Apple’s next WWDC is shaping up to be less about new hardware and more about a broad software reset. The biggest attention point is Siri, which is expected to move from a basic assistant into a far more context-aware tool tied deeply into Apple’s services and apps.
That shift matters because the event is expected to focus on software across the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Apple’s core services. The live presentation is scheduled for 10:00 AM PT, or 7:00 PM CEST, and the market is watching for updates to operating systems, AI features, and interface changes.
Siri is set for its most significant overhaul yet
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says the new Siri will be able to pull personal information from Apple apps and services to help users finish tasks. That includes writing emails by using data from Messages, Contacts, Notes, Calendar, and other relevant sources.
The assistant is also expected to understand what is on screen, which would let it act on what the user is currently viewing. In practice, that could mean adding events to Calendar, handling scheduling conflicts, and carrying out requests that require several steps at once.
Apple is also said to be building a separate Siri app with fuller controls and Shortcut integration. The chatbot reportedly supports both text and voice commands, with chat history synced through iCloud across iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Another major detail is the reported use of Google’s Gemini AI model to power the next version of Siri. The processing is described as running on Google servers rather than entirely on Apple’s own infrastructure, while support for other AI models such as ChatGPT and Claude is also said to be possible.
Apple is additionally said to be preparing Extensions, described as a kind of mini app store that would expand Siri through extra services. The rollout may not reach every user at once, since Gurman previously reported a staged launch with beta access and a waitlist for early testers.
AI is expected to spread beyond Siri
The changes at WWDC are not limited to Apple’s voice assistant. Apple is reportedly working on a CoreAI framework that would let developers build Siri integration into apps and support AI agents inside their own software.
That would give Apple a more direct way to bring AI deeper into its ecosystem. If it is announced, CoreAI could become the base for more contextual and automated experiences in third-party apps.
Apple is also said to be preparing AI-powered image editing tools. These include object removal, image enhancement, changing the viewing angle using depth information, and expanding photos through uncropping.
Some of those tools are expected to work through natural language commands. Apple is also reportedly developing an AI wallpaper generator and automatic suggestions for Genmoji, with possible support for additional image-generation services.
Interface updates are also on the table
Beyond AI, Apple’s new operating systems are expected to improve performance and battery life. Apple is also said to be promising stronger security, better reliability, and fewer bugs.
The interface is another major focus after mixed reactions to the Liquid Glass design language. Apple is reportedly working to address readability issues caused by its glass-like transparency effects.
Several UI changes are said to be in development, including customizable camera controls, updated keyboard and notification animations, and undo and redo for the home screen. Apple is also expected to improve search tabs in media and news apps.
Support for third-party AirPlay alternatives is also being prepared. At the same time, Apple is said to be redesigning the AirPods settings screen, the Find My interface, and the Conditions widget in the Weather app, which would show wind and rainfall directly on the home screen.
There are also signs that the new interface is being designed with Apple’s first foldable device in mind, a model referred to as the iPhone Ultra. It is still unclear how much of that will be shown during WWDC.
More changes may reach Safari, Wallet, and Apple Watch
Safari is reportedly getting a new start page to make bookmarks, favorites, the reading list, and browsing history easier to reach. The browser is also said to use AI to organize tabs and group them by category.
Wallet may gain the ability to add custom tickets, gift cards, and entry passes. It is also expected to help split bills with multiple people, including through Messages.
Apple Watch could also see a meaningful update through watchOS 27. The Modular watch face is expected to change, with new complications that show heart-rate monitoring and fitness tracking status more clearly.
watchOS 27 is also said to bring AI-based health features and workout monitoring using the camera. If all of these plans appear at WWDC, Apple will be signaling a software strategy built around smarter systems, deeper app integration, and a more contextual experience across its devices.
