Apple to change Mac OS name to iOS?

According to a report today, Apple is thinking of changing the Mac OS name to iOS. With this change Apple will have three versions. iOS Server, iOS Desktop and iOS Mobile. “If you were wondering what will be the name of the future version of Mac OS X, you might be surprise by the potential future changes. One of our sources told us that Apple might be deciding about a totally new branding for its OS, similarly to what has been done with the iPhone. They are currently thinking of using iOS as the default naming/branding of Apple OS. We would then have iOS desktop, iOS server and iOS mobile. The final decision is not taken yet, however, the proposal seems to be well supported by the high management, it would give a better exposure and unity to Apple OS platforms while making communication easier,” the report said.

A rumor early in the week mentioned that Apple is working on an iMac with some kind of iOS version on it. It was suggested that the new iMac will have a touchscreen display and will come with a hybrid OS that supports functionality from both Mac OS and iOS. Another interesting factor is that Mac OS barely mentioned during Apple’s 2010 Worldwide Developers Conference event. Maybe Apple is moving away from Mac OS name.

Source: Hardmac