Apple released a new playlist on Apple Music shortly before WWDC25. As in previous years, the collection is called "Hello" and is intended to get users in the mood for the upcoming developer event. The keynote starts on June 9, and the playlist is available now.
WWDC is Apple's annual developer conference. The company traditionally unveils the next generations of its operating systems there. For some time now, Apple has been releasing playlists on Apple Music in advance to promote the event and convey the atmosphere. These "Hello" playlists aren't major marketing campaigns, but they've become an integral part of WWDC. Apple will continue this concept in 2025.
20 tracks with pop and electronic sounds
This year's "WWDC25 Hello" playlist features 20 songs and runs for just over an hour. The selection is a mix of upbeat pop and calm electronic music. Artists include Lorde, Ed Sheeran, Charli XCX, Benson Boone, Phoenix, Jamie xx, and PinkPantheress. The music is designed to create a good mood and have a modern, relaxed sound. If you have Apple Music, you can listen to the playlist directly there. An active subscription is required, which currently costs €10.99 per month. The first month is free if you're new to the service.
New artwork reflects WWDC25 design
The artwork for this year's playlist is an evolution of the 2024 design. Last year, it featured the bird's beak from the Swift logo—a detail that was initially mistaken for a speech bubble. This year, Apple retains the basic shape but uses a crystal-clear material with subtle rainbow effects. The look is transparent and reminiscent of the rest of the WWDC25 visuals, which also featured transparent, simple design elements. Whether the artwork hints at new interface elements in iOS 26 is unclear. However, the new aesthetic could point to visual changes in future operating system versions.
What Apple could show at WWDC25
At WWDC25, Apple is expected to unveil the new versions of its operating systems: iOS 26, macOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26. Reports indicate that artificial intelligence will play a less prominent role this year than in recent years. Instead, Apple is expected to focus on design changes and long-requested features. One example is improved window management on the iPad, which many users have been requesting for some time. The specific features that will be unveiled will be revealed at the keynote on June 9.
The soundtrack to WWDC25: Listen now
If you want to get in the mood for the Apple event, the "WWDC25 Hello" playlist is a great way to start. It combines typical Apple style with a curated soundtrack for developers, tech enthusiasts, and fans of the brand. This will help pass the time until the keynote starts. And you'll soon find out whether Apple is truly committed to more design transparency in iOS 26. (Image: Apple)
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