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 an official launch set for Friday, November 15.
Known as Apple’s first spatial computer, the Vision Pro merges digital content with the real world, changing how users interact with work, entertainment, and more.
What’s Inside?
At the heart of the Apple Vision Pro is visionOS, a new operating system that allows users to navigate their surroundings using eye movements, hand gestures, and voice commands.
This interface moves apps away from traditional screens, enabling users to engage with them at any size, creating a fully immersive and customizable workspace. Visual “Environments,” like the peaceful landscapes of Bora Bora and Yosemite, offer a focused experience free from distractions.
The Vision Pro works seamlessly with other Apple devices and services, letting users connect their iPhones, iPads, and Macs easily. Users can wirelessly access their Mac through Mac Virtual Display, creating a broad and integrated work environment.
Apps and Experiences
The App Store now features over 2,500 apps made for Apple Vision Pro, in addition to 1.5 million compatible iPhone and iPad apps. The Vision Pro enhances productivity and collaboration with popular apps like Microsoft 365, Webex, and Zoom, providing expanded workspaces and support for Bluetooth accessories.
Vision Pro also brings Apple Immersive Video, a new storytelling format featuring 3D 8K video and Spatial Audio, accessible through the Apple TV app. With top regional streaming services like Apple TV+, MUBI, and OSN+, Vision Pro acts as a personal cinema, offering a vast library of 3D movies and immersive experiences.
Gaming and Sports
Gamers can access thousands of titles, including Apple Arcade games tailored for spatial computing and immersive experiences like Vacation Simulator. The Vision Pro’s eye and hand-tracking technology delivers a truly unique gaming experience. Sports fans can view real-time stats, live object mapping, and Multiview in the Apple TV app, allowing up to five games to be watched at once.
The Vision Pro’s ultra-high-resolution display system uses micro-OLED technology, boasting over 23 million pixels across two screens, surpassing 4K TVs. Powered by the M2 and R1 Apple chips, the Vision Pro quickly processes input from cameras, sensors, and microphones for an incredibly responsive experience.
Privacy and Sustainability
Apple Vision Pro includes top-notch security features, such as Optic ID, which scans the user’s iris for unlocking and payments, keeping data safe. Accessibility options like VoiceOver, Switch Control, and Guided Access are included, letting users choose their preferred input methods.
Designed sustainably, the Vision Pro meets high energy efficiency standards, using recycled rare earth elements, tin, and gold. With fiber-based packaging, Apple aims to eliminate all plastics from packaging by 2025.
Pricing and Availability
The Vision Pro starts at Dh13,999 and comes in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB options. Customers can buy it online, through the Apple Store app, or at Apple Store locations. In-person demos lasting 30 minutes will also be available.
