One of Apple's biggest events of the year is right around the corner, with a jam-packed keynote kicking off WWDC 2023 on Monday. Apple's long-rumored AR/VR headset is all but certain to finally come to fruition, but it looks like there will be much more than that revealed at the event. In addition to the standard previews of upcoming major operating system updates and the headset, it looks like we'll be seeing multiple new Mac models. And of course, the headset will come with a brand-new operating system rumored to be called "xrOS," so read on below for all the details on these stories and more! What to Expect at 'One of Apple's Longest Ever' WWDC Keynotes on Monday Apple's…

Apple’s most significant product launch event in nearly a decade kicks off Monday, when the company will introduce its first major new product category since the Apple Watch in 2015 alongside multiple new Macs and new operating system versions of macOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, and the new xrOS to power the “Reality One,” “Reality Pro,” or “XR Pro” (mixed-reality) headset. Mark Gurman for Bloomberg News: Apple’s first headset will be an ultra-premium device made of glass, carbon fiber and aluminum. It looks like a high-tech pair of ski goggles, features a new magnetic charger for power, has a curved front with an external screen to show a wearer’s facial expressions and eyes, and several external cameras to enable video…

Apple is some 72 hours away from its first major new product launch in eight years. The company is expected to show off a mixed-reality (XR) headset at next week’s WWDC developer event, which would mark its first new product introduction since the Apple Watch remade the smartwatch and wrist watch markets in 2015. Emily Bary for MarketWatch: The company would be wading into a headset market that has failed to gain meaningful user traction, even as market leader Meta Platforms Inc. META, -0.37% changed its name in late 2021 to convey more of a focus on virtual worlds. Mixed-reality headsets combine virtual reality, which is immersive, and augmented reality, which lets people engage virtually with real-life surroundings. Apple’s device,…

The long-awaited, oft-rumored Apple “Reality One” VR/AR (XR) headset is reportedly going to be revealed on June 5th during Apple’s WWDC keynote. Early adopters may not be able to resist, even at a wildly reported retail price of $3,000. Designer Marcus Kane’s conception of Apple’s mixed reality headset (via Behance) Andy Boxall for DigitalTrends: I’ve got a terrible feeling I’m not going to be able to resist it. Why? Because Apple makes great products, I’m sure it’s going to be presented exceptionally well, and I’m doubly sure I’m exactly the person it’ll be targeting. It’s not a good combination, and I worry the only thing that’s going to stop me from potentially handing over $3,000 for one is for Apple…

Benjamin and Chance give their final takes on what they expect from WWDC next week, including the latest rumors around new Mac hardware and the much anticipated Apple headset, as well as predictions for iOS 17 and the rest of Apple’s operating systems. Sponsored by Roborock: Check out Roborock’s latest Roborock S7 Max Ultra, featuring a complete hands-free cleaning solution and Roborock’s easy-to-use app. The ultimate cleaning powerhouse that refuses to compromise. Sponsored by Masterclass: Unlimited access to 180+ classes delivered in bite-sized lessons. more… The post 9to5Mac Happy Hour 436: Final iOS 17 wishes, Apple headset expectations, and new Mac rumors ahead of WWDC appeared first on 9to5Mac.

Benjamin and Chance give their final takes on what they expect from WWDC next week, including the latest rumors around new Mac hardware and the much anticipated Apple headset, as well as predictions for iOS 17 and the rest of Apple’s operating systems. Sponsored by Roborock: Check out Roborock’s latest Roborock S7 Max Ultra, featuring a complete hands-free cleaning solution and Roborock’s easy-to-use app. The ultimate cleaning powerhouse that refuses to compromise. Sponsored by Masterclass: Unlimited access to 180+ classes delivered in bite-sized lessons. more… The post 9to5Mac Happy Hour 436: Final iOS 17 wishes, Apple headset expectations, and new Mac rumors ahead of WWDC appeared first on 9to5Mac.