While nothing is concrete, there have been rumors about a potential new Apple Vision Pro device with an M5 chip in the future. It is unclear if Apple will stick to the high-end and just pack the best technology on the device without cost concerns or change plans. Many consumers likely would be drawn to a slightly downgraded Vision Pro device that has a significant price drop, such as below the $2,000 mark. The $3,499 MSRP of the existing Vision Pro keeps it out of reach for a lot of potential buyers. Apple could cancel it like it did its car project, but it’s probably too deep into the Vision Pro to let it go completely.
Vivo apparently is taking the project seriously, with a large team devoted to the Vivo headset. While a release date is not yet known, there is a chance we can see some test units by the end of 2025.
This is where competitors, such as Vivo, can step in and provide some alternative choices in the market. Perhaps a good blend of technology and pricing can sway some users to try these virtual reality headsets, where the trend can pick up steam. Most consumers know these headsets as VR, but they also have mixed and augmented reality possibilities to make them more capable than previous generations.