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The Walt Disney Company’s relationship with Apple is one that some might thank Disney CEO Bob Iger for. In his book The Ride of a Lifetime, Disney CEO Bob Iger talked a lot about how he managed to secure that partnership, delving into his relationship with the late Steve Jobs, the co-founder and former CEO of Apple. The Steve Jobs-Bob Iger bromance is legendary. Iger starting Disney’s relationship with Apple led to a long string of collaborations, with a notable one being the merging of Disney with Pixar Animation Studios.
There have been rumors swirling that Apple might buy the Walt Disney Company / Credit: Disney/Apple
Apple & Disney
The relationship is so well documented that there have been persistent rumors that Apple might merge with the Walt Disney Company altogether, creating what will certainly become one of the most powerful corporations in history. It’s a merger that would be worth a lot too.
However, while there is no official word on any forthcoming Apple-Disney merger, we do have word on Disney’s latest collaboration with the tech giant.
Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger is speaking at the 2023 Apple Worldwide Developers Conference, and he just revealed some incredibly exciting news. Journalist Scott Gustint took to Twitter to share the update:
BREAKING: Disney+ will be available on Apple Vision Pro on Day 1.
— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) June 5, 2023
Per this latest announcement, Disney’s streaming service, Disney+ (Disney Plus) will be available on Apple Vision Pro from its launch!
NEW: Full video showing Disney+ on Apple Vision Pro. Disney+ will be available on Day 1.
— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) June 5, 2023
Apple Vision Pro
The Apple Vision Pro is the tech company’s latest innovation, an Augmented Reality headset that is ready to launch after a reported seven years in development. The system of this new Apple headset is far more focused on augmented reality than virtual reality, and pricing will start at $3499.
Left: Disney CEO Bob Iger, Right: Former CEO of Apple, Steve Jobs / Credit: nagi usano, Flickr/ David Geller, Flickr
“We’re so proud to yet again be partnering the greatest storytelling company in the world with the most innovative technology company in the world to bring you real-life magic,” Iger said during the keynote address. “These are just a few of the ways we can bring Disney into your world with Apple Vision Pro, and we’re looking forward to sharing more in the coming months.”
