Apple’s mixed reality helmet to be unveiled at WWDC

Apple’s mixed reality headset will be unveiled at WWDC in June, with first shipments starting later this year.

Apple is currently shortening the launch window for its highly anticipated mixed reality headset. According to Bloomberg sources, the latter is now due to be unveiled during the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June. The device, which could be called the Reality Pro, was unofficially expected to hit the market in April, but it ultimately took longer to resolve a few hardware and software issues. The Cupertino-based company apparently did not comment on the information, but the first deliveries may take place later this year.

Apple’s mixed reality headset to be unveiled at WWDC in June

Either way, the headset should come at a very high price, probably around $3,000, but it will include features that can’t be found anywhere else, even in the Meta Quest Pro. Rumors circulating include the possibility of a dual 4K screen, as well as a camera battery for extended tracking and controller-less use. However, the battery will most likely have to be carried in an external unit, but the system will be powered by the M2 processor, which performs better than the mobile chips currently built into other AR or VR products.

with first deliveries later this year

The underlying xrOS software platform should offer an interface very similar to that of iOS, based on finger gestures and voice commands. There will also be a focus on health as well as improved familiar experiences such as full-sized avatars during FaceTime calls. You may even have a simple solution for building apps directly with Siri.

This first model is primarily intended for creators and enthusiasts, and the launch at WWDC will help developers better understand the technology and its capabilities before it becomes available to the general public. However, rumors also suggest that the Apple brand is working on a more affordable helmet that will be priced closer to the Quest Pro, namely $1,500. However, this more accessible design may not arrive until 2024, but these rumors suggest a long-term strategy to make this mixed reality technology as accessible as possible.