Well, it’s not always a sign of trouble. That beep could be letting you know it’s operating normally. But at other times, it could indicate a serious issue with the garage door.

To decipher these beeps, you need to know two things: the type of opener you have and the number of beeps you hear.

In this guide, we aim to help you figure out whether the beep from your garage door is just a confirmation sound or an indication of a serious issue.

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Troubleshoot your Chamberlain garage door opener beeping

There are three main reasons your Chamberlain myQ garage door opener would beep. These include operating on battery backup, an issue with Wi-Fi connectivity, or if Security+2.0 is announcing movement or an issue.

If your Chamberlain garage door opener has Security+2.0

1. Single beeps

   You will hear one beep when the garage door opener is placed into limit or learn modes. It will also beep once when the Up or Down arrows are pressed.

2. Constant beeping

   If the garage door closes unattended, it will beep for eight seconds before starting to close, then continuously beep while the door is closing.

3. If an obstruction occurs

   If the door hits anything when closing, it will stop, beep once and the lights will flash five times.

If your myQ garage door opener has Wi-Fi

There are also additional beeps that are common to all Chamberlain myQ garage door openers that have Wi-Fi connectivity.

• One beep: When putting the garage door opener into Wi-Fi mode.
• Continuous beep: While the garage door is trying to connect to the router.
• Two beeps: While in Wi-Fi mode, the opener is trying to reach the myQ server.
• Three slow beeps: Confirms the opener is successfully connected to Wi-Fi.
• Three fast beeps: Confirming Wi-Fi settings being deleted from the opener.
• One continuous beep followed by three fast beeps: Opener failed to connect to the Wi-Fi network due to a password issue.
• No beeps: Wi-Fi turns off after 20 minutes or failing connection to the network.

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• Beeps every two seconds: The unit is operating on battery backup, so check the AC power source.
• Beeping every thirty seconds: This indicates an issue with the battery. The battery LED will be flashing orange if low, or solid red if the battery is dead and cannot charge.

Wrapping up

Your Chamberlain garage door opener beeps for two reasons: it’s doing something, or there’s a problem.

If you make the effort to recognize these beeps or signals, troubleshooting the garage door will get a lot easier.

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Quick Answer: Remove the back cover of the remote. Take out the old battery and insert the new one. Replace the remote cover and reprogram the remote.

The latest garage door openers from Chamberlain use myQ for remote control via a smartphone app. Still, it’s good to have a backup with the company also supplying an old-school remote control and keypad.

Those remotes are battery-powered and drain over time, even if they’re not being used.

So if your garage door opener’s remote is not working as intended, the first thing you need to do is to replace the battery.

To do so, we’ve put together a handy guide to changing the battery in a Chamberlain remote control.

How to change the battery in a Chamberlain remote control

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You’ll need some 3V CR2032 coin cell batteries and a screwdriver with a Philips head.

Wrapping up

Changing the battery in the remote control for your Chamberlain garage door is a no-brainer. All you need is the right tool with you. Just follow the above mention steps, and you are good to go.

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That means no more fumbling with those ugly garage door remotes. They even have a battery backup so you can open your door if the power goes out.

As with most tech, the setup process can be tricky. We’ve got you covered with a quick guide to get your Chamberlain myQ garage door opener onto WiFi.

Before you get started

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There are a few things to get ready before we can get your garage door connected to Wi-Fi. You’ll need a smartphone with the myQ app from either the Apple App Store or Google Play Store installed. As with most smart home devices, you’ll need a home WiFi network on the 2.4GHz frequency and the password for that network.

The garage door opener should be plugged into a socket and not on battery backup. And you’ll probably want to check how strong the WiFi signal is in the garage. The other thing is a stepladder or stepstool, as you’ll need to press some buttons on the unit.

Now to connect your Chamberlain myQ garage door opener to WiFi

We’ll walk you through how to connect your Chamberlain garage door opener to your WiFi network.

1. App setup

   

   Open the myQ app you installed from either the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

2. Log in

   Create a user account (if you haven’t already) and log in.

3. Start Device Setup

   On the Device Setup screen, tap on your Chamberlain myQ device type.
   We’re using Garage Door Opener with Wi-Fi (Wall Installed) for our how-to.

4. Double-check you have everything

   Check the boxes next to the three requirements, then tap I’m Ready.

