Nerd Goggle Wars: Mark Zuckerberg Critiques Apple’s Vision Pro Headset
In a recent video posted on Instagram, Mark Zuckerberg, the founder and CEO of Meta, took a jab at Apple’s Vision Pro headset. The video served as a review of the mixed reality headset, comparing it to Meta’s own Quest headset. Zuckerberg’s critique focused on various aspects, including price, specifications, and usability.
Zuckerberg began by expressing his surprise at the superiority of Meta’s Quest headset over Apple’s Vision Pro. He stated, “I expected that Quest would be the better value for most people since it’s really good and like seven times less expensive, but after using [Vision Pro] I don’t just think that Quest is the better value, it’s the better product period.” According to Zuckerberg, the Quest offers a brighter screen, wider field of vision, more immersive content, and a more comfortable design compared to the Vision Pro.
While Zuckerberg did acknowledge a few positive aspects of the Vision Pro, such as its eye tracking and higher resolution, he also pointed out the trade-offs Apple had to make to achieve these features. He mentioned that the comfort and ergonomics of the Vision Pro were compromised, which led to some discomfort for users. In contrast, the Quest was designed to be lightweight and comfortable, weighing 120 grams less than the Vision Pro.
Zuckerberg didn’t shy away from taking a dig at Apple’s reputation and its loyal fanbase. He stated, “I know that some fanboys get upset whenever anyone dares to question if Apple’s going to be the leader in a new category,” implying that Apple’s reputation alone does not guarantee superiority in every product category. He further emphasized that Meta’s open model is set to win against Apple’s closed model in the mixed reality headset race.
The rivalry between Zuckerberg and Apple CEO Tim Cook is well-known, and this critique of Apple’s Vision Pro headset only adds fuel to the fire. However, Zuckerberg’s review was not just a personal attack; it was a comparison of the two products based on their features and performance.
In conclusion, Mark Zuckerberg’s review of Apple’s Vision Pro headset showcased the strengths of Meta’s Quest headset and highlighted the trade-offs made by Apple to achieve certain features. While acknowledging some positive aspects of the Vision Pro, Zuckerberg ultimately declared the Quest as the better product for most users. This critique adds to the ongoing nerd goggle wars between Meta and Apple, with Zuckerberg positioning Meta as the open model that will prevail in the future of mixed reality headsets.