June is always a big month for Apple enthusiasts. WWDC always starts the month with a preview of all the new OS updates coming to your iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Apple TV in the fall, and developers get an early beta right away. .
Unveiling iOS 17, macOS 14, and watchOS 10 would be pretty exciting, but Apple also often launches new products at WWDC, and this year we’re expecting a new 15-inch Macbook Air. We could also see updates to the Mac Studio and maybe even, finally, a preview of the Apple Silicon-powered Mac Pro.
This year, however, should be a WWDC for the history books. Almost everyone expects Apple to mark its entry into a major new product category for the first time since Apple Watch with the unveiling of its mixed reality headset (likely dubbed Reality Pro or Reality One). The headset isn’t expected to be available until at least the fall, but we should get a first look at how it looks and works.
Here’s a quick look at everything we’re expecting from Apple in June, both at WWDC and throughout the month.
Worldwide Developers Conference
WWDC is a week-long event that kicks off with a big presentation at 10:00 a.m. PT on Monday, June 5. This is where all the most exciting announcements happen – we’ll see new OS updates for fall, including iOS 17, macOS 14 and watchOS 10.
Developer betas for new operating systems are usually released immediately, with public betas starting a few weeks later (possibly in July). There are dev sessions throughout the week, and interesting little tidbits often emerge as well.
However, this year’s WWDC will feature much more than software. Apple is rumored to be unveiling “several” new Macs along with our first look at the long-talked-about new mixed reality headset.
New material
15-inch MacBook Air: We’ve been telling you about rumors of the 15-inch MacBook Air launching in the spring for months. We expect Apple to announce it at WWDC, with availability immediately or the following week.
Mac Pro with Apple Silicon: The Mac Pro is the last remaining Mac to still have Intel processors, and it’s overdue for its Apple silicon redesign. Apple took advantage of the WWDC stage to announce the last three Mac Pros: the Intel G5 tower in 2006; the cylinder in 2013; and the current model in 2019, not to mention the iMac Pro in 2017. The Apple Silicon Mac Pro likely won’t be as expandable and upgradeable as the current Intel model.
Mac Studio with M2 processors: The latest rumors indicate that Apple will begin trading in Mac Studio computers in the first week of June, which is a good indication that current M1-based models will receive M2-based upgrades. We expect them to be very similar to the current Mac Studio, but with M2 Max and the new M2 Ultra chips.
Reality Pro: Last but not least, there are very strong indications that Apple will unveil its AR/VR headset at WWDC. We’re expecting it to be called Reality Pro and to make all current VR and AR products look like silly toys, with cutting-edge specs and software that no competitor has even tried to put on. on the market. Although we’ll see a lot about the product itself, its operating system, developer tools, and apps, we’ll probably see not get a firm release date or price for now. Those details will likely only come later this year.
The Mac Studio might finally get its M2 refresh at WWDC.
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Apps and software updates
WWDC is all about the software. It’s a developer conference after all, so it’s the first look at upcoming operating systems and their associated features, frameworks, and services for developers and users. We’ll see the new iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and macOS, and developers will have their first access to betas. Public betas often arrive later, usually in July after several developer betas.
iOS 16.6 and others: All eyes are on iOS 17, but if you’re not a registered developer, it’s the iOS 16.6 update you can look forward to in June (along with macOS 13.5 and watchOS 9.6). These are now in beta and don’t seem to contain many new features. iMessage ignition key verification is rumored to be part of this release, but it is not yet active in the beta and is really intended as an advanced security measure for users who may be targeted by state and other actors.
iOS 17: We’ll experience iOS 17 at WWDC, and developers will immediately have access to an incomplete and somewhat unreliable beta, with the public beta likely to arrive in July. You can read all about iOS 17 here, but it’s expected to be more quality-of-life improvements and updates to existing apps and features than any major changes.
iPad OS 17: We haven’t heard much about iPadOS 17, other than the fact that it will bring many of the same improvements coming to iOS 17. We might get the same lock screen customization as in iOS 16, though. Again, this will come in the form of a developer beta in June, with a public beta likely in July.
watch OS 10: This is rumored to be one of the biggest watchOS updates in years, with significant changes to the main interface. App-driven smart widgets or maps reminiscent of “Glances” that were removed in watchOS 3 would be a highlight of this release. It’s a good idea – people don’t like opening apps on their Apple Watch, and there needs to be an easier way to access the key information and features they provide. Learn more about watchOS 10 here.
Mac OS 14: Of course, Apple’s oldest platform has to keep up with the rest, especially now that they’re using Apple-designed processors. The ecosystem has never been more holistic, and we expect that to be the goal of macOS 14: to make your Mac work better with other Apple products.
Services
AppleTV+
Here are the shows, series, and movies we plan to release on Apple TV+ in June. If you want to know what’s coming next, check out our full guide to upcoming Apple TV+ content.
The crowded room: Inspired by biography The mind of Billy Milligan, it’s a multi-season anthology series that Apple says will “explore the true and inspiring stories of those who have struggled and learned to live successfully with mental illness.” The first season will have 10 episodes. June 9
Duck and Goose: When Duck Meets Goose: A new special in anticipation of the new season of Duck & Goose. When Thistle gets upset with her new neighbor, Bluebird reminisces about the bumpy days of Duck and Goose’s early friendship. June 9
The Snoopy Show (season 3): The world famous beagle is back! Dive into new adventures with Snoopy, along with his best friend, Woodstock, and the rest of the Peanuts gang. June 9
Lovely Little Farm (season 2): Return to the farm with the second season where Jill and Jacky continue to feed Quackety Duck Duck, Al Alpaca Pickle Pony, and meet new friends along the way. June 16
Swagger (season 2): The sports drama inspired by Kevin Durant’s experiences in the world of youth basketball is back for a second season. June 23
Divert: A seven-part series, told in real time, about a seven-hour flight to London that is hijacked and the trade negotiator who tries to save the passengers. June 28
apple arcade
Apple releases new games to Apple Arcade on Fridays, but not every Friday has a new game or a major update. See our Apple Arcade FAQ for a full list of Apple Arcade games and more service details. Some games release without notice, but you’ll often see multiple projects listed in the Coming Soon section.
In early May, Apple released 20 new Apple Arcade games at once, and nothing else since. Will outings resume in June? We have no idea, but we’ll update this article as we learn more.
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