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technology1 year ago

Apple Vision Pro Triumphs as 2024's Top Innovation

Popular Science has named Apple's Vision Pro as the gadget of the year, highlighting its visual quality and seamless user interface as key factors. Despite its high price, the Vision Pro is praised for showcasing the potential of augmented reality (AR) with its 23-million-pixel screen and real-time integration of virtual and real-world views. The device is seen as a significant step in Apple's hardware strategy, with future iterations expected to enhance consumer accessibility. Additionally, the Oura Ring 4 was recognized as the best personal care device for its innovative design and functionality.

via 9to5Mac|
#apple#augmentedreality#gadgetoftheyear
technology1 year ago

Apple and Sony Collaborate on Vision Pro Gaming Controllers

Apple is reportedly collaborating with Sony to integrate PlayStation VR controllers with its Vision Pro headset, marking a potential shift towards gaming for Apple. This partnership aims to enhance the VR gaming experience on Vision Pro, which currently supports PlayStation 5 and Xbox controllers but lacks the precision needed for VR. Despite initial plans for an Apple-designed controller, the company abandoned the idea due to potential developer confusion and cost concerns. The move comes as Apple faces challenges with Vision Pro sales and considers a more affordable version to broaden its appeal.

via CNET|
#apple#gaming#sony
technology1 year ago

Apple and Sony Collaborate to Enhance Vision Pro with PSVR 2 Support

Apple's Vision Pro headsets have struggled to gain traction, with sales and usage falling short of expectations. To address this, Apple is reportedly collaborating with Sony to integrate PlayStation VR2 controllers with the Vision Pro. However, the headset's high price and lack of a compelling use case remain significant hurdles. While this partnership may enhance gaming capabilities, it is unlikely to resolve the broader challenges facing the Vision Pro, which is not primarily designed for gaming.

via Business Insider|
#apple#gaming#mixedreality
technology1 year ago

Apple and Sony Collaborate to Enhance Vision Pro with PSVR2 Controller Support

Apple is reportedly in talks with Sony to add support for PlayStation VR2 controllers to its Vision Pro mixed reality device, aiming to attract more gamers and developers. This move could enhance the device's appeal beyond its current focus on productivity and media consumption, potentially increasing its user base and making it more versatile for applications like Final Cut Pro and Adobe Photoshop.

via TechCrunch|
#apple#gaming#mixedreality
technology1 year ago

Apple and Sony Collaborate on Vision Pro Support for PSVR2 Controllers

Apple and Sony are reportedly collaborating to enable Sony's PSVR2 controllers to work with Apple's Vision Pro headset, potentially enhancing its gaming capabilities. The partnership, which was supposed to be announced weeks ago, would see Apple selling Sony's controllers, which are not currently available separately. This move could improve the Vision Pro's appeal for gaming and other applications like Final Cut Pro and Adobe Photoshop, although the impact on the platform's gaming ecosystem remains uncertain.

via The Verge|
#apple#psvr2#sony
technology1 year ago

Apple Vision Pro 2 to Launch with M5 Chip, Budget Models Delayed

Apple is reportedly delaying the launch of a cheaper Vision Pro headset, focusing instead on releasing the Vision Pro 2 in late 2025 or early 2026. The new model is expected to feature the same design but upgraded internals, including the M5 chip, which promises better performance and power efficiency. Despite the high price, Apple aims to make the headset more future-proof, potentially aligning its release with new Macs featuring the M5 chip. The decision to delay a cheaper version suggests Apple is prioritizing performance enhancements over cost reduction for now.

via Wccftech|
#apple#m5chip#mixedreality
technology2 years ago

"Apple Vision Pro Set for February Launch as Retail Prepares for 'Imminent' Release"

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple may announce its new Vision Pro mixed reality headset within the next week, potentially aligning with CES 2024, despite Apple not participating in the event. The headset has started shipping to US warehouses, and Apple store employees are scheduled for a significant meeting and training sessions, indicating an "imminent rollout" of the product in the US, with other regions to follow.

via Engadget|
##apple#ces2024
technology2 years ago

"Apple Vision Pro Set for February Launch Amidst Rumors and Retail Preparations"

