The Apple Vision Pro has captured the attention of everyone worldwide. However, currently, this device is only available in the United States, which has raised questions about its acquisition and use in other countries. Apple has provided more details on what international users can expect if they purchase the Vision Pro in the United States to use it abroad. And although the answer to whether we can buy the Vision Pro from outside the United States is affirmative, there are several details to keep in mind.
The short answer is yes, although it depends on several factors
For international buyers who have considered using various methods to purchase the Vision Pro, it is crucial to know certain restrictions and limitations specific to this first version. According to information confirmed by Apple to 9to5mac, there are several aspects to consider.
Firstly, Zeiss, Apple’s partner for lens prescriptions, only accepts prescriptions from professionals in the United States. Additionally, Zeiss only ships to addresses within the United States. This means that international users who may need these extra lenses need to take all of these factors into consideration.
Another important aspect is the availability of content, applications and features outside of the United States. Due to licensing restrictions, certain content and applications — hopefully not the Fruit ninja that arrives on the Vision Pro— may not be available in other countries. This includes limitations in the App Store for visionOS and in services like Apple Music and the Apple TV app, which require an Apple ID configured in the United States region.
In addition, the user experience in terms of language is also something to consider. While Apple is working on system translation, the Vision Pro only supports English for language and writing, as well as for Siri and dictation. It is expected that a software update will add more languages soon, but we don’t really know when.
Regarding technical support, Apple has indicated that it is only available in the United States. This is something we must keep in mind in case we require technical assistance or support for the device. On the other hand, for buyers from the United States who travel internationally, Apple ensures that the experience with the Vision Pro will be consistent. The device even has a travel mode that adapts the device to stabilize the experience while on an airplane, and it is expected that the expansion of the device outside the U.S. will make its use even more homogeneous.
While it is technically possible to acquire an Apple Vision Pro outside of the United States, there are several important considerations and limitations that we must take into account. From the logistics of obtaining the device to language and content restrictions, international users must carefully weigh whether the advantages of the device outweigh these barriers. Although it is expected that the situation will gradually change, something we must keep in mind if we decide to get the new Apple space computer before anyone else, since, in fact, the Apple Vision Pro has sold twice as many units as expected, and in just two days.
