Is Apple Vision Pro the Future of Property Showings?

The changes in technology move so fast and can become very overwhelming and if you’re not paying attention to it, you will be left behind.

On February 2nd, 2024, Apple released their first virtual reality headset called Apple Vision Pro. It’s only a few days old, but we are already seeing how useful it’s been. Strap on the headset and It can help you learn how to play piano.  

It can add in real time captions and help you translate a conversation with someone.

 It can also help make household chores more fun by vacuuming up digital yellow ping pong balls. 

But one of the biggest features that has a lot people excited is home tours. Want to check out a place, but don’t want to leave your house? No problem! By using the new app, Zillow Immerse, you can can tour a home from, well, the comfort your own home. Take a look: 

Now it should be worth noting the Apple Vision Pro is currently retailing at $3,500. So it’s not likely many will be able to get / afford a Vision Pro anytime soon. But, that doesn’t mean that you should ignore what’s happening. If it’s already being done, it’s happening now. So how can you prepare for the future? If you’re not already, start to learn how to make 3D tours. I’m sure your photos turned out great, but according to Zillow’s research, 74% of prospective renters want 3D tours to help them on their search rather than just looking at static photos. The 3D tours you make could be some of the tours people experience in Vision Pro and help you with your business.

Is it going to be necessary to invest in this technology today? probably not, but as it becomes more affordable it’s something to keep an eye on.