Mac An overview of WWDC 2025

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Apple's biggest annual developer event, called WWDC, will run from June 9 to June 13, 2025. The event will start with a special presentation called a keynote on Monday, June 9 at 10 a.m. Pacific Time.

This year, most of the event will be online, with live sessions and workshops that developers from all over the world can join to learn about the newest software features and how to use them in their apps. You can watch the keynote and all the sessions on the Apple Developer app, Apple’s website, and YouTube. Since 2020, WWDC has been free and online, making it easier for people in many countries to connect with Apple staff and get help with their app ideas.



For the first time, Apple is also hosting a small in-person event at their main campus in Cupertino, California, on June 9. Some developers and students who are invited will be able to watch the keynote and State of the Union presentations together at Apple Park and meet with Apple employees. Invitations are chosen randomly from groups like current Apple developers, past winners of certain competitions, and entrepreneurs in Apple programs.

WWDC is a special chance for developers and Apple fans to see the latest versions of Apple’s operating systems, including iOS for iPhones, iPadOS for iPads, macOS for Mac computers, watchOS for Apple Watch, tvOS for Apple TV, and visionOS for augmented reality devices. During the event, developers can join classes, get one-on-one help customizing their apps, and chat with other developers about new features.

Every year, the event kicks off with a big presentation where Apple shows off new software features and sometimes new hardware gadgets. For 2025, people are expecting updates like iOS 19, iPadOS 19, macOS 16, tvOS 19, watchOS 12, and a new version of visionOS. There might also be a new Mac Pro computer announced, but there are no clear rumors about other new devices yet.

You can watch the keynote live on Apple’s website, the Apple Developer app, Apple TV, or on YouTube.

Here’s a quick look at what’s expected in the software updates:

Software Changes:​

The main focus of WWDC is software. Rumors suggest that iOS 19 will have a new design with a fresh look across all Apple devices, making everything look more similar and easier to use. This update might change app icons, menus, and buttons to look rounder and more modern, inspired by the design style of Apple’s Vision Pro headset. Apps may get new styles with softer, rounded shapes and a clearer, glassy appearance.

iOS 19 and iPadOS 19:​

These updates are expected to bring a big new look, making iPhones and iPads feel more unified. The new style will use softer, more rounded icons and menus, and will aim for a simpler, cleaner way to navigate your device.

macOS 16:​

Like the mobile systems, Mac computers will also see a fresh new look that matches the style of the iPhone and iPad updates, creating a more consistent experience across devices.

watchOS 12:​

The Apple Watch will adopt some visual features inspired by the new visionOS, like translucent screens, glass-like buttons, and gentle lighting effects. It will also get some new features powered by Apple’s intelligent computer algorithms, though it won’t be a full redesign.

Hardware Updates:​

Right now, there aren’t many rumors about new Apple gadgets coming out at WWDC. The most likely new product might be a new Mac Pro, but other Macs like the MacBook Pro probably won’t be updated until later in the year. Apple has used WWDC to introduce new Macs before, so it’s possible we could see something new, but nothing is certain yet.