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Apple stayed true to form with WWDC 2026, choosing to focus heavily on the software that powers all of its platforms. At the same time, the company wasn’t shy about sharing all the new features and capabilities of its turbocharged assistant, Siri AI.But despite that massive evolutionary leap, a flood of rumors and leaks ahead of the developers conference had left people expecting a lot more. Whether it was a matter of bad timing, or simply that Apple wasn't prepared enough for a proper reveal, the leaks got it completely wrong. Here’s the breakdown of what Apple didn’t announce.iPhone desktop mode
(Image credit: Future / Tom's Guide)This feature was rumored to arrive with last year's iOS 26 update, but an iPhone desktop mode never materialized. With rivals like Samsung, Google, and Motorola all offering robust desktop experiences when their phones connect to a monitor, it seemed certain that Apple would finally jump on the bandwagon.That didn’t pan out, likely because of the broader impact it could have on Apple's other platforms. There have been long-running rumors about Apple essentially combining elements of iOS and macOS, which would be the core functionality of an iPhone desktop mode. Instead of a software-only reveal, Apple might be saving this feature to debut alongside future hardware, like the rumored MacBook Ultra or iPhone Fold.Camera app customizations and controls
