Apple released the brand new ‘Vision Pro’ on Friday February 2. The headset experience combines virtual reality and augmented reality into something that Apple calls “spatial computing.” Even with a hefty price tag of $3,500, Apple has reportedly already sold about 200,000 units. Will OW students say yes or no to the Vision Pro? I decided to catch up with a few students from SUNY Old Westbury to hear what they think about this new device.
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QUESTION: Have you heard about Apple’s new ‘Vision Pro’ headset, and if so, do you see any positives and negatives with using the device?
“I have heard of Apple’s new device. I’ve noticed that it’s a new, innovative form of the VR experience. From my years of playing video games, VR has been solely for gaming. But, now I’m seeing more of a visual entertainment aspect, which is interesting to see. The price tag is personally out of my budget, but I do believe that the price does match its capabilities. I also do see the entertainment possibilities as a positive aspect of the device, but its visible safety issues are where I see the negatives. Accidents can always happen, and the device seems to only be hindering your eyesight.” – Lorenzo Santos, Junior at SUNY OW.
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“I have heard of the ‘Vision Pro’, and I think this new technology has incredible potential, but it can also be a bit scary when people are using it in public places. And while the price for it is very high, I’m personally not too familiar with the many other VR headset prices in comparison. I do know that one of its competitors, the ‘Oculus Rift,’ is only a fraction of that price, and still has many similar features. It is also really cool that the device makes multitasking easier for its users, but I feel like using it very often will cause a loss in the focus of our actual reality.” – Jacob Penalvery, Freshman at SUNY OW
“I have heard of the new Apple ‘Vision Pro’, and have purchased it myself! My opinions on it are very positive! I think it is a revolutionary device that is definitely ahead of its time. From its design and technological aspects, I believe that Apple knocked it out of the park. Despite its hefty price, I do also believe that it met the expectations. It feels like tomorrow’s technology today. I don’t believe it’s made for the average consumer, but I do believe that it’s perfect for people who love jumping into new technology. For the cons, I would say the biggest one is the battery pack that attaches to the headset. It only supplies 2.5 hours worth of battery, which is a bit disappointing. I’ve also heard that it does have an overheating problem, which I have experienced a bit myself. But overall, I’m excited to see how much technology will evolve before Apple releases the next generation of the ‘Vision Pro.’” – Tim Coventry, Junior at SUNY OW.
