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Eric and Marty share this week's stories regarding Vision Pro gaming, Vision Pro 2 or slimmed-down models, and the latest fun apps. NEWS New developer beta OS for VisionOS VisionOS 2.3.2 developer betahttps://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-2_3-release-notes  PC Gaming in the Cloud Goes Everywhere With New Devices and AAA Games on GeForce NOW https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-ces-2025/ GurRumors Gurman: Vision Pro 2 won't release in 2025, but lower-cost headset is 'ramping up' https://9to5mac.com/2025/01/12/gurman-vision-pro-2-rumors/ Everything we expect from a lower-priced Apple Vision headset in 2026 https://9to5mac.com/2025/01/13/everything-we-expect-from-a-lower-priced-apple-vision-headset-in-2026/  The best Plex video player for Apple Vision Pro just got way better https://9to5mac.com/2025/01/06/the-best-plex-video-player-for-apple-vision-pro-just-got-way-better/  This Tim Cook habit can almost fix Vision Pro's biggest problem https://9to5mac.com/2025/01/09/this-tim-cook-habit-can-almost-fix-vision-pros-biggest-problem/  iOS 18.4's new Siri powers get me really excited for Vision Pro's future https://9to5mac.com/2025/01/10/ios-184s-new-siri-powers-get-me-really-excited-for-vision-pros-future/  The Weird This spinning VR chair at CES 2025 somehow didn't make me feel like throwing up https://www.engadget.com/gaming/this-spinning-vr-chair-at-ces-2025-somehow-didnt-make-me-feel-like-throwing-up-133040191.html  Go home Mark Zuckerberg, you're drunk https://www.macworld.com/article/2574825/go-home-mark-zuckerberg-youre-drunk.html Follow the live stream at YouTube.com/@VisionProfiles on Monday nights at 9 PM EST or catch the video later on Youtube or audio on any pod catcher service Reddit r/VisionPro https://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/s/wnBef2VW6r  APPS WORTH MENTIONING Vision Type Pro - use your iphone for typing $0.99 until January 20th, then $3.99 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vision-type-pro/id6503424455 Art Authority Museum https://apps.apple.com/us/app/art-authority-museum/id6475734202  Ahoy! From Picardy - 5.99$ https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ahoy-from-picardy/id6470239695 YouTube.com/@VisionProFiles ThePodtalk.Net

Marty, Eric, and Daniel are joined by Chuck Joiner (MacVoices), David Ginsberg (In Touch with iOS), and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs (Brian8944.com) as we do a year end reflection on the Apple Vision Pro. MacVoices.com intouchwithios.com Brian8944.com ThePodTalk.Net

Marty, Eric, and Daniel dive into this week's Vision Pro stories including new cameras, new immersive videos, and apps you'll enjoy. NEWS New developer beta for VisionOS VisionOS 2.3.1 developer beta https://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-2_3-release-notes  Key Updates in visionOS Developer Beta 2.3.1: Enhanced Hand Tracking: Developers have noted improvements in hand tracking accuracy, resulting in more responsive gesture recognition and a smoother user experience. Expanded API Functionality: The update introduces new APIs that provide developers with greater control over spatial audio and haptic feedback, enabling more immersive application experiences. Improved Simulator Performance: The visionOS simulator has been optimized for better performance, allowing developers to test and debug their applications more efficiently. Bug Fixes and Stability Enhancements: This beta addresses various bugs reported in previous versions, contributing to a more stable development environment. Apple is already working on visionOS 3.0 and visionOS 2.4 https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/12/17/apple-is-already-working-on-visionos-30-and-visionos-24-evidence-suggests  Apple 3-5 Years Away from "Getting the Approach Right" for AR Glasses https://www.macobserver.com/news/apple-3-5-years-away-from-getting-the-approach-right-for-ar-glasses/ Apple Likely to Make Vision Pro Lineup More Affordable in Two Ways https://www.macrumors.com/2024/12/19/vision-pro-affordability/  Apple's Vision Pro strategy will succeed in creating a two-tier market - TrendForce https://9to5mac.com/2024/12/19/apples-vision-pro-strategy-will-succeed-in-creating-a-two-tier-market-trendforce/ Apple Vision Pro Nowhere Near Meta When It Comes To Sales https://www.macobserver.com/news/apple-vision-pro-nowhere-near-meta-when-it-comes-to-sales/ Immersive Vision Pro's Immersive Video getting big 2025 updates with new Blackmagic camera and DaVinci Resolve https://9to5mac.com/2024/12/17/vision-pros-immersive-video-getting-big-2025-updates/  Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive is Available to Pre-Order from Blackmagic Design https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/media/release/20241217-01  Canon Spatial Lens vs iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Canon R5C Dual Fish-Immersive 180 Video for your Apple Vision Pro https://www.patreon.com/posts/canon-spatial-vs-118335597  'Ice Dive' Apple Vision Pro Immersive Video Now Available https://www.macrumors.com/2024/12/20/ice-dive-apple-vision-pro-immersive-video/  Third episode of 'Adventure' immersive video series dives onto Apple Vision Pro https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/12/20/third-episode-of-adventure-immersive-video-series-dives-onto-apple-vision-pro Productivity Apple Vision Pro is driving VR use from games to healthcare and productivity https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/12/20/apple-vision-pro-is-driving-vr-use-from-games-to-healthcare-and-productivity  ReminderFollow the live stream at YouTube.com/@VisionProfiles on Monday nights at 9 PM EST or catch the video later on Youtube or audio on any pod catcher service APPS WORTH MENTIONING CineUltra - update https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cineultra-immersive-cinema/id6478853637  1.0 update Add immersive theater environment, add AI image quality enhancement NEW APPS WORTH MENTIONING Guest Gallery: Siloed Sharing https://apps.apple.com/us/app/guest-gallery-siloed-sharing/id6738598295?uo=2  Planetaria: Space Simulator https://apps.apple.com/us/app/planetaria-space-simulator/id1546887479  Oto’s Planet https://apps.apple.com/us/app/otos-planet/id6737345359?platform=vision

