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Apple's Vision Pro headset has faced criticism primarily due to its high price of $3,499, deterring potential users who are uncertain about its regular use. Reports indicate #Apple is exploring a more affordable version, possibly priced between $1,500 and $2,000, but the development team is encountering challenges in reducing costs without compromising the user experience. Suggestions include removing features like the #EyeSight display and using less powerful components. Another consideration is tethering the device to an #iPhone or #Mac to cut costs, although this may be perceived as a drawback by consumers. Apple is also rumored to be working on a successor to the #VisionPro, potentially launching by the end of 2026 while exploring long-term plans for #AR-only smart spectacles, which face significant technological hurdles and are years away from release. Follow Amanda Newman to stay up to date with technology. https://lnkd.in/dW8EaqCg

📱 The End of the iPhone Upgrade? 📱 With the iPhone 16 offering only minor improvements, like USB-C charging, many users are questioning the need for upgrades. #Apple’s latest innovations—like AI and VR features—are aimed at niche users, while everyday consumers see little benefit from upgrading. This lack of urgency to upgrade reflects Apple's success in creating a device that is already optimized for most users. Meanwhile, competitors like #Samsung and #Huawei are exploring radical new designs, while Apple's iPhone remains effective, albeit static. #iPhone16 #TechInnovation #AI #VR #Smartphone

The next high-end version of the Vision Pro has purportedly been canceled while work continues on a more affordable version with a reduced feature set. Citing both an employee in Apple's headset supply chain and one working in headset manufacturing for Apple, the report claims that the cheaper Vision product—perhaps around the $1,600 mark—is due before the end of 2025. Apple had originally intended to present this headset alongside the Vision Pro, similar to the models available in each iPhone release. The more affordable model would likely have fewer cameras, smaller speakers, and weigh less, though Apple has struggled to bring down the cost of the unit's displays. #ProductManagement #Segmentation #PricePoints #Apple #arvr

Apple just made a big move and put Vision Pro 2 on Hold to Focus on a Cheaper Model They started this new model in 2022. The aim? A headset is priced like a high-end iPhone (around $1,600). Because of lower demand for Vision Pro, suppliers cut production by 50% in May. The cheaper model will keep the fancy display but lose features like fewer cameras and a simpler design. Apple wants to make it at least one-third lighter than the current Vision Pro. Apple might resume work on the Vision Pro 2 someday, but for now, they’re all about making VR more budget-friendly. Sometimes, taking a step back and focusing on creating value for more people can be the smartest move. Innovation isn’t just about the latest and greatest—it’s also about accessibility and meeting real needs. #Innovation #TechNews #VirtualReality #Apple #WWDC

Apple is developing smart glasses and AirPods with built-in cameras, aiming for a potential release in 2027, as reported by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. This move is part of Apple's strategy to expand its augmented reality (AR) product lineup beyond the Vision Pro headset, which has faced market challenges due to its high price, weight, and overheating issues. The upcoming smart glasses and camera-equipped AirPods are designed to utilize the visual intelligence capabilities developed for the Vision Pro. This technology will allow devices to analyze their surroundings and provide relevant information. Additionally, a software update for the iPhone 16 will enable users to point their camera at objects for instant information. While still in the planning stages, these products aim to make AR features more accessible. Apple is also considering a lower-cost Vision Pro headset priced around $2,000, expected next year, and a second-generation version with an upgraded processor slated for 2026. #dailynews #dailynewspaper #dailynewsupdate #technews #technews24h #technewsdaily #technology #technologynews #technologysolutions #technology #technologynews #technologythesedays #innovation #updates #technifrim

One Screen to Rule Them All? Desktop and laptop screens are maxed out. The iPhone 16's underwhelming sales suggest that mobile screen saturation is here too. So, where’s the next big leap? Augmented reality—but not the kind you strap to your head. We're talking about AR integrated into everyday glasses. Here’s the kicker: 60% of U.S. adults already wear prescription glasses. This could be Apple's next big opportunity, leveraging their focus on health (think AirPods) and privacy-first innovations. Apple might outpace Meta in the AR race, even if Meta has a head start. #Apple #Meta #NextBigThing?

