Rumors abound about Apple Glass, the brand’s future augmented and virtual reality headset. We recently learned that the accessory will need the same power adapter as the MacBook Pro 14.
According to information compiled by Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman, it can be called a helmet. Apple Vision, Apple Sight or Apple Reality. The journalist also mentions the selling price of the device in his Sunday newsletter, which is always rich in information about the plans of the American brand.
Why would Apple Glass cost more than $2,000?
In the past, many sources suggested that Apple Glass could be sold for a very high price. The cost of a hybrid helmet for Mark Gurman, whose ambivalence is regularly confirmed just over $2000.
“Apple typically charges slightly more for products than its competitors and secures the margins that have helped it become one of the most profitable consumer electronics companies of all time. The new headset will not be an exception, but the main reason the company is discussing prices above $2,000 is its internal technologies,” he said.explains Mark Gurman.
The high manufacturing cost of the helmet will depend particularly on the characteristics of the helmet. high computing power. “I would expect two processors inside the device, one of which is on par with the MacBook Pro’s M1 Pro. Combine that with multiple displays, including ultra-high resolution 8K panels, a choice of interchangeable prescription lenses, and advanced audio technology and costs go up.”justifies the expert.
Apple would really offer to add corrective lenses For people with vision problems. Finally, Mark Gurman assures that the unisex headset should focus on gaming, media consumption and communication. “The game must be a strong point of the machine, […] with its own App Store”, the journalist explains. The latest news is that Apple is expected to release Apple Glass in very limited quantities by the end of 2022.