Apple's iOS 19 refresh hints at a glossy aesthetic inspired by Windows 7

iPhone Glass: When Windows 7 launched back in 2009, one of its standout features was its sleek, glass-like interface – subtle shadows, rounded edges, and a sense of depth that made windows and buttons feel almost tangible. Now, if this massive iOS 19 leak is to be believed, Apple seems to be channeling a bit of that same magic for the next iPhone refresh. Apple's iOS 19 update is set to debut at WWDC in June and is reportedly bringing with it the biggest visual overhaul in a decade. One of the most striking changes is a subtle return to the slightly raised, glossy aesthetic that made Windows 7 feel so special. App icons, menus, and interface elements could be adopting a softer, more dimensional appearance. Icons could get rounder (though not as extreme as when we get on visionOS or watchOS), much like other UI components like permission dialogs and sliders. The app icons also look slightly "raised." The rumored update to Apple operating systems would revamp the UI across iPhone, iPa ... Read full article.