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Apple 'Sherlocked' These Apps at WWDC 2025
- Apple previewed new features at WWDC 2025, many of which 'sherlocked' existing third-party apps, causing dismay among developers.
- Sherlocking refers to Apple incorporating features similar to those in third-party apps without compensation, dating back to the 'Sherlock' search tool.
- iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, and watchOS 26 introduced features that sherlocked popular existing apps including Raycast, Robokiller, Flighty, Alex for Xcode, Riverside, Bartender, Paste, and more.
- New features like Enhanced Spotlight with Actions, Call Assist with Screening, Parcel Tracking in Wallet, and AI Model Integration in Xcode supplant functionalities offered by third-party apps.
- Despite being sherlocked, some third-party apps may still offer additional functionalities, and developers may find ways to differentiate their products.
- Apple's features include enhanced Spotlight, call screening, parcel tracking, flight tracking, AI model integration, local capture, Notes app for Apple Watch, menu bar control, and clipboard search.
- Developers of sherlocked apps may enhance their products to provide unique value beyond what Apple offers.
- Apple's sherlocking of apps at WWDC 2025 highlights the ongoing competition between Apple and third-party developers for user attention and loyalty.
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