Apple is rumored to postpone the release of a more affordable Vision Pro until after 2027, potentially introducing an M5 chip update in the meantime. - Road to VR
Apple Reportedly Delays Cheaper Vision Pro Beyond 2027, M5 Chip Refresh May Arrive Instead
According to tech analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is reportedly delaying the release of a cheaper version of the Vision Pro headset beyond 2027. Instead, the company may introduce a hardware refresh featuring the new M5 chipset in 2025. Kuo suggests that Apple's decision to delay is influenced by the belief that simply reducing the price won't create successful use cases, similar to the HomePod's situation. Although previous reports speculated about a more affordable headset releasing earlier, Apple's notorious secrecy makes it difficult to predict their exact plans. Tim Cook, Apple's CEO, emphasizes that Vision Pro is geared towards early adopters and isn't intended as a mass-market product. This suggests a shift in Apple's strategy, leaving the Vision Pro as an expensive and niche device. Meanwhile, the competitive XR landscape evolves rapidly, with Meta's Quest 3S release and Google's moves to support XR on Google Play. For the full story, visit Road to VR.
Source: https://www.roadtovr.com/report-apple-delays-cheaper-vision-pro-2027-m5-refresh/