In a significant development for Apple’s extended reality (XR) ambitions, industry sources suggest that the tech giant has quietly moved the second-generation Vision Pro headset—possibly named Vision Pro 2—into mass production. According to insiders with direct knowledge of the supply chain, a potential launch could occur before the end of 2025.
The original Apple Vision Pro, which debuted in June 2023 and reached international markets in February 2024, marked Apple’s ambitious entry into the XR space. Now, it appears the company is taking the next big step.
Multiple independent sources have confirmed that key components for the upcoming headset are currently being manufactured. Lens Technology is reportedly the exclusive supplier of the Vision Pro 2’s advanced glass panel, while AAC Technologies is handling the outer casing. Additional suppliers are said to be rushing to fulfill electronic component orders to meet Apple’s production schedule.
As expected, Apple has declined to comment on any speculation related to unannounced products.
The first-generation Vision Pro featured a 600-650g frame, powered by Apple’s M2 chip alongside a custom R1 processor designed for real-time sensor data processing. Its dual micro-OLED displays offered an impressive 23 million total pixels, delivering a visual experience that surpasses standard 4K TVs. The original headset launched with a starting price of $3,499 in the U.S.
Interestingly, this new production report appears to contradict earlier predictions. In January 2025, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman stated that Apple had no plans to release a second-generation Vision Pro in 2025. Instead, he indicated that the company was focusing on developing a more affordable headset variant, fast-tracking its progress to meet growing demand for lower-cost XR solutions.
Renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo had also forecasted a later timeline. He previously claimed that the Vision Pro 2 would enter production in the second half of 2025 and might be powered by Apple’s next-generation M5 chip with support for upcoming “Apple Intelligence” features. However, he suggested that Apple’s budget-friendly XR model wouldn’t arrive until at least 2027.
If current reports are accurate, Apple may be accelerating its XR roadmap in response to competitive pressures and increasing consumer interest in immersive technologies.
Next New Guide will continue monitoring updates on the Vision Pro 2 and Apple’s evolving XR strategy.