Apple has been granted a patent for a “Head-mountable Device With Connectable Accessories” that hints at a future modular version of the Vision Pro that would allow uses to swap out accessories (batteries, straps, etc.) as needed.
About the patent
In addition to augmented reality and virtual reality features, Apple says a user may further interact with a head-mountable device by providing inputs for processing by one or more components of the head-mountable device. For example, the user can provide tactile inputs, voice commands, and other inputs while the device is mounted to the user’s head.
Summary of the patent
Here’s Apple’s abstract of the patent: “Head-mountable devices can include connection mechanisms that provide adjustable and exchangeable connections with other devices to enhance performance of the head-mountable device. Such connections can provide both mechanical engagement and operable communication between the connected devices.
“Accessory devices and/or external devices can be easily connected to provide different components and functions at different times as desired. Accordingly, a main portion of the head-mountable device need not include permanent components that provide every function that will later be desired by the user. Instead, the head-mountable device can have expanded and customizable capabilities by the use of one or more accessory devices.”
