Apple’s Reality TV Show ‘Planet of the Apps’ Keeps Getting Weirder
As new information about Apple and Propagate’s original reality TV show, "Planet of the Apps," continues to surface, it becomes increasingly difficult to grasp what they’re trying to achieve with this ambitious project. The latest update from Variety reveals that Jessica Alba is joining the cast as a mentor and adviser. For those who may have missed the previous episodes, here’s a brief recap: "Planet of the Apps" is an original reality TV show designed to air exclusively on Apple Music or the Apple TV, possibly other Apple services in the future.
The Concept Behind ‘Planet of the Apps’
The TV show revolves around the app economy, following app developers from the conception of their idea to the submission and beyond. The teams will receive guidance from esteemed mentors, funding from top-tier venture capital firms like Lightspeed Venture Partners, and promotion on the App Store. Despite the unfortunate title, it’s possible that "Planet of the Apps" could be an entertaining show.
The Eclectic Cast of Mentors
Gwyneth Paltrow, Will.i.am, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Jessica Alba will all offer their expertise to the teams competing on the show. While they’re undoubtedly talented and famous individuals, it’s uncertain whether they possess the necessary qualifications to provide guidance on design, engineering, or growth strategy for releasing a new app on the App Store.
A Questionable Lineup of Mentors
In contrast to the likes of Whitney Wolfe, Evan Spiegel, Anne Wojcicki, Kevin Systrom, Julia Hartz, Dennis Crowley, Emily Weiss, and Pavel Durov – all prominent figures in the tech industry – Gwyneth Paltrow, Will.i.am, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Jessica Alba seem out of place as mentors. Their expertise lies elsewhere, and it’s unclear how their advice will impact the teams’ chances of success.
The Shooting Schedule and Application Process
"Planet of the Apps" is set to be filmed in Los Angeles starting on October 21. Applications are now open for interested participants, who must have a beta version of their app ready by then. One hundred candidates will participate in this inaugural season, with Product Hunt stepping in to co-host meetups in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Austin, and New York.
The Anticipation Builds
As more information about the show is released, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to predict what they’ll announce next. The teaser campaign has piqued my interest, despite my initial confusion about the show’s concept.
Apple’s Reality TV Show ‘Planet of the Apps’ Keeps Getting Weirder
Apple’s Original Reality TV Show
"Planet of the Apps" is an original reality TV show that will air exclusively on Apple Music or the Apple TV. The show revolves around the app economy, following app developers from conception to submission and beyond.
What Happens on ‘Planet of the Apps’?
- Teams receive guidance from esteemed mentors
- Funding provided by top-tier venture capital firms like Lightspeed Venture Partners
- Promotion on the App Store
The Mentors Behind ‘Planet of the Apps’
Gwyneth Paltrow, Will.i.am, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Jessica Alba will offer their expertise to the teams competing on the show. While they’re undoubtedly talented and famous individuals, it’s uncertain whether they possess the necessary qualifications to provide guidance on design, engineering, or growth strategy for releasing a new app on the App Store.
A Questionable Lineup of Mentors
In contrast to prominent figures like Whitney Wolfe, Evan Spiegel, Anne Wojcicki, Kevin Systrom, Julia Hartz, Dennis Crowley, Emily Weiss, and Pavel Durov – all notable names in the tech industry – Gwyneth Paltrow, Will.i.am, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Jessica Alba seem out of place as mentors. Their expertise lies elsewhere, and it’s unclear how their advice will impact the teams’ chances of success.
The Shooting Schedule and Application Process
"Planet of the Apps" is set to be filmed in Los Angeles starting on October 21. Applications are now open for interested participants, who must have a beta version of their app ready by then. One hundred candidates will participate in this inaugural season, with Product Hunt stepping in to co-host meetups in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Austin, and New York.
The Anticipation Builds
As more information about the show is released, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to predict what they’ll announce next. The teaser campaign has piqued my interest, despite my initial confusion about the show’s concept.
Apple’s Reality TV Show ‘Planet of the Apps’ Keeps Getting Weirder
Apple and Propagate’s original reality TV show continues to raise more questions than answers as new information surfaces. Despite my initial skepticism, the anticipation builds with each passing day.
