Apple’s mixed-reality headset may not be standing still after all. A series of regulatory filings and industry reports this week suggest that a new version of the Vision Pro is in development, powered by Apple’s upcoming M5 processor.
The trail began on October 1, 2025, when FCC documents surfaced showing the M5 inside a refreshed 13-inch iPad Pro. A day later, the filings also referenced a new MacBook Pro and an updated Vision Pro, sparking debate about Apple’s headset strategy. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who had earlier reported that Apple had canceled a lower-cost “Vision Air,” clarified that the filings relate to a different product: a direct follow-up to the Vision Pro.
The highlight of the refresh is Apple’s M5 chip. Gurman noted that the Vision Pro 2 “is identical to the current model other than the better chip,” meaning the design may remain largely the same, but the upgrade could still tackle several shortcomings of the first generation—most notably its two-hour battery life.
Compared with the M2, the new processor is expected to deliver a significant boost in performance and efficiency, enabling improved graphics, longer usage time, and support for more advanced AI features.
Unlike the canceled “Air,” which aimed for a sub-$2,000 price point, the refreshed Vision Pro seems focused on Apple’s existing base of professional and early-adopter users who are willing to pay for better performance.
A launch window hasn’t been confirmed, but with FCC approvals in place, a late-2025 or early-2026 debut looks likely. Apple has not commented publicly, but the signs point to Vision Pro remaining part of the company’s lineup—only with faster silicon and gradual refinements rather than a major redesign.
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