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Eric, Dave, and Marty talk about Retrocade and other great stories

BETA 
visionOS26.3 RC
https://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-26_3-release-notes 

NEWS
Patents
Apple Patent Reveals Split‑Cadence Eye Tracking for Low‑Power AR Glasses
https://x.com/PatentlyApple/status/2019735935169315055
Apple Reinvents Eye Tracking With Laser‑Based SMI Technology
https://x.com/PatentlyApple/status/2018780751077196106

Retrocade
Resolution Games launches Apple Vision Pro game Retrocade on Apple Arcade | interview
https://gamesbeat.com/resolution-games-launches-apple-vision-pro-game-retrocade-on-apple-arcade-interview/
How to turn an Apple Vision Pro into a retro videogame arcade
https://www.ped30.com/2026/02/07/apple-vision-pro-retrocade/ 
Retrocade turns the Vision Pro into a convincing virtual arcade
https://www.multicore.blog/p/retrocade-turns-the-vision-pro-into 
Apple’s Vision Pro Could Not Provide Me the (Fake) Arcade of My Dreams
https://gizmodo.com/apples-vision-pro-could-not-provide-me-the-fake-arcade-of-my-dreams-2000717554
Retrocade Transforms Apple Vision Pro into a Living 80s Arcade
https://www.techeblog.com/retrocade-apple-vision-pro-app-80s-arcade/

Lakers Game game#2 experience? 
https://lakersnation.com/apple-immersive-lakers-courtside-spectrum-front-row-vision-pro/

Application - Archeology
The Apple Vision Pro: Useful Mixed/Augmented Reality (MR/AR) Headset for Archaeology or Not Quite There Yet?
https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/advances-in-archaeological-practice/article/apple-vision-pro-useful-mixedaugmented-reality-mrar-headset-for-archaeology-or-not-quite-there-yet/250167C7C28A7CC4D6A1CBA1FFA30F50

PSVR2 ControllersIs Apple no longer selling the PlayStation VR2 Sense controller for the Vision Pro?
https://appleworld.today/2026/02/is-apple-no-longer-selling-the-playstation-vr2-sense-controller-for-the-vision-pro/

Glasses Again
Next-gen Vision Pro: Is the future of Apple’s visionOS tech actually smart glasses?
https://www.stuff.tv/features/next-gen-apple-vision-glasses/

Etsy EyecoversFor $8, This Changes Everything
https://www.reddit.com/r/AppleVisionPro/comments/1qyu1w9/for_8_this_changes_everything/
Link to Etsy produced covers
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4439299259/anti-sleep-cap-for-apple-vision-pro-3d 

Geography app
I built a 3D geography app for Vision Pro – almost nobody uses it. What am I doing wrong?
https://www.reddit.com/r/AppleVisionPro/comments/1qzdq4w/i_built_a_3d_geography_app_for_vision_pro_almost/ 
Yacko Sings the Countries (for Eric)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1508wboZXk 

Waddle news
What are your thoughts about this, am I thinking wrong?
https://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/comments/1qzeazr/what_are_your_thoughts_about_this_am_i_thinking

Smash Bros
I didn't expect this to work...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50K_Z7lTGzw

Smart Glasses
I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses, and they can easily replace my living room TV
https://www.zdnet.com/article/rayneo-air-4-pro-hdr10-smart-glasses-ces/

APPS
Retrocade
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/retrocade/id6746784702
Hand Physics Lab 10$
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hand-physics-lab/id6752609486

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The whole VPF gang has gone dog wild this week with immersive videos
NEWS
2 year anniversary
Apple Vision Pro Launched Two Years Ago Today
https://www.macrumors.com/2026/02/02/apple-vision-pro-launched-two-years-ago
Apple Vision Pro Launched Two Years Ago Today
https://appleday.org/apple-vision-pro-launched-two-years-ago

Cancer detection
Rush Tests Apple Vision Pro for Colon Cancer Detection
https://hoodline.com/2026/01/rush-docs-strap-on-apple-goggles-in-high-tech-colon-cancer-hunt/
Rush Medical Center tests Apple Vision Pro to help detect colon cancer
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/rush-medical-center-tests-apple-vision-pro-help-detect-colon-cancer

Patents
This week Apple filed for a Series of new Trademarks and Won Several Design Patents
https://x.com/PatentlyApple/status/2017651333512499702

Apple invents a new Rendering Architecture for Vision Pro that Boosts Effective Resolution 
https://x.com/PatentlyApple/status/2017283455789502975

Apple Patent Reveals Flexible Electronic Bridge System for possible Future Modular AR Glasses
https://x.com/PatentlyApple/status/2016859264195895497

Dog-u-Series
Vision Pro goes to the dogs
https://sixcolors.com/link/2026/01/vision-pro-goes-to-the-dogs/

Immersive Dog Show Series ‘Top Dogs’ Premieres on Apple Vision Pro
https://www.macstories.net/news/immersive-dog-show-series-top-dogs-premieres-on-apple-vision-pro

