Apple has recently come across a leaked video showcasing significant updates planned for iOS 19. The footage, recreated by YouTuber Jon Prosser of Fpt, provides insights into a major redesign for the iPhone's camera app. As demonstrated in the video, several elements have been rearranged for improved accessibility, but the most striking aspect is the app's new visual style. It bears a resemblance to the design language used in visionOS, which powers the Apple Vision Pro. The aesthetic also evokes memories of Windows Vista and Windows 7 with its “slightly transparent panes of glass” user interface. As Prosser suggests, this visual shift could signal a more extensive redesign strategy at Apple.
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A recreation of the leaked iOS 19 camera app. | Image credit — Fpt
Vision Pro had a rocky start in the market due to its hefty price tag, but Apple remains committed to innovating in the XR (Extended Reality) space. Much like Meta, the tech giant anticipates that XR technologies will shape the future of computing and is actively working on an Apple Vision Pro 2. Additionally, the company aims to develop AI-powered augmented reality glasses similar to the Meta Orion. A redesign of iOS 19 that mirrors the visual style of visionOS could facilitate a smoother transition for users into Apple's XR ecosystem in the coming years. This move would further reinforce Apple's dedication to maintaining a consistent user experience across its suite of devices.
