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Apple 'Vision Air' Rumored to Feature Lightweight Titanium Design and Midnight Finish

Leaked details suggest the next mixed-reality headset in Apple's Vision lineup will be thinner, lighter, and more affordable, with a potential launch in late 2025 or early 2026.

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Leaker Kosutami posted this photo of a midnight blue connector for the upcoming headset.
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Overview

  • The Vision Air is expected to incorporate titanium for internal components, including connectors and the battery enclosure, to reduce weight.
  • The headset will reportedly feature an aluminum exterior with a new 'Midnight' bluish-black color, distinguishing it from the Vision Pro's silver finish.
  • Leaked images reveal a redesigned power cable with an anodized aluminum connector in Midnight, featuring an 8-pin configuration compared to the Vision Pro's 12 pins.
  • The Vision Air is part of Apple's strategy to address criticisms of the Vision Pro's bulk and high price, aiming to broaden adoption of its spatial computing platform.
  • A release window for the Vision Air is speculated to be between late 2025 and early 2026, aligning with Apple's focus on product tiering within the Vision lineup.