Apple rumoured to take a gradual in-store, rollout strategy for the Vision Pro

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Apple's Vision Pro headset will reportedly launch in the US with in-store appointments and a head-scanning app. The mixed reality device will cost USD 3,500 and will be available in select Apple Stores in early 2024. Apple is also expected to expand its international availability later that year, starting with Canada and UK. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the company will adopt a gradual rollout strategy that resembles how it introduced the Apple Watch in 2015.

Customers who want to buy the Vision Pro will need to make an appointment at an Apple Store that has a designated area for demos and fittings. There, they will be able to try the device and get the right accessories, such as a light seal, a head strap, and optional prescription lenses. Apple will also ask them to provide their eyeglass prescriptions and use an iPhone app and a physical machine to scan their heads to ensure a snug fit and a clear view.

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Report: Apple doesn't plan to support VR game controllers on the Vision Pro

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Apple’s Vision Pro, the company’s first VR headset, was announced at WWDC without much emphasis on gaming. Unlike other VR headsets, Vision Pro does not support any VR game controllers—either from Apple or third parties. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that Apple is betting on hand and eye tracking as the primary input methods for Vision Pro. He says Apple tried a finger-worn device and third-party VR controllers but opted for a simpler solution.

Gurman also claims that Apple is not planning to add VR game controller support anytime soon despite feedback from developers and gamers. Apple did show some gaming capabilities for Vision Pro at WWDC, such as playing games from Apple Arcade like NBA 2K in a 2D visionOS window with a PlayStation DualSense controller.

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Casetify reveals Bounce Vision accessories for Apple’s Vision Pro

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Casetify has revealed its lineup of accessories for Apple’s first Spatial Computing device, Apple Vision Pro. The lineup is called Bounce Vision and includes headbands, protective bumper-style cases for the external display, neck straps, and cushions for the eyepiece. It'll join the lineup of Casetify's existing Bounce range, known for professional-grade drop protection for personal gadgets.

The products will become available within the same release window as Apple Vision Pro—early 2024. As with other Casefity products, you can choose from different colours and designs or upload your own designs. Casetify says it will explore more accessory options prioritizing protection, comfort, and style. You can expect more information as the launch of the Apple Vision Pro nears.

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What is the USB-C adapter on Apple’s Vision Pro headset?

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Apple’s Vision Pro headset has a mysterious USB-C adapter on the right side, as seen in the Platforms State of the Union video for developers. Some people on social media have speculated about its function, but there is no clear answer yet.

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