Apple updates software for Apple Vision Pro developer kit to beta 5. Notably, Xcode does not have beta 5 development software and simulators.
As per report, App Store is now coming preinstalled as of visionOS 1.0 beta 5.
Reference: Apple's Work on visionOS Continues With Beta 5 Launch
Reports arise on developer kit delivery process for Apple Vision Pro.
Developers will need to provide details on their prescription lenses, as well as head measurements in order to receive personalized headset.
Tweet by Mark Gurman provides more details.
Also, Apple Developer website mentions AirTag unpairing process at the end of the loan. Apple is expected to track developer kits. Developer kit also expected to come in lockable Pelican case to protect the device when not in use.
Apple partner manager will be assigned to developers using Vision Pro developer kit to track progress of application development.
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Apple finally starts accepting applications from developers on visionOS apps.
Apple could provide feedback on app behavior on Vision Pro device.
Apple Developer: Apple Vision Pro compatibility evaluations (Submit a request)
Developers will be able to test apps on Apple Vision Pro. Developers will use their own development environment to the lab. Apple experts will be available to help with setup and troubleshooting.
Vision Pro developer labs are available in Cupertino, London, Munich, Shanghai, Singapore, and Tokyo.
Apple recommends one designer and one engineer attend the lab. Each member will need to submit a request separately for the same day and location.
Apple Developer: Apple Vision Pro developer labs (Submit a request)
Apple will load Vision Pro developer kit to developers, and also support with device and onboarding, regular check-ins with app development, and two additional technical support requests.
Developers will need to submit a application brief with their request in order to be reviewed.
Apple Developer: Apple Vision Pro developer kit (Submit a request)
Apple Developer: Take your apps and games beyond the visionOS simulator
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