Unless you are a tech hermit, you'd probably know that Apple is holding its WWDC 2026 keynote address today at 01:00 p.m. ET. And, we've covered all of the bases for you here, replete with instructions on how to tune in, things to look out for, and to satiate your curiosity, the content of this year's swag bags.
Here's how you can tune in to watch the keynote address livestream
As always, YouTube is your most convenient shot at watching the WWDC keynote address live, especially as the app is available across a range of devices and ecosystems.
Even so, you can watch the livestream via a compatible iPhone, Mac, iPad, or Vision Pro by opening this link in the native Safari browser. Your iPhone should be running iOS 10 or later, and the Mac needs to have the macOS Sierra 10.12 or a newer version installed.
You can also watch the address on a Windows 10/11 PC by opening this link via the Edge browser. Chrome and Firefox browsers might also be able to play the livestream provided that MSE, H.264, and AAC codecs/extensions are already installed.
Other than the Apple Developer app and the corresponding website, a fun way to watch the WWDC 2026 keynote address is via the Apple TV app on your iPhone, Mac, iPad, Vision Pro headset, or Apple TV devices. Simply open the app, search or scroll down the 'Watch Now' category, and click on WWDC 2026.
Swag bag contents
And, just in case you were wondering, Apple's Little Finder Guy has made it to this year's Swag Bag in the form of a cutesy pin, joining three others: the Apple skull and crossbones, an Apple 50 pin, and Clarius the Dogcow.
The black tote bag, emblazoned with the WWDC 2026 logo, also contains a water bottle and a selection of stickers.
Things to watch out for in the WWDC 2026 keynote address
This year's WWDC is significant due to a number of factors. Firstly, this is Tim Cook's last developer-focused keynote address in his capacity as Apple's CEO, with John Ternus slated to occupy the apex post on September 01.
Secondly, the all-new Siri is likely to land in its beta form this September, which means Apple will in all likelihood gate its access via a waitlist.
Thirdly, Apple has been yearning to launch a number of new products, including a range of home devices. However, the Cupertino-based tech giant has been forced to delay its planned rollout of these devices to secure an alignment with the debut of the new Siri and the enhanced productivity that it brings. Even so, Apple might give us a glimpse of these products at today's keynote address.
Finally, do note that macOS 27 will only go live on devices that bear an Apple silicon, ending active support for Intel chips.
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