(Image credit: Getty Images) With WWDC 2026 set to kick off on June 8 , it could be one of the most pivotal moments for Apple for a number of reasons. Software has always been a big focus for the developers conference and it’ll certainly be the case here, especially when it centers around Apple Intelligence. Despite the launch of the iPhone 17 lineup and iOS 26 last fall, Apple Intelligence didn’t quite get as much attention. But that could change with WWDC 2026, where we could finally get the Gemini-powered Siri that's so eagerly anticipated. And with Tim Cook handing over the reins to John Ternus in September, this could be the last time Cook helms an Apple event. Article continues below WWDC 2026 expected announcements Previews for the latest iterations s of iOS, macOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS and visionOS software New Gemini-powered Siri assistant More Apple Intelligence features ‘Charismatic’ smart home OS Touchscreen support for macOS WWDC 2026: When is it?…