Reviews
Apple Vision Pro: the 2026 review
https://www.multicore.blog/p/apple-vision-pro-2026-review-m2

Samsung Galaxy XR review: A great Vision Pro alternative, but for whom?
https://mashable.com/review/galaxy-xr-headset

Tony Fadell Slams 'AI-First' Hype, Calls Apple Vision Pro an 'Abject Failure'
https://www.iclarified.com/99779/tony-fadell-slams-aifirst-hype-calls-apple-vision-pro-an-abject-failure-video

AVP Gaming
Apple Vision Pro Is A Sleeping Gaming Beast
https://gameinformer.com/opinion/2026/01/27/apple-vision-pro-is-a-sleeping-gaming-beast

Video Production
High-Quality Apple Immersive Video Encoding with Compressor (AIVU Workflow)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fz9KYhaaPVE

APPS
Papa’s Ball and Tee
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/papas-ball-and-tee/id6757321188

AirDraw - Finger Paint
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/airdraw-finger-paint/id6477749286
AirDraw: Slick 3D drawing for Vision Pro
https://jnack.com/blog/2026/01/28/airdraw-slick-3d-drawing-for-vision-pro/ 

Retrocade expected February 5
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/retrocade/id6746784702

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Dave, Marty, and Eric speak about some exciting new patents, top software for team productivity, and some celestial apps.

BETA
visionOS 26.3 Beta 3 Release Notes
https://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-26_3-release-notes 

NEWS
Apple Vision Pro Powers New Wave of Immersive Education
https://www.newswise.com/articles/apple-vision-pro-powers-new-wave-of-immersive-education 

Apple Vision Pro + GeForce Now = Enjoying my flight delay
https://www.reddit.com/r/GeForceNOW/comments/1qlo12g/apple_vision_pro_geforce_now_enjoying_my_flight/

Patents
A Future Version of Vision Pro could Auto Fit your Eyes without Digging into your Nose
https://x.com/PatentlyApple/status/2015046583562473558
Apple Patent Reveals Motorized Facial Interface for Next‑Gen Vision Pro Headset
https://x.com/PatentlyApple/status/2014738952427864113 
Apple is Developing an Ultra-Thin Geometric-Phase Lens System to Improve Display Uniformity
https://x.com/PatentlyApple/status/2014004698530164856 
Apple Patents Retinal 'Hot Corner' Triggers to Bring Always-On Gaze Gestures to Future AR Glasses
https://x.com/PatentlyApple/status/2013643960456225064 

Speculation
Forget Vision Pro: 2026 Apple Glasses Are Sleeker, Cheaper, and Designed for Everyone
Forget Vision Pro: 2026 Apple Glasses Are Sleeker, Cheaper, and Designed for Everyone 

EntertainmentApple Shares Trailer for 'Top Dogs' Immersive Docuseries on Vision Pro
https://9to5mac.com/2026/01/22/apple-shares-trailer-for-new-top-dogs-immersive-doguseries-coming-to-vision-pro/ 

Essay
10 Best Vision Pro 3 Spatial Canvas Productivity Tools for Remote Teams
https://www.downgraf.com/advice/10-best-vision-pro-3-spatial-canvas-productivity-tools-for-remote-teams/ 

APPS
Caelum: Spatial Planetarium
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/caelum-spatial-planetarium/id6757993013 

Theater: Cinema & Events
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/theater-cinema-events/id6502666560 
WAI-000 the best immersive experience ever on Theater app
https://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/comments/1qmwvya/wai000_the_best_immersive_experience_ever_on 

ReminderFollow the live stream at YouTube.com/@VisionProfiles on Monday nights at 9 PM EST or catch the video later on Youtube or audio on any pod catcher service

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Marty, Dave, and Eric talk about some new immersive releases including K-Pop and some great apps

Live NBA
The Vision Pro Slam Dunk
https://spyglass.org/vision-pro-nba-game-vr/
Immersive Lakers Game Now Widely Available on Apple Vision Pro
https://www.macstories.net/news/immersive-lakers-game-now-widely-available-on-apple-vision-pro/ 
Apple Vision Pro Courtside NBA Test Delivers Mixed Thrill
https://www.findarticles.com/apple-vision-pro-courtside-nba-test-delivers-mixed-thrill/
I tried Apple's most ambitious Vision Pro feature yet, and it let me down in the best way
https://www.zdnet.com/article/apple-vision-pro-nba-lakers-immersive/ 
Update your NBA App to 1.6.5
https://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/comments/1qetq3k/update_your_nba_app_to_165/ 

Patents
Beyond Face ID, Apple Pursues FMCW Lidar for Ultra‑Secure, Spoof‑Resistant Eye Identification
https://x.com/PatentlyApple/status/2012905992137367641 

