whats new on wwdc

At WWDC 2024, Apple introduced several exciting updates and innovations across its platforms. Here are some of the highlights:

1. Apple Intelligence: A new personal intelligence system that integrates powerful generative models into iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. This system enhances the ability to understand and generate language and images, providing users with context-aware actions while maintaining privacy.

2. VisionOS 2: Enhancements in spatial computing with support for volumetric apps and new enterprise APIs. Developers have been actively creating spatial apps, with over 1000 apps available on the App Store shortly after the announcement.

3. Swift and Swift Assist: Swift is expanding to Windows and Linux, and Swift Assist helps transform ideas into code, allowing developers to focus on higher-level problems.

4. Gaming on Apple Devices: With advancements in Metal and Apple silicon, Apple devices like the Mac, iPad, and iPhone 15 Pro can now support console-class gaming experiences.

5. watchOS 11: Introduces new APIs and features like Live Activities, which leverage existing iOS work to enhance the Apple Watch experience.

6. Xcode 16: Includes updates like a hardened C runtime, improved localization workflows, and new debugging tools.

7. Device Management: New features in Apple Business Manager and Apple School Manager, including activation lock management and Safari extension controls via MDM.

For more detailed insights, you can explore the sessions like Platforms State of the Union and What’s new in Xcode 16.