How to use your Apple Vision Pro safely

Find out how to wear and use your Apple Vision Pro safely.

Address your vision needs

Apple Vision Pro supports a wide range of vision needs. Certain prescription needs and conditions may affect the viewing experience. If you require vision correction, you must either wear contact lenses or purchase compatible ZEISS Optical Inserts, as glasses are not compatible with the device.

Find out about using Apple Vision Pro with vision prescriptions or vision conditions

Consider your medical needs

If you are at risk for falls or seizures, or have a serious medical condition such as a heart condition, consult with a medical provider before using Apple Vision Pro. If you have a pre-existing medical condition, such as migraine headaches, an eye or vision condition, an inner ear condition, or a psychological condition, using Apple Vision Pro may aggravate your symptoms or increase your risk of injury or discomfort. If you are pregnant, exercise additional caution when using Apple Vision Pro, as pregnancy may increase the risk of nausea or loss of balance. If you experience symptoms that may be related to a medical condition, discontinue use of the device and consult with your doctor before resuming use of Apple Vision Pro.

Find out about using Apple Vision Pro with certain medical conditions

Apple Vision Pro and its battery contain magnets, components and radios that emit electromagnetic fields, which could affect the operation of nearby medical devices.

Important safety information for Apple Vision Pro

Make sure you use the correct fit

Ensure your Apple Vision Pro fits correctly. A correct fit, including using the correct Light Seal and head band, is important for providing a safe device experience. If you require vision correction, you must either wear contact lenses or purchase compatible ZEISS Optical Inserts, as glasses are not compatible with the device. Using the device while wearing facial jewellery may increase the risk of injury.

Find out how to get the best fit and how to make adjustments

Because the displays need to remain a safe distance from your eyes, you may see an alert on your device that says your eyes are too close to your Apple Vision Pro display. If you see this, switch to the Light Seal Cushion that came with your Apple Vision Pro marked with a “+”. If the warning persists, you may need to purchase a different Light Seal.

Always wear the correct size of Light Seal and Light Seal Cushion for your face when wearing Apple Vision Pro, and never wear Apple Vision Pro without a Light Seal and Light Seal Cushion attached.

Find out how to replace your Light Seal Cushion

Apple Vision Pro features an interpupillary distance (IPD) adjustment, which moves the displays in front of your eyes. visionOS may ask you to press and hold the Digital Crown to adjust the displays. Release the Digital Crown to stop the movement if you feel contact on your nose. After adjusting the IPD, you should see a single, clear image of your surroundings and content.

Use your device in a controlled indoor or outdoor space

• Ensure your space is clear of any obstacles that you could bump into, trip over or hit with your hands. Immersive experiences may block your ability to see your surroundings while wearing Apple Vision Pro.

• Ensure your space is dry and level to reduce the likelihood of falls or collisions.

• Be aware of people, pets and children in your space while using the device.

• Avoid situations and obstacles – such as doorknobs and cabinets – that may catch the power cable and cause it to disconnect.

• Remove Apple Vision Pro immediately if a loss of system power occurs, as the displays will turn off and you will be unable to see your surroundings.

• Do not use Apple Vision Pro around stairs, balconies, railings, glass, mirrors, sharp objects, sources of excessive heat (such as a cooker or oven) or other hazards.

• You can only use your Apple Vision Pro outside in controlled environments. Avoid situations that could cause you to trip and fall, such as uneven terrain or obstacles that you could collide with. If you are outside, avoid extreme temperatures, rain, fog or moisture of any kind. Apple Vision Pro shouldn’t be used near roads or areas where moving objects present a collision risk.

• Never use the device while operating a moving vehicle, bicycle, heavy machinery or in any other situations requiring attention to safety.

For the best experience, use your Vision Pro in a well-lit area. Low light conditions may increase the risk of collision with objects in your environment.

Take regular breaks

As you get used to using your Vision Pro, take a break every 20 to 30 minutes, then adjust the time based on your comfort level. Stop using the device if you start to feel unwell at any point, even if you’ve only been using the device for a few minutes.

If you experience visual discomfort, such as eye strain, headaches or eye pain, or a change in vision, such as blurred or double vision, stop using your device. If symptoms persist, consult your medical provider.

Avoid use if you’re feeling unwell

Don’t use the device if you’re currently ill, feeling unwell or are impaired. A safe experience requires an unimpaired sense of motion and balance. You should also avoid using the device if you’re currently injured or recently had a medical procedure on your face, nose or head.

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Stop using it immediately if you feel unwell or experience discomfort, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, numbness, eye strain, eye pain or a change in vision, such as blurred or double vision.

Other safety considerations

While Apple Vision Pro is charging, ensure the battery does not get excessively warm by keeping the battery in a well-ventilated area.

If your Vision Pro breaks or cracks while you’re wearing it, remove the device safely by holding the enclosure and head band. Don’t use Apple Vision Pro if the display is cracked or broken.

Apple Vision Pro is not intended for use where the failure of the device could lead to death, personal injury or severe environmental damage.