Apple Gearing Up for Largest Worldwide Developer's Conference Starting June 22

WWDC20 to include keynote address, Platforms State of the Union, 100+ engineering sessions, all-new Developer Forums, 1-on-1 labs with more than 1,000 Apple engineers, and more

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Kicking off with a keynote on June 22nd at 10 a.m. PDT, Apple’s WWDC20 will be the biggest WWDC to date, bringing together the global Apple developer community of more than 23 million in an unprecedented, virtual way, from June 22 to 26. In its 31st year, Apple’s WorldWide Developer Conference (WWDC) includes a familiar line up and schedule with additional engineering and hands-on sessions.

Special Event Keynote
June 22, 10 a.m. PDT

Apple shares its latest updates and innovations coming to all Apple platforms later this year. Streaming directly from Apple Park via apple.com, the Apple Developer app, the Apple Developer website, the Apple TV app, and YouTube, this session will also be available for on-demand playback after the conclusion of the stream. For viewers in China, the keynote will also stream on Tencent, iQIYI, Bilibili and Youku.

Platforms State of the Union
June 22, 2 p.m. PDT

Dive deeper into the latest advances across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS with Apple’s engineers. The State of the Union will be available on demand via the Apple Developer app and the Apple Developer website. It will also be available for playback on Tencent, iQIYI, Bilibili and YouKu for viewers in China.

100+ Engineering Sessions
June 23 to 26

Starting June 23, developers can learn how to build the next generation of apps with more than 100 technical and design-focused sessions helmed by Apple engineers. Videos will be posted each day at 10 a.m. PDT and will be available in the Apple Developer app on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV, as well as on the Apple Developer website.

All-New Apple Developer Forums
Redesign coming June 18

The all-new Apple Developer Forums will connect the developer community with more than 1,000 Apple engineers to answer questions and engage in technical discussions. Starting the first day of WWDC, anyone can search and view the forum discussions to follow along, and Apple Developer Program members will be able to post their own questions and learn directly from Apple experts.

1-on-1 Developer Labs (by appointment)
June 23 to 26

Developers will be able to request an appointment with the Apple engineers who helped build the latest advances in Apple platforms, offering one-on-one technical guidance and in-depth details on how to implement new features. Developer Labs will be open to Apple Developer Program members as space is available.

On June 16, Apple will celebrate student developers from all over the world with the announcement of finalists in the Swift Student Challenge, an opportunity for students of all ages to showcase their love of coding by creating their own Swift playground.

Developers are encouraged to download the Apple Developer app where additional WWDC20 information will be shared ahead of June 22. Information will also be made available on the Apple Developer website and by email.

View our previous WWDC coverage here and by searching our site. We’ll provide more insight and in-depth coverage during the event!

Apple Watch Series 3 App We Developed

Here's a preview of an Apple Watch Series 3 app we developed earlier this year. This version worked consistently underwater in a series of swim tests we did.

Apple Watch Goes iPhone-Free & More Updates from The Apple Event

Apple's latest iteration on Apple Watch, the Apple Watch Series 3, releases it from the captivity of carrying your iPhone everywhere with you, with its own independent cellular connection and the ability to stream music live anywhere, wirelessly with AirPods.

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At the Apple Event last Tuesday September 12th held in the new Steve Jobs theater, Apple announced a slew of updates, including a new iPhone 8 series, iPhone X, Apple TV updates, wireless connectivity, an updated Apple Watch model, iOS features and more.

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We're excited by the improvements, as the Apple Watch moves in the direction of an independent and possibly autonomous device as we hoped for. The Apple Watch has also grown in popularity worldwide, competing with top watch models worldwide including Rolex and more.

Independent of the iPhone, with its own Cellular

The new Apple Watch 3 series features an LTE radio and eSIM. Together, this enables the Apple Watch to have continuous data network connectivity without a paired iPhone, making the wearable stand alone on its own. With its own cellular connection, the new Apple Watch 3 series enables you to make calls, send messages via Siri and stream music (access to over 40 million songs). You can also receive alerts from frequently used apps on your Watch as well. While it offers 18 hours of battery life, when you use the GPS and stream music, this drops to 4 hours of continuous use. The new Series 3 watch is noticeably faster than prior models. Sending texts is easier too now with handwriting recognition, built in prompts and Siri. 

We look forward to seeing even more functionality building upon these features, becoming available in time. The Apple Watch is an emerging standalone computing platform. We expect the transition of the Apple Watch to a fully functional, independent computing platform will take some time, akin to the iPad's autonomy from being plugged into a Mac as its usefulness, speed and power improve. 

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Swimproof

The last model in 2016 made the Apple Watch water-resistant. Now the latest iteration makes the Apple Watch swimproof for the ocean and pool. We're excited about this. Last year in October, we tested out the Apple Watch 2 series in the swimming pool using the fitness app we were developing at the time. We found the app worked without any pause underwater. The corresponding iPhone was nearby on a pool chair. 
 

Elf Apple Watch app Oct 2016

Our founder Jan Manon testing the Apple Watch 2 Oct 2016

A health and fitness app we designed in fall 2016 with a point system to earn rewards for positive reinforcement

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Greater Health and Fitness Usability

As we discussed in our prior post in July about the Apple Watch iOS syncing up with existing gym equipment, the new Apple Watch 3 series and corresponding iOS open the gateway to more accurate tracking of health and fitness metrics and ease of use.

A great example of use today would be wearing the Apple Watch on a Saturday where you are working out a lot, you make a couple of phone calls and send a few texts. You can also get news alerts from your apps. It is enough functionality when you are out and about without having to carry your iPhone along with you, especially on a run or other    exercise.

By liberating the Apple Watch from being tethered to the iPhone and offering greater connectivity with existing fitness equipment, it's clear that the Apple Watch 3 series is becoming a powerful, independent health and fitness wearable device that is built with convenience in mind. We believe that this will lead to greater adoption and hopefully, use of tools like this will create more self-awareness and lead to greater health and fitness for a more engaged, fitter public. 

We're excited to use all these features in the new apps we're developing for our clients, partners and at Elf. It's a wonderful time to be creative.