Apple Vision Pro: a solution looking for a problem?

Apple has recently launched its first-ever augmented reality headset, the Apple Vision Pro, which costs a whopping $3,500 😱 and promises to transform your reality with digital content. But is it really worth it? Or is it just another example of a solution looking for a problem?

Let’s start with the basics. What is Apple Vision Pro and what can it do? According to Apple, Vision Pro is a “revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with the physical world, while allowing users to stay present and connected to others.” It has a sleek design, eye and hand tracking, and sharp micro-OLED displays that pack 23 million pixels across two displays. It runs on visionOS, a new spatial operating system that lets you interact with apps in 3D using your eyes, hands, and voice. You can also use Magic Keyboard and Magic Trackpad to work with your Mac wirelessly on Vision Pro.

Sounds amazing, right?

😇 Well, not so fast. Before you rush to pre-order this $3,500 device, let me tell you why I think Apple Vision Pro is a flop waiting to happen.

First of all, who needs a spatial computer anyway? Sure, it sounds cool to have apps floating around you, but what’s wrong with using a laptop or a smartphone? They are much cheaper, more portable, and more versatile than a bulky headset that you have to wear on your face.

Secondly, Apple Vision Pro is not really that innovative. It’s basically a copycat of Google Glass, which was launched almost a decade ago and failed miserably. Remember how people mocked Glass users as “Glassholes” 😶 and banned them from restaurants and bars? Do you really want to be one of those people?

Thirdly, Apple Vision Pro is not ready for prime time. It has a lot of technical limitations that make it impractical for everyday use👎. For example, it only lasts for 2 hours on a single charge, which means you have to carry around an external battery pack or plug it in constantly. It also has poor compatibility with other devices and platforms, which means you can’t use it with your Windows PC or your Android phone.

Finally, Apple Vision Pro is not safe or ethical. It poses serious risks to your privacy and security, as well as to the people around you. It can record everything you see and hear without your consent or knowledge and send it to Apple’s servers for analysis and monetization 🤑. It can also distract you from your surroundings and cause accidents or injuries.

So, what do you think? Is Apple Vision Pro a game-changer or a gimmick? Is it worth buying or waiting for a cheaper version? Do you think AR headsets like Vision Pro and Google Glass are more of a solution looking for a problem than a problem looking for a solution?