WWDC 2024 is scheduled to occur between June 10 and June 14: Here’s What You Should Know
Apple is anticipated to unveil fresh generative AI-driven functionalities as the company strives to match up with competitors like Samsung and Google in the current year.
Apple revealed on Wednesday that WWDC 2024 will be held in June. Traditionally held at Apple’s headquarters, the annual developers conference will also be streamed online, providing developers worldwide an opportunity to preview upcoming software features and improvements for the next year. This year, Apple is anticipated to introduce new artificial intelligence (AI) functionalities and experiences expected to be integrated into upcoming software updates.
Apple has revealed that WWDC 2024 is scheduled to commence on June 10 as an online event featuring video sessions. Additionally, the keynote presentation will offer an in-person component on the opening day. However, Apple has cautioned that space for the in-person event is limited. Interested enthusiasts and developers can apply for attendance through the Apple Developer app or the company’s website. Furthermore, winners of Apple’s Swift Student Challenge will have the opportunity to apply for participation in the in-person experience, as stated by the company.
Although Apple tends to keep details of its events under wraps, prior reports have provided insights into what we can anticipate at WWDC 2024. It’s anticipated that the company will bridge the gap with Samsung and Google this year by introducing fresh generative AI-driven functionalities to its lineup of smartphones and computers. Apple is said to be exploring potential partnerships with AI companies such as Google and Baidu to integrate cloud-based GenAI capabilities into its products.
This year, Apple is anticipated to reveal details about its upcoming major operating system updates, including iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15, watchOS 11, and tvOS 18. Some of these updates are expected to introduce AI-driven features and experiences, with some relying on cloud-based processing while others operate directly on the device. iOS 18 is rumored to include an updated interface and the ability for users to freely arrange icons on the screen. It’s unlikely that we’ll witness the introduction of new Apple Silicon chips at WWDC, as the company unveiled the M3 chips much later last year, during its ‘Scary fast’ event in October 2023.
Although Apple typically debuts new hardware at distinct events scattered throughout the year, recent reports indicate the impending release of new iPad Air and iPad Pro models featuring OLED displays. However, the company might also introduce some new devices at its yearly developer conference. For instance, last year, Apple revealed its inaugural wearable mixed reality headset, the Apple Vision Pro, at WWDC 2023, and it’s possible that new devices or accessories, such as the rumored AirPods models, could be unveiled at the event.
