Apple's highly anticipated Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2026 kicks off Monday, June 8, at 10 am PT (1 pm ET), with CEO Tim Cook set to unveil the company's latest software innovations. This year's event is particularly buzzworthy as it's expected to highlight significant advancements in artificial intelligence, especially for Siri, and offer a glimpse into Apple's future vision under its evolving leadership.
You can catch the keynote livestream directly on this page, the official Apple WWDC website, or through YouTube and the Apple TV app. For those who prefer real-time updates and analysis, WIRED will be running a live blog throughout the event, breaking down all the major announcements as they happen. We'll also provide in-depth recaps of the updates coming to iOS, macOS, and other Apple platforms.
This year's WWDC is heavily tipped to focus on "Apple's Intelligence," a suite of new AI-powered features integrated across its operating systems. Expect the reveal of iOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, and others, all potentially featuring a renewed emphasis on stability and performance improvements. Leaks suggest AI could enable features like creating digital event passes and splitting bills from receipts.
A major highlight anticipated is a significant overhaul for Siri, which has long been a point of contention for users. After previous delays, Apple is expected to finally roll out a dramatically enhanced Siri, reportedly boosted by a strategic partnership with Google. This collaboration is set to integrate Google's Gemini AI into Siri, promising a more personalized and capable virtual assistant. Recent reports also hint at a dedicated Siri app, a more prominent presence in the Dynamic Island, and enhanced chatbot capabilities.
While hardware announcements are less common at WWDC, there's speculation that Apple might offer a peek at its unconfirmed smart glasses, potentially arriving next year after the Apple Vision Pro's reception. The company might also tease a split-screen feature for iPhones or even a foldable device, as software hints for such a product have emerged. New Mac hardware announcements are unlikely, with those typically saved for fall events, though rumors of cameras in AirPods could surface as a minor tease.
