Pre-Ordering Apple Vision Pro: What You Need to Know

[MacRumors]

Apple has announced that its Vision Pro headset will officially launch in the United States on February 2, and that pre-orders will be open starting Friday, January 19, at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Here's everything you need to know about pre-ordering your unit on Apple's online store.

When Will Pre-Orders Begin?

Apple Vision Pro is initially launching only in the United States, with pre-orders beginning at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time on Friday, January 19. For those in other U.S. time zones, here is the full list of pre-order times:

• 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time
• 7:00 a.m. Central Time
• 6:00 a.m. Mountain Time
• 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time
• 4:00 a.m. Alaska Time
• 3:00 a.m. Hawaii–Aleutian Time

Pre-Order Configuration Options

Apple has yet to share full tech specs for the Vision Pro, so only limited details are available in terms of what configuration options you will be able to select during the pre-order process.

The headset starts from $3,499, and Apple has so far said the device is equipped with an M2 chip, an all-new R1 chip that processes camera and microphone input, and 256GB of base storage. Apple could offer models with up to 1TB of storage, but the existence of bigger capacities has not yet been confirmed. MacRumors has additionally discovered that the headset is equipped with 16GB of RAM, but this is likely to be a fixed amount of memory in all units.

What's in the Box

Apple says customers can expect the Vision Pro packaging to include the following:

• Vision Pro headset
• Polishing cloth
• Solo Knit Band
• Dual Loop Band
• Light Seal
• Two Light Seal cushions
• Vision Pro cover
• External battery pack
• USB-C charging cable
• Power adapter

For customers who want to use the headset on the go without pockets or a backpack, Belkin will sell an accessory clip that allows the battery pack to be attached to clothing.

Vision Pro Payment Options

Apple customers will be able to purchase the Vision Pro online and at retail stores using Apple Card installments. Typically, Apple Card installments let customers spread the purchase over monthly payments with no interest. iPhone purchases can be made over 24 monthly payments, for example.

Pre-Order Requirements

• Face ID Scan: Ensure you have an iPhone or iPad with Face ID available. This is required to scan your face for a custom fit of the Light Seal and headbands.
• Apple Store App Update: Update your Apple Store app to the latest version (released January 11) to support Vision Pro face scanning.

Vision Correction Options

• Reading Lenses: For an additional $99, attachable Zeiss readers are available for those with vision correction needs. Assuming no other configuration options are selected, for a Vision Pro with reading lenses, the combined outlay is $3,598.
• Prescription Lenses: For $149, Zeiss prescription lenses that magnetically attach to the headset are offered. A valid prescription is required. Assuming no other configuration options are selected, for a Vision Pro with prescription lenses, the combined outlay is $3,648.
• Prescription Upload: Post-checkout, you'll need to upload a valid, unexpired prescription from a U.S. eye-care professional. Note that the prescription lens options are only sold online.
• Health App Integration: You can store your vision prescription in the Health app for convenient retrieval.

Post Pre-Order Demos

Following pre-orders, the Vision Pro will launch in the U.S. on Friday, February 2. Starting at 8 a.m. local time that day, customers are invited to sign up for a demo of the headset at their local Apple Store, with slots to be available through the weekend on a first-come, first-served basis

Vision Pro Availability Outside the U.S.

Orders are limited to the United States for the time being, but Apple is likely to launch the Vision Pro headset outside the U.S. before WWDC 2024 in June, with Canada and the United Kingdom tipped as the first two other countries in which the headset will be available.

Further Reading

For more detailed insights and updates about the Apple Vision Pro after pre-orders open, stay tuned to our comprehensive Vision Pro coverage. It's also worth checking out our dedicated Apple Vision Pro roundup. The latter provides a deeper dive into the capabilities and features of the device, ensuring you're well-informed before making your purchase.

Article Link: Pre-Ordering Apple Vision Pro: What You Need to Know

 

[truthsteve]

can you order prescription lens after placing the order without it?

