# Digital Media Concepts/Apple Vision Pro Environmental Considerations
## Introduction

Apple Inc. is massive technology company that has revolutionized the world with its innovative products. In the year 1976 the company was established by Steve Jobs, Ronald Wayne, and Steve Wozniak in Cupertino, California. Over the last few decades apple has released multiple products that have had a significant impact on various industries. These products include the Apple watch, iPhone, iPad, Mac Computers, and more. The commitment Apple has to technological advancements along with an excellence in design has set its position as one of the leaders in the technology world.

## What is the Apple Vision Pro

The Vision Pro is a computer built by Apple that you wear on your face. Unlike Apples other products that you control through touch screen, a keyboard, or a mouse you navigate this device simply by using your eyes, hands, and voice. The computer detects what you would like to do by watching the movement of your eyes and what you are doing with your hands. The Apple vision Pro is referred to as a spatial computer rather than an ordinary virtual reality headset that has been around for yours. This device blends digital content and apps into the physical space around you.

## Use of the Vision Pro

The apple vision pro is capable of doing a large variety of things. Apps that you download from the headset make this possible and they have a wide range. Here are some of the apps that are currently available to download.
* Everlog – Daily journal: App Store | Social
* MoneyCoach – Budget planner: App Store | Social
* CamPlan – 3D home layouts: App Store | Social
* No Meat Today – Meatless tracking: App Store | Social
* Decky Dashboard – Social columns: App Store | Social
* NowPlaying – IMDb for music : App Store | Social
* Numerics – Business dashboard: App Store | Social
* Mercury Weather – Visualize weather: App Store | Social
* Bezel – iPhone mirroring: App Store | Social
* Timely – Virtual spatial clock: App Store | Social
* Tizipizi – Time zone converter: App Store | Social
* Study Snacks – Vocabulary and learning: App Store | Social
* JigSpace – 3D presentations: App Store | Social
* TV Launcher – Launch US channels: App Store | Social
* TV Remote – Universal Remote: App Store | Social
* AppJournal – Log developer achievements: App Store | Social
* Ambre – Recipes and cooking: App Store | Social
* LookUp – Visual dictionary: App Store | Social
* The Assembler – Learn coding with pixel art: App Store | Social
* Chess Dreams – Immersive chess: App Store | Social
* FilmNoir – Track films and TV shows: App Store | Social
* Heypster – GIF platform without tracking: App Store | Social
* Minghin – 3D memory game: App Store | Social
* Ploppy Pairs – Cute pairing game: App Store | Social
* Where is Ploppy? – Cute hidden object game: App Store | Social
* CrossCraft – Craft crosswords on topics you love: App Store | Social
* Orbit Meditation – Immersive meditation: App Store | Social
* Email Me – Fastest way to capture notes: App Store | Social
* amuz – Swipe through immersive photos: App Store | Social
* Focus – Minimalist pomodoro timer: App Store | Social
* Sunlight – Daily key observable events: App Store | Social

## Innovation of the Apple Vision Pro

The design of the Apple vision pro is not the same as other virtual reality devices because of its ultra-high-resolution display system that packs 23 million pixels across two displays. “Today marks the beginning of a new era for computing,” said Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO. “Just as the Mac introduced us to personal computing, and iPhone introduced us to mobile computing, Apple Vision Pro introduces us to spatial computing." "https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2023/06/introducing-apple-vision-pro/ " This new spatial computing is intended to converge the physical and digital worlds.

## Environmental aspects of the headset

Some features this product has to better our environment are
* 100% recycled aluminum in both the frame and battery enclosure
* Has 100% clean electricity for product use
* Has Transitioned to 100% clean electricity for manufacturing
* Uses recycled and low-carbon materials
* 100% of the packaging is fiber-based to eliminate plastic in packaging

## How they benefit the Environment

Having 100 % recycled aluminum in both the battery enclosure and the frame significantly reduces the impact to the environment when manufacturing. This direction conserves natural resources and it lowers the energy consumption needed when manufacturing this product. Using recycled materials also helps the environment by reducing the landfill waste on earth while also lowering the greenhouse gas emissions. The elimination of fossil fuels also helps with the carbon emissions that are causing climate change. Overall the increase in sustainable materials and other beneficial practices used by apple demonstrates their dedication to helping fight climate change and keeping earth clean.