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Fashionably late to the Apple Vision Pro review party. I've been in the space 8+ years and tried em' all. My initial impressions below 👇 In short: the overall experience is incredible, and despite some mainstream media takes (and some coping from Zuck), it’s more useful out of the box than any other headset, especially for certain types of people & professionals. That said, it’s obviously an MVP. Albeit, a powerful and massively impactful one at that. I can’t overstate the technical breakthroughs here, especially the eye tracking + hand gesture. The end result is a UI/UX that makes you want to come back for more (unlike other headsets to date). While far from mainstream-ready, it's the 'mainstream awareness' and the starting gun we’ve been waiting for since the 60's. Most of my original takes (from the essay in the comments) hold true, especially on the use cases front. There is immediate utility & value for… 1/ Screen Replacement: a mobile 'virtual workspace', hyper conducive to focus and flow. 2/ Limitless Home Theater: The Vegas Sphere or IMAX in your living room, in your hotel, on the plane, etc. 3/ Sports & Entertainment: the spatial video experiences are mesmerizing. Being behind the goal of an MLS game as the ball rips into the top corner? Pure goosebumps... this is the use case that will sell hundreds of millions of devices come V2/V3. 4/ Spatial & Hands Free FaceTime: Friends/family becoming the Wizard of Oz in your living room is awesome, especially in being hands free to still do stuff. 5/ 3D Presentations: Using apps like JigSpace to tell stories about complex products or plans. This will be the best way to convey value about anything that is inherently 3D. 6/ Spatial Memories: Re-experiencing special moments through the spatial photo/video capture.oSme wild philosophical implications from being able to relive memories at this level of fidelity... Okay, as a V1 product, it’s not all rainbows & sunshine. Here are some of the cons: 1/ *Weight: The weight CAN be noticeable after 45/60 mins. But you can offset this with proper headband adjustment and/or using the alternate headband. (That said, despite noticing the weight, the experience was so compelling that I didn't care. It sparked a desperation to find that sweet spot of weight distribution. Thankfully, it exists) 2/ iPhone Visibility & Real-World Text: you can't see your iPhone screen & text in the real world quite as clearly as I'd hoped. 3/ Lack of multiplayer mode: the primary downside is the extent to which its all single player. This is obviously on the near term horizon, so the negative quips about isolation don't hold much weight for me, at all. 4/ Guest mode: sharing is horrible... Apple gotta be a better way. #spatialcomputing #visionpro #applevisionpro -- 🔮 For a deep dive into the past, present, and future of the the Vision Pro, check out the MediumEnergy.io newsletter and essay in the comments below 👇

Apple has always been about imagining the future before anyone else. 🤯With the groundbreaking Apple Vision Pro, they take a giant leap into the world of augmented and virtual reality. 💡 This lightweight but durable virtual reality headset combines advanced technology with Apple's characteristic creative design. Strap on the Vision Pro and suddenly your world transforms before your eyes. Play hyper-realistic 3D games that put you right in the action. Relive treasured memories with spatial photos and videos that look like portals to the past. Enjoy larger-than-life FaceTime sessions with crystal clear spatial audio that makes it seem like your BFF is in the room. The possibilities are endless. Behind all this magic is visionOS, a radical new operating system designed for augmented environments. 🚀It introduces a 3D interface you control naturally with your eyes, hands and voice. Apps can break free from rectangles on a screen to objects and interfaces overlayed right on your surroundings. This isn't just a new way to use tech — it's a whole new dimension.🔥 In typical Apple fashion, the Vision Pro itself is a design marvel. Sleek, lightweight and comfortable thanks to carefully engineered materials and weight distribution. A single piece of curved laminated glass gives you a stunning field of view. An array of onboard sensors makes easy work of mapping and understanding your environment. It's proof that for Apple, cutting-edge functionality goes hand-in-hand with aesthetic. The Apple Vision Pro represents years of R&D centered on a deceptively simple vision🫡 — integrating digital technology seamlessly into our analog lives. With this launch, Apple once again sets the pace for the future of personal computing. The only question is...what will they think up next?🤔 #applevisionpro #Innovation #Technology #DigitalMarketing #Future #TechTrends #artificialintelligence #vr #visionpro #apple #techcommunity #AugmentedReality #TechInnovation #AI #marketing #Gendigify

