Apple Watch to be Highlighted at WWDC 2023

Apple is getting ready for its eagerly awaited yearly developer event, WWDC 2023, which is set to occur on June 5 at Apple Park in Cupertino. The main focus will be on revealing the newest software updates for Apple’s various devices, such as the iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. While everyone has been anticipating the release of iOS 17, there are also other anticipated announcements regarding supplementary software updates. One of the updates that is getting the most attention is watchOS 10, which Apple is expected to unveil with significant new features.

A recent report by renowned Bloomberg analyst Mark Gurman revealed some interesting insights into what watchOS 10 has in store for us. One notable discovery is the inclusion of widget support, which marks a key change in the software. As we eagerly await more information from Apple, let’s dive into the rumored features and improvements we can expect from watchOS 10.

Apple plans to make widgets a central and prominent feature in watchOS 10, making them the most important update since the program’s inception, according to 9to5Mac. Some other reports also indicate that Apple is working on fundamental changes to how the device works, with a particular focus on widgets.

Interestingly, Gurman’s sources indicate that Apple may be bringing back widgets to watchOS that were previously removed to emphasize notifications and multitasking features. Although Apple has yet to release any official information, Gurman’s track record of leaking news about Apple lends credence to these predictions.

According to Gurman, watchOS 10 revolves around a comprehensive widget system. This upcoming system for Apple Watch combines parts of the old Glances system with iOS 14 widgets. Users can expect the ability to scroll through a group of widgets, similar to the iOS and iPadOS widget stack feature. The new interface works as an overlay on top of any watch face, reminiscent of the Siri watch interface introduced in watchOS 4.

In addition, Gurman revealed that Apple is experimenting with redefining the functionality of some Apple Watch buttons. In the next version of WatchOS, pressing the Digital Crown button can open widgets instead of launching the home screen.

While no other details about watchOS 10 features have been revealed, an official announcement is just around the corner as Apple prepares to roll out the update in June.

The new watchOS is expected to be available for supported devices in the second half of the year, and will likely be released shortly after the iPhone 15 launch.