The Apple Vision Pro. So far, it is the most anticipated and revolutionary product of 2024, however, it raises numerous doubts about the future, and where we are heading as a society. This "dystopian" future that we are slowly being led to is not anything new, individuals have been predicting this possibility for years, and even prominent movies such as Ready Player One have let us know about this hazard.
Seemingly a sleek, simple device, the Apple Vision Pro is an Augmented Reality (AR) device that provides us with the capability to complete virtually any task that can be done with a mobile device, from writing essays to playing video games with friends. However, it is likely that eventually, humans will form a dependency on this item, similar to how phones are a predominant part of our lives. This dependency can lead to us being immersed in the augmented reality world for our entire lives, without ever needing to take the device off.
However, the Apple Vision Pro is not the only device that provides us with these capabilities, as similar technology is being released from other companies, such as Meta, creating a competitive future for AR, hopefully driving the companies to compete to become better than the other, benefiting the customer. However, this surge of interest in AR devices is something that society is worried about, since it creates important questions about privacy and security.
Slowly, as time goes on, many around the world have a feeling that a dystopian future is slowly becoming closer to reality, and that the increase in Augmented Reality in our lives will lead to a society where humans may not even be able to distinguish between what is real and what is not, and makes many wonder where are we headed as a society, and what will the impact be on our relationships with family/friends, and our health.
Overall, the Apple Vision Pro and many other devices that are available today are pivotal devices in technological advancement, and they push the boundaries on what is capable with Augmented Reality. However, while the device creates convenience, it also creates numerous questions about our societal fabric, and where humanity is heading with AR. As the future of technology is approaching rapidly, it is important that humans find the line between innovation and the loss of humanity, and make sure to not cross it, making sure that technology is evolving, but not removing our core values.
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