New headline: Apple reveals latest patent: Vision Pro digital stone may revolutionize virtual experiences

Next year, Apple plans to launch an extended reality (XR) headset called Vision Pro, which will cost up to US$3,499, or approximately RMB 25,508. In addition to the expensive price, Apple recently announced a high-profile patent application involving a small portable object called a "digital stone" or "chess piece". This object is used with the Vision Pro, triggering outside scrutiny. Hot discussions about its functions and uses

According to the patent description, this "digital stone" can play a role in an extended reality system, allowing virtual objects in the XR environment to be viewed by the user. Still present in the real world after turning off the Vision Pro device. Users can bring XR content into the real world through this portable object and revisit it later using the same or a different XR system. For example, users can associate virtual objects such as digital photos, documents, applications, and even digital currency with this "digital stone" to integrate virtual content into their daily lives. One possible application scenario is that users can save virtual photo albums to "digital stones" and then share them with others so that they can access these virtual contents in Vision Pro devices

Many people have compared this concept to Apple's AirTag tracker, and there are even rumors that Apple is developing a second-generation AirTag to integrate with Vision Pro devices. However, some people have also raised questions about the practical application value of this "digital stone". They question whether this is really the most practical way to transmit or store XR content. Some concerns include privacy issues, and the connection of virtual content to the real world may lead to privacy and security risks

The patent also mentions a more complex device that may have built-in cameras, various sensors (such as touch, heart rate) , temperature, lidar, sonar, GPS, etc.), and can even provide tactile feedback. This device is more like a handle that can be used to manipulate virtual objects in the XR environment, similar to the gloves used in some virtual reality systems. However, these more advanced features may increase the complexity and cost of the product. Still, it's unclear whether this patent will be one of the accessories for next year's Vision Pro device, or if it is just a future idea from Apple. a part of. Regardless of the final outcome, this patent once again demonstrates Apple’s ambitions in technological innovation and its continuous exploration to improve user experience

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