The Apple Vision Pro is set to launch in the US on February 2, pre-orders are going live soon
So why is that important? Well, to put things simply: when Apple announced the Vision Pro at WWDC in 2023, it sent ripples across the entire XR industry. Suddenly mixed-reality was all the craze and all sorts of big tech companies were interested in making headsets again.
As such, we're expecting the Vision Pro to be one of the best VR headsets of 2024.But, of course, there was a lot of talk not only surrounding the Vision Pro’s seemingly groundbreaking set of features, but also about its hefty price tag of $3,500. Now that we’ve got some new info, maybe it’s time to ask again: could Apple’s first headset be worth it?
Okay, so! There’s no going around it: we’re all going to have to wait until February 2 before we can get our hands on a Vision Pro. And that’s just for the folks who plan to physically visit an Apple Store in the US to buy one. The rest of us will be able to get their order officialized on the same date, but that also involves a bit more waiting after that for shipping and handling.
Those too excited to wait until February will be able to place a pre-order soon, with those becoming available as soon as January 19, 2024 at 5AM PST (or 8AM ET).But does this launch date announcement reveal any sort of new and exciting, juicy details about Apple’s upcoming headset? You bet. And here they are:
- The Vision Pro will come with 256GB of internal storage
- The Vision Pro will allow for custom-fitted lenses via a collaboration with Zeiss in two variants:
- Readers will be available for $99
- Prescription will be available at $149
But hey: we now also know what to expect to find in the box:
- The Vision Pro itself
- A solo knit band
- A dual loop band
- Both of these are headstraps which users can swap between depending on comfort preferences - A Light Seal — a piece used to further limit the light that is coming in from the sides of the headset
- Two Light Seal Cushions
- A Cover for the front of the Vision Pro
- A Polishing Cloth
- A Battery pack
- A USB-C charging cable
- A USB-C Power adapter
So, does this call for a total re-evaluation of the VIsion Pro’s price? Well, we can say this: the headset comes with some unexpected bonus accessories. That being said, we'll be able to say if the price is completely justified only after we try the Vision Pro, hopefully not long after February 2. View Full Bio
Stan, also known as Stako, is a smartphone enthusiast who loves exploring the limits of Android customization. His journey with mobile tech began with the Nokia 5110 and evolved with devices like the BlackBerry 9350 Curve and Samsung Galaxy A4. Despite his love for Android, he holds equal respect for Apple, considering the iPhone 4s as a significant milestone in mobile tech. Stan started his writing career early, contributing to MetalWorld, and harbors a passion for creative writing. Beyond smartphones, he's interested in photography, design, composition, and gaming, often preferring solo projects to hone his objective thinking. He's also an avid student of open-source technology and consoles, with a special fondness for the Pebble Watch, Arduboy, and Playdate.
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