May 27, 2024 – Recently, the global non-profit organization Design and Art Direction Association (D&AD) presented Apple with the prestigious Black Pencil award, acknowledging the remarkable achievements of its VisionOS operating system in the field of digital design.
In response to this honor, Apple CEO Tim Cook took to social media to express his excitement, stating that the experience delivered by Vision Pro is so profound that first-time users often feel an “emotional connection.”
Cook’s comment stems from the fact that the Black Pencil is the highest accolade granted by D&AD, reserved only for groundbreaking works, and awarded to a very select few each year.
Since its inception in 1962, the D&AD Pencil awards have garnered immense respect in the design community. Apple’s receipt of this award not only recognizes the relentless efforts of its design team but also affirms the innovative advancements of Vision Pro.
Since its debut at last year’s WWDC conference, Vision Pro has captivated the global tech enthusiast community with its revolutionary technology. Priced at a steep $3,499 in the US market, which translates to approximately 25,368 Yuan, the product’s allure extends beyond its price tag.
Vision Pro is slated to arrive in more countries later this year. However, despite the initial buzz surrounding its launch, market enthusiasm seems to have waned somewhat. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo previously claimed that Apple has revised downward its Vision Pro shipment forecasts. Nonetheless, the Black Pencil award stands as a testament to Vision Pro’s exceptional design and innovation in the digital realm.
