Apple Vision Pro 2 Leaks Reveal a Lighter, Cheaper Headset Coming This Fall
Apple's next-generation Vision Pro headset is shaping up to be the device the original should have been. According to supply chain reports from multiple analysts, the Vision Pro 2 will be roughly 30% lighter than its predecessor, bringing the weight down to approximately 450 grams — a significant improvement that addresses the most common user complaint.
What We Know So Far
The updated headset is expected to feature Apple's M5 chip, delivering substantially better performance while consuming less power. Display resolution will remain at the micro-OLED level that impressed reviewers, but Apple has reportedly improved the field of view by approximately 15 degrees.
Perhaps most importantly, pricing is expected to drop. Industry analysts suggest a starting price around $2,499 — still premium, but $1,000 less than the original. Apple is also reportedly developing an even more affordable "Vision Air" model targeting the $1,299-$1,499 range for a 2027 release.
Software Improvements
visionOS 3.0 will ship alongside the new hardware, bringing native support for multi-user experiences and significantly expanded gesture controls. Developers have been testing beta versions since January, and early feedback points to dramatically improved hand tracking accuracy.
The App Store for Vision Pro has grown to over 5,000 spatial apps, up from roughly 1,500 at launch. Major productivity apps like Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite have received substantial visionOS updates in recent months.
Market Impact
Meta's Quest 4, Samsung's mixed reality headset, and Google's rumored AR glasses all compete in this space, but Apple's ecosystem integration remains its strongest differentiator. The combination of better hardware and a lower price point could push spatial computing from early adopter territory into mainstream consideration.
Apple is expected to officially announce the Vision Pro 2 at WWDC in June, with availability in September alongside iOS 20 and macOS 17.
