Apple’s foray into spatial computing, the Vision Pro,went up for pre-ordersthis morning. That also means the companypublished a pagein the Apple Store revealing some last-minute specs.We’ve known since WWDC 2023 that Apple is using an M2 processor alongside a new R1 chip designed to run cameras, sensors, and microphones. We now know that the M2 chip has 8 CPU cores and 10 GPU cores, which is the highest grade of that SoC. (The entry-level13-inch MacBook Airsuse an 8-core GPU.)When Apple announced the February 2 release date, we knew that the $3,499 starting price was for 256GB of storage. Pre-orders also include a 512GB version for $3,699 or a 1TB option for $3,899.AppleCare+ is $499 for two years or $24.99 per month ongoing and includes repairs for accidental damage and a replacement service that will ship you a new headset so you don’t have to wait to repair your existing one.
The Vision Pro isn’t designed for glasses. Zeiss Optical inserts will cost $99 for readers or $149 to add your prescription. Apple will also sell additional accessories, including a $199 hard travel case, $199 extra batteries, $199 light seals, additional headbands ($99 each for dual loop or solo knit), and $29 light seal cushions.You’ll get plenty of accessories in the box, including a cover for the front screen, the solo knit and dual loop bands, a polishing cloth, a battery, a light seal cushion, and a 30W power adapter.
Pre-orders require an iPad or iPhone with Face ID, which will scan your head to obtain sizing for the headband and light seals. If you go from a web browser, you’ll be directed to one of those devices.
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