 

[1800AirTAG]

Take my money!!!! Just kidding, it's cool, still don't think it's worth the money.

 

[bigboy29]

What you need to know:

1. $3,499
2. You get a free polishing cloth!

(I'll see myself out)

 

[ajf.350d]

Still think the decision to not make it compatible with glasses is a mistake.
Not sure why they felt that was necessary. It’s just a forced added cost for wearers, of an already expensive product.
Typically, the prescription lenses are also way more expensive than other headsets, such as the Quest 3.
I paid $50 for full prescription lenses on mine, and even that was at least optional.

 

[Mrkevinfinnerty]

What you need to know:

1. Don't.

 

[miiwtoo]

here we go early adopters! in few months (2025 for sure) for less money

 

[KPOM]

It will be interesting to see how well this sells over time. The first generation is out of most people's price range, but I can see a critical mass once a version is available for $1599.

 

[xizdun]

customers are invited to sign up for a demo of the headset at their local Apple Store

I remember reading about this somewhere.

Are they going to deliver it home —OR— will I have to go pick it up at my local Apple Store after the demo/orientation?

Will have to take the day off if I can get it on launch day. 😎

 

[kiensoy]

So will Apple add touchscreens to Macs now? They are all lifting their hands in the air. Steve Jobs said arms would get tired if they had to lift them to touch a screen 🤔

 

[xizdun]

You already have to lift your arms (hands) to touch the iPhone and iPad. Why do you need touchscreen Macs? I don’t foresee Apple adding touch to Macs any time soon.

Steve Jobs was known to give bs explanations/excuses, like the “you’re holding it wrong”. Remember?

I’m pretty sure you can rest your arm/elbow and just pinch with your fingers with the AVP. The reviewers/influencers in the image above are only lifting because it’s their first time (closed demo) and they’re just following instructions.

Edit: Marques (MKBHD) actually covers the hand positioning in his video here (4:10–5:00).

 

[spaxxedout]

Apple doesn’t offer 24 month financing on Mac.

 

[mr_matalino]

Can’t wait for future versions of VisionPro where Apple will exclude 3/4 of accessories currently included in the box. For the environment of course…

 

[Craptastic]

I feel most people will order this and then return it within 14 days.

 

[GMShadow]

can you order prescription lens after placing the order without it?

Was curious myself and found this on the site.

Vision correction accessories are sold separately.

Which makes some sense - people will probably update their prescription more than once for the expected lifetime of the headset.

 

[BradWI]

I plan on ordering 3. Two to flip when they sell out and the third to keep, paid for with the profits.

And if the demand isn't there, they all get returned. Zero risk.

 

[unpopular]

I plan on ordering 3. Two to flip when they sell out and the third to keep, paid for with the profits.

And if the demand isn't there, they all get returned. Zero risk.

Gotta find 2 individuals with the same face shape because you’d be doing the magic face scanning thingy to make sure it fits…

 

[iwayne]

This is the weirdest release of an apple product ever. We are now less than 24 hours away from the release & we have no details on price other than the price of the base unit. not a single detail on what options of storage will be offered other than the base of 256gb & how much bigger options cost. How much are extra battery packs? It’s oddly strange

 

[klasma]

Apple says customers can expect the Vision Pro packaging to include the following:

• Polishing cloth
• Solo Knit Band
• Dual Loop Band
• Light Seal
• Two Light Seal cushions
• Vision Pro cover
• External battery pack
• USB-C charging cable
• Power adapter

Hopefully it also includes the actual Vision Pro.

 

[MJedi]

All I need to know is I do not have $3500 + tax to get one of these. 🙄

 

[Born Again]

Anyone else buying to try out then returning it?

 

[Born Again]

here we go early adopters! in few months (2025 for sure) for less money

I’ll quote you in a few years.

Apple doesn’t do discounts.

 

[apernett]

Pre-Ordering Apple Vision Pro: What You Need to Know​

1. Check your bank account.
2. Repeat.
3. Rinse.

 

[picpicmac]

Pre-Ordering Apple Vision Pro: What You Need to Know

What I need to know is how am I going to afford it.