🥽 Review of Apples Vision Pro glasses. ✅ PROs + The eye-tracking interface and hand gestures are amazingly intuitive + Spatial computing takes multitasking to the next level + Awesome movie experience — especially in 3D — and Immersive video + Impressive spatial photos and videos (and panoramas) + Works with your MacBook like frickin' magic + Compelling AR apps and experiences ❌ CONs - The battery is ALWAYS with you - It's kinda heavy - Very expensive (not counting accessories!) - Personas are creepy (for now) - Some big missing apps like Netflix and YouTube 🟰 Bottom line = But if I had to sum up the Vision Pro in a few words: Amazing, immersive and pricey. 💡At $3,500 this is a tough sell for most, but I do think the Vision Pro is the best mixed reality headset by far and could be worth the premium for multitasking power users, business travelers and early adopters who want to be on the cutting edge. ✅ Even if you can't afford one you owe it to yourself to try the Vision Pro at an #Apple Store to get a taste of what the future of computing is like. Just make sure to not cross the street while wearing it.

I lived inside a Vision Pro for two weeks. Here’s what it was like. 📱👀 Apple's Vision Pro: A Review of the Latest Tech Innovation from Apple 🔍 The Washington Post recently reviewed Apple's Vision Pro, a cutting-edge technology that is set to revolutionize the way we see the world. 👓 Vision Pro is a highly advanced pair of augmented reality glasses that seamlessly integrates with Apple devices. With its sleek design and futuristic features, it's set to be a game-changer in the tech industry. 🌐 The glasses offer a truly immersive experience, allowing users to view digital content in the real world. From virtual displays to interactive games, Vision Pro provides a whole new level of interaction and entertainment. ⚡️ Powered by Apple's latest chip, Vision Pro delivers lightning-fast performance and outstanding graphics. It also features advanced sensors to ensure accurate tracking and recognition. 👥 The glasses offer social sharing functionality, allowing users to easily capture and share their AR experiences with friends and family. This fosters a sense of community and connection among users. 🔊 With built-in noise-canceling technology, Vision Pro provides a more comfortable and focused experience, even in noisy environments. 💪 Designed with inclusivity in mind, Vision Pro accommodates users with various visual impairments. It offers customizable settings, such as text enlargement and color adjustments, to meet individual needs. 💡 Experts predict that Vision Pro will have far-reaching implications, transforming sectors like education, healthcare, and gaming. #Apple #VisionPro #AugmentedReality #Innovation #TechReview #ImmersiveExperience #GameChanger #SleekDesign #DigitalContent #AR #TechRevolution #FutureTech #SocialSharing #InclusiveDesign #TransformativeTechnology #Education #Healthcare #Gaming https://buff.ly/49nP3PY

The Vision Pro is Here: Apple's Bold Leap into Spatial Computing It's finally here! Apple's highly anticipated Vision Pro headset launched last Friday in the US, marking a significant moment in the tech giant's journey and the future of computing itself. But is it all hype, or a true game-changer? Let's dive in! First Impressions: Sleek Design: The Vision Pro looks like a futuristic pair of ski goggles, featuring a comfortable fit and intuitive controls. It's surprisingly light and doesn't feel bulky despite packing cutting-edge tech. Seamless Interaction: Eye movements and hand gestures take center stage, offering a natural and responsive way to navigate the iOS-like interface. Say goodbye to clunky buttons and hello to a truly immersive experience. Beyond the Screen: Photos come alive in life-size or cinematic glory, while panoramas transport you directly into the scene. Spatial photos add a 3D layer, further blurring the lines between reality and digital worlds. Work Reimagined: Sync your Mac, open multiple windows, and attend FaceTime calls – all within your personalized workspace. Vision Pro elevates multitasking to a whole new level. Entertainment Revolutionized: Prepare to be blown away! Immerse yourself in "Star Wars" from inside the Millennium Falcon or explore Pandora's underwater depths in "Avatar 2." Vision Pro redefines entertainment with mind-bending visuals and immersive audio. Early Buzz: The launch generated excitement, with Apple CEO Tim Cook himself welcoming eager customers at the flagship store. Analysts predict initial sales to be strong, but the hefty price tag might limit broader adoption for now. Is it for You? If you're an Apple enthusiast, early adopter, or developer curious about the future of spatial computing, the Vision Pro offers a glimpse into a groundbreaking world. However, the price tag demands careful consideration. What are your thoughts on the Vision Pro? Share your comments below! Video Credit: Inside History(Instagram) #AppleVisionPro #MixedReality #FutureofComputing

