Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 opened with a content-rich keynote showcasing significant updates to Apple's ecosystem. From enhancements to operating systems to the introduction of Apple Intelligence, the event set the stage for the next generation of Apple products and experiences.
Entertainment
- Apple TV+ enters its 5th year with a strong lineup of originals and upcoming shows and movies
- Gaming experiences on Apple devices are enhanced by the unified gaming platform, leveraging Metal and Apple silico- Notable upcoming games include Frostpunk 2, Control, and Assassin's Creed: Shadows for both Mac and iPad
Operating System Updates
- visionOS 2 for Apple Vision Pro introduces enhanced gestures, improved Mac Virtual Display, and expanded developer APIs
- iOS 18 brings deeper customization for the Home Screen and Control Center, privacy improvements, and a major Photos app redesign
- iPadOS 18 features a new floating tab bar for apps, Smart Script handwriting recognition, and the new Calculator app with Math Notes integration for Apple Pencil
- macOS Sequoia introduces iPhone Mirroring for wireless phone control from your Mac, improved window tiling, presenter preview for video calls, and the Passwords app
- watchOS 11 includes Training Load for workout impact analysis, the Vitals app for health metric insights, and an updated Photos watch face
Apple Intelligence
- Personal AI capabilities for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
- Siri receives significant upgrades with more natural interactions, personal context understanding, and cross-app actions
- Systemwide Writing Tools assist with rewriting, proofreading, and summarizing text across apps
- Genmoji and the Image Playground allow for playful image creation using simple descriptions
- Integration with ChatGPT brings powerful external AI models to Apple devices
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