5. Choose your unit

   Tap on the wall or ceiling control that matches your garage door opener.

6. Put it into learn mode

   The app will tell you the next steps for putting your specific unit into WiFi learning mode. Tap Next once done, and then tap Yes when you hear a beep.

7. Connect to WiFi

   

   Tap the device that begins with myQ-XXX on the app screen, and tap on Pair if you get a Bluetooth pairing request.

8. If you don’t see a device

   Open your phone’s WiFi settings, and tap on the WiFi network that begins with myQ-XXX. Then go back to the myQ app.

9. Select your home WiFi

   Select your home WiFi network’s name from the list.

10. Enter the password

    Enter your WiFi password to connect. The garage door opener will try to connect.

11. Name your opener

    You can change your garage door opener’s name, to make it easier for future use.

12. Finishing up

    Tap on Finish.

13. Testing

    Tap the garage door name to check that it opens, showing you that it’s connected to WiFi successfully.

Wrapping up

Linking your garage door opener to your home WiFi network is convenient. You can remotely access the door, set a customized schedule, and allow access for guests or Amazon Key deliveries.

Enjoy being able to access your Chamberlain myQ garage door opener without having an ugly remote clipped to your visor.

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Quick Answer: No, the Apple Watch does not currently measure blood pressure. While it can track heart rate and ECG, it lacks the sensors needed to directly monitor blood pressure. Apple has filed patents suggesting future models may add this capability, but existing watches cannot measure blood pressure. 

The Apple Watch is a marvel of miniaturized technology. Seriously, it’s a wrist-mounted computer with a ton of features and health-monitoring options. But does that include measuring blood pressure alongside everything else?

Apple has stuffed the Apple Watch full of advanced technology, including a ton of sensors. It can track your biometrics, sleep, movement, and more. It can even dial 911 when it detects a fall, which is pretty darn great.

With all of those sensors, can it measure your blood pressure?

Can the Apple Watch measure your blood pressure?

Short answer: Not yet

The last time we heard anything about Apple working on blood pressure monitoring, the feature was still a ways off from completion.

Apple was trying to figure out a way to measure it without directly measuring it. Also, it was planned to show blood pressure trends, not baseline measurements of systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

That’s not to say that a future Apple Watch couldn’t show baseline measurements. A British start-up called Rockley Photonics has Apple as one of its main customers.

If you guessed that Rockley makes sensors that could measure blood pressure, give yourself a gold star. They make sensors that can measure everything from blood alcohol levels to glucose and even blood pressure.

Those are potentially ready for market next year, so the Apple Watch 9 or later could feature accurate blood pressure monitoring.

So, in summary – the Apple Watch does not currently measure blood pressure directly on its own, but Apple may add this capability via new sensors and algorithms in future models.

For now, those needing to monitor their blood pressure should use a dedicated FDA-approved blood pressure monitor device rather than rely on estimations from an Apple Watch app.

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Apple released the AirPods Pro in 2019, and then it was time for the next version, the AirPods Pro 2.

Prior to their release, the company hadn’t announced anything regarding the next iteration of its Pro earbuds, but there was a lot of speculation.

Sources close to the company said the new AirPods Pro 2 would feature an updated stemless design and new sensors for fitness tracking. But when did we see the new earbuds?

When did the AirPods Pro 2 come out?

Short Answer: September, 2022.

The company announced the AirPods Pro 2 on September 7, 2022, and they were available for order online and in the Apple Store app starting Friday, September 9, with availability in stores from September 23, 2022.

The AirPods Pro 2 did ditch the stem altogether in favor of a new shape that resembled the Beats Fit Pro. The new earbuds did feature an upgraded chip for faster, better connections, as well.

Additionally, Apple amped up many of the features users loved about the original, and while they weren’t perfect, they offered some of the best noise cancellation and improved audio.

Of course, prior to their release, this was all speculation. But the rumors proved accurate, and the AirPods Pro 2 launched with the expected new design and features.

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Quick Answer: Yes! The Nothing Phone 2 will have better battery life than its predecessor. 

Nothing has done an excellent job of marketing the Nothing Phone 2 in the past months, and all the credit probably goes to its in-house marketing genius Carl Pei. 

