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Apple goes for a fresh but familiar new look

Also, Apple is finally matching the year to their software updates.

Jun 11, 2025
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With everyone hoping Apple will finally make announcements that Siri is finally catching up to the competition, the iPhone, iPad, and Mac maker decided that a fresh new look called “Liquid Glass” would be the focus of its Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) 2025.

To be fair, it’s gorgeous, and really complements and highlights the beautiful hardware Apple makes. But I can’t help but think I’ve it seen it somewhere before — on Windows 7 and its Windows Aero glass style.

But just because it’s been done before, doesn’t mean you can’t do it again, while making it really good. And from the previews shown at WWDC, Apple seems to have nailed the experience.

I love how it reacts to items in the background, your input, and how it shapes around the hardware. It’s a great redesign, and one that I can’t wait to try out for myself.

Meanwhile, Apple also announced a change in their numbering system for its operating systems. It’s moving all of its operating systems into the same number based on t…

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