Apple Vision Pro Headset Supports Prescription Inserts for Glasses Wearers

[KPOM]

Zeiss ain't cheap.

I have Zeiss lenses in my regular glasses. They are about $400 for high-index.

 

[macduke]

There is no word yet on what the Zeiss prescription inserts will cost, but Apple says that vision correction accessories will be sold separately.

Glasses wearers will need a valid prescription to get the inserts, and not all prescriptions will be supported, so there will be some limitations that might prevent some people from using the headset.

So much for Apple being known for their accessibility…

 

[ShivneelSingh]

I’m curious when in 2024. Not even in the Apple Store site for learning about it

Probably April 2024

 

[klasma]

$999/pair

Yeah, hard to imagjne it should be cheaper than a monitor stand.

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

Apple needs to consider selling Apple Eye Drops. Because I’m not about to go to Walmart and use cheap Eye drops for my eyes. Especially after spending $3500 on this thing.

 

[APlotdevice]

I got a pretty high astigmatism and prescription. If it’s just from -x to +x that won’t cut it. Contacts would work I guess But I don’t like to wear them for an extended time.

You would be surprised the kinds of lens that VR/AR prescription sites like VROptician produce. Admittedly lenses with high SPH and CYL do get rather pricy… the pair for my Quest 2 cost about $160… but it can be done. (and honestly that would be a drop in the bucket after spending 3.5k on a headset…)

 

[dampfnudel]

$500 USD for the set? More?

I want to laugh at that amount, but with Apple you never know.

 

[Candlelight]

Users just need to get some new iEyes.

 

[TheWatchfulOne]

This device just got even more expensive and impractical than it already was.

Don't get me wrong, it looks pretty and it will probably work really well.

I just don't see this ever fitting into my life regardless of price.

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

This device just got even more expensive and impractical than it already was.

Don't get me wrong, it looks pretty and it will probably work really well.

I just don't see this ever fitting into my life regardless of price.

Agreed! Imagine driving to work with Apple Vision on… sheeeeeesh!

 

[richard371]

Wonder if they will be needed if you wear reading glasses?

 

[return2sendai]

 

[TheWatchfulOne]

Agreed! Imagine driving to work with Apple Vision on… sheeeeeesh!

I didn't think anybody trying that. Maybe there will be legislation passed soon to prohibit this? 🤔

 

[kasei]

I have a pair of lenses for my Meta Quest 2.

 

[mannyvel]

Contact lenses?

 

[TigerNike23]

I suspect that as a 52yr old guy, this won't be used by me because prebyopia on top of my myopia.

Oh, and the price, yeah, that price.

Well, at least you don’t have amblyopia, like I do. It makes these pretty much worthless for me.

 

[Jumpthesnark]

Agreed! Imagine driving to work with Apple Vision on… sheeeeeesh!

Considering my commute is "walk to the desk in the next room," I think I can handle that without getting a ticket.

 

[dfs]

I never saw a 3D-TV in action, but I understand why it was a failed product. Maybe it looked terrific, but the amount and variety of programming available for it never attained a critical mass sufficient to generate consumer interest, and so the entire enterprise collapsed. I'm afraid the the same thing is likely to torpedo Apple's VR effort. The very underwhelming amount and variety of programming available on on Apple TV does not inspire confidence that Apple understands this critical issue. The big question about this product is what you are going to be able to do with it once you pay that huge price for it? Is it going to be interesting and varied enough to keep you engaged or is it destined to become one of those products which wind up at the bottom of your sock drawer?

 

[TigerNike23]

So much for Apple being known for their accessibility…

Apple is becoming a “healthy and wealthy” company.

I remember SJ’s Apple bending over backwards to get Accessibility built in to OS X for people with fine motor disabilities.

That would be impossible with this product.

 

[TigerNike23]

I never saw a 3D-TV in action, but I understand why it was a failed product. Maybe it looked terrific, but the amount and variety of programming available for it never attained a critical mass sufficient to generate consumer interest, and so the entire enterprise collapsed. I'm afraid the the same thing is likely to torpedo Apple's VR effort. The very underwhelming amount and variety of programming available on on Apple TV does not inspire confidence that Apple understands this critical issue. The critical question about this product is what you are going to be able to do with it once you pay for it. This is one of the reasons I elected to ditch my AAPL shares.

While it may end up working out, the Disney and ESPN simulations were a total joke.

ESPN would have to purchase rights from leagues to get AR/VR like what was demonstrated. Also expect a crap ton of advertising in that setup, someone’s gotta pay for it.

 

[synergize]

Are the scuba tanks optional?

 

[BornAgainMac]

Before I get lenses, look thru it with my own eyes. Maybe pitch to zoom can be a workaround.

 

[BobSc]

What if prescription inserts come with a monthly/yearly subscription? 🤔

Do you have a subscription for your glasses? Didn't think so. Your comments are becoming a bit out there.

 

[macduke]

$500 USD for the set? More?

That’s about how much Zeiss lenses are alone. Factor in Apple tax and the magnetic bits and custom size and coatings and you’re probably looking at $1000-1500.

 

[BobSc]

Apple needs to consider selling Apple Eye Drops. Because I’m not about to go to Walmart and use cheap Eye drops for my eyes. Especially after spending $3500 on this thing.

I'm struggling here. What is he talking about? Does he realize that no drops are needed to use the headset?