According to MacRumors, Apple (AAPL) is developing a next-generation Vision Pro equipped with an M5 chip
The Vision Pro 2 will feature an M5 chip.
Rumors that the Vision Pro 2 will be equipped with a newer M-series chip have been circulating since last year, with Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo previously stating that the Vision Pro would be equipped with an M5 chip.
Bloomberg’s Gurman claimed the device would use the same M4 chip as the latest MacBook Air and iPad Pro. However, Apple’s code now suggests the next-generation Vision Pro will likely feature an M5 chip.
Aside from the M5 chip, the next-generation Vision Pro is not expected to feature any other design or hardware updates. The Vision Pro 2, equipped with the M5 chip, could launch by the end of the year.
The XR industry shows great promise.
The development and prospects of the XR industry will continue to lead the future. On the one hand, Samsung’s (SSNGY) Project Moohan XR headset has received FCC certification, indicating its imminent US launch.
On the other hand, global eyewear manufacturer Luxottica revealed in its latest earnings report that its smart glasses business performed strongly, with sales of Ray-Ban smart glasses, developed in partnership with Meta (META), particularly strong. Sales revenue for this series of glasses more than tripled year-on-year.
The success of Ray-Ban Meta, the launch of Oakley Meta glasses, and the positive response to Nuance Audio (an eyewear brand developed by Luxottica) are important milestones in this new field. It was previously reported that Meta and Luxottica plan to launch a Prada-branded smart glasses in the future.
Meta is also developing a new generation of AI-powered glasses. Its core product line includes two third-generation smart glasses co-branded with Ray-Ban: the “Ray-Ban Meta 3 Optical,” codenamed Bellini, features a myopia frame, breaking away from the pure sunglasses design of its predecessor; the “Ray-Ban Meta 3,” codenamed Aperol, retains the classic aviator look.
It’s worth noting that the rise of AI technology is driving device innovation, and AI glasses are considered one of the best hardware platforms for edge AI. In addition to traditional XR smart hardware manufacturers, internet companies and consumer electronics brands are also entering the AI smart glasses field, promising continued high growth in the mixed reality (VR & AR) and internet markets.
Ping An Securities stated that with the increasing number of entrants, 2025 is expected to see a surge in new XR smart glasses releases. These new products are gradually transitioning from “showy” to “practical.” Functions like translation, photography, and AI voice assistants are becoming increasingly common in daily life, particularly in sports, commuting, and translation, offering potential as alternatives.
WiMi Deepens Its Strategic Layout in the XR Market
Undoubtedly, driven by technological innovation and deepening cross-sector integration, the XR industry’s voice is gradually growing, and its development potential is vast. It is understood that Wimi Hologram Cloud Inc. (WIMI), a leading company in the holographic AR field, has consistently focused its strategic development on technological breakthroughs, ecosystem development, and industry applications. By deepening the integration of AR and AI, it is accelerating the penetration of XR into both the consumer and professional markets.
Currently, WiMi has accumulated extensive experience in XR production and research, and has established a professional team to promote collaboration across the industry chain. For example, WiMi collaborates with device manufacturers to optimize AR terminal performance. Furthermore, WiMi is expanding application scenarios in education, live streaming, advertising, and other fields, accelerating the deployment of large AI models in wearable devices such as smart glasses. It is deeply exploring the integration of generative AI and AR, and continuously enhancing the interactive experience in virtual environments.
Conclusion
Currently, leading global manufacturers have a clear advantage and are continuously preparing major new products. With the imminent release of several new glasses, they are expected to drive rapid growth in global XR product shipments. This also demonstrates that the XR industry is attracting a growing number of talented individuals, injecting new vitality into its future development. Therefore, we can believe that in the near future, the XR industry will usher in a brighter development prospect, bringing more surprises and changes to everyone’s work, life and entertainment.
