Apple has officially announced a redesigned Photos app during WWDC 2025, introducing a more streamlined, gesture-driven interface that aligns with its new Liquid Glass aesthetic and simplified control schemes across apps.
Apple WWDC 2025 live: simplified Photos app interface
The updated Photos app features two primary modes — Photos and Videos — displayed upfront. Users can easily swipe between the two, making browsing and switching more intuitive.
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Swipe left or right to toggle between Photos and Videos
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Swipe up to reveal more editing and sharing options
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The new layout places content at the forefront, reducing on-screen clutter
This change reflects Apple’s continued push toward a cleaner, more gesture-focused experience that feels consistent across apps like Safari, FaceTime, and Phone, all of which are receiving similar updates in iOS 26.
The Photos app redesign is part of Apple’s broader goal to make daily tasks feel more natural and visually engaging — especially for users interacting with large photo libraries or switching between camera modes and media types.
