
Apple Vision Pro
Apple's mixed-reality headset, which is compared unfavorably to Meta's AR glasses in terms of form factor and social acceptability for everyday use.
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Summary
The Apple Vision Pro is a mixed-reality headset, specifically marketed as a "spatial computer," developed by Apple. It was first announced on June 5, 2023, at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), marking Apple's first new major product category since the Apple Watch in 2015. The device runs on visionOS, a new operating system derived from iPadOS, featuring a 3D user interface that allows users to interact with digital content seamlessly integrated into the real world through intuitive inputs like eye tracking, hand gestures, and voice commands. Key features include "Personas" (realistic avatars), "EyeSight" (an external display showing the user's eyes), ultra-high-resolution displays, and an external battery pack. While praised for its advanced capabilities and immersive experiences, it has been noted for its bulkier design compared to alternatives like Meta's Orion glasses, which are seen as a more streamlined approach to ambient computing. The Vision Pro became available in the U.S. on February 2, 2024, with a global rollout starting June 28, 2024.
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Extracted Attributes
Type
Mixed-reality headset, Spatial computer
Weight
600-650 grams (depending on light seal size and headband)
Developer
Apple
Battery Type
External battery pack
Co-processor
Apple R1 (for real-time sensor input processing)
Key Features
3D user interface, floating windows, dial for immersion, Personas (realistic avatars from facial scans), EyeSight (external display showing user's eyes), spatial video, spatial photos, immersive environments, Mac Virtual Display, support for Magic Keyboard and Magic Trackpad
OS Derivation
Derived from iPadOS frameworks, built upon iOS, iPadOS, and macOS
Included Items
Solo Knit Band, Dual Loop Band, personalized Light Seal (with two Light Seal Cushions), Apple Vision Pro Cover, Polishing Cloth, Battery, USB-C Charge Cable, USB-C Power Adapter
Main Processor
Apple M2 system on a chip (10-core GPU model)
Marketing Term
Spatial computer
Marketing Stance
Avoids marketing as a virtual reality headset
Operating System
visionOS
Battery Connector
12-pin locking variant of Lightning connector
Display Technology
Ultra-high-resolution displays (more pixels than a 4K TV for each eye), supports HDR content
Interaction Methods
Motion gestures, eye tracking, speech recognition (voice commands)
Environmental Features
100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets, 100% recycled tin soldering and gold plating in multiple printed circuit boards, energy efficient, free of mercury, brominated flame retardants, PVC, and beryllium, 100% fiber-based packaging
Storage Configurations
256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Timeline
- Apple Watch released, marking Apple's previous new major product category. (Source: summary, wikipedia)
2015-XX-XX
- Announced at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). (Source: summary, wikipedia)
2023-06-05
- Preorders opened. (Source: web_search_results)
2024-01-19
- Released in the U.S. at all Apple Store locations and online. (Source: web_search_results)
2024-02-02
- Global release begins in new countries and regions. (Source: web_search_results)
2024-06-28
Wikipedia
View on WikipediaApple Vision Pro
The Apple Vision Pro is a mixed-reality headset developed by Apple. It was announced on June 5, 2023, at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) and was released first in the US, then in global territories throughout 2024. Apple Vision Pro is Apple's first new major product category since the release of the Apple Watch in 2015. Apple markets Apple Vision Pro as a spatial computer where digital media is integrated with the real world. Physical inputs—such as motion gestures, eye tracking, and speech recognition—can be used to interact with the system. Apple has avoided marketing the device as a virtual reality headset when discussing the product in presentations and marketing. The device runs visionOS, a mixed-reality operating system derived from iPadOS frameworks using a 3D user interface; it supports multitasking via windows that appear to float within the user's surroundings, as seen by cameras built into the headset. A dial on the top of the headset can be used to mask the camera feed with a virtual environment to increase immersion. The OS supports avatars (officially called "Personas"), which are generated by scanning the user's face; a screen on the front of the headset displays a rendering of the avatar's eyes ("EyeSight"), which are used to indicate the user's level of immersion to bystanders, and assist in communication.