Highlighting: "The real path to a much cheaper Vision headset relies on the price of high resolution micro-OLED displays falling over time." ----- Apple is struggling with the same issue that everyone is. Do VR HMDs go to an annual cycle or a console cycle? The answer is not to go every 2 years. Start with every 4 years and then shift to annual only if there is a mobile size mass audience. In the early days, releasing new hardware too often confuses the platform message. And developers want to know, are they building for generations like console, or are they building for a rolling platform like a PC or Mobile where the bottom end gradually falls away through performance. You can't have your cake and eat it too. Hard choices. ----- UploadVR: "Vision Pro 2 Reportedly Set For Late 2026, Apple Struggling To Make Cheaper Headset First" (David Heaney) Vision Pro 2 is set for late 2026 and Apple is struggling to make a cheaper headset first, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports. Gurman has a strong track record of reporting on Apple's future plans. He reliably reported many details of Vision Pro before it was officially revealed or even acknowledged to exist by Apple. In his latest newsletter, Gurman writes that Apple's roadmap "doesn’t currently call for a second-generation model until the end of 2026, though the company is trying to figure out a way to bring a cheaper version to market before then". But regarding that cheaper version, he claims Apple is "still flummoxed by how exactly to bring down the cost". Supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo first reported that Apple was working on a cheaper headset a full year before Vision Pro was even revealed, with Kuo at the time saying Apple aimed to launch it in 2025. Last year Gurman too reported on the existence of this cheaper headset, saying it will feature an A-series chipset (used in iPhones) instead of an M-series chipset and "likely" drop the EyeSight front display. The A17 Pro in the iPhone 15 Pro models has a GPU with 6 cores that's roughly 60% as powerful as the M2's GPU, so it seems reasonable an A18 Pro or A19 Pro might close the gap. In that same report last year, Gurman said Apple "discussed prices ranging from $1500 to $2500". That he now says Apple is "flummoxed" by how to bring the price down suggests either these downgrades won't be sufficient to meet that price range, or Apple simply doesn't want to sacrifice features like EyeSight in any headset. The largest cost by far in Vision Pro is its near-4K micro-OLED displays from Sony. Estimates place the cost to Apple at $350 each, meaning $700 per headset. Using small LCD displays would significantly reduce cost, but would result in inferior contrast and necessitate either significantly reduced resolution or a much bulkier design, so it's extremely unlikely Apple would take this path." UploadVR: https://lnkd.in/gWxDzHaX #xr #vr #ar #mr #spatialcomputing #apple #visionpro

If true, it doesn't surprise me. Ideally, a new tech makes an existing thing markedly better — as the original Mac did and as the iPhone did. Apple's goggles don’t do that—they're a completely different UX paradigm, an answer to question that few people have asked. I don't know anyone who's said, "I really wish I could wear a virtual screen and pinch icons with my fingers and requires me to wear a battery pack." By comparison, lots of people hated pre-Mac user interfaces and pre-iPhone cell phones. Oh, and see also the article that I've linked to in the comments. https://lnkd.in/dj4aDizU #apple #visionpro #meta #virtualreality #mixedreality #ar

🍏💡 Apple's Innovation Pipeline: Exploring Future Possibilities 🚀 Recent reports suggest that Apple has explored the idea of a fitness ring, smart glasses, and enhancing AirPods with cameras and advanced AI capabilities. While these concepts showcase Apple's forward-thinking approach to technology, it's important to note that the company is not actively developing these devices at the moment. Nonetheless, this peek into Apple's potential future offerings underscores their commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation. What are your thoughts on these potential developments? #Apple #Innovation #FutureTech 💪👓🎧 The AirPods Pro, iPhone and Apple Watch at a product launch event. Photographer: Nic Coury/Bloomberg

In the latest Glowtime event, Apple has once again set the stage for innovation with a series of exciting product updates and features that redefine the tech experience. One of the most significant highlights is the introduction of the iPhone 16 Pro, featuring the game-changing A18 Pro chip. This chip is designed for greater performance efficiency, unlocking new possibilities in AI-driven tasks and revolutionizing how we interact with our devices. It's a leap forward that promises to shape the future of mobile technology. Another key highlight is the Apple Vision Pro, a pioneering augmented reality (AR) headset that merges the physical and digital worlds in a way that has never been seen before. With ultra-immersive visuals and precision tracking, it opens up opportunities in entertainment, productivity, and beyond, marking Apple's bold step into the AR space. It’s clear that Apple is not only shaping the future of personal devices but also redefining how we interact with our surroundings. Finally, Apple has enhanced its sustainability efforts with the introduction of recycled titanium in the new Apple Watch models. This shift towards eco-conscious design underscores Apple’s ongoing commitment to the environment, proving that tech innovation and sustainability can go hand in hand. As we look to the future, Apple’s dedication to groundbreaking technology, coupled with a focus on sustainability, sets a powerful precedent for the tech industry. #AppleGlowtime #TechInnovation #iPhone16Pro #AppleVisionPro #AugmentedReality #Sustainability #A18Chip #RecycledMaterials #GreenTech #FutureOfTech #AppleEvent #WearableTech #TechUpdates Source: https://lnkd.in/dNCCbGnj