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Apple Plans Vision Pro Refresh Featuring M4 Chip and Redesigned Strap

Performance upgrades through an M4 chip accompany a redesigned strap intended to ease neck strain on the existing Vision Pro form factor.

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An update on the original Vision Pro headset will boost processing power and improve comfort.
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Overview

  • The updated Vision Pro is expected to ship later this year and preserve its $3,499 price point and current weight.
  • Apple will roll out visionOS 26 alongside the hardware update, introducing virtual widgets and eye-scrolling to refine the interface.
  • Prototypes include an upgraded Neural Engine with additional cores to improve on-device AI performance.
  • A tethered enterprise variation is in development to reduce latency by linking the headset to an iPhone or Mac.
  • Apple remains on track to launch a lighter, lower-cost N100 “Vision Air” model around 2027.