Colorful Apple Pencil and logo featured in Apple's Let Loose event.

The Next Apple Event: Dates, News, Rumors, and Announcements

Apple's next event is expected to unveil new software releases with an AI infusion

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S.E. Slack
S. E. Slack
S.E. Slack
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Updated on May 7, 2024

Apple holds events several times each year to announce new products and services including the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), and spring and fall events that usually zero in on certain products.

A random extra event can pop up, too.

What Is the Next Apple Event?

Apple's next event will be the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) held between June 7 and June 10.

When Was the Last Apple Event?

The most recent one was "Let Loose" on May 7. Apple showed off its new iPad Air lineup with M2 chips, the brand-new 11-inch and 13-inch M4-powered iPad Pros, and a revamped Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil Pro for Pro models.

How to Attend the Event

Apple offers a free live stream to everyone; you can view it online at apple.com or on the Apple TV app. Crank up your PC or mobile device and connect to see what the tech giant has to show.

What Announcements Will Apple Make?

Apple's WWDC event will most likely introduce a slew of new software upgrades with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI). That lineup will likely include vision OS 2, the first major update to this operating system and the introduction of iOS 18, watchOS 11, iPadOS 18, macOS 15, and tvOS 18. It's also possible Apple will unveil the long-awaited iPad Mini 7, which we predict could arrive in October.

What Was Announced at the May 2024 Event

Apple introduced the M4 chip, a few iPads, and the Apple Pencil Pro.

  • 2024 iPad Pro: The latest iPad Pro comes in 11-inch and 13-inch models and sports the M4 chip.
  • iPad Air 6: The sixth-generation iPad Air also comes in two sizes, including a larger 13-inch model.
  • Apple Pencil Pro: Apple's stylus has a new tools palette, haptic feedback, a gyroscope, and Find My support.

You can watch the entire event below:

The Latest News About Apple

While you can always read the latest technology news on Lifewire, here are some pieces of interest involving Apple in particular.

Stay tuned for more Apple news and announcements in this space.