Apple CEO Tim Cook stated that when it comes to augmented reality, the tech is “critically important” to Apple’s future in terms of improving conversations.

The tech giant’s CEO said that he envisions AR being used in fields such as health, education, retail, and gaming.

Rumored for years to be had been working on an AR headset, and as per the current leaks there is a possibility that a mixed reality device could be out in the following year.