Yesterday, Apple announced that its first spatial computing device, the Vision Pro headset, will go on sale in the United States on February 2. The company also provided more details about the product, including battery life. Previously, Apple said the Vision Pro would provide up to 2 hours of use when connected to an external battery. The company also the device “enables all-day use when connected to a power source.” However, Apple has now updated the Vision Pro’s official web page. The major change in the update is the device’s battery life. According to Apple, the Vision Pro can provide “up to 2.5 hours” of 2D video playback when using an external battery. The company said
“The external battery can support up to 2 hours of typical use and up to 2.5 hours of video playback.”
This means that users can watch movies, TV episodes, or YouTube videos for longer when using an external battery. Apple also revealed that the test result for the battery is based on 2D movie content used on the Apple TV app. Apple defines “general use” as performing tasks including video playback, Internet browsing, spatial video shooting and FaceTime calls.
The company also said Vision Pro users will be able to watch movies and TV shows from Apple TV+, Disney+, Max and other services on a 100-foot-wide screen with support for HDR content. In the Apple TV app, users will be able to watch more than 150 3D movies. The external battery pack included with Vision Pro is also equipped with a USB Type-C charging cable and USB Type-C power adapter.
Implications
The extended battery life for video playback provides users with the ability to watch longer content without the need for recharging. Also, the option to use the headset indefinitely when connected to an external power source enhances the overall flexibility of the device. The updated battery life information enhances the appeal of the device for entertainment and professional use. This information provides a comprehensive overview of the Apple Vision Pro headset’s battery life, highlighting the specific enhancements for 2D video playback.
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Apple Vision Pro: Price and Box Content
The basic version of Vision Pro comes with a $3,499 price tag. This device comes with up to 256GB of storage space. There are other storage options but Apple has not disclosed the prices of other storage capacities. In the Vision Pro box, users will find the following
- A light seal, two different light seals
- A protective cover for the front of the device
- A polishing cloth
- A battery
- A USB Type-C charging cable
- A USB Type-C power adapter.
Final Words
The Apple Vision Pro headset’s external battery supports up to 2.5 hours of 2D video playback, which is half an hour more than it offers in “general use” on a single charge. This information was quietly updated on Apple’s product page for the device. The battery life estimates were based on tests “in conjunction with an… using 2D movie content purchased from the Apple TV app.” The headset can also be used indefinitely if the battery is itself plugged into an external power source. The Vision Pro can stream content from various services on a screen that feels 100 feet wide with support for HDR content. The device will be available for pre-order on January 19 and go on sale in the United States on February 2.
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