Apple's OS Overhaul: Ditching Version Numbers for Year-Based Naming

Apple is planning a major UI redesign for its iOS, iPadOS, and macOS operating systems, along with a new naming scheme. Instead of version numbers (like iOS 19), future releases will be named after the year (like iOS 26). This aims to simplify version management, making it easier for users to understand software age and unifying the version numbering across different operating systems like visionOS and watchOS. The new system is expected around September 2025, but Apple typically waits until later in the fall or winter to push updates, ensuring stability.