WWDC 2023 scheduled for June 5-9: Here’s what to expect

Apple has announced the dates for its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2023. The event is popular among developers and Apple enthusiasts. The company is known for launching and introducing new technologies, products and features at this conference over the years. This time too, the Cupertino-based tech giant is expected to unveil many long-awaited products and features. According to Susan Prescott, Apple’s vice president of global developer relations, this year’s WWDC will be “the biggest and most exciting yet.”

WWDC 2023 will be held June 5-9 in an online format with the exception of a physical event on day one at Apple Park in California. Apple said developers and students will be able to attend the physical program to watch the keynote address and State of the Union address, which will also be streamed to attendees online. However, space for this in-person event is limited and details on how to apply are listed on the Apple Developer website and app. Online and offline events are free for everyone.

Apple added that the online program will include sessions, one-on-one labs, and the ability to interact with Apple engineers and other developers. The company is also running a Swift Student Challenge this year for people of all ages who love to code, more details of which can be found on the challenge’s website.

The Cupertino giant is expected to announce iOS 17, iPadOS 17, macOS 14, watchOS 10 and tvOS 17 at this year’s WWDC. It is also expected to unveil its Reality Pro AR headset, which has been making headlines for the past few months.

According to a report, the alleged AR/VR headset is expected to be a standalone device, with the company using specialized Apple silicon chipsets comparable to Apple’s MacBook laptops. It is also expected to be marketed as a “co-presence” device, enabling augmented reality video conferencing and meetings.

In other news, Apple is currently working on a revised MacBook Air with an M3 chip inside. A new 15-inch MacBook Air is also in development. These products are also expected to be announced at WWDC 2023, as the M2 chip was announced at WWDC 2022.

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