Apple’s Senior Vice President, Greg “Joz” Joswiak, confirmed on Twitter that the annual World Wide Developer Conference (WWDC) will take place from June 10-14, promising it to be “Absolutely Incredible.” As a developer-focused event, WWDC primarily centers on Apple’s operating systems, with panels, workshops, and product launches. Expectations are high for announcements regarding iOS and iPadOS 18, macOS 15, and watchOS 11.
Given that it’s been a year since the Vision Pro was announced, significant attention is anticipated around new developers and updates to the headset and visionOS operating system. Speculation also surrounds updates to Apple Silicon and potential new Macs. The event is likely to spotlight Apple’s AI plans, responding to competitive offerings from Microsoft and Google, possibly including details on a rumored Google Gemini partnership for the iPhone.
Rumors suggest that iOS 18 could be a substantial update, emphasizing AI tools to manage daily life. While AI smartphones are not exclusive to Apple, the company aims to position itself strongly in this space. The event will feature an in-person celebration at Apple Park for developers and students, albeit on a smaller scale due to pandemic restrictions. The announcement follows legal action by the Department of Justice against Apple over alleged monopolistic practices regarding the iPhone.
