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Future Apple Vision Pro my be modular, and upgradeable

Apple has been researching how to make a customizable Apple Vision Pro where the battery, the frame, and more can be changed by the user, as needs evolve.

Technical line drawing of a U shaped frame with a rectangular block on top and a curved cable leading to flat rectangular pads along the base, labeled with reference numbers
A future Apple Vision Pro could be separated into modules — image credit: Apple

If you can’t make something lighter, make the user think they heavier option was their choice. A future Apple Vision Pro may not be dramatically lighter than the current model, but users could be able to choose to sacrifice some battery power for a reduced weight.

Plus conceivably, manufacturers will be able to make niche components for specialized use, such as sensors for science work, or better cameras. It’s all described in the newly-granted patent, called “Head-mountable device with connectable accessories.”

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