Apple stops development of Vision Pro 2 and may switch to a cheaper headset

This change in strategy comes as Apple wants to conquer a broader market with a cheaper offering, the report says.

Originally, a launch date of August 2025 at the earliest was expected, but reports available to GSM Arena now indicate that Apple has reduced the workforce responsible for the Vision Pro 2 project and informed suppliers of the suspension of development.

This decision underscores Apple’s strategic focus toward a more accessible AR headset option.

Details on the exact price of the upcoming, cheaper Vision headset are still speculation, but reports from GSM Arena suggest that Apple is aiming for a price of around $1,500.

The cheaper version will likely have some compromises on certain features compared to the Pro model, such as a simplified headband, smaller speakers and a smaller number of cameras.

However, Apple is reportedly facing a challenge in balancing affordability while retaining essential features.

While the cheaper Vision headset is expected to adopt the high-end display technology of its Pro counterpart, Apple is reportedly being cautious and not compromising too much on features that could diminish the headset’s appeal in a competitive market.

The reports state that although Apple has paused development of Vision Pro 2 for now, there is still a possibility of resuming work on the project in the future.

However, the focus is currently entirely on refining and preparing the cheaper Vision model for its expected market launch. (ANI)

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