Apple’s upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is anticipated to be a software-focused event, with no new hardware expected to be announced. Traditionally a significant occasion for developers, WWDC primarily showcases software advancements, even though hardware has occasionally been featured in the past. This year, according to Mark Gurman in his “Power On” newsletter for Bloomberg, Apple will not unveil any new devices during the keynote on Monday. While Apple does have new hardware on the horizon, including the iPhone 17, updated Apple Watch models, and refreshed Mac computers, these are set to debut at the usual fall events.
There have also been rumors about a new AirTag being in development, but Gurman suggests it is not noteworthy enough for a WWDC appearance. Historically, the conference has seen substantial announcements, such as the introduction of the Apple Vision Pro, but it seems this year will be different. Focusing on software, Apple seems committed to enhancing its existing offerings rather than branching out into new hardware categories. After facing criticism surrounding delays related to Apple Intelligence in 2024, it’s clear the company wants to prioritize fixing and improving its software lineup in 2025.
Among the expected software highlights, Apple plans to present a glass-like aesthetic for visionOS, which will extend to iOS 26 and other platforms to create visual consistency. Additionally, there will be changes to version numbering to alleviate future confusion. The anticipated updates for Apple Intelligence may be more subdued than initially expected due to the slow rollout of features, which suggests fewer significant changes will be introduced. However, there remains anticipation for foundational model access for third-party developers, improvements to the Translate app, and enhancements to Siri and AirPods.
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