Alan Dye and Billy Sorrentino have been essential figures in influencing Apple’s design realm over the last ten years. Their recent transition to Meta’s Reality Labs division signifies a major transformation in the design landscape of the tech industry. Both designers are poised to shape the forthcoming generation of wearable technology, such as VR and smart glasses, at Meta.
Alan Dye, who has directed Apple’s user interface team since 2015, will now lead design efforts for hardware, software, and AI integration at Meta. His vast experience at Apple encompasses managing the Vision OS user interface design and playing a key role in significant redesigns of Apple’s operating systems. Dye’s responsibilities at Meta will include modernizing consumer devices with artificial intelligence capabilities, starting December 31.
Billy Sorrentino, recognized for his contributions to Apple’s Vision OS design, Liquid Glass, and the iPhone camera, will be part of Meta’s leading design team. Sorrentino’s award-winning design proficiency will be instrumental in shaping Meta’s Horizon OS, which drives the Meta Quest headsets and upcoming VR devices.
Meta has encountered difficulties in crafting interfaces for its VR headsets and smart glasses, frequently undertaking UI revisions. With the combined expertise of Dye and Sorrentino in Vision OS, Meta intends to develop more cohesive and efficient user interfaces, potentially affecting future products like Meta’s minimalist headset anticipated in 2026.
This strategic hiring initiative by Meta highlights its dedication to progress in the fields of AI, wearables, and spatial computing, capitalizing on the skills of two of Apple’s most prominent designers.
