Jason Voorhees
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Apple recently unveiled the Vision Pro, a groundbreaking augmented reality headset priced at $3500. While augmented reality and virtual reality have been in existence for some time, Apple has elevated the field to an entirely new level
One particular aspect of the Vision Pro that struck me as disconcerting is its FaceTime feature and recording functionality. The headset has the capability to create a three-dimensional representation of your face during the setup process. During a FaceTime call, the Vision Pro tracks your facial expressions and animates an avatar accordingly but do we truly desire such an impersonal experience during video calls, which are meant to bridge the gap between people living far apart. The purpose of video calling is to see and connect with people in real-time, not converse with an animated Avatar.
Another feature that leaves me uneasy is the 3D vision capability. The headset is capable of recording hyper-realistic 3D videos of your surroundings, complete with stereo sound. Apple supposedly says it allows you to relive the moments but Do we really want to capture children's precious memories wearing this headset? It seems to detract from the authenticity of the experience, as well as the intimacy shared by those involved. Imagine your earliest memories being tainted by the image of your father wearing a cumbersome headset and recording you, rather than engaging in genuine father-son bonding.
It's not just Apple. Meta, Google and Microsoft are all pushing this technology on us. Meta even goes as for as to claim that it will replace the reality itself. With everything even friends and socializing being online in augmented realities. While I can acknowledge the advancements in augmented reality technology and, I don't know if this is the future we should be providing for the future. It borders on the dystopian realities portrayed in 90s films, serving as a stark reminder that we are on the cusp of yet another digital revolutionβone that I personally feel unprepared for.
One particular aspect of the Vision Pro that struck me as disconcerting is its FaceTime feature and recording functionality. The headset has the capability to create a three-dimensional representation of your face during the setup process. During a FaceTime call, the Vision Pro tracks your facial expressions and animates an avatar accordingly but do we truly desire such an impersonal experience during video calls, which are meant to bridge the gap between people living far apart. The purpose of video calling is to see and connect with people in real-time, not converse with an animated Avatar.
Another feature that leaves me uneasy is the 3D vision capability. The headset is capable of recording hyper-realistic 3D videos of your surroundings, complete with stereo sound. Apple supposedly says it allows you to relive the moments but Do we really want to capture children's precious memories wearing this headset? It seems to detract from the authenticity of the experience, as well as the intimacy shared by those involved. Imagine your earliest memories being tainted by the image of your father wearing a cumbersome headset and recording you, rather than engaging in genuine father-son bonding.
It's not just Apple. Meta, Google and Microsoft are all pushing this technology on us. Meta even goes as for as to claim that it will replace the reality itself. With everything even friends and socializing being online in augmented realities. While I can acknowledge the advancements in augmented reality technology and, I don't know if this is the future we should be providing for the future. It borders on the dystopian realities portrayed in 90s films, serving as a stark reminder that we are on the cusp of yet another digital revolutionβone that I personally feel unprepared for.