However, the Nothing Phone 2 was finally launched via a live event yesterday. The reveal was great; it shows the Nothing Phone 2 as a more refined and mature device than its predecessor, the Nothin Phone 1. 

That said, the original Nothing Phone had a slightly below-average battery life, which the company slightly sorted out with the Android 13 update. However, it’s still a major concern, especially with the Nothing Phone 2, which has a larger, brighter display and a powerful processor. 

Thankfully, Nothing overcame this issue with its second-generation smartphone due to more efficient hardware and a slightly bigger battery. The Phone 2 houses a 4,700 mAh battery, 200 mAh bigger than its predecessor, the Nothing Phone 1. 

The Phone 2 looks impressive on paper with a 200mAh battery boost, which significantly improves its battery life compared to other devices.

In terms of battery life, the Nothing Phone 1 lasted around 10 hours, with non-stop YouTube streaming and around 12 and a half hours of web browsing.

While the test results for the Phone 2 aren’t available yet, we expect it to obliterate its predecessor’s results. 

Does the Nothing Phone 2 have wireless charging? 

Yes, the Nothing Phone 2 has wireless charging capability, similar to its predecessor.

The Phone 2 houses the charging coil on its back and proudly shows it off through the transparent back. The Phone 2 supports up to 15W wireless charging speed with dual charging support.

Does the Nothing Phone 2 have reverse wireless charging? 

Nothing introduced reverse wireless charging with the original Nothing Phone, which the company succeeded in the Phone 2. 

The Phone 2 supports 5W reverse wireless charging, and you can use it to charge the Nothing Ear 2 or other accessories that support the Qi standard of wireless charging. 

Does the Nothing Phone 2 have fast charging? 

Yes, the Nothing Phone 2 supports 45W fast charging. According to the company, you can fully charge the device in just 55 minutes. However, this is only possible with a 45W-supported PPS wired charger.

Unfortunately, the Phone 2 doesn’t include a charger in its package. You’ll need to purchase the 45W Nothing Power Brick separately. What you will find in the box is a USB-C cable – which is now transparent.

The company also offers an alternative charging method: using a 15W Qi wireless charger with dual charging support. This method will take approximately 130 minutes to fully charge your smartphone.

Nothing Phone 2 pre-orders are open now, with general availability starting on July 17th.

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Samsung’s Galaxy S23 is a small step up from last year’s model

Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S23 series launched on February 1, 2023.

The two base models, the Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus, feature minor improvements over last year.

This time, the Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus feel more like the Ultra version. Samsung abandoned the camera bump in favor of the floating camera design found in the Ultra models.

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Regarding design changes, there aren’t many differences between the S23 and S23 Plus and the S22 and S22 Plus. The Galaxy S23 still has a 6.1-inch display, and the S23 Plus is slightly larger at 6.6 inches.

Both phones still have rounded edges, similar to their predecessors. Additionally, the rear camera specs are the same as last year.

There’s still a 50-megapixel main camera, a 12-megapixel ultrawide, and a 10-megapixel telephoto with 3x zoom.

However, there have been slight improvements to picture quality thanks to the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor.

Plus, Samsung added Nightography to all S23 models this year, letting you shoot better images and videos at night.

Selfie cameras have also been improved across the board. All three models, including the S23 and S23 Plus, now feature a 12-megapixel selfie camera with HDR video at 60 fps.

The Samsung Galaxy S23 offers a high-resolution display, efficient processor, advanced camera features, durable battery life, and secure biometric authentication methods, making it a practical choice for smartphone users seeking performance and reliability.

The Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus will be familiar to long-time Samsung fans

The screens are a familiar 1080P, 120hz. And the outside of the phone is improved with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for better protection from drops.

To help bring these two models closer in line with the Ultra, the S23 and S23 colors are available in all four of the same colors: lavender, green, cream, and black.

Prices also stayed the same. The Galaxy S23 starts at $799 with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. And the S23 Plus gets a little bump in entry-level storage, starting at last year’s price of $999 for 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

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Samsung’s Galaxy S23 is set to come out in 2023. While we’re still a few months away from a potential release, there is still plenty to learn about Samsung’s next flagship smartphone.

As always, Samsung is looking to improve on the Galaxy S22 with the launch of the S23. That will likely mean nicer cameras, improved performance, and better battery life.

