Catch the Apple Intelligence Reveal and All the Highlights from WWDC 2024 Right Here!

Apple kicked off its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2024) today with a keynotes presentation at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT. The spotlight was on the company’s software ecosystem, showcasing the latest iterations of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS, and watchOS. However, the most significant announcement was the unveiling of Apple Intelligence, marking Apple’s ambitious entry into the competitive AI landscape.

You can catch the entirety of the keynote on Apple’s events page or view the YouTube archive embedded below. For those interested in the buzz leading up to the event, we have compiled pre-event speculation below the video, along with insights on Apple’s major announcements. For a comprehensive summary of everything Apple revealed at this year's WWDC, head over here.

Critics have pointed out that in recent years, Apple has lagged behind competitors like Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI in generative AI research. Our own Ivan Mehta emphasized the necessity for Apple to introduce AI solutions that are truly functional rather than just impressive demonstrations. CEO Tim Cook has long promised to tackle concerns surrounding AI, and there was no better stage than the Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino during WWDC.

Current rumors suggest a potential partnership with GPT-developer OpenAI, aimed at enhancing Apple’s competitive edge. Recent reports have named Apple’s AI initiative "Apple Intelligence," although it may not be compatible with all existing Apple devices. Anticipation is also building around the AI upgrades expected in iOS 18, potentially rejuvenating Siri.

While new hardware announcements aren’t assured at this software-centered event, Apple has incorporated them into recent editions — thanks in part to Apple Silicon advancements and last year’s groundbreaking Vision Pro reveal. However, the latest speculation indicates that this year may focus more on software, following a mixed reception for Apple’s initial foray into mixed reality and the cancellation of its electric car project.

iOS 18 will take center stage, but macOS 15 will also make its debut, featuring significant design updates to one of the iPhone’s most-used apps, Calculator. Expect many of iOS 18’s AI capabilities to be integrated into macOS 15 as well.