Apple has announced the schedule for its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), highlighting key events such as the Keynote and Platforms State of the Union. This free online conference, aimed at bringing together the global Apple developer community, will offer insights into the latest advancements in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS, and watchOS.
The five-day event will commence on June 10, kicking off with the highly anticipated keynote address. Apple CEO Tim Cook, along with senior executives like Craig Federighi who is their senior vice president of Software Engineering, are expected to unveil new features and updates across Apple’s software platforms.
Apple WWDC 2024: How to watch live keynote
The keynote will be available for streaming on Apple’s official website, the Apple Developer app, the Apple TV app, and the Apple YouTube channel. It will be kick-off on June 10 at 10 am PDT (10:30 pm in India).
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Apple WWDC 2024: Full schedule
As a developer-centric event, WWDC will feature over 100 technical sessions throughout the week. These sessions provide developers with the opportunity to learn directly from Apple engineers, designers, and other experts about the latest technological tools and frameworks Apple plans to introduce.
A notable highlight of WWDC is the Swift Student Challenge. This year, 50 winners have been recognised for their outstanding submissions and will be invited to Apple Park for a three-day experience, featuring special activities designed to inspire and engage them during the conference week.
WWDC 2024 promises to be a comprehensive event, offering developers in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with Apple’s upcoming technologies through various initiatives like Platforms State of the Union. Through the various sessions and interactions with Apple’s experts, developers will gain valuable insights to help them innovate and enhance their applications across all Apple platforms.
For those unable to attend in person, Apple ensures extensive coverage and accessibility through its multiple streaming options, making it easier for developers worldwide to participate and benefit from the event.
Apple WWDC 2024: What to expect
Apple is set to unravel its latest AI innovations at WWDC 2024 on June 10. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, these AI features may not be as flashy as the ones currently offered by Google, Microsoft, or OpenAI but will focus on practical applications such as transcribing voice memos and auto-generating emojis.
A notable announcement is expected to be a partnership with OpenAI, which will see deeper integration of ChatGPT into Apple’s operating systems. Additionally, Apple is reportedly negotiating with Google for integration with its Gemini AI, and talks with Anthropic are also underway.
One significant feature likely to be introduced is a smart recap tool. This feature will summarise missed texts, notifications, and various media, such as web pages, news articles, and documents, helping users manage their iOS notifications more effectively.
The Voice Memo app is anticipated to gain AI-generated transcription capabilities, expanding on existing features like voicemail transcripts and system-wide captions.
Apple plans to enhance several other features with AI, including on-device Spotlight search, Safari internet searches, and writing suggestions for emails and texts. AI may also be used to retouch photos and generate emojis based on text content.
Siri is expected to receive upgrades, including a more natural-sounding voice and improved functionality on the Apple Watch. Apple aims to perform as many AI tasks locally on devices as possible, with more complex operations handled by M2 Ultra-based servers.
Beyond AI advancements, Apple may introduce an iOS 18 feature that allows users to change app icon colours more easily. Another anticipated change is the ability to arrange app icons freely on the home screen.
iOS 18 is widely reported to be the most ambitious iOS update in Apple’s history. As the company strives to catch up with competitors like Google and Microsoft, all eyes will be on Apple to see how it balances innovation with the security and privacy standards integral to its devices and software.
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