APPLE has reportedly invented an iris-scanning headset that can authenticate payments and log into accounts.
It is rumored that the revolutionary device will likely launch in early 2023.
Two people, who supposedly help develop the device, told The Information that the iris scanning feature is similar to Touch ID and Face ID.
To activate iris scanning, internal cameras in the headset track where users are looking.
In 2017, Apple purchased a German startup, SensoMotoric Instruments, which specialized in augmented reality and eye tracking.
It is also rumored that there will be 14 cameras in the headset purposely designed to capture motion precisely.
Unlike Meta's Quest Pro, Apple's headset is supposed to resemble a pair of ski goggles and conceal its outward-facing cameras.
The design is said to be made of mesh fabric, aluminum, and glass, as reported by MacRumors.
The headset is supposedly thinner and lighter than the 722 grams Quest Pro.
Other features include a magnetic clip, so people who wear glasses can clip on custom prescription lenses in the device.
Some people are excited about the launch while others find the device to be humorous.
"Funny how details get leaked as a competitor is introducing a major product. Nonetheless, being the Apple fan I am, I probably will be buying it when it's released," one fan wrote on MacRumors.
Another person said: "Good grief, this stuff is getting insidious."
One person said this device is an outlet to encouraging consumers to buy more Apple products.
"So Apple will now try to sell you prescription lenses made to fit this headset. iLenses for only $700," the person commented.
One person responded: "If you want a L AND R lens, it's $1,499."
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