Apple is holding its WWDC24 developer conference on June 11, 2024 at 1:00 a.m. Here are the key takeaways from the event:
- Launch of Apple Intelligence, a personal intelligence system: Places generative AI models in devices such as the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, integrating new system-level collaboration tools across writing scenarios such as email, memos, Pages, and third-party apps for rewriting, proofreading, and summarizing text.
- Siri enters a new era: Siri features a new design that supports text and voice input, connects more naturally to context, truly understands user intent, and performs hundreds of new actions in Apple and third-party apps.
- Updated six OS systems: including iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and more.
- Announcing the global availability of Vision Pro: It will be available worldwide starting June 28th.
- Other Highlights: The Calculator app for iPad; the concept of "private cloud computing" to ensure the privacy and security of user data; and the introduction of satellite messaging for iMessage and SMS apps.
The WWDC conference showcased Apple's innovations in the field of artificial intelligence and operating systems, bringing users a smarter and more convenient experience.