Apple has just announced its Worldwide Developers Conference, which will take place from June 5-9, 2023. This year’s conference will include a “special in-person experience” at Apple Park, where the highly anticipated Reality Pro headset is rumored to make its debut.
Sources close to the company have revealed that Apple plans to showcase its advanced extended reality headset at the event. It is expected to raise the bar for virtual and augmented reality wearables, and will likely be called either Reality Pro or Reality One, based on recent trademark filings. The headset is rumored to be priced at $3,000, which would make the “Pro” label fitting. However, as these are still just rumors, there is a chance that Apple may delay the announcement, particularly in light of lukewarm reactions among employees.
While WWDC is primarily focused on operating system updates, Apple may make hardware developer kits available to developers in some cases. For example, during WWDC 2020, Apple offered an Apple Silicon Mac mini in advance of the fall release of the M1 chip. Attendees interested in being there in person can submit a request on Apple’s developer website until April 4, with selection determined randomly.
In addition to the expected announcement of the Reality Pro headset, WWDC 2023 will also feature updates on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS, with keynote highlights on June 5 and ongoing discussions throughout the following days.
If the Reality Pro is indeed showcased at WWDC 2023, it could be a defining moment for Apple, as rumors suggest that the mixed reality headset will either be a game-changer or a disappointment. Regardless, Apple is sure to maintain its cool during the event, with its reputation potentially at stake in the days that follow.
For those unable to attend the event in person, Apple will be live-streaming the June 5 keynote on its website. As more details and rumors emerge in the coming weeks, stay tuned for further updates.