Rumors and leaks tend to fly out regularly ahead of a new smartphone release. As a good rule, it’s smart to take these rumors with a grain of salt until Samsung reveals official information on its new phone.

But there has been a lot of discussion on the Galaxy S23. So let’s check out some rumors and leaked specs surrounding Samsung’s next phone.

Galaxy S23 release date

Samsung usually releases its Galaxy smartphones around February of every year. So far, nothing suggests that Samsung will stray drastically from its usual February release window.

Occasionally, Samsung will go a little early with its release, with the Galaxy coming out in January. That was the case with the Galaxy S21, which came out in January 2021.

A recent leak suggests that Samsung could possibly be considering a similar window with the Galaxy S23. A recent report from ETNews suggests that the Galaxy S23 could come out three weeks earlier than its predecessor in 2022.

Samsung announced the S22 on February 9. That means that Samsung could reveal the Galaxy S23 as early as January 19.

Sources claim that Samsung could move its release window up to help compete with other smartphones. The iPhone 14 is out now, along with the Google Pixel 7.

By releasing the Galaxy S23 earlier, Samsung could steal some potential iPhone or Pixel customers at the turn of the new year.

Samsung Galaxy S23 pricing

Regarding pricing, we haven’t heard anything about the Samsung Galaxy S23 yet. For now, we can only speculate on the potential price compared to the S22.

The Samsung Galaxy S22 started at $799. That was for the basic model with the least amount of storage possible. The Galaxy S22 Ultra started at $1,199 for the 128GB version and ranged to $1,399 for 512GB of storage.

Ideally, the Galaxy S23 would be in the same price range. $799 is an affordable entry point for a flagship phone, and the $1,199 start price for the Ultra version is pretty standard for those looking for the best of the best.

But prices of technology have been a little chaotic in recent years. Supply chain issues and huge inflation have caused prices of just about everything to go up.

We wouldn’t be surprised if the price of the Galaxy S23 is higher than that of its predecessor. We’ll update this when we hear anything else about the price of the S23.

Galaxy S23 design

From everything we’ve seen so far, the design of the Samsung Galaxy S23 will be very familiar to those who have tried out the Galaxy S22.

A leak from known leaker Ice Universe says that the size of the Galaxy S23 will be increased very slightly. All versions of the phone are said to feature minimal increases in size across the board.

The regular Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus will also feature a similar increase in size. The thought behind this increase in size is that Samsung has increased the size of the outer bezel, though the reason for that change is unknown.

Another thing that has changed on the Galaxy S23 is the camera array. This time around, Samsung is designing its camera array on all three versions of the S23 similarly to the S22 Ultra.

Leaked renders from OnLeaks and Digit show what the Galaxy S23 could look like. The renders show how all three versions have rear cameras that are individually embedded and separated from each other.

That represents a shift over the Galaxy S22 and S22 Plus. Both of those versions had cameras embedded into a single unit together. The S23 separates them all, creating three individual units.

Performance and specs

The chipset of the Galaxy S23 has been a hot topic in the leak world.

Word has it that the company is currently debating whether its Galaxy S line of phones should stick to Qualcomm processors or use Samsung’s own Exynos chips.

Samsung’s Exynos chips have a history of not working as well as Qualcomm Snapdragon chips in Galaxy devices. Snapdragon chipsets have regularly outperformed Exynos in both performance and efficiency.

This summer, Qualcomm revealed that it would be powering Galaxy flagship phones globally, starting with the Galaxy S23. So that would suggest that Samsung is going to Snapdragon with all S23 versions.

Additionally, a new report from Daum states that globally, all S23 models will include the Snapdragon processor.

The battery in the Samsung Galaxy S23 line is slightly increasing, at least for the basic version. Both the S23 and S23 Plus are getting slightly improved batteries over their predecessors.

The Galaxy S23 will ship with a 3,900mAh and the S23 Plus comes with 4,700mAh. The FCC filing mentioned above confirms the sizes of all S23 batteries.

The S23 Ultra, however, won’t get the same treatment. The Ultra will maintain the same battery as the S22 Ultra and S21 Ultra. Still, the 5,000mAh battery will keep your phone going all day.

Cameras

A few camera improvements are likely coming to the Galaxy S23 line. To kick things off, the Galaxy S23 Ultra is reportedly getting a massive improvement in the form of a 200MP main camera.

