The Talk Show With John Gruber 426: ‘The Cutting Edge Latest Supermodel’, With David Smith
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Jun 30, 2025 David Smith, a prolific developer known for Widgetsmith and co-hosting Under the Radar with Marco Arment, shares insights from WWDC 2025. He discusses Apple's predictable updates and the seamless integration of its operating systems. The conversation covers advancements in widget technology and the immersive experiences offered by Vision OS. They also dive into Apple's aesthetic innovations, user experience design evolution, and the impact of AI on app development, painting a picture of a dynamic future for Apple's ecosystem.
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WWDC 2025 Shows Apple Confidence
- WWDC 2025 felt confident with meaningful developer features and a new cohesive design language.
- Apple aims to tidy loose ends and harmonize platforms for easier future development.
Unified Apple OS 26 Platform
- Apple is harmonizing all its OS platforms with aligned version numbers and features.
- This unified approach reassures developers and simplifies platform consistency.
Widgets as Cross-Platform Software
- Widgets serve as lightweight cross-platform apps appearing on many Apple devices.
- Their low energy, secure model allows easy deployment even to constrained platforms like CarPlay.