WWDC 2024: Apple’s Vision Pro will be Available Globally from June 28

Apple has announced that its Vision Pro device will be available for pre-order in new countries beginning June 14. Customers in China mainland, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore can pre-order the device on that date. Additionally, Customers in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the U.S. can pre-order on June 28.

Why the Apple Vision Pro?

The Vision Pro merges digital content with the physical world, offering spatial experiences for work, collaboration, and entertainment. Apple CEO Tim Cook expressed enthusiasm about introducing spatial computing to more customers worldwide.

Powered by visionOS, the Vision Pro allows users to navigate the device with their eyes, hands, and voice. It features a three-dimensional user interface and an infinite canvas for apps to appear side by side. Users can interact with apps by looking at them and tapping their fingers together or using voice commands and a virtual keyboard.

The device supports immersive environments and integrates with Apple's ecosystem of hardware, software, and services. The App Store now offers over 2,000 apps designed for the Vision Pro and over 1.5 million compatible iOS and iPadOS apps.

Versatile Applications

The Vision Pro caters to business, productivity, streaming, sports viewing, gaming, creativity, and storytelling. Apps from major sports leagues, streaming services, and gaming platforms are available. Users can access thousands of games, including titles from Apple Arcade. The Vision Pro also introduces new design apps and immersive storytelling experiences.

The device aims to transform how people work, collaborate, connect, and enjoy entertainment. Customers in new regions will soon experience its capabilities. Apple has launched the Vision Pro headset, featuring powerful storytelling, including "What If...? An Immersive Story" from Marvel Studios and ILM Immersive.

Business and Healthcare Integration

Businesses across industries are adopting the Vision Pro, with over half of the Fortune 100 companies using it. The device is used for collaborating on 3D designs, specialized employee training, and guiding remote fieldwork. In healthcare, it aids in clinical education, surgical planning, medical imaging, and behavioral health.

Advanced Technology and Design

The headset features an ultra-high-resolution display system with micro-OLED technology, packing 23 million pixels into two displays. It includes an advanced Spatial Audio system and a high-performance eye tracking system.

Powered by Apple silicon, it uses a dual-chip design with the M2 chip for performance and the R1 chip for processing input from cameras, sensors, and microphones. Apple Vision Pro incorporates accessibility features, education apps, and industry-leading privacy and security. Designed with sustainability in mind, it uses recycled materials and meets high energy efficiency standards. Apple aims to eliminate plastics from packaging by 2025 and achieve carbon neutrality across its supply chain by 2030.

Apple Vision Pro Availability and Support

The Apple Vision Pro will be available in various countries starting at $3,499, with pre-orders beginning on June 14 in some regions and June 28 in others. The headset comes with visionOS 1.2, and visionOS 2 will be available as a free update in the autumn.

Customers can purchase the device through the Apple Store online, Apple Store app, or in-person at an Apple Store location. Apple offers personalized support and 30-minute demos of the device. Additional accessories, such as ZEISS Optical Inserts for vision correction, are available. AppleCare+ for Apple Vision Pro is also offered at an additional cost.