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Apple reportedly developing new Vision Pro models, exploring lighter designs and external compute
Key points
- Apple is developing a new Vision Pro project, N224.
- The project explores lighter designs and external compute options.
- Release is projected between late 2028 and early 2029.
- Previous 'Vision Air' project (N100) was shelved.
Next-Generation Vision Pro in Development
Apple is reportedly developing a new version of its Vision Pro headset, codenamed N224. This project follows the shelving of an earlier, lighter 'Vision Air' project (N100) last year. The N224 project is not necessarily focused on a lower cost, but could be a successor to the current M5-based Vision Pro, potentially offering a flagship experience at a lower price point.
Exploring New Form Factors and Materials
The company is exploring four different concepts for the new Vision Pro. One concept involves offloading compute and battery to an external puck, similar to Meta's VR glasses, to reduce the headset's weight. However, some Apple executives prefer an all-in-one design.
Apple is also considering more experimental designs and material choices, including plastic, titanium, and other metals, to reduce the device's weight while retaining the basic egg-shaped form.
Projected Timeline and Technical Considerations
The new Vision Pro is reportedly in early stages of development, with a potential release window between late 2028 and early 2029. Future A-series chips are anticipated to be capable of running visionOS at higher capacities without active cooling, which could influence design decisions.
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Apple is reportedly working on a new Vision Pro project, codenamed N224, which could be a successor to the current model. The company is exploring different form factors, including lighter materials and potentially offloading compute to an external puck, with a possible release between late 2028 and early 2029.