Apple Vision Pro 2: What we know so far
Following the success of the first Apple Vision Pro, the company's next Vision headset is widely tipped for internal upgrades, a new R-series sensor chip, and comfort tweaks. Most credible timelines point to 2026 for a full “Pro 2” while Apple prioritizes a cheaper model first. We've looked at all the available information to give the current state of play.
Release window
Most reporting says Apple is pushing a lower-cost Vision model ahead of a true Vision Pro 2, targeting late-2025 for the cheaper unit and 2026 for the high-end successor.
Chips & performance
- Rumors point to an R2 sensor-processing chip built on TSMC’s 2-nm process, succeeding the R1 that handles camera/sensor input in the current model. This should cut latency and improve passthrough responsiveness.
- Separate reports suggest an M-series jump (M4/M5) for the main application processor in the next Pro-class unit.
Design & comfort
Multiple outlets expect comfort-focused tweaks rather than a radical redesign – notably a simplified single strap option aimed at better balance on the head.
Displays & optics
Apple’s first-gen Vision Pro uses twin micro-OLED panels - unconfirmed industry chatter says Apple is working to broaden suppliers beyond Sony for future models to reduce cost and increase volume.
Software: visionOS
visionOS 2 shipped with improved gestures and quality-of-life updates; visionOS 3 was widely expected to be a feature-packed release, with reports of deeper eye-tracking UX experiments. These software gains will matter as much as hardware for AVP 2.
How it could compare
Positioning will likely stay ultra-premium versus mass-market headsets like Meta Quest. Apple’s advantage remains micro-OLED clarity, low-latency sensor fusion, and tight app integration – with Pro 2 expected to double down on those via R2 + newer M-series silicon. Pricing is unknown.
DeoVR on Apple Vision Pro 2
The standalone DeoVR app for Apple Vision Pro is in the testing phase now, bringing DeoVR's advanced immersive tech to the AVP ecosystem. An improved version for the AVP 2 is all but certain.
Of course, DeoVR via the headset’s browser will work to a high standard, and we’ll test on day one to ensure smooth playback for 180/360 and spatial video. We’ll track codec and performance specifics as Apple finalizes hardware and visionOS updates.
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