Apple has revealed that its innovative spatial computing device, the Apple Vision Pro, will be available for pre-order in the UAE starting Monday, November 4, with the official launch scheduled for Friday, November 15. As Apple's first spatial computer, the Vision Pro merges digital content with the physical world, revolutionizing user interactions across various domains including work and entertainment.
At the heart of the Apple Vision Pro is visionOS, a groundbreaking operating system that enables users to navigate their surroundings through eye movements, hand gestures, and voice commands. This interface liberates applications from conventional screens, allowing users to engage with them at any scale, resulting in a deeply immersive and customizable workspace. Visual 'Environments' such as the tranquil landscapes of Bora Bora and Yosemite offer a focused, distraction-free experience.
The Vision Pro's ecosystem is closely integrated with other Apple devices and services, facilitating seamless work across iPhones, iPads, and Macs. Users can wirelessly project their Mac onto the Vision Pro via Mac Virtual Display, creating an expansive and unified work environment. The App Store now features over 2,500 apps specifically tailored for the Vision Pro, alongside 1.5 million iPhone and iPad apps that are fully compatible. Productivity and collaboration are enhanced with top apps from Microsoft 365, Webex, and Zoom, offering features such as expanded workspaces and compatibility with Bluetooth accessories.
Vision Pro also introduces Apple Immersive Video, a novel storytelling format with 3D 8K video and Spatial Audio, accessible through the Apple TV app. With regional streaming services like Apple TV+, MUBI, and OSN+ at their fingertips, users can enjoy an extensive library of 3D movies and immersive experiences. Gamers can select from thousands of titles, including Apple Arcade games optimized for spatial computing and immersive games like Vacation Simulator. The Vision Pro's hand and eye-tracking technology provide a unique gaming experience. Sports enthusiasts can benefit from real-time stats, live object mapping, and Multiview in the Apple TV app, which allows up to five games to be viewed simultaneously.
The Vision Pro's ultra-high-resolution display system employs micro-OLED technology, delivering over 23 million pixels across two displays, surpassing the quality of a 4K TV. Powered by the M2 and R1 Apple silicon chips, Vision Pro processes inputs from cameras, sensors, and microphones to create a highly responsive experience. Privacy is a priority with industry-leading security features such as Optic ID, which scans the user's iris for unlocking, payments, and more, ensuring data privacy. Accessibility options like VoiceOver, Switch Control, and Guided Access are integrated, allowing users to customize input methods. Crafted sustainably, the Vision Pro meets high standards of energy efficiency, using recycled rare earth elements, tin, and gold. Apple's commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated with fiber-based packaging, aiming to eliminate plastics from all packaging by 2025.
Priced starting at Dh13,999, the Vision Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB options. Customers can purchase it online, through the Apple Store app, or at Apple Store locations. In-person 30-minute demos will also be available.
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