Some Apple Stores Closing Early on Sunday Ahead of Vision Pro Launch

[MacRumors]

At least 70 of Apple's retail stores in the U.S. will be closing earlier than usual on Sunday, according to Apple's website. Most of Apple's other retail stores across the country already have reduced hours on Sundays.

In his newsletter earlier this month, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said all Apple retail stores would be holding three-hour meetings for all employees on January 21, the same day that some stores are closing early. Some employees believe these meetings will discuss Vision Pro sales procedures and other training material for Apple's headset, according to Gurman.

Apple did not respond to our request for comment.

Vision Pro launches in the U.S. on February 2, with pre-orders beginning this Friday. Starting on February 2 at 8 a.m. local time, at least some of Apple's stores in the U.S. will allow customers to sign up for a demo of the headset. Apple said it will offer demos from February 2 through February 4 on a first‑come, first‑served basis.

We previously reported on how to prepare for Vision Pro pre-orders, for customers who are willing to spend $3,499 on the headset.

MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris assisted with this story.

Article Link: Some Apple Stores Closing Early on Sunday Ahead of Vision Pro Launch

 

[currentinterest]

I will have mine sent directly to my home, I see no reason to pick it up at an Apple Store. Perhaps this is for people who wish to demo the product without actually purchasing. I found out lenses can be ordered for another person, the jury is still out on ordering additional different light seals.

 

[reyesmac]

Let's see if the Gen 1 model can live up to the dream. Usually Apple Gen 1 models hold the promise of awesomeness but seem so underpowered and seriously lacking by Gen 2 or 3.

 

[Blackstick]

I will have mine sent directly to my home, I see no reason to pick it up at an Apple Store. Perhaps this is for people who wish to demo the product without actually purchasing. I found out lenses can be ordered for another person, the jury is still out on ordering additional different light seals.

Man with how many light seals there are, I'd want to be fit in person. It's probably gonna be a mess to get them exchanged. And probably as ridiculous as the flawed Apple Watch process where you get to return the whole watch if you ordered the wrong size/style band.

 

[Blackstick]

Let's see if the Gen 1 model can live up to the dream. Usually Apple Gen 1 models hold the promise of awesomeness but seem so underpowered and seriously lacking by Gen 2 or 3.

They can nix the display on the outside of the goggles right now and save $1000 on the price tag because I'm never using these when around other human beings.

 

[Harry Haller]

I wonder how the "select media" will react?
Looks like iJustine is trying out the Marcel Marceau app.

 

[clcnyc]

Can you order the Vision Pro, and then order the lenses after? I can't get in to get an updated rx til after tomorrow.

 

[swiftapplefan]

It's time, finally. I won't be able to purchase one, but I'm really excited for this step forward in technology.

 

[Lounge vibes 05]

They can nix the display on the outside of the goggles right now and save $1000 on the price tag because I'm never using these when around other human beings.

Highly doubt that display is anywhere near the most costly component.
At least not compared to the actual internal displays.

 

[Lounge vibes 05]

Can you order the Vision Pro, and then order the lenses after? I can't get in to get an updated rx til after tomorrow.

Yes, because the lenses aren’t being sold by Apple.

 

[Harry Haller]

Forbes reporter calls the AVP a technical Tour De Force.

Apple’s Vision Pro Is A Technical Tour De Force, But Accessibility Fascinates Most

As wearables go, it’s one thing to put computers in your ears (AirPods) and on your wrist (Apple Watch). Putting one on your face (Vision Pro) is different.

www.forbes.com

 

[iZac]

I wonder if the media and YouTubers that demoed it the other day also went home with the kits for review?

I would expect the first reviews to come out just before the release and Apple must be prepping and fitting for them so they’re not unencumbered by finding the best size, fit and position to wear it before they review the whole package.

 

[joejoe2000]

I will have mine sent directly to my home, I see no reason to pick it up at an Apple Store. Perhaps this is for people who wish to demo the product without actually purchasing. I found out lenses can be ordered for another person, the jury is still out on ordering additional different light seals.

I wonder if Apple will be sending them out signature-required. It can be less convenient than non-signature, but these are not cheap, and undoubtedly porch piracy on Feb 1st and 2nd will be up, and not by accident.

