Apple is poised to announce major updates to its operating systems next Monday at 1 PM ET, representing the most significant redesign since iOS 7 and introducing a new naming scheme across its platforms. While the aesthetic changes are anticipated to steal the spotlight, improvements to everyday applications like Messages, Music, Notes, and CarPlay are also anticipated.
### Key Features Anticipated in iOS 26
1. **Messages Enhancements**
– **Automatic Translation**: Apple is said to be developing a feature to facilitate automatic translation for both incoming and outgoing messages, promoting better communication across various languages.
– **Polls**: Taking cues from competitors such as Telegram and WhatsApp, Apple is set to implement polls within Messages, likely with AI-assisted suggestions for poll formats based on the context of conversations.
2. **Music Enhancements**
– **Full-Screen Animated Lock Screen Artwork**: The Now Playing feature will showcase animated album art that occupies the entire Lock Screen, adding a vibrant visual aspect to the music experience.
3. **Notes Improvements**
– **Markdown Export**: Users will at last be able to export notes in Markdown format, a capability that has been highly sought after and is standard in various third-party note-taking apps.
4. **CarPlay Overhaul**
– **New UI to Align with iOS 26**: CarPlay will undergo a UI redesign to correspond with the new aesthetic of iOS 26, ensuring a unified appearance across all Apple devices.
### What to Anticipate at WWDC25
The Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) will highlight significant updates across all Apple operating systems, including iOS 26, macOS 26, iPadOS 26, and watchOS 26. With less emphasis on AI this year, the focus will probably be on design updates and long-awaited features, such as enhanced window management on iPads.
The keynote will kick off on June 9, with detailed coverage from 9to5Mac leading up to, during, and following the event.
