- Apple is in discussion with Sony to bring PlayStation VR2 hand controller support to the Vision Pro.
- If the partnership sees the daylight, Sony might sell them as standalone accessories through Apple’s retail and online stores.
- A future version of visionOS will support Sony controllers, but the timeline of the Apple-Sony partnership remains uncertain.
Apple has approached Sony to bring PlayStation VR2 hand controller support to the Vision Pro, according to the latest Mark Gurman report. The topshot analyst mentioned that the partnership has been in development for several months. Sony has been working to add support, while Apple has asked third-party developers how they can take advantage of Sony’s VR controllers. If this rumored partnership sees fruition, it would be fantastic news for Vision Pro owners who wish the AR/VR headset had more gaming apps.
Gurman mentioned that Apple Vision Pro already supports PS5 and Xbox controllers, but they aren’t optimized for virtual reality experiences. They lack the six degrees of freedom (6DOF) which makes it hard to experience most VR games on the headset.
Currently, Sony’s VR2 controllers are bundled with the Playstation VR2 headset. If the partnership sees the daylight, Sony might sell them as standalone accessories through Apple’s retail and online stores.
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Gurman also says that beyond gaming, Apple wants to use the controller to navigate visionOS and offer more precise controls in productivity and video editing apps like Final Cut Pro & Adobe Photoshop. Currently, you can connect a standard Bluetooth controller to interact with visionOS. You can tap buttons to select items, scroll using analog sticks, and perform other navigation tasks.
A future version of visionOS will support Sony controllers, but the timeline of the Apple-Sony partnership remains uncertain. There are also rumors that Apple and Sony planned to announce PS VR2 controller support for Vision Pro “weeks ago”, but they pushed back the rollout for unknown reasons. This partnership comes as Apple struggles with the lacklustre sales of Vision Pro. According to Gurman’s sources, Apple has sold fewer than 500,000 units since its February launch.
Despite the weaker-than-expected adoption, Apple continues to invest in the Vision Pro. Therefore, we shouldn’t expect the discontinuation soon. Who knows proper support for VR gaming might potentially boost Vision Pro sales.
Kanika has been a loyal iPhone user since 2014 and loves everything Apple. With a Master’s in Computer Applications, passion for technology, and over five years of experience in writing, she landed at Beebom as an Apple Ecosystem Writer. She specializes in writing How To’s, troubleshooting guides, App features, and roundups for Apple users to help them make the best use of their gadgets. When not writing, she loves to try out new recipes and enjoy some family time.
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- Apple and Google have officially confirmed their team-up for the next-gen Siri AI.
- The Cupertino Giant will be using Google’s Gemini for a more personalized Siri model as well as Apple Intelligence features.
- We can expect the next-gen Siri to come out with iOS 26.4, sometime in March or April.
Apple has officially confirmed joining forces with Google to use its Gemini AI model to power the next-generation Siri. It will offer a more personalized experience and will be coming out with the iOS 26.4 update. Apple also plans to leverage Gemini’s capabilities for other Apple Intelligence features as well, later down the line.
The Next-Gen Siri will be powered by Google’s Gemini AI
Apple officially confirmed that it will be partnering with Google in a statement to CNBC . Here’s what it stated, “After careful evaluation, we determined that Google’s technology provides the most capable foundation for Apple Foundation Models, and we’re excited about the innovative new experiences it will unlock for our users.”
Later, Google also shared a post on X confirming the tie-up, “Apple and Google have entered into a multi-year collaboration under which the next generation of Apple Foundation Models will be based on Google’s Gemini models and cloud technology. These models will help power future Apple Intelligence features, including a more personalized Siri coming this year.”
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Both statements clearly mention that the Cupertino Giant will be using Gemini to power its assistant Siri. This was already rumored, as Apple’s attempts to acquire Perplexity went nowhere. With Gemini, Siri will get a major AI update . It will be able to handle more nuanced conversations and provide better results. Something long-time Apple users have been asking for years.
The next-gen Siri will arrive with the iOS 26.4 update, which will launch sometime in March or April. And it is only going to be available for Apple Intelligence-supported devices .
Something else worth noting is how Google’s statement mentions that Gemini will power Apple Intelligence features. This leads us to believe that Apple could use Gemini’s multi-modal capabilities for its Writings tools , Image Playground , and Message summaries, too.
Elon Musk Not Happy With Apple and Google Tie Up
xAI CEO Elon Musk also responded to Google’s announcement post on X, sharing his thoughts on the matter by saying, “This seems like an unreasonable concentration of power for Google, given that they also have Android and Chrome.” Though we don’t expect either Apple or Google to respond to Elon, we will update the situation as it progresses.
It is worth noting that xAI is the company behind Grok, which is in hot water currently due to its inappropriate image generation fiasco , and has been getting backlash from multiple news outlets, X users, and even government authorities.
With over 4 year of experience under the belt, I cover all facets of consumer tech, from smartphones to other consumer electronics, our favorite social media apps, as well as the growing realm of AI and LLMs. As an Apps and AI writer app Beebom, I provide my expertise in all these areas, weaving stories that help you get familiar with the tech around you. But you will find me playing NYT daily puzzles in my free time.
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