Here are all the iOS 26 rumors that came true at WWDC

Apple unveiled iOS 26 at WWDC 2025, introducing several new features and changes. The operating system has been renamed to reflect the release year, aligning with other Apple software updates like iPadOS 26 and macOS 26. A major design overhaul, inspired by the Vision Pro headset, introduces a new interface called Liquid Glass, featuring translucent panels and circular app icons. Notable app updates include a redesigned Phone app and visual changes to the Camera app and Safari. A new dedicated gaming app integrates Apple Arcade and the App Store, while the Workout Buddy AI feature acts as a virtual health coach. The Messages app now includes AI-powered translation and polling features, along with customizable backgrounds.

However, some anticipated features were absent from the keynote. Siri's enhanced capabilities, announced in 2024, are delayed, and AI-powered battery management was not mentioned. Rumors about reverse wireless charging and a Genmoji feature were also not confirmed. Additionally, Apple is bringing the Preview app from macOS to iPad, allowing PDF annotation and editing.

Key takeaways

Apple renamed its operating systems to reflect the release year, with iOS 19 becoming iOS 26.
The new iOS 26 features a major design overhaul called Liquid Glass, inspired by Apple's Vision Pro headset.
Apple introduced a dedicated gaming app integrating Apple Arcade and the App Store's game offerings.
The Messages app now includes AI-powered translation and polling features.

Here are all the iOS 26 rumors that came true at WWDC | TechCrunch

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