Kuo: 2025 Apple Vision Pro to Get M5 Chip and Apple Intelligence

Apple is developing a new version of its Vision Pro headset that is set to enter mass production in the second half of 2025, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

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Kuo claims the most significant change in the new model will be the inclusion of Apple's M5 chip, a substantial upgrade from the M2 chip found in the current Vision Pro. The processor boost is expected to significantly improve device's computing power, with a particular emphasis on integrated Apple Intelligence features.

Despite the upgraded internals, Kuo reports that other hardware specifications and the overall design of the Vision Pro will remain largely unchanged. This approach could help Apple manage production costs, although the price point is expected to stay close to the current $3,499 starting price of the first-generation model.

Kuo emphasized that if this new version creates compelling use cases, it could push Apple's spatial computing platform closer to mainstream adoption. He also speculates on the potential integration of advanced AI models, such as text-to-video capabilities similar to OpenAI's Sora, which could dramatically enhance the Vision Pro experience.

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple plans to introduce Apple Intelligence features to the Vision Pro headset in the future. While the device is capable of running on-device AI functions such as writing tools, notification summaries, and an upgraded Siri, these features are not expected to arrive in 2024. Instead, Apple may be reserving the Apple Intelligence integration for visionOS 3, potentially launching in 2025.

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Top Rated Comments

ItsASpider Avatar
12 weeks ago
The processing power never was the issue with this device, never mind with its ability to reach mainstream adoption. It's... everything else. The weight, the abysmal battery life, the form factor itself, etc. And probably most importantly: the price.
Score: 49 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Dawn of Individual Merit Avatar
12 weeks ago

Kuo emphasized that if this new version creates compelling use cases, it could push Apple's spatial computing platform closer to mainstream adoption.
That's a big "if", and whether or not that happens will have little to do with whatever CPU Apple uses.
Score: 19 Votes (Like | Disagree)
The-Real-Deal82 Avatar
12 weeks ago
So they've released the first version and charged consumers £3500-£4000, barely released any content for it, and theres now rumours a second version is coming out with updated hardware already?? Sorry what? Talk about hanging their customers out to dry.
Score: 18 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Godspeed8230 Avatar
12 weeks ago

That's a big "if", and whether or not that happens will have little to do with whatever CPU Apple uses.
Spot on. Mainstream adoption may only occur when the price drops significantly, the ski-goggle look is replaced by a more streamlined design, and the battery is integrated into the frame.

The AVP as it is is such a weird product - how can anyone be so out of touch with reality and expect this thing to go mainstream? (pun intended)
Score: 14 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Kylo83 Avatar
12 weeks ago
Hope it’s cheaper than £3500
Score: 11 Votes (Like | Disagree)
i-Liam Avatar
12 weeks ago
The price of this is ridiculous. It could have been so much more popular and successful.
Score: 11 Votes (Like | Disagree)