Amid the release of the Vision Pro, a warning has been issued to Tesla drivers not to use the headset while operating their vehicles.
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The warning was issued by US Secretary for Transportation Pete Buttigieg, who posted on X, stating that all drivers must be fully engaged after responding to a video of a Tesla driver operating their vehicle while wearing Apple’s Vision Pro. “Reminder—ALL advanced driver assistance systems available today require the human driver to be in control and fully engaged in the driving task at all times,” the post reads.
According to the BBC, there was an uptick in videos of Tesla drivers wearing the XR headset, and one video showed a man being pulled over by police for wearing the device. He explained to officers that he only drove with the headset for “30 to 40 seconds.” Apple’s user guide warns users not to use their headsets while driving.
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Apple’s Vision Pro, launched at a staggering $3,499, has sparked debate about its price and purpose. Priced significantly higher than other VR headsets, it positions itself as a “spatial computer” aiming to blend digital and physical worlds for various uses. Proponents laud its potential for work collaboration, immersive entertainment, and creative applications. However, critics challenge its practicality at such a cost, questioning whether it caters to niche professionals or early adopters with deep pockets. Whether Vision Pro lives up to its ambitious price tag and redefines spatial computing remains to be seen. Still, its arrival undoubtedly stirs the pot in the evolving world of XR technology.
Apple and Tesla released no statements regarding the warnings and viral videos.