Noted industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has reiterated that Apple will launch its augmented reality (AR) headset by mid-2022. Kuo based his prediction on ongoing research, part of whose findings he shared with investors on Tuesday. Apple’s in-development virtual reality (VR) and AR devices have been the subject of speculations and leaks for several months. There were some indications that the first version of these headsets will have up to 15 cameras to provide an immersive experience for users. Another rumored Apple headset is the Apple Glass, which will use optical waveguide technology to overlay computer-generated graphics into actual scenery. It was also rumored that Apple could launch a mixed reality headset within months as recently as March.

Apple’s AR headsets will be a wonderful addition to the US tech firm’s iconic and innovative lineup of products. Kuo, in the note, stated that Apple would launch AR HMD devices in Q2, 2022. The device will provide a video see-through augmented reality experience, using a lens setup by Genius.

Kuo’s research covered Apple’s camera lens supply chain, and an iPhone 13 is in the works, going by initial supply batches of the camera components from suppliers, Genius and Largan. However, it is believed that Largan did not pass the latest evaluation by Apple, leading to the choice of Genius for the June supply of camera components. 

Several other manufacturers like HTC and Razer recently unveiled their latest VR headsets. A few other OEMs are in active research on such devices, which have wide applications.

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