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by zerr 16 days ago
Why not have a battery externally, attached with a long cable?
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The Vision Pro battery is already external, isn't it? But the device is heavy anyway, I think because of the used materials like glass.
Maybe they should add a helium balloon. Like this guy did with his bag:

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fvfvUzy64sw

Not sure how convenient it is when working in an airplane, though. Maybe airplanes could be fitted with elastic straps that pull your VR device up?

Balance presumably.
It's not a matter of "can" you do it, it's a matter of needing to do it. Do you make a habit of carrying a gallon of water on your head? You probably don't need to. I don't need to either. I certainly don't need to spend $3500 for the privilege of carrying a gallon of water on my head. Doing so is not necessary or beneficial to my life in any way. I could do it if my life depended on it, but it doesn't.
If the Vision Pro was balanced on top of the head, it would definitely be easier to sustain for a longer period of time, but the weight is attached to the front. That means you're holding it up with your neck muscles instead of straight down your spine.