The Wait is Over: Apple's Vision Pro Launches Feb 2!

Apple's highly anticipated Vision Pro headset is set to release on February 2 in the United States, available for pre-order at $3,499.

The mixed-reality device marks Apple's first major product launch since the introduction of the Apple Watch in 2015.

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Initially revealed in June 2023, the headset faced production challenges, with Apple reportedly reducing its production forecast from one million units to 400,000 in 2024.

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US customers can pre-order the device from mid-January, while a UK launch date has not yet been specified.

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The headset offers 256GB of storage and features eye-tracking technology designed to function with a single dominant eye for users with partial vision.

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Apple instructs developers to brand their apps as "spatial computing," avoiding terms like augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), extended reality (XR), or mixed reality (MR).

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A promotional trailer has been released, evoking the excitement reminiscent of the 2007 iPhone launch.

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Apple emphasizes gesture control, with a single button for familiar app icons and a dial to adjust the level of immersion, making it a minimalist yet immersive experience.

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Despite a potential multi-billion dollar market, the high price tag positions the device as a luxury item, possibly limiting widespread adoption.

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