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Most Apple Vision Pro apps to run repurposed iPad versions without redesign
Some developers want to wait to see how successful the Vision Pro headset is before committing to a new application, analysts said
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Vision Pro global debut before Apple's annual developers conference: Report
Priced at $3,499, Apple Vision Pro will be available for pre-orders starting today in the US from 5AM Pacific Time
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Apple Vision Pro to debut with over 150 3D movies from Disney and others
The Vision Pro is now available for pre-order in the US with sale kicking off from February 2. Ahead of the launch, Apple previewed the entertainment experiences launching with the mixed-reality heads
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Apple to host 25-min in-store demo sessions with Vision Pro buyers: Report
The Apple Vision Pro in-store tutorial for consumers will include scanning users face and glasses to identify the best fit for the session, said Mark Gurman in his newsletter on Bloomberg
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Apple to put up on sale limited Vision Pro headsets at Feb 2 launch: Report
The Vision Pro headset will be available for pre-orders in the US starting January 19 with availability starting from February 2, announced Apple earlier this month
CES 2024: Asus joins eyewear tech race, unveils AirVision M1 smart glasses
The Asus AirVision M1 is not a standalone device, but a peripheral that connects with a range of devices with support for DisplayPort Alt mode over USB-C
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Apple's Vision Pro augmented-reality headset will go on sale from Feb 2
Vision Pro is Apple's most expensive bet since the launch of the iPhone more than a decade ago
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Vistara plans to use virtual, augmented reality technologies for training
The full service carrier, which will complete nine years of flying on January 9, is already using chatbots to address customer queries
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On-device AI to affordable foldables: Consumer technology outlook for 2024
Here are the trends that would likely shape the consumer technology space in 2024
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Apple ramps up Vision Pro production, plans February launch: Report
Announced in June this year, the Vision Pro is expected to be available by early 2024 in the US at $3,499
Meta brings AI visual identification feature to Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses
When AI is prompted with queries about the surrounding visuals, the glasses clicks and sends a picture to Meta's cloud to be processed with AI
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Meta, Karnataka government collaborate for online safety training
Under the online safety initiative, young people (18-24 years) from 100 colleges and universities across the State will receive digital awareness training
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Apple working on affordable second-gen Vision Pro headset lineup: Report
Apple is also reportedly planning to develop AR glasses similar to Meta's Smart Glasses, which were announced earlier this year
Apple pushes Vision Pro launch date to March, needs further testing: Report
Apple Vision Pro headset's complex internal design has forced Apple to make drastic cuts to its production forecast
Samsung to debut Apple Vision Pro headset's competitor in late 2024: Report
Samsung is reportedly working on a mixed-reality headset, which is expected to debut with its 2024 foldable devices in July or August
Google resumes work on AR Iris glasses with built-in assistant: Report
The Iris glasses would be highly integrated with Google Assistant, which might work with gesture controls besides voice
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Apple working on a cheaper Vision Pro powered by iPhone-grade chip: Report
The affordable version of Vision Pro might get a lower resolution display, less cameras and no external display
Meta to lay off employees in metaverse-oriented silicon unit today
The FAST unit, which has roughly 600 employees, worked on developing custom chips to equip Meta's devices to perform unique tasks and operate more efficiently
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Apple forced to make cuts to Vision Pro's production forecasts: Report
Both projections imply a significant cut to production from an earlier internal sales target of 1 million units of the headset in the first 12 months
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A new reality
Apple's latest gadget will have to prove its utility
