In a recent development, YouTube has announced that it has plans to launch a Vision Pro app, hinting at a potentially enhanced experience for users of Apple’s latest Vision Pro device. This revelation comes after YouTube, along with other major streaming platforms like Spotify and Netflix, initially declined to allow their iPad apps to run on the Vision Pro.
The confirmation of a Vision Pro app from YouTube was conveyed by spokesperson Jessica Gibby, who stated, “We’re excited to see Vision Pro launch and we’re supporting it by ensuring YouTube users have a great experience in Safari. We do not have any specific plans to share at this time, but can confirm that a Vision Pro app is on our roadmap.”
While the prospect of a dedicated YouTube app for the Vision Pro is promising, there are still significant challenges when it comes to supporting VR (virtual reality) and 360-degree content on the device. Currently, users have reported that such content does not function properly on Safari due to limitations in its WebXR support.
| Platform | VR and 360 Support Status |
|---|---|
| YouTube | Limited support |
| Safari/WebXR | Lacking support |
Apple spokesperson Jackie Roy responded to inquiries regarding the absence of VR support on the Vision Pro, indicating that the company believes much of the existing VR content may not meet quality standards or could potentially cause discomfort to users. Roy explained, “Much of this content was created for devices that do not deliver a high-quality spatial experience. In some cases, this content could also cause motion discomfort.”
Roy further elaborated on Apple’s efforts to address these challenges, stating, “We’ve focused our efforts on delivering the best spatial media experience possible including spatial photos and videos, Apple Immersive Video, and 3D movies available on Apple TV.”
Despite the current limitations, Apple acknowledges the need for improvement in WebXR support and is actively working towards enhancing the spatial computing experience on the Vision Pro. Roy affirmed Apple’s commitment, stating, “We will continue to work with the community to help deliver great spatial computing experiences via the web.”
While YouTube’s confirmation of a Vision Pro app is a step in the right direction, the timeline for its release remains uncertain. Similarly, addressing the challenges associated with VR and 360 content on the Vision Pro may require further collaboration between platforms like YouTube and Apple, along with advancements in web standards such as WebXR.
While the Vision Pro offers innovative features and capabilities, the journey towards fully realizing its potential for immersive content experiences may involve overcoming various technical hurdles and collaborative efforts within the tech community.
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