That represents a huge change over the 108MP camera included on the Galaxy S22 Ultra.

A supposed comparison from Ice Universe shows the difference between images with a 108MP camera versus a 200MP camera. And the difference is pretty impressive.

As of January 2023, additional leakers have come forward to confirm the use of a 200-megapixel camera on the S23 line.

Beyond that, rumors say that the front cameras on the S23 and S23 Plus are better than the S22 models.

The two base models will now include a 12MP front camera, the first improvement on those cameras since 2019.

Those are all of the rumored improvements coming to Galaxy S23 cameras. The telephoto and ultrawide cameras are supposedly unchanged in the Samsung Galaxy S23 line.

Expect improvements but no major changes with the Samsung Galaxy S23

Samsung’s next line of Galaxy S phones will likely feature significant improvements over their predecessors. The S23 and S23 Ultra are getting better batteries, and all versions have improved cameras.

But the design is mostly staying the same. Samsung is likely increasing the bezel size very slightly, leading to an overall increase in size, although very minimal.

And it looks like Samsung will continue to utilize Qualcomm Snapdragon silicon to power its device, although Exynos could make a surprise return.

We haven’t heard much about the price or release date, though we expect neither will change much.

Expect the Galaxy S23 to come out sometime in February with a starting price of around $799 for the base model and $1,199 for the S23 Ultra.

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Quick Answer: Yes, Google’s first foldable smartphone, the Pixel Fold, is set to launch at its yearly developer conference, Google I/O, on May 10, 2023 at a starting price of over $1,700.

The Nothing Phone 2 has officially launched, sporting a hefty starting price tag of $599. This marks a significant leap from its predecessor, the Phone 1, which was priced at $399.

This new device isn’t just more expensive; it also brings several improvements over the company’s inaugural smartphone to the table. One notable upgrade is its IP54 rating.

However, this new device isn’t just pricier; it also boasts a myriad of enhancements compared to its predecessor. One standout feature is its IP54 rating.

While the Nothing Phone 2 flaunts an IP54 rating, which essentially safeguards the device from limited dust ingress and water spray from any direction.

The Phone 2’s improved dust-and-waterproof index marks a significant advancement over its predecessor, which only carried an IP53 rating.

This new rating maintains the same level of dust resistance but offers better protection against water spray less than 60 degrees from vertical—making it more durable than before.

So, is the Nothing Phone 2 waterproof or water-resistant?

Short Answer: No.

The IP54 rating of the Nothing Phone 2 is better than its predecessor’s IP53 rating, which protects the device from limited dust ingress and water spray from any direction. 

The Nothing Phone 2’s IP54 rating outperforms its predecessor’s IP53 rating by offering protection against limited dust ingress and water spray from all directions. However, don’t take this as an invitation to submerge your smartphone underwater!

The IP54 rating is primarily designed to handle water droplets or jets from various angles. However, total submersion underwater? That’s a definite no-no. The chances of survival are pretty slim.

What does the IP54 rating of Nothing Phone 2 mean?

The “IP” in the IP54 rating stands for Ingress Protection. It’s a standard way to describe how well a device can resist dust, and water—the higher the number, the better its protective capabilities.

For example, in ‘IP54’, the ‘5’ represents protection against solid particles such as dust on a scale of 0-6. The ‘4’, conversely, signifies resistance to liquids like water on a scale of 0-9. Thus, while it provides superior protection against dust, its water resistance is moderate.

Wrapping this all up

In conclusion, while the Nothing Phone 2’s IP54 rating is a step up from its predecessor’s IP53, it doesn’t mean your phone can now go for a swim. It offers improved protection against dust and water sprays from all directions but submerging it underwater is still off-limits.

Remember, ‘IP’ in ‘IP54’ stands for Ingress Protection, with ‘5’ indicating solid particle protection (on a scale of 0-6) and ‘4’ representing liquid ingress protection (on a scale of 0-9). So, while it fares pretty well on the dust front, its water resistance capabilities are only halfway there.

So yes, your new Nothing Phone 2 is more robust than before – just don’t get too adventurous around water.

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However, even if you’re still interested, purchasing one could be harder than expected. 

No specific release date yet

When Apple officially announced the Vision Pro in June 2023, it revealed some important details about the device.

