Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference is finally here, and WWDC 2026 is expected to bring some of the biggest software announcements of the year. The opening keynote takes place on Monday, June 8, where Apple will unveil the next generation of its operating systems, including iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27. Apple is also widely expected to share major updates related to Siri and Apple Intelligence.
If you’re planning to watch the event live, here’s everything you need to know about the start time and streaming options.
Apple has confirmed that the WWDC 2026 keynote begins at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) on Monday, June 8. The event will stream live from Apple Park in Cupertino, California.
WWDC 2026 Start Time in Major Time Zones
| Region | Time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | 10:00 a.m. |
| Mountain Time (MT) | 11:00 a.m. |
| Central Time (CT) | 12:00 p.m. |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 1:00 p.m. |
| United Kingdom (BST) | 6:00 p.m. |
| Central Europe (CEST) | 7:00 p.m. |
| India (IST) | 10:30 p.m. |
| China (CST) | 1:00 a.m. (June 9) |
| Japan (JST) | 2:00 a.m. (June 9) |
| Australia (AEST) | 3:00 a.m. (June 9) |
| New Zealand (NZST) | 5:00 a.m. (June 9) |
These times are based on Apple’s official keynote schedule.
Where to Watch the WWDC 2026 Keynote
Apple is making the keynote available across multiple platforms, making it easy to watch from almost any device.
You can tune in through:
The livestream will also be available for on-demand viewing after the event concludes
What to Expect at WWDC 2026
This year’s conference is expected to focus heavily on software and artificial intelligence. Rumors point to significant updates for Siri, deeper Apple Intelligence integration, and new features across Apple’s entire ecosystem. Developers are also expecting fresh tools, APIs, and platform enhancements that will shape upcoming apps and services.
While hardware announcements remain unlikely, Apple could still surprise viewers with previews of future technologies during the keynote.
WWDC 2026 Schedule at a Glance
- Apple Keynote: June 8, 10:00 a.m. PT
- Platforms State of the Union: June 8, 1:00 p.m. PT
- Developer Sessions: June 8 to June 12
Apple’s keynote traditionally serves as the biggest event of the week, offering the first look at features that will arrive on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Vision Pro later this year.
