WWDC 2025 Thoughts

Ok! So today, Apple had their annual WWDC and shared the coming updates that should reshape how we interact with our favorite devices—especially for digital planners and productivity lovers like us at J Lorrain Studio.

If you’re like me and live in Apple Notes, Calendar, and especially your iPad, this keynote was packed with updates. Let’s break it all down…

A New Look: Meet Liquid Glass

First, Apple is launching a new design called Liquid Glass, and it’s coming to iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and more this fall. Liquid Glass is said to be sleek, adaptive, and slightly futuristic. The interface is said to be more fluid and alive, creating a consistent visual flow across all your Apple devices.

AI That Works With You (Not Just at You)

Apple Intelligence—privacy-focused, on-device AI that actually feels useful.

Here’s what stood out to me:

  • Live Translation is coming to Messages, FaceTime, and Phone. Whether you're planning a global team call or setting reminders with international flair, language won’t be a barrier.

  • Smart Call Screening and Hold Assist help filter out spammy calls and wait on hold for you.

  • Image Playground lets you generate creative images with AI—perfect for content creators and journal lovers.

iOS 26: Messaging Just Got a Major Glow-Up

  • Custom chat backgrounds

  • Built-in polls in group chats

  • Smarter filters to catch spam texts

And the interface updates? Clean, clear, and user-friendly.

macOS 26 “Tahoe” & iPadOS 26: Desktop-Level Productivity

On the Mac and iPad front, Apple brought some serious upgrades:

  • macOS 26 gets Live Activities, an upgraded Spotlight, and improved app integration.

  • iPadOS 26 now includes a top menu bar, better windowing, and new multitasking features—bringing it even closer to desktop-level performance.

I am most excited about the desktop like multitasking features for my iPad Pro.

Apple Watch and Vision Pro

watchOS 26 introduces a new Workout Buddy and gesture-based navigation, making health tracking and daily use even more intuitive.

visionOS 26 now supports PSVR2 controllers and introduces spatial widgets—adding deeper interactivity for those using Apple’s spatial computing platform.

Developer Beta Today, Public Beta in July, Full Launch This Fall

If you're a developer, the beta is available now. For everyone else, the public beta arrives in July, with official releases this fall. Now’s the time to back up your devices, prep your digital planners, and get excited about a new level of organization and creativity.

Did you catch WWDC 2025? What do you think? What are you most excited about?

Final Thoughts

In all, WWDC 2025 didn’t just introduce new features—it reinforced Apple’s commitment to personalization, intelligence, and seamless workflows. For digital planners, app lovers, and creative entrepreneurs, these changes are more than cosmetic. They set to make organizing, managing, and creating content easier and more enjoyable.

Personally, iPadOS 26 is the update I’m most excited about. With the new multitasking tools, top menu bar, and desktop-level flexibility, it’s finally evolving into the productivity powerhouse many of us have been waiting for. As someone who builds, plans, and creates directly from my iPad, this upgrade feels like a game-changer.

With privacy-focused AI, refreshed tools, and a reimagined interface, Apple’s ecosystem is quickly becoming the most intuitive workspace available. IMO.

Until next Time, Bye!!

Sources and Further Reading

  • The Verge: Apple WWDC 2025: The 13 Biggest Announcements

  • Reuters: Everything Apple Announced at WWDC 2025

  • Times of India: Live Translation Comes to Messages, FaceTime, and Phone Calls

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