Apple is planning a significant software overhaul for its iPhone, iPad, and Mac platforms, with the goal of creating a more consistent and familiar user experience across all devices. The redesign, which will span across iOS 19, iPadOS 19, and macOS 16, aims to adopt the design principles introduced in Apple’s latest platform, visionOS.
According to Bloomberg, top Apple executives are confident that users will love the new look and feel of the overhauls, citing benefits such as simpler interfaces, faster navigation, and easier learning. The redesign takes inspiration from visionOS, with features like greater transparency, new types of windows and buttons, and a more intuitive interface.
The overhaul aims to create consistency between Apple’s biggest platforms and adapt to an era adopted by artificial intelligence assistants. Executives believe the new software designs will be “simpler to use, faster to navigate, and easier to learn” for both current users and new customers.
While some may question the drastic change, Apple executives are optimistic that their visionOS-inspired design will resonate with users. The redesign also potentially sets the stage for more radical hardware changes, including foldable devices and touchscreen Macs.
As one commenter noted, while the recent photo app redesign was met with criticism, the new iOS and macOS overhauls may prove to be a more significant success. With its focus on consistency and intuitive design, Apple’s visionOS-inspired overhaul is expected to make a lasting impact on the company’s software landscape.
Source: https://9to5mac.com/2025/03/16/apple-executives-believe-users-will-love-upcoming-ios-19-overhaul-per-report