What to expect at WWDC22

June 04, 2022

Some people don't get too excited about the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference -- the event's name does sound kind of dry, TBH.

But if you're an Apple fan, you really should get stoked for the annual event. This year's version kicks off Monday with a keynote, during which Apple execs will lay out the company's grand plans for the future.

We usually don't see new hardware at WWDC, which inevitably leaves some gear hounds disappointed. However, we definitely do get an advance look -- straight from the horse's mouth -- at how all our Apple gear will be transformed by software in the very near future.

Our top post this week is an updated version of what we expect to see from WWDC22. And if you're as excited about Apple's future as we are, don't miss our post on how to watch the WWDC22 keynote live.

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– Lewis Wallace, managing editor

News and opinion

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How-tos

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Dedicated to keeping your old phone working until the iPhone 14 models arrive? Need to free up space on a spare device to install the anticipated developer beta? Whatever the case, here's how to clear storage on your iPhone and iPad.

A good way to separate your data is to partition your Mac hard drive. A partition splits your storage into two spaces, like putting a trunk divider in your car. The most common use case is to install a second operating system on the same computer. Here's how to do it.

Deals

We see all kinds of battery packs, but few as innovative as the Chrger Porta. Like most of them, it can restore your drained iPhone. But this pocket-size power source also comes with a special compartment for charging straight-stem AirPods and a built-in puck for an Apple Watch.

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The Premium Microsoft Office Training Bundle can set you up for ultimate workplace success. It comes with all the software — either the Professional Suite for Windows or the Home and Business Suite for Mac — plus courses that will make you a Microsoft Office wizard.

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Reviews

Apple TV+ just fired up another season of Physical, its antisocial character study about a would-be aerobics instructor/grifter/star. Let’s see if the show learned anything from season one’s imbalances and split-personality disorder.

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There are loads of Safari web extensions in the App Store, all of which pimp out Apple’s mobile browser in interesting and exciting ways. But the very best Safari web extension is called Noir. This must-have extension brings Dark Mode support to every website you visit. Here’s why you should download it immediately.

Until recently, people carried around separate chargers for every device. (Some folks still do.) But if you’re on the go, wouldn’t it be better to bring one small power source and a few cables? With compact and potent gallium nitride chargers, you can — if yours has the requisite power and ports

Setups

When we find a great computer setup featuring an exciting new 16-inch M1 Max MacBook Pro splitting time with an Xbox on a 40-inch, curved ultra-wide display, we’ve just got to talk about it.

These days, more people than ever use multiple computers. The owner of this setup does. And they switch between the two machines, which use the same external display, with the simple press of a button.

This setup belongs to a UI designer who ditched a gaming PC and got himself a Mac Studio and Studio Display to go with his work-provided MacBook Pro. And that was just the start.