Apple Vision Pro could gain an Apple Pencil-like controller
https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/01/11/vision-pro-could-gain-an-apple-pencil-like-controller 
Apple Pencil Vision Pro Support Could Transform Computing
https://apple.gadgethacks.com/news/apple-pencil-vision-pro-support-could-transform-computing/ 

Red Bull Racing
Red Bull Racing Launches 2026 F1 Car Using Apple Vision Pro Headsets
https://www.redmondpie.com/red-bull-racing-launches-2026-f1-car-using-apple-vision-pro-headsets/

CORTIS
CORTIS Debuts 'GO!' on Apple Vision Pro
https://www.chosun.com/english/kpop-culture-en/2026/01/16/4CQNI5JJ5NGXDGDLKNL4JKQLJQ/ 
CORTIS Immersive is not good
https://www.reddit.com/r/AppleVisionPro/comments/1qfh8dj/cortis_immersive_is_not_good/

Arcade Games
Apple Vision Pro owners will get a great assortment of classic arcade games in VR soon
https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/01/14/apple-vision-pro-owners-will-get-a-great-assortment-of-classic-arcade-games-in-vr-soon 
Primary: News in Depth
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/primary-news-in-depth/id6751006185
Today we launched Primary: News in Depth 
https://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/comments/1qcppjn/today_we_launched_primary_news_in_depth/ 
Tubular Pro
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tubular-pro/id6742420581 Tubular Pro 2.0 is now in TestFlight! Here are the details and the link to join!
https://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/comments/1qggb5v/tubular_pro_20_is_now_in_testflight_here_are_the/
Spatial Film
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/spatial-film/id6670564820
Sceno
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sceno/id6480318982

Mulan 2125
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mulan-2125/id6747658557

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Dave, Marty, and Eric speak about this week’s news with the Apple Vision Pro  and a love for live-streamed NBA game.

BETAApple Seeds Second Betas of watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, and visionOS 26.3 to Developers 
https://www.iclarified.com/99598/apple-seeds-second-betas-of-watchos-263-tvos-263-and-visionos-263-to-developers-download 
Release notes
https://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-26_3-release-notes 

NEWS
PatentsPatently Apple on X: "Apple Patent Reveals Multi-Pivot Hinge Design for AR Glasses that solves Cable R
https://x.com/PatentlyApple/status/2009001378396704890 
Patently Apple on X: "Apple Wins Patent for Advanced Gaze Behavior Detection for Next-Gen XR Using
https://x.com/PatentlyApple/status/2008568459702223073 

Personas (non-grata)
Vision Pro Persona: What It Is, How to Set It Up, and How It's Evolved in visionOS - AppleMagazine
https://applemagazine.com/vision-pro-persona/ 

Immersive education
Apple Vision Pro Powers New Wave of Immersive Education
https://ece.gatech.edu/news/2026/01/apple-vision-pro-powers-new-wave-immersive-education 

Brush up that resume
600 - Jobs - Careers at Apple
https://jobs.apple.com/en-us/search?search=vision+pro 

XR is Better
I tried the Samsung Galaxy XR mixed-reality headset at CES 2026. It's way better than Apple Vision Pro | Ter
https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/tech-news-technology/samsung-galaxy-xr-headset-ces-2026-hands-on-10468561/ 

You don’t get me
Apple: You (Still) Don't Understand the Vision Pro - Stratechery by Ben Thompson
https://stratechery.com/2026/apple-you-still-dont-understand-the-vision-pro/ 

Live NBA
Forget the $10,000 Lakers Seats. All You Need Is a $3,499 Apple Vision Pro - CNET
https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/nba-lakers-games-spectrum-front-row-apple-vision-pro/ 
Thoughts On The Lakers First Apple Vision Pro Immersive Live Broadcast
https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/nba-lakers-games-spectrum-front-row-apple-vision-pro/ 
NBA Announces Full Schedule for Immersive Lakers Games on Apple Vision Pro
https://www.roadtovr.com/lakers-nba-schedule-apple-vision-pro-2026/ 
When and how to watch Lakers games in Apple Immersive format on Vision Pro
https://appleinsider.com/inside/apple-vision-pro/tips/when-and-how-to-watch-lakers-games-in-apple-immersive-format-on-vision-pro 
Vision Pro NBA Games: The Technical Architecture Behind Apple Immersive Basketball - 
https://applemagazine.com/vision-pro-nba-games/ 
What it’s like to watch an NBA game courtside in Apple Vision Pro
https://9to5mac.com/2026/01/12/what-its-like-to-watch-an-nba-game-courtside-in-apple-vision-pro/ 
App
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nba-live-games-scores/id484672289?platform=vision

APPS
Our Favorite Quest, PC VR, PS VR2 & Apple Vision Pro Games Of 2025
https://www.uploadvr.com/best-quest-pcvr-psvr2-apple-vision-pro-games-2025/ 
Waddle
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/waddle-street-view-explorer/id6756785659

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