Overview
- The M5 Vision Pro is available to pre-order at a $3,499 starting price, with launch set for October 22.
- Apple has discontinued the first M2 Vision Pro and does not list it in its official trade-in program.
- Owners seeking to upgrade must use third-party marketplaces or private buyers, with guidance to keep packaging, accessories, and condition documentation to retain value.
- Apple has not explained the exclusion, and commentators point to refurbishing complexity and limited demand for a first-generation, sensor-heavy headset.
- Coverage notes Apple could update eligibility later, so customers should check the company’s trade-in page before committing to a resale.