Apple is reportedly working on a new version of its Vision Pro headset, but a public launch is not expected for several years. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, citing internal discussions, says Apple has been reconsidering its longer-term plans for future Vision products while also paying more attention to smart glasses. Multiple outlets report that engineers are testing a range of hardware designs under an internal code name, N224, and that prototypes have previously been shelved.
The reported development effort focuses on exploring different form factors, including concepts that could place some components outside the headset to improve weight and performance. While one outlet frames the work as an iteration that could lead to a lighter, more modular device, both sources converge on a timeline that extends to late 2028 or early 2029. The coverage also notes that earlier Apple headset projects have been abandoned over time, which shapes expectations about delays and technical hurdles.
Overall, the reports align on the existence of an ongoing headset effort, ongoing design experimentation, and a likely launch window in 2028–2029, while differing mainly in how they characterize Apple’s shifting priorities and the reasons for uncertainty.
