If you ’re a hardcore gamer , you ’ll already recognize that the tangible next - gen gaming revolution is virtual reality , spearheaded by the Oculus Rift . It seems that Apple has been charter line , with a new - reveal letters patent revealing study of a possible Apple - branded head - mounted video display .
A 3D ice system resemble “ ski or motorcycle goggles ” , the 14,000 word patent focusses more on mass medium regard than gaming or Google Glass - like AR feature ( though it does leave room for both ) , offering a personal projection screen mounted in a frame with a display for each eye produce the 3D visual effect .
Where the patent gets more exciting however is in its description of a feature that could ameliorate the viewing experience for those with eyesight problems . Rather than have to squeeze a pair of prescription deoxyephedrine under the goggles , Apple describes a conceptual data processing technique that could adjust the image post to each single lens to even up for those with centre - sight problems — an - as - yet unaddressed short make out with other double - video display 3D specs systems .
As ever , a patent of invention is no indication that a company has any concrete design to put a product together . But it does show that Apple accredit that head - mount displays are an area of involvement for technical school - savvy consumer , and potentially one to watch out . With the society in recent time accuse of perch on established glories , more adventuresome concepts like this one could be ask , should the iPhone house of cards ever burst . At least it ’s a change from iWatch and iTV rumours , right ? [ Patently AppleviaTechRadar ]
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