Overview

• MacRumors found a new “Dual Knit Band” referenced in Apple’s backend code, a strap that does not exist on current Vision Pro units.
• Text in the code suggests a hybrid design with an upper strap over the head and a rear band, blending traits of the Solo Knit and Dual Loop options.
• Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who previously reported Apple was testing a redesigned strap, publicly corroborated the code discovery.
• The effort targets comfort concerns tied to the headset’s 21.2–22.9 ounce weight, which has led some owners to DIY two-band setups for better support.
• Apple has not announced the accessory or its availability, and reporting ties it to a modest Vision Pro refresh before year-end that is expected to feature an M5 chip.