Apple's next Vision Pro may adopt Meta VR Glasses' puck-based design

Apple is exploring a redesigned Vision Pro that moves compute into an external puck, mirroring Meta's approach with its $1,299 VR Glasses. The project, codenamed N224, faces internal pushback and may not ship before late 2028. Apple's focus is shifting toward display-free smart glasses.

• Project N224 would offload processor and battery to a tethered external module
• A new headset is unlikely before late 2028 or early 2029
• Meta VR Glasses weigh about 100 g and cost $1,299, shipping spring 2027
• Apple has shelved at least three projects aimed at fixing Vision Pro flaws