Earlier this week, Apple opened the doors for developers to apply for exclusive Vision Pro workshops. These one-day events are geared towards providing developers with the opportunity to evaluate and refine their applications for compatibility with the Apple Vision Pro platform.
The revelation of Vision Pro, Apple’s highly-anticipated mixed-reality headset, was made on June 5, 2023, sparking a vibrant discussion in the developer circles. Learn more about Vision Pro.
A pressing issue on the minds of many developers is the compatibility of their existing applications with VisionOS, the newly minted operating system crafted specifically for the Vision Pro.
To address these concerns, Apple has set up these hands-on workshops to give developers a chance to see their applications in action on the new operating system. The interactive labs are scheduled to take place throughout August and will be hosted in multiple cities including Cupertino, London, Munich, Tokyo, and Singapore.
Select developers received direct invitations via email to participate in these workshops, while others interested in this unique opportunity are required to apply. Eligible applicants must be at least 18 years old and currently working on an app for iOS, iPadOS, or visionOS.
Apple is pulling out all the stops to ensure that the Vision Pro makes a successful debut. Yet, opinions are divided about whether this mixed-reality headset will be the next big thing. There’s a camp that believes Apple will yet again redefine the technological landscape, while detractors view the headset as a misstep.
Compared to the mobility and indispensability of iPhones, AirPods, and iPads, skeptics argue that a bulky headset may end up being more of a novelty than a necessity, destined to be tucked away and forgotten after the initial excitement wears off.
Still, Apple’s knack for creating groundbreaking technology cannot be underestimated. However, with a price tag of $3500, Vision Pro has a lot to prove—it needs to do more than impress; it must be truly transformative.
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