Rumor Rewind: Major iOS 19 Redesign, iPhone 17 Ultra Specs, and the Delayed HomePad

Rumor Replay: iOS 19 Redesign, iPhone 17 Ultra Hints, and More

This week's rumors in the tech world focus on Apple's upcoming products and updates:

• Major iOS 19 Redesign: Mark Gurman reported that iOS 19, macOS 16, and other software updates will feature significant visual redesigns, drawing inspiration from visionOS. This is expected to be the biggest visual overhaul since iOS 7, aiming for greater platform unity.

• iPhone 17 Ultra: Rumors suggest the iPhone 17 Pro Max might become thicker to accommodate a larger battery, leading some to believe it will be rebranded as the iPhone 17 Ultra. This could align with the approach taken with the Apple Watch Ultra, which is intentionally thick to support extended battery life.

• visionOS 3: Despite the Vision Pro not being an immediate hit, Gurman reported that visionOS 3 will be a 'feature-packed' update, indicating continued heavy investment in the platform.

• HomePad Delay: Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo confirmed earlier reports that Apple's new smart display, HomePad, will be delayed until Q3 of this year due to software development issues, including ensuring consistency with iOS 19’s redesign.

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