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According to new information from the journalist Mark Gurman already newsletter “Power On” (and Bloomberg)a Apple is working with Sony to offer support to controles do PlayStation VR2 no Vision Prowhich currently only supports traditional PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S game controllers.
Support for VR game controls (which is already offered by Meta for its headsets) would not only allow more advanced games to be played, but would also improve some productivity and media editing tasks, since vision and digital control methods gestures are still not that precise.
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Apple engineers, in fact, have already thought and prototyped what would be a tool similar to an Apple Pencil for more refined control in the Vision Pro (obviously not focused on games), however, according to Gurman, there are still no imminent plans to launch something type on the market.
The idea would be to focus first on the partnership with Sony — something that should even change the way the Japanese company operates in relation to the VR2 controls, as they are not currently sold separately. The agreement would involve selling the controllers in Apple stores, as is already the case with those for the PS5.
Although the focus is on games, Gurman also stated that the two companies also created support for navigation in visionOS, which would use the VR2’s hardware controls for actions such as scrolling and selection — things that are currently mostly done using your hands on the system. operational.
According to the journalist, Apple and Sony’s original idea would be to jointly announce this feature a few weeks ago, but this launch ended up being postponed — with the expectation that it will happen at some point in the future, unless it is “abruptly discarded”.
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What are the potential benefits of using VR controllers with the Vision Pro beyond gaming?
## Vision Pro to Support PlayStation VR2 Controllers: An Interview
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Today we’re diving into some exciting news about Apple’s Vision Pro and a potential partnership with Sony. Joining us is tech journalist, Alex Reed, to break down the latest developments.
**Alex Reed:** Thanks for having me.
**Host:** Let’s jump right in. What’s the buzz about Vision Pro and PlayStation VR2 controllers?
Alex Reed: According to Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman, Apple is reportedly working with Sony to bring support for PlayStation VR2 controllers to the Vision Pro. This is huge news because currently, the Vision Pro only supports traditional game controllers for consoles like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
**Host:** So, why is this partnership significant?
**Alex Reed:** Well, integrating VR game controllers opens up a whole new world of possibilities for the Vision Pro. It would allow for more immersive and advanced gaming experiences, similar to what Meta offers with its VR headsets.
But it goes beyond gaming.
Think about productivity and media editing. Using precise hand tracking with VR controllers could be a game-changer for tasks that require fine motor control, which remains a challenge with current vision-based and gesture controls.
**Host:** Interesting point. Has Apple hinted at developing its own VR controllers for the Vision Pro?
**Alex Reed:** Gurman mentions that Apple engineers have prototyped a tool similar to the Apple Pencil for more precise control in the Vision Pro. But as of now, it seems the focus is on the Sony partnership.
**Host:** And what about Sony’s side of the deal?
**Alex Reed:** This deal could be a big shift for Sony. They currently don’t sell the VR2 controllers separately. This partnership with Apple might lead them to change that strategy, making the controllers available through Apple stores, similar to how PlayStation 5 controllers are sold.
**Host:** That sounds like a win-win for both companies. Any final thoughts on this potential collaboration?
**Alex Reed:**
It’s definitely an exciting development. The combination of Apple’s Vision Pro and Sony’s VR2 controllers could be a powerful force in the evolving world of spatial computing and immersive experiences. We’ll have to wait and see how this partnership unfolds, but it’s certainly something to watch closely.
**Host:** Thank you for shedding light on this Alex Reed. Fascinating stuff indeed!
