Apple‘s new Vision Pro headset might be fragile-looking, but new drop tests show it’s tougher than some expected. The tests, conducted by Sam Kohl of Apple Track, reveal the headset can withstand bumps and even falls from significant heights, though with some caveats. 

You can watch the full drop test video below, but we will try to quickly summarize the results here.

Apple Vision Pro Drop Tests

So in regular usage, typical wear and tear such as accidental bumps against walls or doors caused minor scratches to the Vision Pro’s glass, but no significant damage. 

Even intentional bumps against walls didn’t shatter the glass. However, the light seal, which helps block out ambient light, popped off easily throughout the testing.

The headset also survived multiple drops onto the carpet from a low height, although the speakers did take a hit. Specifically, the right speaker stopped working after the third drop because of an internal break in the band connection. Despite this, the headset remained in good overall condition and was fully usable.

But a significant fall from 10-12 feet finally resulted in shattered front glass. Even then, the glass didn’t break into pieces, and the headset continued to function normally. 

Apple Vision Pro drop tests
Vision Pro with shattered front glass after 10-12 feet drop. Image: AppleTrack

Interestingly, the front glass can be peeled off to expose the display layer, which, although still functional, is likely very delicate and prone to damage.

Apple Vision Pro front glass peeled off. Image: AppleTrack

All in all, the Vision Pro demonstrated better-than-expected resilience in everyday usage scenarios. The only weak point seems to be the speakers and light seal becoming loose. While this may warrant some caution, if you’re not a clumsy guy dropping off your gadget here and there, the headset should offer good durability.

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