Netflix confirms that it will not have a dedicated app for the Apple Vision Pro

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Netflix doesn't plan to release a dedicated app for the Apple Vision Pro, and the company won't modify its iPad version to run on headphones. Instead, users will have to resort to the web version, which means they can't access features like downloading titles to watch offline.

“Our members will be able to enjoy Netflix on the web browser on Vision Pro, similar to how our members can enjoy Netflix on Mac,” a Netflix spokesperson said in a statement provided to TechCrunch.

Bloomberg It was reported in July that Netflix had no plans for a native app, however, this is the official confirmation from the streaming giant.

Although the browser version should perform almost as well as the iPad version, it will be a disappointment for subscribers who were looking forward to having an immersive experience while watching their favorite Netflix content. In comparison, Disney+ seems to want to outdo its competition with four wallpapers inspired by Marvel's Avengers Tower and the Scare Floor from Monsters Inc. Produced by Pixar, Hollywood's El Capitan Theater features a Star Wars-themed environment featuring Luke Skywalker's cockpit. Landspeeder and the planet Tatooine.

If we look at Netflix's old Meta Quest app, it's not hard to see that the streamer probably isn't investing in mixed reality headsets as much as other companies. Many Quest users have He complained About the “terrible accuracy” of the application, bugs and poor quality in general.

One user wrote:

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Mixed reality headsets are still niche products and Netflix likely thinks the Vision Pro won't be a big hit with customers — at least not right away — especially given the outrageous price tag ($3,500).

Apple Vision Pro will be available for purchase on February 2 and will include the ability to download and stream movies and TV shows from popular services like Disney+, Apple TV+, Max, Discovery+, Paramount+, Prime Video, Peacock, Pluto TV, and Tubi. Among other things. There will also be 150 3D movies available for rent and purchase, including “Avatar: The Way of Water,” “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” “The Super Mario Bros,” “Dune” and more. Pre-orders for the device will open tomorrow, January 19, at 8 a.m. ET.