Developers and the Vision Pro
Remember, third-party apps are crucial for the success of a newly launched device.
If you recall the early days when the iPhone was first introduced, it proved to be a lucrative platform for app developers.
Writing code and creating apps, especially games, could lead to significant financial gains for those ahead of the curve.
Now, with the impending launch of the Vision Pro, a similar opportunity is on the horizon.
Apple is likely to release the Vision Pro early next year, opening up a whole new market for developers.
However, in the initial stages, users might not find many exciting features on the Vision Pro, apart from the ability to watch 4K movies while on a plane.
Will developers be interested in developing apps for the Vision Pro?
The question remains: will developers show interest in building apps for the Vision Pro?
It’s uncertain whether they will invest the time and effort in app development.
Building apps is a complex and time-consuming process that requires some assurance of success or at least a viable user base.
Unfortunately, relevant data on app performance will not be available for the first six months or even the first year after the Vision Pro’s launch.
But data is not even the main factor…
But data isn’t the sole determining factor for developers and businesses considering app projects.
The number of Vision Pro purchases within the first year will also play a crucial role.
The Vision Pro’s price tag of $3499 positions it as a product for a niche audience, limiting its appeal to a smaller market segment.
This raises the question of whether developers will find it financially viable to invest in creating complex apps for a limited user base.
But less compitition is equal to a bigger piese of the pie, rigth?
On the other hand, having less competition in the market could mean a larger share of the pie for developers who do decide to take the plunge.
Early entrants who address the needs of a significant portion of the target audience can establish themselves as market leaders.
However, this strategy depends on the existence of a willing market.
For instance, consider the Apple Watch’s App Store, where some big brands like Twitter and Snapchat have chosen not to allocate resources.
The same holds true for the Apple TV’s App Store.
In conclusion, while the potential for developers to create third-party apps for the Vision Pro exists, their decision will depend on a multitude of factors, including the device’s market performance, the presence of a target audience, and the level of competition.
