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Apple Unveils Redesigned iOS 26, macOS Tahoe and watchOS 26 With On-Device AI

Privacy protection underpins Apple’s shift to on-device generative AI in its redesigned operating systems.

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Overview

  • Apple announced comprehensive interface overhauls at WWDC 2025, renaming its software lineup to iOS 26, watchOS 26 and macOS Tahoe.
  • The new Foundation Models Framework will let developers embed generative AI in apps while keeping user data on device.
  • Built-in AI features include real-time translation in Phone, Messages and FaceTime plus a “hold assist” virtual agent for customer service calls.
  • iOS 26 introduces a pill-shaped menu, dynamic app organization and a new Games app to centralize titles across Apple devices.
  • Apple plans to roll out the redesigned operating systems and AI tools in September 2025 ahead of its next iPhone launch.