Apple's Vision Pro is a spatial computing headset with practical and immersive features.
Collaboration is easy with Zoom integration.
Real-world use case is still not practical, but potential is undeniable.
Users can replicate a Mac desktop for improved workflow.
Vision Pro offers immersive movie and 3D experiences.
Apple's Vision Pro: A New Era of Spatial Computing
The Apple Vision Pro has been making waves in the tech industry since its release, and for good reason. This spatial computing headset offers a new way to interact with technology, providing immersive experiences that are both delightful and practical.
One of the key features of the Vision Pro is its ability to replicate a Mac desktop through Mac Virtual Display. This allows users to pin windows around them for improved workflow, making it an ideal tool for productivity.
In addition to its practical uses, the Vision Pro also offers immersive movie and 3D experiences that are sure to impress. Users can take immersive videos or photos for future demonstration purposes, making it a versatile tool for a variety of applications.
Collaboration is also made easy with the Vision Pro, as Zoom is natively available for effective communication with others. This makes it an ideal tool for remote work or virtual meetings.
Despite its impressive features, the Vision Pro's real-world use case is still far from practical. However, recent developments in spatial computing and Apple's commitment to innovation suggest that this could change in the near future.
At a recent augmented and virtual reality conference in Long Beach, California, attendees were able to try out Xreal's Air 2 Pro glasses for watching movies on a plane. This demonstrates the potential for spatial computing technology to become more mainstream and practical for everyday use.
While the Vision Pro may not be a replacement for traditional computers like the MacBook Pro anytime soon, it certainly offers a glimpse into the future of spatial computing and its potential applications.
Thiago Trevisan, Foundry's Senior Product Manager for Visual Effects and Immersive Technologies, believes that visionOS 1 and 2 will play a crucial role in this future. With the ability to run apps like Microsoft Word, Excel, Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, and more in a 3D graphical representation, the Vision Pro has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with technology.
Real estate agents and other professionals who require visual aids for demonstration purposes could also benefit from the Vision Pro's immersive video and photo capabilities. And with collaboration tools like Zoom and FaceTime built in, it offers a truly integrated solution for remote work or virtual meetings.
While there is still much to be done before the Vision Pro becomes a practical tool for everyday use, its potential is undeniable. As Apple continues to innovate and push the boundaries of what's possible with spatial computing, we can expect to see even more impressive developments in the future.
The author attended the AWE augmented and virtual reality conference in Long Beach, California.
The author used Xreal’s Air 2 Pro glasses for watching movies on a plane.
Accuracy
The next generation of Apple’s Vision Pro is expected to arrive soon, be smaller, more affordable, and possibly tether to a phone or computer.
, Meta’s transition to AR glasses could take longer but will need to bridge the gap between self-contained bulkier Quest headsets and more limited phone-connected Meta Ray-Bans.
The Apple Vision Pro can replicate a Mac desktop through Mac Virtual Display.
Mac Virtual Display allows users to pin windows around them for workflow.
Vision Pro allows users to take immersive videos or photos for future demonstration purposes.
Zoom is natively available on Vision Pro for effective collaboration with others.
Accuracy
visionOS 1 most apps aren't made for spatial computing and require external keyboard and mouse for accurate work.
visionOS 2 will bring mouse support and enhance Mac Virtual Display with an ultra-wide display equivalent to two 4K monitors side by side.
Deception
(30%)
The article contains selective reporting and emotional manipulation. The author states that 'As a stand-alone device, the Apple Vision Pro is very limited for getting work done.' However, they also mention that with Mac Virtual Display, the Vision Pro can be used as a 'gigantic display' for the Mac and that it can bring objects to life in a way the Mac cannot. This selectively reports on the limitations of the Vision Pro while also highlighting its potential benefits when used with a Mac. The author also expresses their personal experience of fatigue and eye strain when using the Vision Pro for extended periods, which is an emotional manipulation as it creates a negative image in the reader's mind without providing any objective evidence or data to support this claim.
But the reality is, that being productive–whether it’s using an office app or editing a video–is a mixed bag on the Vision Pro. In visionOS 1, most apps aren’t made for spatial computing and an external keyboard and mouse are essential for accurate work.
I also found that my eyes tend to get dry with extended use and this alone limits some of the Mac interaction with Vision Pro.
As a stand-alone device, the Apple Vision Pro is very limited for getting work done.
Fallacies
(85%)
The article contains some inflammatory rhetoric and appeals to authority, but overall provides a balanced analysis of the potential uses and limitations of the Apple Vision Pro. The author acknowledges both practical issues with the device as well as its potential for future development.
Thiago Trevisan/Foundry
Apple touts spatial computing and the Vision Pro as the future of computing.
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