iOS 19 Codename Solarium: Does It Hold Any Clues for the Upcoming Design?

Article Summary

Mark Gurman has shed light on the codename for iOS 19, which is 'Solarium.' The internet quickly interpreted this as a clue to the upcoming design language, especially given Apple's frosted glass WWDC 2025 graphic and reports of a UI inspired by Vision Pro. However, historical context reveals that Apple's codenames have rarely, if ever, had any direct relation to the final product. For instance, iOS 18 was codenamed 'Crystal,' iOS 17 was 'Dawn,' and iOS 12 was 'Peace.' Even iOS 7, which brought a significant design change, was named after the ski resort city of Innsbruck. The article suggests that Apple, known for its secrecy, is unlikely to embed meaningful clues in codenames created at the start of a project. WWDC graphics, on the other hand, might offer some playful hints, but they are released much later when leaks have already occurred.

• Codename: Solarium
• Interpretation: Internet speculation suggests a transparent or frosted glass design
• Historical Context: Previous codenames (e.g., Crystal, Dawn, Peace) had no relation to the final product
• Conclusion: Apple's codenames are not intended to provide insights into the product features