Industry insiders are buzzing with anticipation over Apple’s rumored venture into mixed reality, as it’s suspected that the tech giant’s upcoming headset will boast incredibly pixel-dense, brilliantly lit displays. Ross Young, CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants and a reliable source for past Apple product leaks, has shared tantalizing details on Twitter about what to expect from this groundbreaking device.
You want more, I will give you more: Micro OLED specs for Apple's AR/VR headset:
1.41" in diagonal
4000 PPI
>5000 nits of brightness— Ross Young (@DSCCRoss) May 30, 2023
According to Young, the anticipated AR/VR headset, potentially christened the “Reality Pro,” will be fitted with a pair of 1.41-inch Micro OLED screens, each possessing an extraordinary pixel density of 4,000 ppi. Furthermore, these displays are touted to have an eye-watering brightness of over 5,000 nits, with each screen reportedly offering a 4K resolution to its user.
The power of such displays cannot be understated. If the rumors hold true, this headset is shaping up to be a colossal presence in the VR industry. The comparison with Meta’s Quest 2, offering 773 ppi and 100 nits of brightness, becomes almost surreal. Though it may not be a completely fair comparison due to the expected vast price difference – Apple’s rumored device is speculated to cost $3,000 versus Quest 2’s more budget-friendly price tag – it nonetheless underlines the potential impact of Apple’s entrance to the market.
And with the suspense mounting, the wait may soon be over. Apple is anticipated to unveil the “Reality Pro” at its Worldwide Developers Conference, commencing on June 5th. It’s not just the display that’s creating waves, either; rumors suggest that the headset will include features such as a dial for easy VR navigation, advanced hand tracking capabilities, and may possibly be powered by an external battery pack.
As the VR industry stands poised to welcome Apple’s proposed game-changer, we await confirmation of whether these truly impressive display specifications will come to fruition. The anticipation is palpable, and the date is set – Apple’s big reveal at the Worldwide Developers Conference promises to be an event to watch.
