Magic Leap augmented reality headset

The Magic Leap One, under development for years and often derided as fiction by naysayers tired of its non-appearance, has finally arrived


LIGHTWEAR 
Headstrap: Slides apart to match user’s shape

Forehead/nose pads: Adaptable for more comfortable fit

Headset available in two head sizes

Sensors: Map room so graphics can be integrated into space 

Vision: Prescription lenses for wearers of eyeglasses

LIGHTPACK 
Power: Portable computer connects to Lightwear and drives visuals

CONTROL
Input: 3D tracking, touch pad, button and trigger offer user multiple interactions

FIELD OF VIEW
Average VR headset
HoloLens*
Magic Leap One

AR field of view not as immersive as virtual reality (VR)

View appears tinted, with graphics laid on top
110°
40°
30°
4:3 ratio

VR shuts out physical world (total immersion).
Augmented reality adds digital elements to live view


Lightwear

Control: 7.5 hours continuous use

Lightpack: Powered by Nvidia’s next-generation Tegra X2 chip

Price: $2,295


*Microsoft AR headset for Windows 10 (shipped Mar 2016, price $3,000)

Sources: UPLOAD VR, The Verge, CNET, Magic Leap 
Pictures: Magic Leap, IKEA
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