In this week’s episode of The MacRumors Show, we review some of the most significant rumors surrounding WWDC 2025. We assess which predictions were accurate and where they fell short, giving a kind of rumor report card.
One unexpected claim leading up to WWDC 2025 was the suggestion that iOS 26 would introduce Stage Manager for iPhones equipped with USB-C ports. Nonetheless, this feature was not announced, illustrating how expectations surrounding pro features can sometimes lead to misleading predictions.
Another unfulfilled rumor involved the long-discussed homeOS platform. Recent trademark filings hinted at the potential unveiling of a new smart home operating system, yet WWDC 2025 revealed no such developments.
This serves as a reminder that trademark activity does not always correlate with product launches. Some predictions, however, were partly accurate.
Jon Prosser’s Front Page Tech revealed several iOS 26 Liquid Design changes, including a floating tab bar and an overall translucent interface. However, his assertion regarding circular app icons proved incorrect.
Similarly, leaker “Majin Bu” accurately predicted the adoption of a Mac-like menu bar in iPadOS 26, although the notion that it would only appear when using a Magic Keyboard was mistaken. Mark Gurman’s reporting prior to WWDC 2025 was notably comprehensive, accurately describing the new naming conventions and major design changes, including the Liquid Glass aesthetic.
His insights into new features in Phone and Messages, as well as the arrival of new stock apps on iOS 26, exhibited a high level of accuracy. Overall, WWDC 2025 offered a mix of accurate and inaccurate rumors.
It highlighted how not every prediction, no matter the source, translates into reality during Apple’s keynote events. Be sure to subscribe to The MacRumors Show for weekly discussions on the latest news, featuring notable guests and expert commentary.
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