Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 01/22 – How Many Vision Pros Did Apple Sell This Weekend?
Jan 22, 2024
How many Vision Pros did Apple move in their launch weekend? Estimates suggest 160,000 to 180,000 sales, but developers remain cautious about the product's future. A breakthrough in VR from Disney Imagineering introduces a new immersive experience. Plus, Eleven Labs secures $80 million to expand its voice cloning technology, while Sam Altman explores the ambitious world of AI chip manufacturing. The evolving landscape raises questions about creativity, tech partnerships, and regulatory challenges.
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Vision Pro Pre-order Demand
- Apple's Vision Pro pre-orders reached an estimated 160,000–180,000 units during the first weekend.
- Unchanged shipping times suggest initial demand tapered off after 48 hours.
Developer Hesitancy Towards Vision Pro
- Developers are hesitant about Vision Pro due to uncertain ROI, App Store policies, and the platform's suitability for their apps.
- The poor performance of Apple's other app stores (TV, Watch, iMessage) adds to this hesitancy.
Meta Unlinks EU User Data
- Meta will allow EU users to unlink Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger data ahead of the DMA.
- This follows a similar move by Google, allowing users to control data sharing between services.