Waterfield Vision Pro Shield Case Is Half the Size of Apple's Travel Case (2024)

by Tim Hardwick

Waterfield has announced its own Vision Pro Shield Case, a more compact alternative to Apple's official $199 Travel Case for the company's new headset.

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Apple's Vision Pro Travel Case (left) versus Waterfield case

At half the size of Apple's case, Waterfield says its Shield Case travels more easily, while still providing the necessary protection and capacity for organizing and carrying related accessories in transit. It achieves this by taking advantage of the Vision Pro's detachable parts.

WaterField leveraged the ease with which the Vision Pro head straps can be removed to significantly reduce the size of its Vision Pro Shield Case. The new Apple headset, with its front cover on, sits cradled on one side, and a padded accessory pouch — for the charger, cables, cleaning cloth, one or both head straps, and Zeiss lenses in Ultrasuede® pockets — rests perfectly inside the curve of the headset on the other. This design not only saves space but also keeps the headset firmly in place, and the pouch's padding adds yet another extra layer of protection.

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A padded battery pocket under the flap is positioned to keep the battery's weight away from the headset (users can detach the battery from the cable using a SIM tray ejector tool), while an external zippered pocket can be used for additional accessories and includes a stealth AirTag pocket.

The 5-liter case is surrounded by impact-resistant closed-cell foam and lined with a padded fleece. A dual-sided waterproof YKK zipper surrounds the case on three sides and is backed by a fleece bumper, which shields the contents from the zipper. There's also a low-profile handle on the case, and D-rings for hooking an optional shoulder strap.

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WaterField Vision Pro Shield Case is available in several vegan ($159) and leather ($179) color options, and can be pre-ordered now from the Waterfield website. Shipping for vegan and leather options begins February 15 and February 22, respectively.

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Top Rated Comments

nfl46

1 week ago

It may be smaller but jeez, the price is just as insane. You’d think they would try to really undercut Apple. They’re basically the same price.

Score: 16 Votes (Like | Disagree)

attohs

1 week ago

The Apple Case is $200 because of the special anti-vibration foam that it’s made out of. Nothing else will be able to provide that level of vibration isolation for under $200.

Score: 13 Votes (Like | Disagree)

newyorksole

1 week ago

when I do get a Vision Pro, I will for sure get Apple’s case.

Score: 9 Votes (Like | Disagree)

RodThePlod

1 week ago

As well as this WaterField case being more practical and easier to travel with, I think it looks much better than the Apple Travel case, too!

Score: 8 Votes (Like | Disagree)

orbital~debris

1 week ago

Yeah… but it does not have the sweet astronaut aesthetic Apple are bringing with theirs. ??‍?

Score: 6 Votes (Like | Disagree)

Jim Lahey

1 week ago

I looked at a picture of the pure white Apple case yesterday and it turned brown the longer I stared. Preposterous.

Score: 6 Votes (Like | Disagree)

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FAQs

Is the Apple Vision Pro case worth it? ›

It fits nicely under airplane seats and looks good in my opinion. It's a 22L bag that isn't huge by any means, but has been more than capable when I've had to travel with two laptops, an iPad Pro in a Magic Keyboard, Sony over-the-ear headphones, and a Canon mirrorless camera for good measure.

How big is the storage on the Apple Vision pro? ›

Beyond the base storage of 256GB, which many critics had been wary about due to the sheer volume of content consumable on the headset, Apple will be offering the Vision Pro in 512GB and 1TB options.

Does Apple Vision come with a case? ›

Also included in the box is a second Light Seal Cushion, a second headband (Dual Loop Band), battery with attached power cable, USB-C Charge Cable, USB-C Power Adapter, Apple Vision Pro Cover, and Apple Vision Pro Polishing Cloth.

How big is the vision pro battery? ›

You may have already heard Vision Pro's battery cited in mAh (milliampere-hours). It's 3166 mAh, smaller than Quest 3's battery, which is 4879 mAh.

Why is Vision Pro so expensive? ›

The Vision Pro includes lots of pricey state-of-the-art parts. One estimate from research firm Omdia puts the “bill of materials” for the headset at $1,542, and that doesn't include the costs of research and development, packaging, marketing or Apple's profit margin.

Are people returning Vision Pro? ›

Less than 1% of the people who bought this headset returned it. Of those <1%, 30% of those people didn't 'get it'. We're not talking about a huge number of people returning their headsets because they don't understand the use case.

What can be done with Apple Vision Pro? ›

With visionOS on Apple Vision Pro, you can use built-in apps like Apple TV , Safari , and Photos , transform your space with Environments, connect with others in FaceTime calls, and download great third-party apps from the App Store .

How many Apple Vision Pro sold? ›

Apple has already sold more than 200,000 Vision Pro headsets, report says. Apple has already sold around 200,000 Vision Pro headsets, MacRumors reported. The headset sold out almost immediately after the preorders opened on January 19. Apple's Vision Pro officially launches in the US on February 2.

Can you upgrade Vision Pro storage? ›

Buy the Apple Vision Pro

I started with the Vision Pro headset itself at $3,499. Upgrading to the 1TB storage version -- the largest available -- added $400.

How do I clean my Apple Vision Pro travel case? ›

How to clean your Apple Vision Pro Travel Case
  1. Wipe the exterior and interior of the case clean with a soft, damp, lint-free cloth.
  2. If the exterior still isn't clean, use a soft lint-free cloth with soapy water .
  3. Make sure the case is fully dry before using it with Apple Vision Pro.
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Do you need Wi-Fi for Apple Vision Pro? ›

When you turn on Apple Vision Pro for the first time, you're guided through the simple setup process—all you need is a Wi-Fi connection.

How long does the Vision Pro last? ›

Apple Vision Pro is powered by an external rechargeable battery that you can use for up to 2 hours of general use or 2.5 hours of video watching* when fully charged, or all day when connected to power.

Which country made vision battery? ›

Vision Group is one of the Largest Battery Manufacturers in the world. Vision Group was founded in 1994, with headquarters located in Shenzhen China. After 20 years of development, we have three industrial locations in Shenzhen China, Hubei China, and Vietnam, which total area, covers 2.8 million square feet.

What are the benefits of Apple Vision Pro? ›

Here are the advantages of the Apple Vision Pro.

At the heart of the Apple Vision Pro lies its high-definition display technology. The device allows users to search the web, watch movies, play video games, and access more of their favorite apps.

Are genuine Apple cases worth it? ›

Myth 1: Original iPhone cases are always the best choice

Unfortunately, an original iPhone case is not always the best choice. Despite opinions saying that the phone manufacturer knows best what protection the device needs, this is not true. Apple specializes in manufacturing electronic devices, not accessories.

Is a case worth it on a MacBook Pro? ›

They offer excellent protection against scratches, scuffs, and minor impacts that your MacBook Pro might encounter during daily use. A good quality case can last for many years. Work-in-Case Protection: The best feature of a MacBook hardshell case is the work-in-case experience.

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