what's new for developers from platform perspective?

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At WWDC 2024, Apple introduced several new features and updates for developers from a platform perspective. Here are some of the key highlights:

  1. Apple Intelligence:

    • Apple introduced "Apple Intelligence," a personal intelligence system that brings powerful generative models to iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. This system enhances capabilities for understanding and generating language and images, helping users take actions with rich awareness of their personal context. It is deeply integrated into features and apps across the system and built with privacy from the ground up. Platforms State of the Union

  2. Generative Tools:

    • New generative tools were introduced, including writing tools that automatically integrate with standard UI frameworks to render text fields. The new TextView Delegate API allows customization of app behavior while writing tools are active. Additionally, Genmoji and the new Image Playground API offer new ways to communicate and create engaging experiences. Platforms State of the Union

  3. Xcode and SwiftUI Enhancements:

    • Xcode Previews now have a new dynamic linking architecture, making the workflow smoother and more productive. SwiftUI has gained new customizations for fine-tuning the look and feel of apps, including custom hover effects for visionOS and new options for customizing window behavior and styling in macOS. Platforms State of the Union

  4. RealityKit 4:

    • RealityKit 4 now supports macOS, iOS, and iPadOS, making it easier to build for all these platforms simultaneously. It includes APIs for rich materials, virtual lighting, blend shapes, inverse kinematics, and animation timelines, enhancing character animation capabilities. Platforms State of the Union

  5. Gaming:

    • With advancements in Metal and Apple silicon, Apple devices like the Mac, iPad with M series chips, and iPhone 15 Pro can now play console-class games. This unified gaming platform is built with tightly integrated graphics software and scalable hardware architecture. Platforms State of the Union

  6. VisionOS:

    • VisionOS has seen significant updates, with over 1000 apps available on the App Store within the first few days of its availability. Developers can recompile their iOS and iPadOS apps to run on VisionOS and extend them for spatial computing. Platforms State of the Union

These updates and tools are designed to help developers create more powerful, efficient, and engaging apps across Apple's platforms.

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