Apple organizes various events annually, including its flagship Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). These gatherings are pivotal moments where new products and updates are unveiled, accompanied by keynotes from the company’s leadership.
The upcoming WWDC24 is scheduled to take place on June 10 at Apple’s headquarters, Apple Park, in Cupertino, California. The event, set for 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET, is invite-only, with attendees required to have applied for invitations well in advance. This year, the spotlight is expected to be on the significant enhancements in iOS 18 and the integration of new AI features.
Who else has such ecosystem?
Everytime @Apple used AI but we didn't bother.All these small features apple has been using over the years have just been gaining momentum.
Now they are ready. With these features combined across their ecosystem. #WWDC24 pic.twitter.com/g2Kg2VRVnL
— Erik Machorse (@erikmachorse) June 5, 2024
For those unable to attend, Apple provides a livestream of the keynote on its website, YouTube channel, the Apple Developer app, and the Apple TV app, although the application period for attending in person has already closed.
Apple has a storied history of iconic product launches at its events:
- 1983: The first WWDC introduced attendees to Lisa, the first personal desktop computer with a graphical interface, named after Steve Jobs’ daughter.
- 1984: The debut of the Macintosh featured its revolutionary graphical user interface and mouse.
- 1997: Steve Jobs returned to Apple to a standing ovation. His comeback marked the beginning of Apple’s resurgence from near bankruptcy.
- 1998: The introduction of the colorful and user-friendly first iMac.
This image is clearly a penguin. Thus, Apple is clearly dropping macOS for Linux. It's about time. #WWDC24 pic.twitter.com/Ax6mDjcKXq
— Paul Thurrott (@thurrott) June 6, 2024
- 1999: Jobs showcased the iBook’s Wi-Fi capabilities in a memorable demonstration.
- 2001: The iPod was revealed, shifting music consumption from CDs to MP3s, and eventually to streaming.
- 2007: The iPhone launch, combining an iPod, phone, and internet communicator, was met with overwhelming excitement.
- 2010: The iPad was announced with a surprisingly low price point, and the same year, Jobs introduced FaceTime.
- 2011: Tim Cook took over as CEO and introduced the Apple Watch, using Jobs’ famous “one more thing” catchphrase.
- 2016: The debut of the AirPods coincided with Apple’s decision to remove the headphone jack from iPhones.
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— Apple News 𝕏 (@AppleUpdatei) June 3, 2024
- 2023: The Vision Pro mixed-reality headset was announced, marking Apple’s most significant new product since the Apple Watch. It was released in the US in early 2024 with a retail price of $3,499.
These events not only showcase Apple’s latest innovations but also mark significant milestones in technology and culture, influencing how users interact with technology in their daily lives.
Major Points
- Apple’s WWDC24 is scheduled for June 10 at Apple Park in Cupertino, California, featuring the introduction of iOS 18 and new AI functionalities.
- The event is invite-only, with livestreams available on Apple’s website, YouTube, the Apple Developer app, and the Apple TV app.
- Historic Apple events have introduced groundbreaking products such as the Macintosh in 1984, the iPhone in 2007, and the iPad in 2010.
- Significant advancements and features, like the iBook’s Wi-Fi capability in 1999 and the first iMac’s design in 1998, were first shown at these events.
- Recent innovations include the unveiling of the Apple Watch in 2011 under Tim Cook’s leadership and the Vision Pro mixed-reality headset in 2023, with its release in 2024.
RM Tomi – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
