Apple Unveils Upgraded Vision Pro with M5 Chip, Dual Knit Band for Enhanced Comfort and Performance

Apple has officially introduced the upgraded Apple Vision Pro, now powered by the M5 chip, delivering enhanced performance, improved rendering quality, and extended battery life. The device also debuts a new dual-loop woven headband design, offering greater comfort and balance during extended use.

In the new Vision Pro, Apple highlights a 10% boost in rendering performance enabled by the M5 chip, producing sharper visuals and finer text details on the custom micro-OLED displays. The display refresh rate has also been increased to 120Hz, significantly reducing motion blur for a smoother experience, particularly when using features like Mac Virtual Display.

Thanks to the M5’s increased computational efficiency, battery life has been extended to 2.5 hours of general use and up to 3 hours of video playback. The inclusion of a 16-core Neural Engine improves AI processing by 50%, accelerating tasks such as Persona creation and photo-to-spatial-scene conversions.

The redesigned dual-loop woven headband features a 3D-knitted, single-piece structure that enhances cushioning, breathability, and flexibility. A tungsten weight strip integrated into the lower band ensures a balanced and stable fit. Paired with dual-function adjustment dials, users can fine-tune the fit for optimal comfort. The headband is available in small, medium, and large sizes, sold separately, and remains compatible with the previous Vision Pro model.

With visionOS 26, Apple introduces new features including Widgets, allowing users to easily check the time, weather, or play music and podcasts. Users can also personalize their virtual space with photos or access ChatGPT integration directly through the interface.

The Persona feature has been enhanced for more lifelike video calls on FaceTime, while the Spatial Scenes function now employs generative AI to add realistic depth effects to photos. The system also supports 180-degree, 360-degree, and ultra-wide video playback, expanding immersive viewing experiences.

The M5-powered Vision Pro is now available for pre-order in the U.S., starting at $3,499 USD, with storage options of 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB. Pre-orders in China and Singapore open on October 17, with official availability beginning October 22.

The dual-loop woven headband is priced at $99 USD, while the Apple Vision Pro travel case retails for $199 USD. The Zeiss optical inserts are priced at $99 USD for reading prescriptions and $149 USD for standard vision correction lenses.

With the M5 upgrade, Apple reaffirms its commitment to advancing spatial computing, addressing earlier concerns about comfort while extending usability and efficiency.

As competitors such as Meta and HTC continue to invest heavily in mixed-reality headsets, Apple aims to leverage its tight integration of hardware and software as a decisive advantage. The company’s focus remains on refining the Vision Pro experience to make spatial applications more seamless and powerful.

However, with a starting price of $3,499 USD, the Vision Pro still sits at a premium tier. Whether Apple will introduce a more affordable model to broaden market adoption remains a pivotal question for the brand’s future in spatial computing.

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