What to Expect from Apple’s WWDC23: Software and Hardware Predictions, Including AR/VR Glasses and iOS 17

2023-06-05 01:27:31

The 34th Apple Worldwide Developer Conference, or WWDC23 for short, kicks off tonight. Let’s see first what is expected to be launched in this event. divided into software and hardware

Predict the software that will be released at WWDC23.

As is the tradition at WWDC, every year Apple releases new software for each device, including iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, and other software. VR has also been added. Let’s see the details.

iOS 17

The new iOS 17 is expected that Apple will focus on adding features requested by users. and is a feature that should have To improve the user experience to be more personalized to the user.

Previously in iOS 16 came with a new lock screen. That displays various information widgets and can be customized. Apple is expected to add more functions to the lock screen, such as adjusting the font size. More information on the lock screen And can share lock screen customizations with others.

Information from Mark Gurman reveals that iOS 17 will have a Smart Home display view on the lock screen when the iPhone is placed in landscape orientation, including the Home screen may also be able to adjust to landscape.

There may also be other functions for the lock screen, such as more realistic live events. Real-time display of lyrics in the lock screen.

More rumors reveal that Apple will overhaul the Control Center to make the menu more customizable. It may support menus from other apps, add functions for Dynamic Island and widgets to be able to work or react.

A new Journal app is expected to be added for users to record their daily stories. Including having a mood tracking feature that connects data to health apps

The Wallet, Find My, SharePlay and AirPlay apps are also getting new upgrades. Significant functionality has been added. Performance and stability improvements.

iOS 17 also comes with new accessibility features. that assist with cognition, speech, and vision which is prepared to be activated by the end of this year

In addition, Apple CarPlay will add new functionality that works with a completely new interface.

Finally, Apple will only support app sideloading for users in Europe. Allow users to download apps outside the App Store so they don’t go once morest European law.

Summary of key features in iOS 17

  • Add a Home Hub or Smart Home lock screen display.
  • The lock screen is more customizable.
  • Share lock screen customizations with others
  • Control Center overhaul More menu customization
  • Make widgets more interactive
  • Display real-time Apple Music lyrics on the lock screen.
  • Dynamic Island is more functional or interactive.
  • There’s a new Journal app for journaling.
  • There is a mood tracking system in the health app.
  • Improved Wallet, Find My, SharePlay and AirPlay apps.
  • Sideloading apps are supported in Europe.
  • Improve the performance and stability of the software.

xrOS

If Apple launches a new device called Reality Pro (AR/VR) at the event, it will surely have software to work with the device. Earlier it was reported that Apple has registered a logo called “xrOS” that is expected to be used with Reality Pro glasses.

xrOS will have an interface similar to iOS, controlled by hand and eye gestures. Compatible with iPhone, iPad and Mac, for example when connected to a Mac, the Mac screen can be used as a display option. Controlled by mouse and keyboard, iPhone can be used for text input and other functions.

Apple will need to develop apps specifically for the AR/VR glasses, as well as allow other developers to create apps with 3D content used for the glasses. Apple’s apps that are expected to be compatible include Maps, Safari, Photos, FaceTime, and will focus on TV content.

In addition to using the app for glasses It is expected to be able to run some iPad apps as well. It might be a 2D app running in a 3D environment.

Now it’s expected that Apple is building tools for developers. To encourage developers to create apps and games that are suitable for use with AR/VR glasses, making the glasses even more attractive.

It is expected that WWDC23 will host sessions and workshops for developers. To help developers understand xrOS, including important topics such as creating apps for AR/VR glasses, porting apps from other platforms to xrOS, design guidelines for virtual reality experiences.

Summary of key features in rxOS

  • The design looks similar to iOS.
  • Can be controlled with hand and eye gestures
  • Connect other devices to work together.
  • You can run some apps from your iPad.
  • There are Apple apps optimized for 3D display.
  • Display a virtual avatar in the FaceTime app.
  • Compatible with TVs, watching sports, and Apple plans partnerships with media production companies like Disney.

iPadOS 17

iPadOS 17 is expected to focus on improvements to features that work better with Macs, such as extra screen docking times. Able to rest the iPad screen while the additional screen is still displayed, set the output sound to which device the sound will be output When streaming content to another device

iPadOS 17 is also expected to support an additional display Webcam or support for the iPhone as an additional camera like the Continuty Camera feature in macOS Ventura, and the Dock can be resized like the Mac.

iPadOS 17 is expected to be able to customize the iPad lock screen like the iPhone, able to customize the display and add various widgets, just like iOS 16, including iPadOS 17, there will be a health app (Health) as on the iPhone.

watchOS 10

The Apple Watch is expected to launch later this year. Won’t get a very big update, Apple will probably compensate by adding new features in watchOS 10 instead.

watchOS 10 brings overhauled watch faces with widgets similar to those on the iPhone, more customizable and informative. It may also support the display of widget overlays that display widgets in groups and selectively toggle widgets.