For example, you can use it with prescription lenses but not while wearing your glasses. Instead, Apple will add dedicated lenses to the headset for a fee. The Vision Pro is also privacy-centric, using an iris-identification system to unlock it. 

However, Apple has yet to provide the device’s exact release date. Instead, it should arrive in early 2023, beginning in the United States.

Apple’s press release mentioned it would bring the Vision Pro to additional countries later that year but did not provide more details. 

It’s also worth pointing out that many Apple products have faced delays in being announced or released — including the Vision Pro itself, which many hoped they’d officially hear about in 2022. 

The lack of a precise release date could make it more challenging for some people to purchase the Apple Vision Pro when it does come out.

Moreover, a delayed release date could prompt Apple’s biggest devotees to buy one. That could shut out people who are slightly less motivated. 

Many announcements about the latest tech products and achievements get people excited. They like how advanced algorithms can work orders of magnitude faster than humans when finding data patterns.

However, enthusiasm alone is not always enough to interest them in buying pricey products as soon as they become available. 

Supply chain troubles slashed production numbers

Media coverage from July 2023 indicates Apple’s supply chain partners will produce fewer Vision Pro gadgets than anticipated. Parties familiar with the matter say Luxshare, the device’s sole assembler, will make less than 400,000 units in 2024. 

Additionally, two suppliers providing specific Vision Pro components said Apple only requested 130,000 to 150,000 in the first year.

Apple’s earlier sales targets were to sell 1 million headsets during that time, indicating a significant drop. Industry insiders say Apple made more conservative estimates after doubting it could scale production. 

It’s easy to imagine people with the most resources snatching up as many Apple Vision Pro devices as possible, then selling them much higher than the retail price to people most willing to pay. That would make it much harder to own the device. 

Plus, if first-year production numbers are as low as these reports say, scammers will probably capitalize on the buzz, trying to sell people headsets they don’t actually have. 

Non-U.S. users could initially be shut out even if buying from Apple

Some of the most eager enthusiasts outside the United States may plan trips stateside to buy the headset in Apple retail outlets on its release day or get friends living in the country to send the headsets to wherever they live.

However, if you’re living outside the United States and thinking about one of these options, you might still be out of luck. 

Apple mentions that the Vision Pro will have a new app store that provides content that will work well with the headset.

However, some of Apple’s content is location-restricted. People who get a Vision Pro from the United States and try to use it elsewhere may not get some content. 

Will you still try to get an Apple Vision Pro?

Owning an Apple Vision Pro in 2024 could be an out-of-reach goal. Although Apple’s products are often in high demand, this one has some particular challenges.

However, if you’re still set on getting one, there’s no harm in trying — while keeping realistic expectations.

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Apple revealed the Vision Pro at the World Wide Developers Conference 2023 alongside several new Apple products. 

The Apple Vision Pro is a VR (Virtual Reality) headset, one of the most anticipated products at the launch event. And suffice it to say that the AR/VR headset was the event’s star, which will be available in early 2024 at a whopping price of $3,499. 

However, the arrival of this new Apple headset has created a slight commotion among the users. They are confused about how the Vision Pro AR/VR headset works and whether it requires an iPhone to operate.

What is VisionOS for the Apple Vision Pro? How does it work? 

Short Answer: VisionOS is the operating system for the Apple Vision Pro VR headset. 

The Vision Pro is a remarkable addition to Apple’s lineup, boasting not only cutting-edge hardware but also a dedicated operating system called VisionOS.

Designed to power the device, VisionOS offers users a three-dimensional immersive interface, a feature common to other VR headsets.

Moreover, VisionOS enables users to launch multiple windows and run various applications concurrently. However, what truly sets the Vision Pro apart from its competitors is its revolutionary and distinctive features, many of which are yet to be revealed.

The Vision Pro doesn’t require a controller, which makes the experience more immersive. Users can rely on simple gestures in the air, which the Vision Pro captures seamlessly.

There are 12 cameras to capture the user’s movements and the surrounding environment. Additionally, the Eyesight feature allows the user’s eyes to be visible through the glass, creating a sense of connection to the real world.

It is important to note that Apple designed the Vision Pro to be a self-sufficient device. Users can enjoy its full functionality without the need for an additional Apple device, such as an iPhone, to operate it.

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