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Apple Sets WWDC 2026 for June 8–12 With AI-Focused Keynote

The plan signals a strong push into AI features with unresolved details about a reported Google Gemini tie-in.

Overview

  • Apple, which outlined the WWDC program Tuesday, will open the conference Monday, June 8 at 19:00 CEST with a livestreamed keynote and follow with a developer Platforms State of the Union at 22:00 CEST.
  • Coverage indicates iOS 27 will headline the event with new AI features for Siri and core system services.
  • Multiple outlets report Apple is working with Google to use the Gemini language model, though Apple has not explained the integration or its privacy approach.
  • About 1,000 developers, designers and students are invited to Apple Park on June 8, including 350 Swift Student Challenge winners with 50 designated as Distinguished Winners.
  • Apple also named 36 Apple Design Awards finalists, including Leo Mehlig’s Structured in the Inclusivity category.