Additionally, with watchOS 10, we may be able to customize the side button and Digital Crown, making widgets easier to access.

Summary of key features in watchOS 10

  • Overhaul the page display.
  • Emphasis on widget display to interact and access information faster
  • Widgets may be displayed overlaid on the watch face just like the iPhone.
  • Side button and Digital Crown button can be customized.

macOS 14

There hasn’t been much rumors regarding macOS 14 before. First there were speculations regarding the name macOS 14, taking the name of a landmark in California. There are already trademarked names that are available: Rincon, Mammoth, Shasta, Farallon, Diablo, Sequoia, Sonoma, Grizzly, and Redwood.

for new features According to the report, We may see a Journal app to record daily information like iOS 17, and upgraded Find My app, SharePlay, and other cross-platform features.

tvOS 17 and HomePod Software 17

Software for Apple TV and HomePod devices will also be released. Focus on minor upgrades and software performance improvements.

Predict the hardware that will be introduced at WWDC23.

In addition to new software releases, Apple sometimes releases new hardware. This year’s highlight is expected to be AR/VR glasses, Apple’s first virtual reality device, and other Macs are expected to debut at the show.

Reality Pro, the new AR/VR glasses

AR/VR glasses are long-awaited and rumored devices. At WWDC23, Apple is expected to debut a pair of glasses called Reality Pro at WWDC23. d

Apple’s first Reality Pro glasses or headset is expected to be a premium device that will sell for around $3,000 and feature an innovative 3-screen setup, utilizing a 4K Micro-LED screen.

This Reality Pro uses the new xrOS software to support a wide range of tasks like making FaceTime calls, watching content on TV, and playing games. Delivering a new experience to users

Reality Pro also comes with AR and VR mode switching by turning a toggle similar to the Digital Crown, VR provides an immersive experience. When switched to AR mode, the glasses gradually adjust to allow the user to see the virtual reality world.

At WWDC23, we’ll see the launch of the Reality Pro glasses or headset, but it’s expected that Apple hasn’t released it for sale yet. Maybe at the end of the year instead

MacBook Air 15 inch

There are currently two MacBook Airs available, the MacBook Air 13″ with M1 chip and the MacBook Air 13″ with M2 chip. The M2 chip is there, because the M3 chip is not yet ready to launch. The main change is expected to be a larger display.

Summary of key features on the 15-inch MacBook Air

  • Comes with a screen size of 15.5 inches
  • The design and features are similar to the MacBook Air 13″ M2 chip.
  • It is expected to use an M2 chip and have 8-core and 10-core GPUs.

Mac Studio

A report from Mark Gurman suggests that Apple is testing desktop computers powered by the new M2 Ultra and M2 Max chips, and is expected to be an upgraded version of the Mac Sudio. Up from the original M1 Ultra and M1 Max chips introduced last year. So there probably won’t be any big changes for Mac Studio other than a chip upgrade.

Mac Pro Apple Silicon Chip

The Mac Pro is the only Mac that hasn’t been upgraded to Apple Silicon chips. First introduced in 2019 at WWDC19, it’s a high-end Mac with high performance.

At Peek Performance in March 2022, Apple’s chief hardware engineer said that the Apple Silicon Mac Pro was in development and expected to launch in 2022, but it hasn’t been announced yet. So we’re expecting WWDC23 to see the Mac Pro debut with a powerful new M2 Ultra chip (or perhaps a new high-end chip).

iMac Pro

The iMac Pro is also a high-end model. Apple has long since discontinued the iMac Pro, but rumors suggest that Apple may bring the iMac Pro back to life. with a large screen size and comes with a high-performance Apple Silicon chip. Rumors suggest it might be an M3 Pro or M3 Max, but if it’s announced at WWDC23, it might be the new M2 Max and M2 Ultra.

These are all just predictions of what’s expected to be unveiled at WWDC23 tonight. Have to wait and watch at the same time

How to watch WWDC 2023 and updates

Watch the live broadcast (Live) of WWDC 2023 with the iMoD team along with Thai lectures on Monday night, June 5th, coming in on the night of June 6th at 11:23 p.m. onwards according to Thailand time. yes

source macrumors, 9to5mac

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