Apple’s first original series is getting ready for production.
Dubbed Planet of the Apps, the reality show, which was unveiled earlier this year but had not yet been named, will be accepting cash submissions between now and Aug. 26. The show’s producers have requested a one-minute video introducing the person, the name and description of his or her app, and how much money the person needs to get it to the App Store, among other things. The show’s site also lists several tips on lighting and audio to help users submit their video.
But before you get your camera and tripod ready, be aware that Apple is only seeking those who already have an iOS, macOS, tvOS, or watchOS app in beta, or will have it in beta by Oct. 21.
Apple AAPL 0.03% announced in March that it wouldlBut if you’re a developer or hoping to become one and want your shot at getting on Apple’s first original series, now’s your chance.aunch its first original series. While the company shared few details at the time, it did say that music artist Will.i.am, along with TV executives Ben Silverman and Howard T. Owens would be involved in the show. In an interview withThe New York Times, Apple’s senior vice president of Internet software and services Eddy Cue said that the then-unnamed show would centre on apps and the company’s App Store.
The move was an important one for Apple as it tries to round out its existing content offerings. While it has produced some exclusive content, including a behind-the-scenes documentary on Taylor Swift’s 1989 world tour, the company hasn’t jumped into the original content market like Amazon or Netflix. Planet of the Apps (which is quite a play on words) is an attempt at expanding its exclusive content and getting more people to its services.
According to the showrunners, Planet of the Apps will film in Los Angeles starting in late 2016 and run through early 2017. Anyone who cannot make the schedule work, they say, should not apply.
But if you’re a developer or hoping to become one and want your shot at getting on Apple’s first original series, now’s your chance.