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Vision Pro

Apple's M5 headset: Mac as a giant screen, prescription inserts, about 2.5 hours per charge.

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What it can do

  • Can a VR headset answer questions about what you see?Yes

    Vision Pro supports Apple Intelligence for writing and getting things done in your apps.

    Good to know: Apple's description; it doesn't describe asking about what you see.

  • Can a VR headset work with your computer?Yes

    Mac Virtual Display brings your Mac into Vision Pro wirelessly as an expandable ultrawide screen, which Apple compares to two 5K monitors side by side.

    Good to know: Mac only.

  • Can you use a VR headset if you wear glasses?Yes

    Apple sells ZEISS Optical Inserts made to your prescription; they attach magnetically to Vision Pro's lenses.

    Good to know: Bought separately. Regular glasses don't fit.

  • How long does a VR headset last on battery?Yes

    Vision Pro runs up to 2.5 hours of general use and up to 3 hours of video on its external battery, and works while charging.

    Good to know: Maker's figures. The battery pack weighs 353 g on top of the 750–800 g headset.

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How we know (2 sources)
  1. undated, read AppleFrom the company

    Apple Vision Pro tech specs (read Oct 23, 2026): Apple M5 and R1 chips; up to 2.5 hours of general use and up to 3 hours of video playback on the external battery, and it can be used while charging. Weighs 750–800 g with Light Seal and band; the separate battery weighs 353 g.

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  2. undated, read AppleFrom the company

    Apple Vision Pro overview (read Oct 23, 2026): ZEISS Optical Inserts can be made to your prescription and attach magnetically. Mac Virtual Display brings your Mac in wirelessly as an expandable ultrawide screen, which Apple compares to two 5K monitors side by side. Works with Apple Intelligence, Bluetooth keyboards and trackpads, and Travel Mode.

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Status timeline

No status has changed since we started tracking. Every entry is dated and backed by the sources on this page.

  1. First recorded: In stores
    Can a VR headset answer questions about what you see?

    Vision Pro supports Apple Intelligence for writing and getting things done in your apps.

  2. First recorded: In stores
    Can a VR headset work with your computer?

    Mac Virtual Display brings your Mac into Vision Pro wirelessly as an expandable ultrawide screen, which Apple compares to two 5K monitors side by side.

  3. First recorded: In stores
    How long does a VR headset last on battery?

    Vision Pro runs up to 2.5 hours of general use and up to 3 hours of video on its external battery, and works while charging.

  4. First recorded: In stores
    Can you use a VR headset if you wear glasses?

    Apple sells ZEISS Optical Inserts made to your prescription; they attach magnetically to Vision Pro's lenses.