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technology6 months ago•2 min saved

Samsung's XR Headset Launches Soon with Competitive Pricing to Challenge Apple

Samsung's upcoming Android XR headset is expected to launch in South Korea on October 13, with a price range of $1800 to $3000, and a global rollout planned afterward. The headset features high-resolution Sony micro-OLED displays and is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset, with a limited production of around 100,000 units annually. Details about the design and accessories remain sparse, but the device is part of Samsung's 2025 product plans.

via UploadVR|

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technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Apple's Vision Pro: A Game-Changing Entry into the Automotive Market"

Apple is reportedly working on an entry-level version of its Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset, aiming to reduce the cost from $3,500 to as low as $1,500 by 2025 or 2026. The company is focusing on cutting the price of the headset's two 4K micro-OLED displays, which currently make up a significant portion of the production cost. Apple is also considering adding new suppliers to its display lineup to reduce production bottlenecks and costs. Additionally, there are discussions about downgrading some of the Vision Pro's tech and functionality to further reduce costs, with the final device likely to be named Apple Vision or Apple Vision One.

via Tom's Guide|

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technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"The Fascinating Story Behind Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro Headset"

Research firm Omdia estimates that the components for Apple's Vision Pro headset cost around $1,542, with the micro-OLED displays being the most expensive at $456, accounting for over a third of the total cost. However, this bill of materials does not include manufacturing, shipping, marketing, or research and development costs, so it's inaccurate to assume Apple makes nearly $2,000 in profit on each $3,499 headset. Analysts anticipate some of these costs to decrease over time, but the actual profit margin for Apple remains unknown.

via Ars Technica|

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technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Apple Explores Cost-Cutting Measures for Vision Pro Display, Considers New Suppliers

Apple is exploring the possibility of adding BOE and SeeYa as suppliers for the Micro-OLED displays used in its Vision Pro mixed reality headset, in an effort to increase production output and reduce the build cost. Currently, Sony is the sole supplier, capable of producing fewer than one million displays annually. The evaluation process involves testing the displays against Apple's quality-control standards and specifications. The move could also potentially benefit the development of a cheaper version of the headset.

via 9to5Mac|

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