I've used Apple Vision Pro for 2 days. This one's going to be a detailed post, not a typical review of what's been said already by everyone. I was very excited to try Apple's implementation of VR - if only to see if this truly is the future. Having used it for some time, I've now come to the opposite conclusion -- that VR/AR may never be the next big computing platform. Why? Because I don't think it's solving a core problem in a 10x better way than current alternatives. Let's say Apple is magically able to bring the cost down to $1000 for the headset (same as iPhone or high-end iPad) and make it so light that you can wear comfortably for hours. Even in this case, what problem does this device solve for you that is 10x better here than anything else? The big push from Apple for this device is productivity use-case, so I'm going to focus on that. The one thing you can do for productivity on the AVP is to have multiple floating windows in space. Yes, these floating windows are cool. But turns out, human brain has limited I/O capacity, putting 5 windows around you isn't going to make you any more productive, and in fact will likely overwhelm you and make you less productive. So even in the perfect future where the AVP is the weight that of a sunglasses, and it's affordable to all consumers, it won't be a 10x replacement for just a desk, Macbook Pro, and a monitor. Next, the Eye-Tracking is magical, but reveals a fundamental flaw -- human eyes are meant to be Input devices, not Output. Our eyes naturally wander and "run ahead" of our minds/actions. AVP interface FORCES your eyes to be looking at one thing at a time and until that action is complete. If I'm hitting backspace for example, I can't be looking at the text I'm actually deleting because I have to be looking at the backspace key. This gets tedious, fast. Okay, so far then we have multiple floating windows in space and I/O via Eye + Hand tracking. Turns out, we take for granted just how great the Keyboard + Mouse + Monitor UX is. I can output text at 100 wpm+ while continuing to look around on the screen. For Pros, speed matters so AVP doesn't get close to replacing that workflow whatsoever. What are the other use-cases for AVP so far? Being able to watch movies on a flight using a big screen is great, but people don't buy expensive consumer devices *just* to use on plane. I'm sad because, once again, I've been so excited to try Apple's version of VR but all this device has shown me so far is that this may never be viable as a daily use consumer device. Yes, Apple Vision is the Future device, available today. But what if it's the wrong slice of Future we're overinvesting in? For now, VR remains "5 years away" - same as it's been for last 10+ years. I will be returning my Vision Pro, suspect the same for many users who have enthusiastically bought it last week.

A great read by Nick Bilton courtesy to Vanity Fair. No subscription needed. Thank you 🙏 “It’s mind-blowing,” Cook said to me when I told him about my experience. “We live in a 3D world, but the content that we enjoy is flat.” And, here's an excerpt of the author's first experience with #AppleVisionPro: "I saw spatial videos for the first time. To say this feature is astounding is an understatement. You actually feel like the person is in front of you and you can reach out and touch them. I saw clips of movies that were 100 feet wide, sharper and clearer than any IMAX. But most importantly, I saw the world around me. That very room. I didn’t feel closed off or claustrophobic. I was there. I was everywhere, all at once." And here's the explanation by David Cameron to the author's second experience with #AppleVisionPro: “I think it’s not evolutionary; it’s revolutionary,” Cameron said to me when I told him about my experience. “And I’m speaking as someone who has worked in VR for 18 years.” He explained that the reason it looks so real is because the Apple Vision Pro is writing a 4K image into my eyes. “That’s the equivalent of the resolution of a 75-inch TV into each of your eyeballs—23 million pixels.” #brain #mind #spatialcomputing #future #entertainment #digitalmedia #3dexperience #XR #digitaltherapies #immersiveexperiences Read the whole article here:

