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Report: Apple Readies Modest Vision Pro Update With New Chip, Possible Space Black Finish

Apple’s roadmap now targets a lower-cost headset alongside smart glasses after weak uptake of the $3,499 model.

Overview

  • Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports Apple is preparing the first hardware refresh of Vision Pro since its February 2024 release.
  • The update is expected to center on a processor swap from the M2 to newer Apple silicon, with M4 and M5 reportedly tested.
  • Apple has considered a space black finish to provide a clear visual cue that distinguishes the new model.
  • Comfort changes have been explored, including a revised strap that could replace the current dual-band system.
  • Separate efforts are planned for a far cheaper, lighter headset and for smart glasses over the next two years, reflecting the original model’s slow sales.