Apple Vision Pro Lives

Apple’s hotly anticipated debut VR/AR device has been on the market for three months. In that time, Apple Vision Pro has been regarded both as a revolutionary spatial computing device and as something of a flop. Despite widespread adoption challenges, Apple Vision Pro has nevertheless carved out a distinct place in the market.

Vision Pro: the Reception

With a significantly higher price tag than its closest rivals, Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3, Apple Vision Pro was always going to be something of a tough sell to all but the most dedicated Apple acolytes and VR/AR enthusiasts. Although initial pre-sales were strong with a stated 200,000 units ordered by consumers, a not insignificant number of customers have returned their Vision Pro due to claims that it was uncomfortable, had weak battery life, or didn’t offer enough apps to justify its purchase. That said, there has been no shortage of praise for the device with ample enthusiastic responses to its launch and its capabilities.

While the world of VR/AR porn users have been fairly quiet when it comes to heaping praise on (or criticism of) Apple Vision Pro, the device has shown itself to be an excellent choice for those venturing into AR porn. Not surprisingly, though, the $3500 USD price tag is holding back consumers from greater adoption. Naturally, Apple has plans to address that issue.

A Vision of the Future

One obstacle to wider adoption of Apple Vision Pro is the fact that the device uses displays manufactured by Sony, and that company has capped annual display production for Vision Pro at one million units. According to insiders claiming to have knowledge of Apple’s inner workings, the Cupertino tech giant is “testing advanced displays” by two alternate manufacturers. This information supports the rumor that Apple will be releasing a follow-up to Vision Pro in the not-too-distant future.

Designed to be more affordable than the admittedly niche Vision Pro, a device allegedly codenamed N109 is said to be in early development. With a slimmed-down feature set and a more accessible price point, this new device may even become the dominant device for enjoying VR and AR porn. For now, though, Apple’s lofty pricing scheme will keep many porn fans away from Vision Pro.