe, macOS 26 brings:

• Full Liquid Glass UI
• Improved Continuity for iPhone and iPad
• Pro Mode for resource-heavy tasks

watchOS 26

A cleaner look and health features dominate:

• Liquid Glass-style UI
• AI-driven workout suggestions
• New glucose monitoring features (for supported models)

tvOS 26

Apple TV got an understated, elegant upgrade:

• Floating UI elements
• More customization options
• New screen savers based on global landmarks

visionOS 2

Now more polished for general use:

• New home view with layered navigation
• 3D Widgets and floating UI panes
• Expanded gaming support with DualSense and PSVR2

Siri Delayed, But Smarter Assistants Are Coming

Despite expectations, a full Siri overhaul wasn’t released. Apple acknowledged it’s still under development. However, developers can start integrating Apple Intelligence features that will eventually power Siri 2.0, such as:

• Context-aware prompts
• Adaptive routines
• Integrated voice assistants across platforms

Tools for Developers

Apple has introduced numerous tools to support its 2025 vision:

• Xcode 17 with improved live preview
• Reality Composer Pro for visionOS app creation
• SwiftUI 6 with more animation and layout tools
• Icon Composer: Helps developers build icons that respond to Liquid Glass effects

Business and App Store Updates

• Apple announced new rules for App Tracking Transparency, enforcing greater clarity.
• App Store Connect has been redesigned with integrated AI insights for performance.
• Subscription pricing models now support country-specific offers.

What This Means for Developers

WWDC 2025 signals that Apple is prioritizing consistency, privacy, and personalization. Developers should focus on:

• Adopting Liquid Glass for a unified look
• Leveraging on-device AI for utility features
• Ensuring privacy-first designs that respect user data
• Updating apps to match the new OS architectures and tools

What’s Coming Next

Beta versions of all software platforms are now available to registered developers. Public betas are expected by July, and the final releases will coincide with the iPhone 16 launch in September 2025.

Apple’s bold design refresh and introduction of Apple Intelligence are two of the most exciting steps forward. The future looks more private, more intelligent, and visually stunning.

Stay tuned as we dive deeper into each platform with detailed guides, best practices for developers, and reviews of new features.