Rumors about a new Apple VR headset have been around for some time, but earlier today, a report from The information brought new details about this future device, including specifications, price and even a design based on an internal rendering. Now we want to know if you would pay $ 3,000 for a device like this.
Bloomberg revealed last year that Apple has two strategies for its augmented reality devices. The company is reportedly developing new glasses focused on AR content and another device for VR interactions. Today’s leak is related to the VR device, which is actually defined by The information sources like a “mixed reality headset”.
A mixed reality headset that Apple is developing will be equipped with more than a dozen cameras to track hand movements and show real-world video to the people who use it, along with ultra-high resolution 8K screens and advanced technology for eye tracking technology, according to a person with direct knowledge of the device
Previous rumors suggested that Apple’s new virtual reality headset would not be cheap, as devices like this are more difficult to assemble and also require special and advanced components to provide an immersive experience. With two 8K monitors and advanced sensors to track eye movements, it is difficult to expect anything accessible.
However, today’s report from The information claims that Apple internally considered the price of the product at $ 3,000 – which is definitely higher than some of us imagined. While everything could change until Apple officially announces its new virtual reality headset, competitors like Microsoft Hololens cost up to $ 3,500.
It is important to note that Microsoft has been targeting Hololens to professionals such as doctors and engineers rather than regular users, so perhaps we can expect a similar approach from Apple with its new VR device.
Based on leaked specifications and rumors about what this product will be able to do, would you buy an advanced mixed reality headset from Apple for $ 3,000? Otherwise, what would be the ideal price for this device?
Let us know in the poll and in the comments section below.
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