According to a recent report by Mark Gurman from Bloomberg. Gurman explains that Apple has a team called XDG, which stands for "Exploratory Design Group," studying advanced display technologies, artificial intelligence, and other options in future versions of AR/VR headset to support these individuals.
Although the details of the upcoming AR/VR headset are not currently known in clear and detailed terms, it is evident that Apple continues to prioritize accessibility, or what is now known as user facilitation, which is already available in all its products and is being developed in all possible ways to be simplified and easy to use and available to support people with disabilities, such as those with visual, auditory, or even motor difficulties.
According to rumors, the initial release of AR/VR headset may include more than 12 cameras, some of which will be used to map the area surrounding the user. This feature may enable the AR/VR headset to display additional visual information for individuals with partial visual impairments, and it is possible to provide voice guidance for completely blind people.
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The in-development AR/VR headset may include customized features designed to help people with medical conditions such as age-related macular degeneration or macular degeneration, which can cause blind spots in a person's vision and lead to clear vision loss or distortion. One example of a current product that serves this purpose is the Oculenz AR Wear glasses.
The glasses utilize floating lenses in front of the user's eyes which can be programmed to transfer images or objects from their usual location on the screen to a different part of the visual field, enabling real-time viewing. This allows individuals with macular degeneration to see more clearly and enjoy a more immersive and enjoyable experience while watching videos, playing games, or interacting with other visual media.
Although there is no official confirmation of the accessibility features for the upcoming AR/VR headset, it is possible that the first model will include some, given Apple's track record of prioritizing accessibility in its other devices and making its products available to all users. The first AR/VR headset are set to be released later this year.