YouTube’s Official App Now Available on Apple Vision Pro
Apple Vision Pro users can now enjoy a native YouTube experience, as the official YouTube app has been released for visionOS. This development allows users to watch videos on a theater-sized virtual screen within immersive environments, enhancing the overall viewing experience.
Comprehensive Video Support
The new app provides access to the entire YouTube catalog, including standard videos, 180-degree videos, 360-degree videos, and YouTube Shorts. Notably, on Vision Pro models equipped with the M5 chip, users can stream videos in up to 8K resolution, offering unparalleled visual clarity. The app integrates seamlessly with visionOS, ensuring smoother playback and better utilization of the device’s spatial features.
Personalized User Experience
Users can access their subscriptions, playlists, watch history, and recommended videos through the app. This ensures a personalized experience that mirrors the functionality available on other platforms.
Transition from Browser to Native App
Prior to this release, Vision Pro users had to rely on the Safari browser to access YouTube, which lacked an interface optimized for spatial viewing. A third-party app named Juno briefly offered a solution in 2024 but was removed from the App Store for violating YouTube’s Terms of Service. The official app’s release addresses these limitations, providing a dedicated and optimized platform for YouTube content on Vision Pro.
Implications for the Vision Pro Ecosystem
The launch of the official YouTube app signifies growing support for the Vision Pro ecosystem. While some critics questioned the viability of developing a native app for the headset’s user base, YouTube’s commitment enhances the device’s appeal. For Vision Pro owners, this development brings a cleaner interface, higher resolution playback, and a more immersive viewing experience.
Availability
The official YouTube app is now available for download in the visionOS App Store. It is compatible with Apple Vision Pro models featuring both the M2 and M5 chips.