Apple Vision Pro: A True Game-Changer? Apple's entry into the world of spatial computing with Vision Pro is met with excitement and skepticism. But beneath the buzz, several key features hint at a potential revolution in how we interact with technology: Immersive Experiences: Imagine seamlessly blending digital content with your physical environment. Apps float in 3D space, FaceTime transports you to shared virtual worlds, and entertainment becomes hyper-realistic. Unveiling New Creative Canvases: Vision Pro empowers creators. Design 3D models in your living room, sculpt virtual worlds, or collaborate on projects in real time, regardless of location. Intuitive Interaction: Ditch the touchscreens. Navigate Vision Pro with your eyes and hand gestures, feeling truly present in the digital realm. Reimagining Productivity: The Vision Pro is powered by a new chip called the R1, designed to handle the demanding tasks of augmented reality. Imagine multiple virtual screens, multitasking like a pro, and accessing information effortlessly. Accessibility Redefined: Vision Pro's advanced eye-tracking technology holds immense potential for accessibility, allowing users with limited mobility to interact with technology in groundbreaking ways. While challenges like price and app adoption remain, Vision Pro's potential to redefine computing, entertainment, and creation is undeniable. It's not just a new gadget; it's a glimpse into a future where technology seamlessly integrates with our lives. Is the future of computing here? Share your thoughts in the comments! #AppleVisionPro #SpatialComputing #FutureTech #Apple

I went through a demo of the Apple #VisionPro this Wednesday. I did not go in cold - I'd read up reviews from my usual tech watercoolers (the Verge, TechCrunch, Vox, Mashable, etc.) and admittedly , didn’t have much of an expectation. I told myself it'd be a bit underwhelming (like how I felt with my new Apple Watch for the first time) and was okay with that. I was blown away by the experience. The Apple employee who orchestrated the demo, Mo, corrected me politely that the Vision Pro is not a XR/AR/VR device, it is a #SpatialComputing device. I smirked on the inside as he said that, but I have to say that I now understand why Apple chose to term this a spatial computing device. The Vision Pro nails it -- in three ways exactly. 1. Anchoring: The experience of being able to lay out your application workspaces in your virtual workspace (either on a virtual backdrop or on the backdrop of the real working space literally around you) is phenomenal. These workspaces stay anchored in this 'real space' and this helps you truly make the world your (working) oyster. 2. HMI: Apple has executed on the human-machine interaction piece really, really well. The Vision Pro's eye-tracking combined with its ability to track the user's finger pinches is absolutely mind-blowing and I am truly excited about what this brings to our computing future! 3. Media Experience: The immersive video experiences (birthday videos, IMAX movies, etc.) are, once again, mind-blowing. Alicia Keys stood right in front of me enthralling me with a personal concerto. This will revolutionize the future of multimedia experiences (look at the Sphere in Vegas and how that's changing things up, just to get an idea!) Don't get me wrong - the Vision Pro is not a mass-market device at all. Not yet. This is just Gen 1 and it's a "Pro" device. But Apple's figured it out and I can't wait to see what its future generations can do for us. Remember the first iPhone and how bad it was (despite being wayyy better than its competition at that time)? That's where we are today with the Vision Pro. EXCITED and AWED! Definitely recommend that you all sign up for an in-store demo today at an Apple store near you.

Apple is launching the Vision Pro mixed-reality headset, aiming to transform how people work, connect, and enjoy entertainment. Despite skepticism, Apple has pre-sold 180,000 units. The device focuses on watching TV, reliving memories, and avoiding looking odd. It introduces spatial computing, interacting with real objects in real time. However, concerns arise about privacy due to the extensive data collection. The headset's potential killer apps include entertainment, social interaction, and memory capture. Biospatial surveillance raises new social and privacy questions.