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Video: Testing the New M5 Apple Vision Pro

TechnoMonk said:
Good to know you like the screens and weight isn’t an issue for you. High quality screens when travelling is my biggest problem and probably biggest reason why I am considering AVP.
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Just a heads up.
I went for a demo of the M5 last week and they didnt have a mac setup with it so was unable to test the mac virtual display [which was a major reason I went in]. The specialist told me I had to re-book and specify I wanted to test that ....
Suffice t say I was very impressed and could tell the display would be good for working. The new headstrap was great too and after a few minutes into the demo the weight etc didnt bother me whatsoever. I have decided to get it soon.
 
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richinaus said:
Just a heads up.
I went for a demo of the M5 last week and they didnt have a mac setup with it so was unable to test the mac virtual display [which was a major reason I went in]. The specialist told me I had to re-book and specify I wanted to test that ....
Suffice t say I was very impressed and could tell the display would be good for working. The new headstrap was great too and after a few minutes into the demo the weight etc didnt bother me whatsoever. I have decided to get it soon.
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Thanks for the heads up. I will let them know when I set up a demo to have mac virtual display setup. Wonder if I could take my own MBP.
 
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Overpriced, overweight, lacking essential apps and a clear direction makes it difficult to sell … We don’t need spatial computing we need glasses to extend our iPhone or Mac or ipad screen estate so we can work, play, entertain anywhere and for this we are waiting patiently for the aGlasses that from the rumors of dual features depending if it’s with a phone or a Mac is very promising.
 
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MichaelAdam said:
Overpriced, overweight, lacking essential apps and a clear direction makes it difficult to sell … We don’t need spatial computing we need glasses to extend our iPhone or Mac or ipad screen estate so we can work, play, entertain anywhere and for this we are waiting patiently for the aGlasses that from the rumors of dual features depending if it’s with a phone or a Mac is very promising.
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Thats not the device 'we' are waiting for.
 
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vantelimus said:
I upgraded from M2 to M5. This is a very fair review. I can't disagree with any of the things the reviewer said. His final point was important–most people will find it not worth the price. For me, if it weren't for the Mac Virtual Display, this would be a device I would use once or twice a week to consume immersive video or look at 3D-rendered old photos. If that were the only use, $3500 is too steep. However, as the superior display for my Macs, the ability to isolate myself in an environment while I work, and the freedom to take that experience into any room or on the road, it is worth the price. As I've said in other postings, I won't go back to regular desktop displays unless forced.

On some other things the review covered...

I agree that everything just works a bit smoother. With the M2, I would get an occasional stutter or video tear when using a lot of apps and moving my Mac Virtual Display around. It wasn't a big problem, but it isn't happening now.

I am one of those people who will wear the headset for hours at a time, including all day. I didn't have a problem with the old strap, so I was surprised to find that the new strap does noticeably improve the experience by allowing you to take some of the weight off the front of your face. The dial control is slick.

The persona is better. Unfortunately it accurately captures the fact that I look a year older. The VisionOS 1.0 on the M2 with less detail was better for my ego. I haven't had a chance yet to use FaceTime with it. I'm looking forward to that.
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I don’t notice any occasional stutter with m2 one. Sure you’re not making things up to feel better about upgrading? Seriously there’s hardly any difference other than a 99 dollar head strap. Returned the new one.
 
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Nice video. Won't buy one but would like to try it out at an Apple store. Sadly it is not available in my country yet. Hopefully Apple will release it soon.
 
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TechnoMonk said:
Not for another 5-10 years that too if lucky. I wish there was an easy way to have two big 5 k screens fit in slim glasses.
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2 x 5k big screens maybe not but a 4K in less than 2 years which is an improvement for most and will sell even probably better than any actual glasses from X real, viture etc …
 
MichaelAdam said:
2 x 5k big screens maybe not but a 4K in less than 2 years which is an improvement for most and will sell even probably better than any actual glasses from X real, viture etc …
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Apple vision Pro has 3660 x 3200 pixels per eye, thats not even 4k but UHD.
 
