WWDC 2022 announcements: iOS 16, iPadOS 16, WatchOS 9, MacOS Ventura, MacBook Air M2, and more

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Apple has finally kicked off the 2022 edition of its Worldwide Developers Conference. The main keynote of the conference, known as WWDC for short, will be streaming online, along with various breakout sessions, throughout the week.

The focus of the event was on the latest versions of Apple’s operating systems, including iOS, iPadOS, MacOS, and WatchOS, and tvOS. A new MacBook Air powered by an M2 processor also made an appearance.

WWDC is returning as an online forum for developers, and the first keynote was on June 6. Apple’s main keynote and Platforms State of the Union presentation will get all of the attention to start, and the livestream can be rewatched through Apple’s events page, as well as the company’s YouTube channel for those who didn’t catch it live.

Following the keynote, Apple says there will be plenty of breakout sessions that will be available to watch online and through Apple’s Developer app.

“This year’s program will also include more information sessions, more cutting-edge learning labs, more digital lounges to engage with attendees, and more localized content to make WWDC ’22 a truly global event,” the company said.

The keynote started at 10 a.m. PT and ran for two hours. The State of the Union is scheduled for 2 p.m. PT. Following that, Apple will also host its annual design awards at 5 p.m. PT.

Befitting the software that powers its marquee product, Apple opened up WWDC by announcing iOS 16, which boasts new personalization, customization, and powerful new productivity features.

The new iOS 16 lock screen, as previously reported, comes with new customizable styles. The company has added support for interactive lock screen widgets on iOS. You are now able to use widgets to view your calendar,