Apple Vision S Lite Mini
I was really thinking that EyeSight would be the first thing to be touchbarred but it looks like I might be wrong.
Anyway, we got plenty of time before the headset’s release. Original iPhone was announced at $1000 but rapidly saw its price go down to $500. Let’s hope for the best
Hence the “Pro” designation - it was 100% obvious that one was coming. The real question is what will Apple compromise to get a lower cost Vision to the masses?
I think one of the big differences will be with the speakers. If they make the standard model require AirPods, they can eliminate speakers entirely and save significantly on cost.
Another possibility is moving from metal to plastic for the frame design. This saves on cost and weight. They could also take out the 3D camera.
I strongly believe they won’t compromise on the display resolution or the EyeSight feature, though it’s possible they’ll be able to fake the lenticular effect using software and opt for a simpler outward-facing display.
Had this same conversation with my wife. Vision Pro is the “throw it all at the wall and see what sticks” model with all of the bells and whistles. If they find stuff is over-built or not utilized, they’ll target those areas for future cost savings.
For example, right now (without having used it), I’m skeptical if the finger-tap/pinch movements with their specialized tracking and cameras is more valuable than a more economical input method.
It’s the beta test that people will pay $3500 for to be beta testers for Apple and claim “first!” status. Then they’ll come out with a $1000 to $1500 “regular person” model.
It’s not really surprising, it’s probably the best way to develop something when you’re unsure what the market is and what the technology requirements are. Making a cheap product first just means doomed to failure because all people will see is cheap. Make something good first, and people will remember that.
