Apple is rumored to change how it numbers its operating systems by matching them with the year - for example, iOS 26 instead of iOS 19.The change in naming convention will apply to iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS as well.The new naming convention aims to bring uniformity and clarity to Apple's branding and may coincide with a design refresh codenamed 'solarium.'This change in operating system naming reflects a trend of tech companies making significant shifts in their naming conventions.