Apple Vision Pro: The Future of Spatial Computing

Apple Vision Pro is the first spatial computer from Apple, the maker of the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It is a mixed reality headset that seamlessly blends digital content with the physical world while allowing users to stay present and connected to others. Vision Pro creates an infinite canvas for apps that scales beyond the boundaries of a traditional display and introduces a fully three-dimensional user interface controlled by the most natural and intuitive inputs possible — a user’s eyes, hands, and voice.

Apple Vision Pro was announced on June 5, 2023, at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference and is set to launch on February 2, 2024, in the United States. It is available for pre-order now and comes in three editions: Standard, Vault, and Collector’s. In this post, we will explore the features, specs, and capabilities of Apple Vision Pro, and why it is the most ambitious product Apple has ever created.

Features and Specs

The Apple Vision Pro is the result of decades of innovation and design, integrating incredibly advanced technology into a compact and elegant form. It features:

• A 7-inch OLED display system that packs 23 million pixels across two displays and offers a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels for each eye, which is more than a 4K TV,.
• A custom Apple silicon chip in a unique dual-chip design ensures every experience feels like it’s taking place in front of the user’s eyes in real-time.
• A 3D camera that can capture spatial photos and spatial videos in 3D, and relive them with immersive spatial audio.
• A spatial audio system that creates a realistic and directional sound that adapts to the user’s head movements and environment.
• A light seal that gently flexes to conform to the user’s face, delivering a precise fit while blocking out stray light.
• A solo knit band that provides cushioning, breathability, and stretch, and a fit dial that lets the user adjust Apple Vision Pro precisely to their head.
• A Bluetooth audio support that can connect to wireless headphones or speakers.
• A 128 GB internal storage that can be expanded with a microSD card.
• A battery life of up to 6 hours of continuous use.

visionOS

VisionOS is the world’s first spatial operating system that powers Apple Vision Pro. It is built on the foundation of macOS, iOS, and iPadOS, and blends digital content with the physical world. It features:

• A three-dimensional interface that frees apps from the boundaries of a display so they can appear side by side at any scale.
• A natural and intuitive input system that uses the user’s eyes, hands, and voice to navigate and interact with digital content.
• seamless integration with other Apple devices, such as iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, and support for Magic Keyboard and Magic Trackpad.
• compatibility with all the existing iOS and iPad apps, as well as new spatial apps designed for Apple Vision Pro.
• support for NVIDIA DLSS Super Resolution, a form of AI-enhanced upscaling that can boost the resolution and frame rate of games.
• A cryptocurrency service that allows users to buy, sell, and trade cryptocurrencies within the game using a digital wallet and a blockchain system.
• An e-commerce integration that allows users to shop online within the game using a browser and a payment system.

Experiences

Apple Vision Pro offers a new dimension to powerful, personal computing by changing the way users interact with their favourite apps, capture and relive memories, enjoy stunning TV shows and movies, and connect with others in FaceTime. It enables:

• An infinite canvas for apps at work and at home, with infinite screen real estate, access to favourite apps, and all-new ways to multitask.
• An immersive way to experience entertainment with movies, shows, and games that expand up to the perfect size while feeling like part of the action.
• A magical way to relive memories is with spatial photos and spatial videos that come alive with spatial audio.
• A meaningful way to collaborate and connect, is with FaceTime video tiles that are life-size, and apps that allow users to work on the same documents simultaneously.

Conclusion

Apple Vision Pro is the future of spatial computing and the most ambitious product Apple has ever created. It is a revolutionary device that seamlessly blends digital content with the physical world while allowing users to stay present and connected to others. It is a device that unlocks incredible experiences for users and exciting opportunities for developers. It is a device that you have never seen anything like before.