Web Search Results
- Apple Vision Pro - Wikipedia
The Apple Vision Pro is a mixed-reality headset developed by Apple. It was announced on June 5, 2023, at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) and was released first in the US, then in global territories throughout 2024. Apple Vision Pro is Apple's first new major product category since the release of the Apple Watch in 2015.( [...] Apple markets Apple Vision Pro as a spatial computer where digital media is integrated with the real world. Physical inputs—such as motion gestures, eye tracking, and speech recognition—can be used to interact with the system.( Apple has avoided marketing the device as a virtual reality headset when discussing the product in presentations and marketing.( [...] Apple Vision Pro uses the Apple M2 system on a chip. It is accompanied by a co-processor known as Apple R1, which is used for real-time sensor input processing. The device can be purchased with three internal storage configurations: 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB.( It is powered by an external battery pack that connects through a locking connector on the left side of the headband, twisting into place.( The battery pack connects to the headset using a 12-pin locking variant of the Lightning connector
- Apple Vision Pro available in the U.S. on February 2
CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIAApple today announced Apple Vision Pro will be available beginning Friday, February 2, at all U.S. Apple Store locations and the U.S. Apple Store online. Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that transforms how people work, collaborate, connect, relive memories, and enjoy entertainment. Vision Pro seamlessly blends digital content with the physical world and unlocks powerful spatial experiences in visionOS, controlled by the most natural and intuitive inputs [...] The ultimate entertainment experience: Apple Vision Pro features ultra-high-resolution displays that deliver more pixels than a 4K TV for each eye, enabling users to watch movies and TV shows from Apple TV+, Disney+,1 Max, and other services on a screen that feels 100 feet wide with support for HDR content. Within the Apple TV app, users can access more than 150 3D titles with incredible depth wherever they are. Vision Pro also introduces Apple Immersive Video, a remarkable new [...] An infinite canvas for productivity:With key productivity and collaboration apps like Fantastical, Freeform, JigSpace, apps from Microsoft 365, and Slack, Apple Vision Pro is an ideal productivity tool for everyday tasks. Apps can appear side by side at any scale for incredible multitasking, and with support for Magic Keyboard and Magic Trackpad, users can create the perfect workspace. With Mac Virtual Display, users can even bring the powerful capabilities of their Mac into Vision Pro,
- Apple Vision Pro FAQ: Price, features, hands-on insights ... - ZDNET
The Apple Vision Pro is a mixed-reality headset that combines augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). This capability means that, when wearing the headset, you can either completely immerse yourself in the virtual reality environment or use the headset to add an augmented reality layer to your environment. Also: 7 upgrades Apple Vision Pro needs to succeed in business ## What can you do with the Vision Pro headset? [...] The Apple Vision Pro gives users a solid glimpse into the future of the AR/VR space with must-see features such as spatial video, spatial photos, and immersive environments. View at Apple ## How does the Vision Pro look and feel? The Vision Pro's design differs from many existing AR/VR headsets. For example, the device has an external battery pack that resembles the size of an iPhone and connects to the headset via a cable. [...] One of the standout features of the Apple Vision Pro is its advanced hand tracking, which allows users to forgo using controllers for a more immersive AR/VR experience. Unlike the Meta Quest 3, there is no optional controller. Instead, you rely entirely on hand tracking. Also: Vision Pro controller could resemble an Apple Pencil, patent suggests
- Apple Vision Pro arrives in new countries and regions beginning ...
A Revolutionary Spatial Computer Apple Vision Pro is powered by visionOS, a revolutionary operating system, intuitive spatial user interface, and magical input system that users navigate with their eyes, hands, and voice. visionOS is built upon decades of engineering and design innovation in iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, and works seamlessly with Apple’s ecosystem of hardware, software, and services to deliver a delightful experience across users’ favorite Apple devices. [...] Apple Vision Pro is designed with 100 percent recycled rare earth elements in all magnets, and 100 percent recycled tin soldering and gold plating in multiple printed circuit boards. Vision Pro meets Apple’s high standards for energy efficiency, and is free of mercury, brominated flame retardants, PVC, and beryllium. The packaging is 100 percent fiber-based, bringing Apple closer to its goal of eliminating plastics in all packaging by 2025. Today, Apple is carbon neutral for its global [...] When customers order Apple Vision Pro, they will complete a face scan using an iPhone or iPad with Face ID that has the latest version of the Apple Store app. This scan helps users find the optimal Light Seal and head band sizes to provide a precise fit. Apple Vision Pro comes with a Solo Knit Band, a Dual Loop Band, a personalized Light Seal with two Light Seal Cushions, an Apple Vision Pro Cover, Polishing Cloth, Battery, USB-C Charge Cable, and USB-C Power Adapter.
- Apple Vision Pro Full Specs, Features & Details - UploadVR
19 January 2024 Image 2: XShare to Reddit Image 3: FacebookShare to Facebook Image 4: WhatsAppShare to WhatsApp Image 5: Apple Vision Pro Full Specs, Features & Details Please disable your ad blocker or become a member to support our work ☹️ Apple officially revealed the Vision Pro specs when opening preorders today. Vision Pro is physically opaque, but uses high-resolution color cameras to show you the real world, and a display on the front to show your eyes to other people. [...] Apple described making sure that you're "never isolated from the people around you" as one of its "foundational design goals" for Vision Pro, and the company sees it as a clear differentiator to fully opaque headsets like Meta Quest. M2 Chip For 'Unparalleled' Performance -------------------------------------- Vision Pro is powered by the Apple M2 chipset, also used in the latest MacBook Air, Mac Mini, and iPad Pro. Apple confirmed that Vision Pro uses the 10-core GPU model. [...] Despite its external battery design, Vision Pro is quite a heavy headset, at least partially due to its choice of materials. It weighs between 600 and 650 grams depending on the light seal size and chosen head band, and almost all that weight is in the visor itself as Vision Pro's strap isn't rigid. For comparison, Meta Quest 3 weighs 515 grams with the default strap, while Bigscreen Beyond weighs 127 grams - though it's a tethered PC VR headset, lacking computing hardware or any cameras.
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