Apple reportedly abandoning Vision Pro 2 for cheaper headset — everything you need to know

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Slow sales of the Vision Pro appear to be behind the decision.

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A new report claims that Apple will no longer be working on a high-end sequel to the Vision Pro headset. Allegedly, the suspension of work on a new Vision Pro is related to flagging sales of the $3,500 device, reports The Information.

The report comes from manufacturers in the Apple supply chain, who claim that Apple was planning to release two different models of the Vision headset, similar to how Apple has higher-end and mid-level versions of their other product lines like the iPhone and MacBook.

The existing Apple Vision Pro has struggled to find a buyers, mostly, we'd argue because of the absurdly high $3,500 price. While Tom's Guide Global Editor Mark Spoonauer found the Vision Pro to be a "revolution in progress" he did note that the device is hefty and can quickly become uncomfortable to wear.

Supposedly, this more wallet-friendly model will release at the end of 2024. 

One report suggested that the expensive lens may stay but that the headset would lose cameras and feature a simpler headband. 

A simpler headband would only work if Apple is going to reduce the 1.4-pound weight of the Vision Pro. Supposedly, the company is trying to cut at least a third of the weight down to just less than a pound. 

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Scott Younker is the West Coast Reporter at Tom’s Guide. He covers all the lastest tech news. He’s been involved in tech since 2011 at various outlets and is on an ongoing hunt to build the easiest to use home media system. When not writing about the latest devices, you are more than welcome to discuss board games or disc golf with him. He also handles all the Connections coverage on Tom's Guide and has been playing the addictive NYT game since it released.