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Apple Vision Pro: The Headset that Makes You Feel Like Tony Stark

Jun 07, 2023

4 min read

Apple Vision Pro: The Headset that Makes You Feel Like Tony Stark

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Have you ever wished you could have a holographic display like Tony Stark in the Iron Man movies? Well, your wish is about to come true with the Apple Vision Pro, the first mixed-reality headset from Apple that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space.

The Apple Vision Pro was announced on June 5, 2023, at the 2023 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) and will be available for purchase in early 2024. It is a revolutionary device that lets you navigate simply by using your eyes, hands, and voice. You can do the things you love in ways never before possible, whether it's working, playing, or creating.

Main Features of The Apple Vision Pro

The Apple Vision Pro has a stunning design that consists of a single piece of 3D glass that acts as a lens and a display front. It has an aluminum frame covered by a flexible cushion that gently curves to wrap around your face. It also has an adjustable headband that provides cushioning, breathability, and stretch.

The frame contains five sensors, six microphones, and 12 cameras that let you see the world clearly, understand your environment, and detect hand input. It also has a Digital Crown and a top button for controlling your level of immersion and taking spatial photos and videos.

The Apple Vision Pro uses two chipsets, an M2 and a new R1, to handle regular software and its XR capabilities. It also has dual 4K micro-OLED displays that deliver more pixels than a 4K TV to each eye — for stunning clarity. The device also features Spatial Audio that seamlessly blends with real-world sounds and delivers rich sound quality.

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The Apple Vision Pro runs on visionOS, a new operating system designed for mixed reality. It lets you use your favorite apps in your space, such as Safari, Notes, Messages, and more. You can arrange apps anywhere and scale them to the perfect size, making the workspace of your dreams a reality.

You can also enjoy entertainment like never before with the Apple Vision Pro. You can transform any room into your own personal theater and watch movies, shows, and games at any size you want. You can also relive your memories in 3D with spatial photos and videos that capture every detail and emotion.

Tony Stark’s Hologram Tech Gets a Serious Competition

If you're a fan of Iron Man, you may have seen Tony Stark uses his holographic technology to create amazing inventions, communicate with his friends, and fight his enemies. The Apple Vision Pro is not exactly like Tony Stark's holograms, but it's pretty close.

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Tony Stark's holograms are projected from his suit or his glasses and can be seen by anyone in his vicinity. The Apple Vision Pro is a headset that only you can see through and creates a mixed-reality experience that blends digital content with your physical space.

The Apple Vision Pro is EXPENSIVE

The Apple Vision Pro starts at $3,499 (around £2,800 / AU$ 5,300). That may sound expensive, but considering the features and capabilities of this device, it may be worth it for some people who want to experience the future of holograms.

The Apple Vision Pro also comes with an external battery pack that supports up to 2 hours of use and all‑day use when plugged in. You don't need any controllers to use the device — instead, you'll use your eyes, hands, and voice to interact with visionOS.

Wrap Up

The Apple Vision Pro is a groundbreaking device that brings mixed reality to the masses. It lets you do the things you love in ways never before possible with holographic technology. Whether you want to work smarter, play harder, or create better, the Apple Vision Pro can help you achieve your goals.


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