Apple is preparing a massive design update for iOS 19, iPadOS 19, and macOS 16

Apple is planning a major design update for its operating systems iOS 19, iPadOS 19, and macOS 16, which will be introduced later this year. This is reported by The Verge, citing Bloomberg.

The changes will span icons, menus, apps, windows, and system buttons, creating a more consistent user experience across devices. This will be the biggest update for iOS since iOS 7 and for macOS since Big Sur.

The new design is based in part on elements of visionOS, the Vision Pro operating system, and includes round icons, transparent navigation bars, and 3D elements. The goal of the update is to simplify navigation and make the interfaces more consistent. Apple is committed to creating a unified style for its platforms while maintaining their uniqueness.

The company is expected to unveil the new design at the Worldwide Developers Conference in June 2025. After that, the updates will undergo testing and become available to users in the fall.