Apple WWDC 2025 starts on June 9: Here's what to expect
Apple
has officially announced the schedule for its annual
Worldwide Developers Conference
(WWDC) 2025, confirming the keynote presentation will take place Monday, June 9 at 10 AM Pacific Time. The five-day online conference runs through June 13, bringing together the global Apple developer community for a week of technology announcements and innovation.
The keynote will be livestreamed on apple.com, the Apple TV app, and YouTube, with on-demand playback available afterward. Apple will also host more than 1,000 developers and students at
Apple Park
for a special in-person celebration on opening day.
Following the keynote, Apple will present its Platforms State of the Union at 1 PM PDT on June 9, offering developers a deeper dive into new tools and technologies across Apple's software platforms. The presentation will stream via the Apple Developer app, website, and YouTube channel.
The
Swift Student Challenge
will again recognize 50 Distinguished Winners who will visit Apple Park for a special three-day experience.
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What to expect at WWDC 2025
The conference is expected to showcase major software updates including
iOS 19
, iPadOS 19,
macOS 16
, watchOS 12, tvOS 19, and visionOS 3. Industry reports suggest Apple may unveil significant design overhauls across its operating systems, potentially borrowing visual elements from the Vision Pro interface with new frosted glass aesthetics and muted colors.
Apple Intelligence
enhancements are also anticipated, though the company faces pressure to deliver on AI promises made at last year's conference. Developers will have access to over 100 technical sessions throughout the week, along with group labs and one-on-one appointments with Apple engineers.
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