Future Apple Vision Pros may have batteries attached to the spatial computer itself. Apple has filed for a patent for a “Battery Assembly for Head-Mounted Device.”
Currently, to reduce weight the Vision Pro has a wired, external battery that supports up to two hours of general use, 2.5 hours of video playback. Apple is working to reduce the size and weight of future Vision Pros. If it does, a battery built into the head-mounted display (HMD) would offer more freedom while using the Vision Pro — assuming Apple can find a way to deal with weight and comfort issues.
In the patent Apple notes that a primary challenge when developing HMDs, particularly HMDs that have small form factors, is achieving a suitable battery life while still maintaining functionality and an acceptable shape and size. Performing the necessary computing functions, while still making the HMD stylish and light enough that a user could wear the device for an extended period of time demands novel solutions.
Given the power needs of HMDs and current battery technology, a user may be required to remove and charge the device several times a day or keep the device tethered to a power source. Internal batteries with lower power capacities can be utilized to maintain power to fundamental operations of the system, such as memory retention. That’s still not a perfect solution. So Apple is working on ways to “enhance the options for power sources in an HMD.”
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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