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Definition: Apple Vision Pro
Apple's "spatial computing" headset, which provides both virtual and augmented reality. Powered by VisionOS and introduced in 2024, Vision Pro is a high-end system with 256GB of storage that retails for $3,499. At launch, hundreds of apps and games were available.
From VR, AR and XR to Spatial Computing
Apple encourages its developers to use the term "spatial computing" rather than common virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and extended reality (XR) descriptions. Starting with iOS 17.2, iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max users can create 3D videos for the headset. See iPhone 15. See VR/AR/MR/XR.
FaceTiming, Travel Mode and EyeSight
When FaceTiming, Vision Pro simulates the user's eye, hand and face movements to the other party to provide a realistic experience. A travel mode reduces the required hand gestures; for example, when cramped in a coach seat on a plane. In order to make the system friendlier to people passing by, the EyeSight option displays the user's eyes on front-facing screens as if wearing clear goggles. See spatial computing, virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality and Meta Quest.
Fully Loaded = Expensive
Prescription lenses, more storage, 2-year warranty, protective case, spare battery and holder can bring the cost to $5,000 and more. Although enthusiasts raved about the product, many curious people bought and returned the unit within the two-week trial period, and first-year sales were roughly half the initial estimates. At the end of 2025, Apple is reportedly working on smart glasses rather than a less expensive version of Vision Pro. See Google Glass. Stay tuned!
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From VR, AR and XR to Spatial Computing
Apple encourages its developers to use the term "spatial computing" rather than common virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and extended reality (XR) descriptions. Starting with iOS 17.2, iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max users can create 3D videos for the headset. See iPhone 15. See VR/AR/MR/XR.
FaceTiming, Travel Mode and EyeSight
When FaceTiming, Vision Pro simulates the user's eye, hand and face movements to the other party to provide a realistic experience. A travel mode reduces the required hand gestures; for example, when cramped in a coach seat on a plane. In order to make the system friendlier to people passing by, the EyeSight option displays the user's eyes on front-facing screens as if wearing clear goggles. See spatial computing, virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality and Meta Quest.
Fully Loaded = Expensive
Prescription lenses, more storage, 2-year warranty, protective case, spare battery and holder can bring the cost to $5,000 and more. Although enthusiasts raved about the product, many curious people bought and returned the unit within the two-week trial period, and first-year sales were roughly half the initial estimates. At the end of 2025, Apple is reportedly working on smart glasses rather than a less expensive version of Vision Pro. See Google Glass. Stay tuned!
Vision Pro creates a gigantic display screen for the user, and the resolution is exceptional, packing 64 pixels into the same space as one pixel in an iPhone. Up to 1TB of storage is available. (Image courtesy of Apple, Inc.)