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple's new product, the Vision Pro, is on track for a February launch, with units already shipping to US distribution warehouses. Apple retail employees are undergoing sales training at Apple Park, and extended training sessions are scheduled for late January. The device, priced at $3499+, will initially be available exclusively in the US, with plans for a later release in China, Canada, and the UK. An official announcement is expected soon, potentially timed to overshadow CES news.

via 9to5Mac|
##apple#markgurman
technology2 years ago

"Apple's Vision Pro: Launch Insights, iOS Updates, and Market Face-Off"

Apple is rumored to launch its Vision Pro headset by the end of January 2024, while facing issues with the iOS 17.3 beta update causing boot loops, leading to its temporary withdrawal. The company broke a 12-year tradition by not releasing a new iPad in 2023 but is expected to update the iPad lineup in 2024. Leaks suggest the iPhone 16 Pro models will have larger displays and a new Capture button, and the iPhone 17 is rumored to feature a 24MP front-facing camera. Additionally, Apple continues to sell some older and obscure products.

via MacRumors|
##apple#ios173
technology2 years ago

"Apple Vision Pro: The Future of Multitasking and AI in January 2024"

Apple may launch its new AR/VR headset, the Vision Pro, by the end of January, marking its entry into spatial computing at a price of $3,500. Software updates including iOS 17.3, iPadOS 17.3, tvOS 17.3, and macOS Sonoma 14.3 are expected, with iOS 17.3 featuring a new Stolen Device Protection. Apple TV+ releases are sparse this month, with highlights including "Criminal Record," "Killers of the Flower Moon," and "Masters of the Air." Apple Arcade will add new games such as Blackjack by MobilityWare+, Cornsweeper, and Tamagotchi Adventure Kingdom. If the Vision Pro doesn't launch, it will be a slow month for Apple releases.

via Macworld|
##apple#applearcade
technology2 years ago

"Qualcomm Unveils Next-Gen XR2 Plus Chip to Power High-Resolution AR, Rivaling Apple's Vision Pro"

Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon XR2 Plus Gen 2 chipset, designed to deliver higher-resolution visuals for virtual reality, competing with Apple's Vision Pro. The new chipset supports 4.3K resolution at 90fps per eye and integrates 12 cameras for advanced tracking capabilities. It boasts a 15% increase in GPU and 20% increase in CPU frequencies over its predecessor. Qualcomm is collaborating with multiple hardware makers, including HTC, and leveraging its partnerships with Samsung and Google, though release details remain unclear. The tech community anticipates further announcements at the upcoming Samsung Unpacked event.

via The Verge|
##qualcomm#snapdragonxr2plusgen2
technology2 years ago

"Apple's Vision Pro Patent Unveils Innovative External Display and 'EyeSight' Communication Features"

Apple, under the influence of former design lead Jony Ive, patented various concepts for the outer display of its Vision Pro headset, which is primarily an augmented reality (AR) device. The headset's EyeSight feature allows for the display of the user's eyes or abstract patterns to indicate the user's engagement level, promoting human connection as per Apple's AR philosophy. While additional patented ideas suggest more specific indicators of what the user is doing, it's believed that Apple has likely rejected these in favor of privacy and simplicity, sticking to a basic available/unavailable indicator. The release date of Vision Pro remains unknown.

via 9to5Mac|
##apple#augmentedreality
technology2 years ago

"Apple's Vision Pro Set for Late January Launch with Promising Upgrades"

Apple's highly anticipated Vision Pro headset is reported to launch in the last week of January, with speculations pointing to January 27. This information comes from a Chinese investor news service, despite Apple's history of not releasing products on weekends, suggesting a possible U.S. release on January 26. The company is ensuring its visionOS is fully operational after recent iOS 17 issues. While Apple has not confirmed the date, the report aligns with predictions from industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

via Wccftech|
##apple#headsetrelease
technology2 years ago

"Vision Pro: Jony Ive's Concept for Enhanced Zoom Vision with Stylish Sunglasses"

Apple has been granted a patent, with Jony Ive listed as an inventor, for a head-mounted display that features an external screen capable of showing various images, including what the wearer is seeing inside the device. This could range from showing the wearer's eyes to displaying weather or even Zoom icons. While these features may inform the design of Apple's Vision Pro headset, it's uncertain if they will be implemented or how effective they will be in practice. The Vision Pro is expected to launch soon, but it remains to be seen how the EyeSight display will be received by users and observers.

via The Verge|
##apple#headmounteddisplay