Microsoft Exec Tries Apple's Vision Pro on Long Flight, Calls Experience Wild But Heavy
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Omar Shahine, head of Microsoft Word, used Apple's Vision Pro headset for entertainment during a 16-hour flight and said it provided a superior, "wild" experience compared to in-flight systems.
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He noted the Vision Pro allows users to watch movies and browse the web using the entire cabin as a screen, with multiple programs running simultaneously.
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However, Shahine said the Vision Pro is quite heavy and strains his eyes a bit after prolonged use.
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He believes the Vision Pro headset is "much better, more capable, more fun, and cheaper" than his home theater system.
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The article contrasts Microsoft's early leadership in AR/VR with the HoloLens vs. Apple's superior execution and mainstream adoption with the Vision Pro headset.