The mixed reality headset Apple It would begin to be shipped during the second half of 2023, according to information from technology analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who is known for leaking brand information.
Kuo had previously revealed that they would be dispatched in the second quarter of next yearbut now the helmets would have suffered a delay due to “software related problems”.
Also, according to Kuo, the first wave of Apple’s mixed reality headsets would have less than 500,000 units. On the other hand, Apple was expected to reveal the device at an event next January; but now said appointment might also be delayed.
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The mass shipment schedule of components is still likely 1H23/2Q23, but due to postponed mass shipment schedule of the end product, Apple MR headset shipment forecast in 2023 will likely be less than 500k units, which is lower than the market consensus of 800k-1,200k units.— Ming-Chi Kuo (@mingchikuo) December 4, 2022
Apple might also face problems due to the low number of units, which is much less than the market consensus of 800,000 to 1,200,000.
What will Apple’s mixed reality headset be like? According to him journalist Mark Gurmanit would cost between 2,000 and 3,000 dollars. Apple would be working on creating content for this device, including a three-dimensional video service.