The reviewer's first few words said it all "it's a pretty good step forward" (said with a kind of resignation in his voice).
 
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Apple recently refreshed the Apple Vision Pro, adding a new M5 chip for improved performance. There aren't design changes, but Apple did introduce a new Dual Knit Band that's supposed to be more comfortable. MacRumors videographer Dan Barbera picked up one of the new Vision Pro headsets to see how it compares to the prior-generation M2 versions.


Software and hardware are the same if you've been using visionOS 26, but with the M5 chip, performance is noticeably improved. Creating a Persona, generating spatial photos, and using multiple apps at once are all tasks that are quicker.

Apple didn't update the micro-OLED displays in the Vision Pro, but the M5 is able to render 10 percent more pixels and it supports a 120Hz refresh rate, so things look smoother than before. Mac Virtual Display, where the Vision Pro works as a screen for your Mac, looks like two sharp 5K displays side-by-side. Personalized Spatial Audio support adds more accurate directionality for more immersive audio.

To improve the wearing experience, the Vision Pro ships with a Dual Knit Band that replaces the prior Solo Knit Band and Dual Loop that came with the M2 model. The Dual Knit Band has a strap that goes over the top of the head and one at the back of the head, which allows for better weight distribution. The back band has weights inside for counterbalance, and it does make a difference in how it feels.

The top and bottom straps can be adjusted using an updated Fit Dial, so each Vision Pro wearer can get an ideal fit. The Dual Knit Band isn't a miracle fix, so while it does make the Vision Pro a little more comfortable to wear, it's still a heavy headset. The M5 Vision Pro continues to be priced at $3,499, and it can be purchased from Apple. M2 Vision Pro owners can buy the Dual Knit Band standalone for $99.

Article Link: Video: Testing the New M5 Apple Vision Pro
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You must have a special M5 Vision Pro. I bought my M2 Vision Pro on the first day of release and tried the M5 as well from the first day. There's practically no difference between the two versions. As for the double knit strap, it’s the worst I've ever seen. I don't understand why they added weight to the back strap! It got me double headache with using it for an hour. The best strap combination is the original single knit strap and the Belkin vertical strap. I use them and haven't regretted it.
 
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MichaelAdam said:
Overpriced, overweight, lacking essential apps and a clear direction makes it difficult to sell … We don’t need spatial computing we need glasses to extend our iPhone or Mac or ipad screen estate so we can work, play, entertain anywhere and for this we are waiting patiently for the aGlasses that from the rumors of dual features depending if it’s with a phone or a Mac is very promising.
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First thing first is overpriced. People eager to try new toy, but the price is much beyond their budget.
 
Rychiar said:
I'm so torn on whether to upgrade. would be a pretty solid tax write off for the year
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Just remember from the taxation side, you need over $15,750 dollars in deductions for itemized deductions to even make sense since thats the current standard deduction, if you are married you would need over $31,500 for the itemized deduction to make sense.
 
Student of Life said:
Just remember from the taxation side, you need over $15,750 dollars in deductions for itemized deductions to even make sense since thats the current standard deduction, if you are married you would need over $31,500 for the itemized deduction to make sense.
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You don't itemize business deductions.
 
ngl , this looks like the stuff from Back To the Future II when Marty visited his future self home
 
MacBH928 said:
ngl , this looks like the stuff from Back To the Future II when Marty visited his future self home
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Still waiting for true hoverboards. The AVP has the part with the Jaws shark coming out of the movie theater and devouring you though.
 
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RTH32 said:
I have both and agree that the M5 is a relatively subtle improvement over the M2 Vision Pro. However, with engineering intensive apps, such as the immersive finite element visualization app Isn't That Spatial!, the M5 is substantially faster when showing models with millions of nodes and elements. It's a nice improvement.
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Thank you for the app tip. Where can I DL some sample data? I really appreciate your help in advance.
 
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