Apple Advances Vision Pro 2 Production for Late 2025 Launch
The second-generation Vision Pro headset seems to be in mass production, which means that Apple is going forward with the next part of its mixed reality plans. A story in the Chinese newspaper IT Home says that the company has started making a lot of important parts, like panels, housings, and internal circuits. This news points to a possible release date in late 2025. It will be a new start for Apple in the world of spatial computing after the difficult launch of the original Vision Pro.
Apple is recommitting to improving its high-end mixed reality device as production of the Vision Pro 2 speeds up. The first-generation headset came out in early 2024 with high-resolution graphics and seamless ecosystem integration. However, it had a hard time connecting with general customers because it cost $3,499 and only had a small library of dedicated content. Apple allegedly stopped making the first model by the end of 2024, choosing to rely on stock that was already on hand to meet demand until the next year.
Even though the original Vision Pro didn’t do very well in the general market, Apple seems set to build on its success instead of making a big change. Reports say that providers are speeding up output to meet Apple’s goals. Even though IT Home has a mixed record when it comes to Apple news, this update fits with what industry experts have said in the past about when a follow-up device is likely to come out.
The Vision Pro 2 is expected to look the same as its original, but have better features inside. Analysts, such as Ming-Chi Kuo and Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, think that Apple’s next-generation M5 chip might be in the new headset. This processor may be faster for interactive apps and multitasking than the M2 used in the current model. It is supposed to be an improvement over the M2. People think that the new hardware will focus on speed, response, and maybe adding Apple’s AI-powered technologies, which are being talked about as Apple Intelligence for now.
Along with making improvements to its hardware, Apple is likely to keep working on its visionOS software. Since it first came out, the operating system has been updated in small steps. The most recent version, visionOS 2.3, makes speed, security, and stability better. Along with the new hardware, a bigger software update, probably called visionOS 3, may come out. It will add new features to make the hardware more appealing to a wider range of people. Apple could also use exclusive material to promote the product. The short film “Submerged” and other immersive experiences show how the mask could be used.
The Vision Pro 2 comes at a very important time for Apple’s overall plan in spatial computing. While the first headset was made for early users and engineers, it didn’t catch on with most people. Apple is said to have thought about cheaper options, maybe ones that are more like high-end iPhones, but we don’t think that one will be released anytime soon. The second-generation headset is being marketed as a small but significant step forward for core users who are willing to spend more on high-end technology.
There is more and more competition in the mixed reality space. Meta is still a major player with its Quest series, which is known for being easy to use and having a strong content environment. At the same time, new projects like Project Moohan are being used by businesses like Samsung to test the market. Apple’s main strengths are still its unified environment, loyal customers, and strong brand image. However, these may not be enough on their own. To get a better foothold in this changing world, the company will need to carefully balance new ideas with making its products more accessible to more people.
If things keep going as planned, the Vision Pro 2 might be available by the end of 2025. After the first model got mixed reviews, the launch would show how well Apple can change and improve its method. Apple’s long-term goals in mixed reality will be put to the test by this device, whether it becomes a bridge to a more cheap mass-market answer or stays a niche product for fans.
As Friday, April 11, 2025, gets closer, all eyes are on Cupertino and its plans for the future of spatial computing. The future release could mean the difference between the Vision Pro becoming an important part of Apple’s product line or staying in a high-end area in the tech industry.