 

[Rychiar]

I wonder if Apple will be sending them out signature-required. It can be less convenient than non-signature, but these are not cheap, and undoubtedly porch piracy on Feb 1st and 2nd will be up, and not by accident.

Everything apple ships SHOULD require a signature… unfortunately the only thing I ‘ve received that they wouldn’t leave was the damn Apple Card. Meanwhile Brand new iPhones and Mac’s are being left on my front porch for hours useless fedex

 

[kiensoy]

Man with how many light seals there are, I'd want to be fit in person. It's probably gonna be a mess to get them exchanged. And probably as ridiculous as the flawed Apple Watch process where you get to return the whole watch if you ordered the wrong size/style band.

Yeah those people who tried it this week got their heads scanned and even that way they didn't get a good fit.

 

[HobeSoundDarryl]

Everything apple ships SHOULD require a signature… unfortunately the only thing I ‘ve received that they wouldn’t leave was the damn Apple Card. Meanwhile Brand new iPhones and Mac’s are being left on my front porch for hours useless fedex

A game of probabilities applies. Apparently, their systems say you are a safe bet for no claim. Another person will have to sign. I'm in an upscale gated community where almost no crime has occurred in 20 years, with a significantly hidden (from street) entryway and have had tons of stuff delivered here by FEDEX and Apple. Last purchase from Apple? Had to sign. Perhaps it's the orange jumpsuit and ankle tracker I'm wearing that alters the probability analytics? Or maybe the bandit mask and black & white striped prisoner costume?

If you want to "fix" your problem(?), "lose" the next delivery and make a claim. They'll be sure to seek your autograph up to forever after.

Else, if you don't want to break the law, log onto FEDEX and make your shipments "signature required" yourself.

 

[currentinterest]

Yeah those people who tried it this week got their heads scanned and even that way they didn't get a good fit.

 

[currentinterest]

When ordering a face scan is required, so the seal will likely come packaged at the store. Will they really have time or the inventory to swap them out on launch day?

 

[dgeviper]

Forget the Newton and the Pippin. Apple does what Nintendon't.

 

[jimbobb24]

Can you order the Vision Pro, and then order the lenses after? I can't get in to get an updated rx til after tomorrow.

Yes it appears that you can

 

[nfl46]

I already know I will get a call from my CC company thinking this purchase is fraud since it’s so expensive. lol.

 

[HobeSoundDarryl]

Didn't you hear: the pessimists are absolutely certain that NO ONE will buy this at all. They know best for everyone else. So if you do buy one, your CC company will almost certainly assume system error and probably not charge you. Because if it's impossible that anyone would choose to buy one, none must have been purchased.

Bonus: at least one of these pessimists must be working for each card company and they can confirm the very obvious and absolute error. Else you have probably 5K-10K posts loaded with absolute certainty that this product is for no one at all... and even those who think they may want one are absolutely wrong... and will not buy. Irrefutable evidence galore.

 

[Blackstick]

The US has a population of 330 million. Figure at least 80 million are under 18.

Hundreds of millions in the US can’t afford this. It’s extremely expensive as priced, a toy for the affluent so far. Apple hasn’t released sales numbers in a decade at least — so you can’t make the claim Pros outsell Airs. It’s widely speculated that Airs outsell Pros but Mac numbers are a sliver of iPhone in general.

Didn't you hear: the pessimists are absolutely certain that NO ONE will buy this at all. They know best for everyone else. So if you do buy one, your CC company will almost certainly assume system error and probably not charge you. Because if it's impossible that anyone would choose to buy one, none must have been purchased.

Bonus: at least one of these pessimists must be working for each card company and they can confirm the very obvious and absolute error. Else you have probably 5K-10K posts loaded with absolute certainty that this product is for no one at all... and even those who think they may want one are absolutely wrong... and will not buy. Irrefutable evidence galore.

They’ll sell every single one they make, because they can make so few. Backordered to next May immediately.

 

[svish]

Good to know. Expecting huge crowds in Apple stores to get a demo on February 2nd.

 

[JapanApple]

I wonder how the "select media" will react?
Looks like iJustine is trying out the Marcel Marceau app.

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Well atleast the images looks fun.