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Future Apple headsets may use liquid lenses to correct vision

Apple is working on technology that could allow you to ditch the expensive Zeiss inserts needed to correct vision issues on the Apple Vision Pro. Future headsets could dynamically change focus based on what you’re looking at.

Apple Vision Pro headset and two black lens covers on a dark surface.
Users may be able to trade inserts for auto-adjusting lenses.

Dynamically focusing systems use liquid-filled lenses and electrical current to adjust focus to match a prescription. When a current is applied to the lenses, the liquid changes how light passes through them to the eye.

Traditional lenses and inserts also change how light hits the eye, but glass lenses can’t be adjusted once made. Liquid lenses could change as a user’s vision changes, eliminating the need to buy new inserts.

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