Apple may use lower-resolution displays for a less expensive version of the Vision Pro, according to DigiTimes. This makes sense as such a device has been rumored before.
DigiTimes says a less pricey version of the Vision Pro might feature an OLED display with a pixel density of 1,500 PPI (per square inch) to reduce manufacturing costs. The current Vision Pro has a pixel density of 3,391 PPI. South Korean media predicts that companies like Japan’s JDI and Samsung Display (SDC) will participate in the OLED display development for Apple’s affordable mixed reality device.
In an August 11 “Power On” newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman said Apple is working on a cheaper Apple Vision headset, a second generation of Apple Vision Pro, as well as a version of Smart Glasses.
He said the tech giant plans to ship a less expensive Apple Vision headset, perhaps as early as 2025. In addition, Gurman said that Apple is continuing to work on a second generation of the high-end (that is, the current) Apple Vision Pro. Finally, he added that experimenting with smart glasses without displays, similar to Meta’s Ray Ban glasses.
About the Vision Pro
Demos of the Apple Vision Pro at Apple Stores in the U.S. can be reserved on Apple.com. To reserve a free Vision Pro demo online, go here, then follow the steps to book an appointment at your local Apple Store.
Pricing for the Vision Pro starts at US$3,499 with 256GB of storage. ZEISS Optical Inserts are available: $99 for reading lens and $149 for prescription lens.
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