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Tim Cook, nearing his CEO transition, introduces incoming CEO John Ternus to Pikachu at Apple Park. A video shows Pikachu roaming the campus, dancing under the rainbow arch, and picking an apple as the two leaders discuss gaming with the Pokémon team. The visit’s purpose isn’t explained, but Cook had previously met Pikachu in Tokyo in 2025, and Pokémon games remain available on Apple platforms.
Apple is preparing for a September iPhone event (likely Sept. 8 or 9) to debut the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and an all‑new foldable iPhone. Ahead of the event, Apple is running an Event Support Experience Program lottery for U.S. retail employees to travel to Apple Park to staff the in‑person media gathering, including check‑in, directions, and security support. Applicants can enter until Aug. 8, with winners notified on Aug. 17; travel and lodging are covered for invited staff. Employees who attended WWDC or the 2025 iPhone launch are not eligible.
Apple Intelligence head John Giannandrea, who joined Apple in 2018, has largely been in an advisory role since his retirement was announced in 2025, with AI responsibilities redistributed to executives like Federighi, Cue, and Khan. Bloomberg reports his contract stock options vest around April 15, 2026, and he is expected to exit Apple Park around that date as his role winds down.
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says Apple’s 50th-anniversary finale will be a private, employee-only celebration at Apple Park with a guest performer (likely Paul McCartney); the Apple Park Visitor Center closes early, and there’s no public component expected, with the milestone on April 1 and the exact date of the finale unclear (March 31 or April 1).
Apple is prepping an elaborate 50th-anniversary celebration at Apple Park, with Bloomberg's Mark Gurman describing it as a grand party and signaling hardware chief John Ternus could be center stage; the event is expected around Apple’s April 1 birthday, with unclear visibility for the public and prior global celebrations including Alicia Keys performances.
Apple is set to announce four new iPhone 17 models, along with new Apple Watches and possibly AirPods Pro 3, at its 'Awe Dropping' event at Apple Park, with live updates and coverage from Gizmodo editors.
Apple has announced its September 9th, 2024 event at the Steve Jobs Theater, where it is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 lineup, including a new 'iPhone 17 Air' with a camera bar and thinner design, along with updates on iOS 26 and AI features.
Apple will host an in-person special event at Apple Park for select developers and students during WWDC 2024, with a keynote viewing party, new programming, and activities. Attendees will be selected through a lottery process, and eligible individuals can register on Apple's developer website. The event will take place from June 10 to June 14, and those not selected can watch the keynote online. Additionally, iOS 18 is rumored to offer more customizable home screen app icon arrangement.
Apple has announced that its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 will take place from June 10 through June 14, featuring the reveal of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, tvOS 18, macOS 15, and visionOS 2. The event will be free for all developers online, with access to online sessions and labs showcasing the latest software advancements. A special in-person event will also be held at Apple Park, with limited space available through a lottery system. Additionally, the winners of the Swift Student Challenge will be revealed on March 28, with selected winners receiving invitations to Cupertino for a three-day experience.
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) will take place online from June 10 through 14, 2024, with a special in-person event at Apple Park on the opening day. The conference will feature the latest advancements in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS, and provide developers with access to Apple experts, new tools, and frameworks. Additionally, the Swift Student Challenge will support the next generation of developers, with winners eligible to apply for an in-person experience at Apple Park.
Apple has added two new structures inside and outside of Apple Park to showcase its new products, including the highly-anticipated mixed-reality headset, during WWDC. One building is likely to be a product demonstration area, while the other may provide shade for in-person attendees during the keynote. Apple is expected to unveil its rumored headset and Mac updates at these structures after the keynote.
New drone footage of Apple Park shows a special demo area dedicated to Apple's forthcoming Reality Pro headset, which is reportedly being showcased at this year's WWDC 2023. The footage also reveals a shaded viewing area for the keynote, located on the opposite side of campus towards the Apple Park Visitor Center.
Apple is sending out emails to developers who have been selected to attend the special WWDC viewing event at the Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California. Attendees are selected based on a random lottery system, with Apple Developer Program members, prior-year Swift Student Challenge winners, and Apple Entrepreneur Camp alumni eligible to enter. Developers and students selected to attend will be able to visit the Apple Park campus on Monday, June 5, and enjoy activities into the evening. Invitations are non-transferable, and Apple is not providing travel or accommodations.