Early adopters of Apple Vision Pro in the US are opting to return the $3,499 VR headset, citing various concerns including discomfort, motion sickness, and its hefty price. As the initial enthusiasm following its launch fades, users are taking advantage of Apple's 14-day return policy to send back their devices.
Why Are People Returning Apple Vision Pro?
Feedback from Vision Pro users on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) indicates widespread dissatisfaction with the product's impact on health. While acknowledging the impressive technology offered by Apple, many users report experiencing headaches, motion sickness, and eye strain after using the headset. Some users attribute their discomfort to pre-existing medical conditions, highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with specific health issues.
The discomfort associated with Vision Pro mirrors common issues found in other VR headsets, such as weight and prolonged close-screen viewing leading to headaches and eye strain. Despite these challenges, users remain hopeful for improvements in future iterations of the product.
Beyond concerns about comfort, users are questioning the long-term value and justification for the high price of Vision Pro. Many feel that the current features do not warrant the steep price tag.
However, despite these drawbacks, users maintain optimism about Apple's future in the VR market. They express eagerness for potential improvements in Vision Pro 2 and urge Apple to address current shortcomings in comfort and functionality.
Not Yet A Perfect Product
Meanwhile, some people are considering Apple’s Vision Pro headset as a replacement for an iPad, however, it is still at least four generations away from being perfect. According to a report by Bloomberg, the team who have worked on the Vision Pro believes that a lot of refinement is needed in the mixed-reality headset for it to be considered as a device for daily use. Vision Pro is yet to achieve its 'ideal form' due to both hardware and software-related issues.
Apple indirectly might have been pitching the iPad as a MacBook alternative and the Vision Pro might help in filling that void. It is expected to cater to those who need a device with a large screen for some light work and content consumption.