Apple may switch its OS numbering system to match the release year, turning iOS 19 into iOS 26

Apple is set to undergo a major overhaul of its operating systems this year, moving beyond incremental versioning like iOS 19 or macOS 15. Instead, rumors suggest the next versions could be marked by their release year (e.g., iOS 26 for 2026). This shift aims to streamline branding across all platforms, including watchOS and visionOS, as Apple prepares for its WWDC keynote where this change is expected to be announced.