YouTube and Spotify will not develop new apps for Apple’s Vision Pro headset and will not support their iPad app. Web browser users can still use Spotify. Apple markets the gadget for video, games, and entertainment.
YouTube announced Thursday that it won’t produce a Vision Pro app. At least for now, the iPad app won’t work. YouTube recommends viewing Vision Pro material on a web browser.
“YouTube users will be able to use YouTube in Safari on the Vision Pro at launch,” it said.
Spotify is also omitting a Vision Pro OS app. The iPad won’t operate with their app either. Spotify works in a web browser. The Vision Pro won’t include Netflix, Spotify, or YouTube when it comes on Feb. 2. Apple touts the tablet for video, games, and entertainment.
Apple said YouTube had “no further plans to share at this time.” While it may support the Vision Pro in the future.
Apple’s music and podcast apps will compete with Spotify on the Vision Pro. However, Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube are lacking at launch.
Disney, Max, Peacock, ESPN, and Prime Video will remain. Apple claims over a million Vision Pro App Store titles. Preorders for Vision Pro begin today.
YouTube and Spotify haven’t explained their skips. Spotify’s decision isn’t related to App Store policy disputes with Apple. Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp may not operate on the Vision Pro at launch, but this may change.
Conclusion
YouTube and Spotify will not develop new apps for Apple’s Vision Pro headset and will not support their iPad app. Spotify is still available online, but Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube won’t be on the gadget when it comes on February 2. Apple markets the gadget for video, games, and entertainment. Apple’s music and podcast apps will be available, but the Vision Pro will miss Disney, Max, Peacock, ESPN, and Amazon Prime Video. Preorders for Vision Pro begin today.