Marty, Eric and Daniel talk about the new Android XR and headgear coming someday, a new head strap, and apps we are enjoying right now. NEWS Rumors. Apple won't be selling smartglasses for a few more years. https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/12/15/apple-wont-be-selling-smartglasses-for-a-few-more-years?utm_medium=rss Immersive. Apple Vision Pro takes you on an immersive dive with tiger sharks eating lunch. https://9to5mac.com/2024/12/13/apple-vision-pro-takes-you-on-an-immersive-dive-with-tiger-sharks-eating-lunch/ Apple Vision Pro apps get a 5G boost with visionOS 2.2. https://9to5mac.com/2024/12/11/apple-vision-pro-apps-get-a-5g-boost-with-visionos-2-2/. Accessories. Apple now selling medical expert-designed Vision Pro accessory that solves top user complaint. https://9to5mac.com/2024/12/12/apple-now-selling-medical-expert-designed-vision-pro-accessory-that-solves-top-user-complaint/ Apple Vision Pro gets more comfortable with Kontor Head Strap. https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/12/12/apple-vision-pro-gets-more-comfortable-with-kontor-head-strap?utm_medium=rss. Apple Begins Selling New Vision Pro Carry Sling and Exclusive Charging Accessories. https://www.macrumors.com/2024/12/13/apple-store-new-vision-pro-case/ Competition. Google and Samsung's new headset takes on Vision Pro. https://www.cultofmac.com/news/google-and-samsung-android-xr-headset Samsung knocks off Apple Vision Pro with 'Project Moohan' Android XR headset https://macdailynews.com/2024/12/12/samsung-knocks-off-apple-vision-pro-with-project-moohan-android-xr-headset/ This Vision Pro clone from Samsung and Google is good news for Apple users https://9to5mac.com/2024/12/12/vision-pro-clone-from-samsung-and-google-good-news-for-apple/ Google wants to sell those Project Astra AR glasses some day, but it won't be today https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/12/google-wants-to-sell-those-project-astra-ar-glasses-some-day-but-it-wont-be-today/ Google Debuts Android XR Operating System for Mixed Reality Headsets and Smart Glasses https://www.macrumors.com/2024/12/12/google-android-xr-operating-system/ Google lays out its vision for an Android XR ecosystem https://www.engadget.com/ar-vr/google-lays-out-its-vision-for-an-android-xr-ecosystem-160001103.html?src=rss Tom’s Guide - Samsung XR headset unveiled along with Android's new platform — meet the Apple Vision Pro killer https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/vr-ar/samsung-headset-confirmed-as-google-unveils-new-android-xr-platform Awards Via Cletus - Popular Science - The 50 greatest innovations of 2024 The 37th annual Best of What's New awards. https://www.popsci.com/technology/best-of-whats-new-2024/ Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.2 & Apple Vision Pro is the gadget of the year on the Applelnsider Podcast https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/12/13/apple-intelligence-in-ios-182-apple-vision-pro-is-the-gadget-of-the-year-on-the-appleinsider-podcast?utm_medium=rss Reminder Follow the live stream at YouTube.com/@VisionProfiles on Monday nights at 9 PM EST or catch the video later on Youtube or audio on any pod catcher service NEW APPS WORTH MENTIONING I Am Cat - Cat Life Simulator https://apps.apple.com/us/app/i-am-cat-cat-life-simulatort/id6503200399 Xaia - personal therapist https://apps.apple.com/us/app/xaia/id6476053805 Play’A an interesting video player, early in development, some good 360 degree videos. Resist the temptation to try to increase the resolution higher than 4K. Worth playing with, but I still prefer Moon Player and Infuse as my daily use players. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/playa/id1487295703 Marty's Spatial video embedded in website to test Safari capabilities.https://www.thepodtalk.net/spatial.html ThePodTalk.net