Today is the big day. At 7:00 pm (Spanish time), Apple will kick off the opening keynote of this year’s Developers Conference, WWDC23. The event will be the platform to present the new operating systems for all our devices: iOS 17, macOS 14, watchOS 10 and more, but that’s not all. Why? Because, according to rumors, today Apple will make history by unveiling its new augmented reality headset and also new Mac models.
How to watch WWDC 2023 live
We will be able to watch the event through four main channels. First, the Apple TV app, which is available on all Apple devices, allowing us to enjoy the keynote even from the comfort of our TV. Secondly, we will be able to access the live stream through Apple’s official website, where we will find all the details and also updates after the end of the event.
We will also be able to access the keynote through the Apple Developer app which, if we are developers, will provide us with exclusive access and an immersive experience to the rest of the keynotes and content throughout the week. Last but not least, Apple will be broadcasting the event on its official YouTube channel, giving us another convenient option to follow all the news.
The event will start at 10:00 Pacific Time and is expected to last just over two hours. Around the world we can enjoy WWDC at these times:
- Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): 10:00
- Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): 13:00
- Brazilian Time (BRT): 14:00
- Argentina Time (ART): 14:00
- London time (BST): 18:00
- Madrid Time (CEST): 19:00
- Beijing time (CST): 01:00 on the 6th
- Tokyo time (JST): 02:00 on the 6th
- Sydney time (AEST): 03:00 on the 6th
What we expect from WWDC 2023
WWDC is known for its software releases. This year we will see iOS 17, macOS 14, watchOS 10, tvOS 17, iPadOS 17 and, according to rumors, the new xrOS operating system.
As far as we know, iOS 17 will include much-requested features and several system-wide improvements. Among the notable new features we find that it could introduce a new “Home Hub” display option, turning the iPhone into a smart home control center when placed horizontally on a charger or stand. Also the introduction of a dedicated diary app, mood tracking in the Health app, improvements to the Find and Wallet app and, naturally, improvements in performance, efficiency and stability and also Siri.
The new watchOS 10 for Apple Watch will bring, always according to rumors, significant changes to the interface, focusing on widgets for faster access to information. We will be able to customize widgets and access them from any watch face, similar to the widget stacks on the iPhone. Beyond this, we expect a fairly complete redesign of several system apps to better fit the screen size of the Apple Watch Ultra.
There is little information about macOS 14 at this time. The most we know is that it will surely enjoy many of the improvements that will also reach the rest of the operating systems.
To finish, we find xrOS, which will be the operating system that will run Apple’s AR/VR headset. According to rumors, it will have an interface similar to iOS, controlled by hand and eye gestures. The helmet will be able to connect to other Apple devices, such as our Mac, to use it as an external display, and will have its own App Store. There will be dedicated apps, including redesigned versions of apps we already know such as FaceTime and most likely Freeform. Overall, the focus will be on TV content, gaming and collaborative work and communication.
At the Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple focuses on unveiling new software updates, but occasionally also unveils new hardware products. This year, the much rumored augmented/virtual reality headset is expected to be unveiled, as well as new Macs.
The headset, which could tentatively be named Apple Reality Pro, would stand out in its slim, lightweight and comfortable design, weighing around 200 grams. According to rumors, it will have an external battery that is worn around the waist and connected to the helmet via a USB-C cable. The device will support both virtual reality and augmented reality, with a physical button similar to the Apple Watch’s Digital Crown to switch between modes.
It will be made of aluminum, glass and carbon fiber and will include two 4K microOLED displays, offering high-resolution content with a wide field of view. It will also feature, according to rumors, numerous cameras to monitor the hand movements, leg movements and facial gestures with which we will interact with it. Authentication will be possible via iris scanning, and the cameras will also map the surrounding environment for augmented reality applications.
On the Mac front, Apple is reportedly planning to launch a 15-inch version of the MacBook Air. A model that would feature the same M2 chips as the previous version, but with a larger screen. In parallel, there are also rumors about a new version of the Mac Studio, which would feature the M2 Ultra and M2 Max chips.
Apple’s WWDC 2023 promises to be a truly unique event. With the unveiling of new hardware products and software updates, Apple can mark a turning point. Its new headset technology, which we already refer to as the technology of the post-iPhone era, has to be the foundation for a profound change in consumer electronics. On top of that, we expect new Macs and a revamp of all operating systems. Much to see and enjoy.
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