iOS 19 Rumors: Redesign, Gaming App, AI Health Coach, and More

As Apple gears up to unveil iOS 19 at WWDC 2025, a wave of rumors has surfaced, hinting at significant changes and additions to the operating system. From a potential name change to a complete design overhaul, here’s a breakdown of what to expect.

New Name: iOS 26?

According to Bloomberg, Apple might rename its operating systems to align with the release year. This means iOS 19 could be called iOS 26, mirroring the naming convention used for car model years. This change would also apply to iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS.

Major Design Overhaul

The most significant design update since iOS 7 is anticipated, drawing inspiration from Apple’s Vision Pro headset. Bloomberg reports that the new design could feature translucent panels for navigation and circular app icons, aiming for a more cohesive user experience across Apple’s ecosystem.

Dedicated Gaming App

Rumors suggest Apple is developing a dedicated gaming app to integrate Apple Arcade and the App Store’s game offerings. This hub would include achievements, leaderboards, and App Store content. This move follows Apple’s acquisition of its first game studio, RAC7, as reported by DigitalTrends.

Virtual Health Coach

Apple is reportedly working on an AI-driven personal health coach. This chatbot would offer lifestyle suggestions and health advice based on user data from the Health app. Additionally, a revamped Health app may include a food-tracking feature for logging carbohydrate and caffeine intake.

Smarter Battery Management

An AI-powered battery management feature could improve iPhone battery health. This feature would analyze device usage and adjust settings to conserve battery life. A new charging icon on the lock screen might also display an estimated full charge time, according to Bloomberg.

Reverse Wireless Charging

There are reports that reverse wireless charging is being tested on iPhone 17 Pro models. This would allow users to charge accessories like AirPods or Apple Watch directly from their iPhone, as reported by MacRumors.

AI Translation for Messages

According to 9to5Mac, the Messages app is expected to receive an Apple Intelligence-powered translation feature, automatically translating messages in users’ inboxes. Apple Intelligence may also power a polling feature for group chats, offering AI-generated poll suggestions.

What About Siri?

Despite the impressive Siri capabilities showcased in Apple’s 2024 presentation, which included a more context-aware assistant, these features have been delayed. While AI-related announcements are expected, the primary focus is likely to be on design changes and improvements to existing Apple Intelligence features.

This story was originally published June 3 and will be updated as more rumors come out.