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Apple's WWDC: A History of Game-Changing Moments
7 Jun
Summary
- WWDC hosted major announcements like the Mac's Intel chip switch in 2005.
- Tim Cook revealed the Vision Pro at WWDC in 2023.
- Steve Jobs' return in 1997 transformed WWDC into a tech showcase.
The Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) has a storied past, hosting significant moments in Apple's history. Its origins trace back to a secretive 1983 event that previewed the Apple Lisa.
However, it was after Steve Jobs' 1997 return that WWDC truly began its transformation into the prominent software and technology showcase it is recognized as today. Notable past events include Jobs' 2005 announcement regarding the transition of Macs to Intel chips.
More recently, in 2023, Tim Cook used the WWDC stage to introduce the groundbreaking Vision Pro. Cook is preparing to host his final WWDC on June 8, 2026, before handing leadership to John Ternus.