Apple’s biggest event of the year, WWDC 2023, is just around the corner. Happening on June 5, this edition will be focused on both software and hardware, where the company is likely to demonstrate the features and capabilities of iOS 17, watchOS 10, and macOS 14 to the world.
Furthermore, the company is also reported to unveil a plethora of hardware products, including its first mixed reality headset, a 15-inch MacBook Air, Mac Pro, and a lot more at its annual developers’ conference.
Let’s take a look at some of the prominent hardware products that could go official at WWDC 2023.
Image from WWDC 2022
Apple’s AR/VR headsets (RealityPro)
Apple’s seven years of hard work might finally come to fruition with the launch of its first mixed-reality headset at WWDC 2023. While the company has never really confirmed its existence in any way, a lot of leaks and speculations do hint towards Apple’s next big product — RealityPro.
Apple’s RealityPro is reported to be a premium device, costing upwards of $3000 and is said to be one of the most advanced wearables. It is even reported to include two high-resolution 4K screens, cutting-edge Apple Silicon, 12 GB of RAM, 512 GB of internal storage, and is said to run on the new xrOS with support for iPad apps.
The device is also said to deliver both AR and VR experiences with an option to seamlessly switch between the two. Plus, reports also indicate that Apple has built a special experience zone at Apple Park to demonstrate the features and capabilities of the RealityPro headset post the unveil.
MacBook Air powered by M2
15-inch MacBook Air
The new 15-inch MacBook Air is likely to be another important hardware announcement that Apple could make at WWDC 2023. Since its origin, the MacBook Air has always been a small and compact notebook and is also one of the most popular Macs across the world , and Apple could finally showcase the biggest MacBook Air boasting a 15-inch screen at WWDC 2023.
In terms of form factor, the 15-inch MacBook Air is said to resemble the current M2 MacBook Air and is likely to offer similar features and capabilities and is said to be powered by the same M2 processor. With a bigger display and possibly a slightly larger battery, the 15-inch MacBook Air is likely to offer more performance and battery life when compared to the current models, and it could also carry a slightly more expensive price tag.
Mac Studio teardown suggests an upgradable SSD. (Image credit: Apple)
MacStudio
When Apple originally announced the Mac Studio, it took everyone by storm by offering desktop computer-like performance in a compact form factor. The upcoming Mac Studio is likely to take the performance envelope to the next level with M2 Max and M2 Ultra processors with up to 24 CPU cores, 60 GPU cores, and up to 192 GB of unified memory, which could easily make it the most popular mini-sized computer.
Again, in terms of form factor, the Mac Studio is likely to resemble its predecessors, with performance being the primary differentiator. Apple has even confirmed a trade-in program for the Mac Studio, which further indicates that the new Mac Studio is on its way.
Mac Pro
Mac Pro is another ambitious product from Apple, and it is also the last Mac that is yet to receive an Apple Silicon makeover. Earlier reports suggested that Apple is working on an M2 Extreme chip. However, more recent reports indicate that the Mac Pro might feature an M2 Ultra processor. Unlike the Mac Studio with Apple Silicon, the Mac Pro is likely to get support for user-expandable storage and memory.
