Everything we learned today about Vision Pro configurations, specs, and accessories

Apple’s Vision Pro went up for preorder this morning at 8 am ET. As anticipated, cargo dates for preorders rapidly backed as much as March as preliminary provide was accounted for. Regardless of whether or not you are in for the beginning or taking a wait-and-see method with Apple’s ultra-pricey new system, although, we have entry to a bit of extra data about the system than we did earlier than because of updates to the Apple Store web site.

The product web page for Vision Pro reveals configurations and pricing, and a brand new specs web page clarifies solutions to some questions we’ve had for some time now.

You’ll discover all of the related new data beneath. We’ve additionally up to date our “What to count on from Apple Vision Pro” roundup with new data from the specs web page.

Hardware specs

As beforehand rumored, the Vision Pro has a variant of the M2 chip with an 8-core CPU (4 efficiency cores and 4 effectivity), a 10-core GPU, and a 16-core NPU. It has 16GB of unified reminiscence.

There’s additionally the brand new R1 chip, which Apple claims achieves “12‑millisecond photon‑to‑photon latency” and 256GB/s reminiscence bandwidth.

As for the show, we did not be taught an excessive amount of new right here. As Apple has said earlier than, the 2 shows push 23 million pixels mixed. They help refresh charges of 90 Hz, 96 Hz, and 100 Hz, and help playback of 24 fps and 30 fps video. Apple claims 92 % DCI-P3.

The specs web page additionally reveals that Vision Pro helps AirPlay at as much as 1080p on iPhones, Macs, Apple TVs, and AirPlay-capable sensible TVs.

Storage is available in three configurations. The base 256GB mannequin prices $3,499. Bumping as much as 512GB provides $200, and going to 1TB provides one other $200.

The system’s digital camera helps each spatial picture and video seize, and Apple lists the specs as an 18 mm, ƒ/2.00 aperture at 6.5 stereo megapixels.

Additionally, there are six world-facing monitoring cameras, 4 eye-tracking cameras, a TrueDepth sensor, a lidar scanner, 4 inertial measurement items, a flicker sensor, and an ambient mild sensor. The headset authenticates the consumer by taking a look at their iris.

On the audio entrance, we’re taking a look at a six-mic array for audio seize. Apple is not tremendous particular on the specs web page about the audio system, noting solely that the system affords “spatial audio with dynamic head monitoring” like AirPods Pro and “customized Spatial Audio and audio ray tracing.” Vision Pro additionally helps low-latency, lossless audio with the second technology of AirPods Pro.

Connectivity choices embrace Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3.

Apple guarantees two hours of battery life for “normal use” and says video watching may be as much as 2.5 hours. The specs web page additionally clarifies that Vision Pro can be utilized whereas charging the battery, which is one thing Apple had beforehand said however then confusingly faraway from its on-line documentation. This web page appears to settle that.

The headset weighs between 21.2 and 22.9 ounces (600–650 g) relying on the sunshine seal and headband used. That would not embrace the battery pack, which weighs 353 g. That means Apple made the headset considerably lighter by pushing the battery to a separate unit.

Accessories and extra buy choices

As with its different {hardware} merchandise, Apple affords AppleCare+ for Vision Pro. It’s $499 for 2 years, or $24.99 per thirty days for perpetual protection.

That value might sound awfully steep, however Apple lists the restore charges for the system on its service web page and repairs with out AppleCare+ will probably be even pricier—as much as $2,399, relying on what’s damaged. Any injury to the entrance glass panel will price $799 to repair.

There are additionally a number of non-compulsory accessories or substitute parts you should buy, together with:

• Apple Vision Pro Travel Case ($199) – A pill-shaped case that comprises and protects the headset together with its attachments and battery.
• Apple Vision Pro Battery ($199) – A substitute for the battery that comes with the headset. You may additionally purchase considered one of these to double your capability whereas touring, like for a protracted flight.
• Apple Vision Pro Light Seal ($199) – The gentle a part of the headset that conforms to your face while you put the system in your head. This contains two mild seal cushions, every in a unique dimension.
• Apple Vision Pro Light Seal Cushion ($29) – This attaches to the top of the sunshine seal, and is meant to be eliminated for cleansing. It’s accessible in 4 sizes: N, N+, W, and W+.
• Apple Vision Pro Solo Knit Band ($99) – One of two variations of the band that retains Vision Pro in your head. This is the model that merely wraps across the again of your head. It’s accessible in three sizes: small, medium, and massive.
• Apple Vision Pro Dual Loop Band ($99) – The model that wraps round each the again of your head and the highest. This additionally is available in small, medium, and massive.
• ZEISS Optical Inserts ($99+) – Lens inserts for individuals who put on glasses, as glasses will not match contained in the system. Available in prescription and reader variations. You do not want these when you put on gentle contact lenses.
• Belkin Battery Holder for Apple Vision Pro ($49.95) – A 3rd-party accent for both attaching Vision Pro’s battery to your belt or pants, or securing it with a cross-body strap.