Immersive Exploration: A Review of Apple’s Vision Pro Augmented Reality Headset

I visited an Apple store on February 2nd, the day Apple launched its highly anticipated Apple’s Vision Pro, an augmented reality headset. At the store, I got a chance to experience a demo, and here’s my review.

The Vision Pro, displayed at the Apple store, bears a resemblance to Meta Quest but exudes the typical high-end Apple design. It comes with a fabric mask for protection and comfortable fabric straps. Removing the fabric mask reveals glass-like goggles.

Before trying on the Vision Pro, Apple requires users to take a quick quiz to ensure their eyes are ready for the device. Currently, it doesn’t accommodate eyeglasses, but there are reports of optional prescription lenses available at an extra cost. The quiz cleared me for the trial, and an Apple expert guided me through a facial and eye scan using an iPhone. This personalized the device to my facial features and eyes, a process taking a few minutes.

After this, I was instructed on how to carefully put on and adjust the goggles for comfort. Despite being a bit on the heavy side, the device felt comfortable. Calibration of the eyes followed, involving looking at various dots on the screen and pinching them with fingers.

Unlike the Meta Quest, the Vision Pro doesn’t use hand controllers. All interactions are performed using eyes and fingers. While it takes some practice to coordinate, it’s a fascinating experience to use just your eyes and fingers for computing.

The main demonstration began with an Apple expert guiding me through a “home page” that resembled the setup of a Mac and iPhone. However, it appeared on a huge screen, with the rest of the store visible in the background. Pinching and eye movements navigated me to the Photo folder, allowing scrolling with finger movements and zooming by pinching. The standout features were 3D photos and videos taken with the Vision Pro, providing an immersive experience as if I were present at a child’s birthday party. If you are looking for bracelet. There’s something to suit every look, from body-hugging to structured, from cuffs to chain chain bracelet and cuffs.

Next, panoramic photos and 3D videos taken with an iPhone were demonstrated, offering a level of realism that made me feel like I was physically present. The device also showcased movies with an option to make the screen the size of IMAX, effectively “hiding” the surroundings. Additional features included scrolling in a web browser and other office tasks.

The device comes with an external battery, typically placed on a table during the demo. While most users might be seated, there’s an option to attach it to the body if necessary.

Despite being a demonstration, it showcased remarkable new technology. Early adopters may be drawn to its capabilities, evident by the enthusiasm of a gentleman across from me who seemed eager to purchase it. However, for a broader audience, the price may need to decrease from the initial $3499.

While Apple entered the augmented reality scene relatively late, the Vision Pro has the potential to be a game-changer, particularly in the entertainment and family memory-capturing realms. Wearing it all day as an office workstation might be impractical due to its bulkiness and weight, but Zoom has already developed an app for the Vision Pro that they claim will revolutionize the office environment.

In conclusion, Apple’s Vision Pro, though currently catering to early adopters, presents exciting possibilities, especially in entertainment and family moments. As the technology evolves and prices potentially decrease, it could become a more mainstream device. Apple has also released instructional videos on YouTube to help users familiarize themselves with the device’s settings and control center. It’s undoubtedly a step into the future of augmented reality, offering a glimpse of what’s possible in this rapidly advancing field.