Apple Vision Pro production reportedly axed, marketing cut by more than 95%
4 months ago
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- Apple Vision Pro production reportedly halted due to weak sales.
- Apple cut marketing for the Vision Pro by more than 95%.
- The Vision Pro launched in February 2024 in the U.S. for $3,499, with an M5 refresh later in 2025.
- Market research estimates only 45,000 units sold in Q4 2025, with production stopping in early 2025.
- Samsung's Galaxy XR headset, priced $1,700 cheaper, saw high demand.
- VR headset market expected to decline by 14% annually.
- Rumors of a budget-friendly Vision Pro version persist, but no confirmation yet.
- Current VR headsets like Meta Quest focus on gaming, while Apple targets productivity users.
- Valve's Steam Frame VR headset, aimed at gamers, is expected in early 2026.