 

[macos9rules]

Apple has announced that its Vision Pro headset will officially launch in the United States on February 2, and that pre-orders will be open starting Friday, January 19, at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Here's everything you need to know about pre-ordering your unit on Apple's online store.

When Will Pre-Orders Begin?

Apple Vision Pro is initially launching only in the United States, with pre-orders beginning at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time on Friday, January 19. For those in other U.S. time zones, here is the full list of pre-order times:

• 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time
• 7:00 a.m. Central Time
• 6:00 a.m. Mountain Time
• 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time
• 4:00 a.m. Alaska Time
• 3:00 a.m. Hawaii–Aleutian Time

Pre-Order Configuration Options

Apple has yet to share full tech specs for the Vision Pro, so only limited details are available in terms of what configuration options you will be able to select during the pre-order process.

The headset starts from $3,499, and Apple has so far said the device is equipped with an M2 chip, an all-new R1 chip that processes camera and microphone input, and 256GB of base storage. Apple could offer models with up to 1TB of storage, but the existence of bigger capacities has not yet been confirmed. MacRumors has additionally discovered that the headset is equipped with 16GB of RAM, but this is likely to be a fixed amount of memory in all units.

What's in the Box

Apple says customers can expect the Vision Pro packaging to include the following:

• Polishing cloth
  
• Solo Knit Band
  
• Dual Loop Band
  
• Light Seal
  
• Two Light Seal cushions
  
• Vision Pro cover
  
• External battery pack
  
• USB-C charging cable
  
• Power adapter

For customers who want to use the headset on the go without pockets or a backpack, Belkin will sell an accessory clip that allows the battery pack to be attached to clothing.

Vision Pro Payment Options

Apple customers will be able to purchase the Vision Pro online and at retail stores using Apple Card installments. Typically, Apple Card installments let customers spread the purchase over monthly payments with no interest. Mac and iPhone purchases can be made over 24 monthly payments, for example.

Pre-Order Requirements

• Face ID Scan: Ensure you have an iPhone or iPad with Face ID available. This is required to scan your face for a custom fit of the Light Seal and headbands.
  
• Apple Store App Update: Update your Apple Store app to the latest version (released January 11) to support Vision Pro face scanning.

Vision Correction Options

• Reading Lenses: For an additional $99, attachable Zeiss readers are available for those with vision correction needs. Assuming no other configuration options are selected, for a Vision Pro with reading lenses, the combined outlay is $3,598.
  
• Prescription Lenses: For $149, Zeiss prescription lenses that magnetically attach to the headset are offered. A valid prescription is required. Assuming no other configuration options are selected, for a Vision Pro with prescription lenses, the combined outlay is $3,648.
  
• Prescription Upload: Post-checkout, you'll need to upload a valid, unexpired prescription from a U.S. eye-care professional. Note that the prescription lens options are only sold online.
  
• Health App Integration: You can store your vision prescription in the Health app for convenient retrieval.

Post Pre-Order Demos

Following pre-orders, the Vision Pro will launch in the U.S. on Friday, February 2. Starting at 8 a.m. local time that day, customers are invited to sign up for a demo of the headset at their local Apple Store, with slots to be available through the weekend on a first-come, first-served basis

Vision Pro Availability Outside the U.S.

Orders are limited to the United States for the time being, but Apple is likely to launch the Vision Pro headset outside the U.S. before WWDC 2024 in June, with Canada and the United Kingdom tipped as the first two other countries in which the headset will be available.

Further Reading

For more detailed insights and updates about the Apple Vision Pro after pre-orders open, stay tuned to our comprehensive Vision Pro coverage. It's also worth checking out our dedicated Apple Vision Pro roundup. The latter provides a deeper dive into the capabilities and features of the device, ensuring you're well-informed before making your purchase.

Article Link: Pre-Ordering Apple Vision Pro: What You Need to Know

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