AXIOS June 5, 2023
Ina Fried

Apple announced Vision Pro, a long-awaited mixed reality headset on Monday, alongside several new Macs and updates to the software that powers the iPhone and other devices.

Why it matters: The headset is Apple’s most significant new device in years and a big bet that augmented and virtual reality are more than just a fad.

The big picture: The device, which resembles a futuristic set of ski goggles, allows users to view digital content on top of the real world and is controlled using voice, eye gaze and hand gestures. It’s due out early next year for $3,499.

  • “It’s the first device you look through and not at,” Apple CEO Tim Cook said “Your surroundings become an infinite canvas.”
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