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This could mean big changes down the line for Mac users: potentially longer-lasting battery life and better support for power-sucking graphics, according to research director David McQueen at ABI Research.
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While software will almost certainly be the focus of WWDC this year, one of the biggest expected announcements is a technical change users may never notice: a shift away from Intel chips in its Macs computers to an ARM-based processor made in-house the same one that's already used in its iPhones and iPads. Last year at WWDC, Apple introduced a menstruation tracking app, a log-in platform called Sign in with Apple and dark mode, which ignited a design trend that made its way onto other platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and Google. Apple is also expected to introduce the ability to mark a text message as unread so you can revisit it later and add mentions in group chats, borrowing a feature found on popular apps such as WhatsApp and Slack. Other speculated new tools for iOS and macOS include Safari updates, Apple Pencil support, advanced language translation capabilities and a new fitness app. Apple could also loosen the walled garden around its default apps, allowing users to select third-party apps such as Spotify, Google Maps and Google Chrome rather than prioritizing its own competing services.Īpple may also offer a new augmented reality app that can read QR codes and integrate with some stores like Starbucks.

IOS 14 is rumored to allow users to organize their apps with a list-view option, making it easier to scroll and see everything in one spot, rather than in rows and columns. Some reports indicate the pandemic could delay the production and launch of the iPhone 12, which was expected to debut in September, by a few weeks. But these announcements will come amid some uncertainty about when the next iPhone - and therefore the new operating system - will be released. Many of the key features unveiled at WWDC will relate to Apple's upcoming iPhone operating system, iOS 14. Here's what to expect from this year's event based on the latest rumors and reports. ET on Monday, June 22, and runs through Thursday, June 26. Facebook, for example, said it won't host physical events until at least June of next year. Microsoft recently proved splashy tech events can still draw a large audience and buzz at a time when we have no idea when there will be large in-person gatherings again.

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It will give Apple's global community of 23 million developers the opportunity to attend more than 100 engineering workshops on how to build new apps and services, which previously were only conducted in-person. The move to stream all sessions online from its Cupertino, California, headquarters has its benefits. But this year, everyone - developers included - will have to watch the event from afar as Apple holds it virtually for the first time because of the pandemic. The event is always closely watched by customers and developers looking for a peek at new software coming to iPhones, iPads, Macs and the Apple Watch. These are just some of the updates that could be announced at Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference, a multi-day event that kicks off next week. And improved battery life for Mac computers. More options to pick your default iPhone apps.
