iFixit tore down the Apple Vision Pro, providing an in-depth look to the mixed-reality headset that has been getting the buzz from tech enthusiasts.
The teardown was pretty easy as it only involved disconnecting the Buff Lightning connectors and strap arms using the SIM eject tool. Meanwhile, the disassembly was the same for other Apple hardware.
Apple Vision Pro Reveals Layers of Display
The glass panel was the first one to come out and it has a protective plastic film that got a little melted during the process. According to iFixit, it will cost users around $799 for Apple to repair the broken front glass.
The next layer revealed the black layer that is mainly visible in the design of the Vision Pro. Once removed, another unlaminated layer overtop the exterior screen was revealed. After the removal, the eyes of the user will be exposed but in a distorted way.
For the display, Apple aimed to achieve an animated, 3D-looking face with eyes. In order to recreate a believable 3D effect, the company used lenticular lenses.
"VisionOS renders multiple face images-call them A and B-slices them up, and displays A from one angle serving your left eye, and B from another serving your right eye. This creates a 3D face via the stereoscopic effect," iFixit explained.
Apple Vision Pro Overall Feels
The mixed-reality headset is advertised with the Solo Knit Band and the Dual Loop Band. Most of the time, the Solo Knit Band is the default publicity-friendly band due to its cool appearance which wraps around the back of your head and is adjustable using the side dial.
As for the speakers, they are fixed into the two rigid bands that connect to the main headset. The holes are inside the temples of the main headset and have removable bands similar to the Lightnight connectors.
The speakers are also pointed back towards the ears which is a clear indication that the headset is not meant to be used in a noisy environment.
According to the breakdown, the weight on the face caused by the display module only is around 532 grams which is slightly heavier compared to the Meta Quest Pro with 522 grams.
"The weight isn't as bad as expected, although it's definitely on my forehead/cheeks as opposed to my head which feels weird like someone is pushing on my head to tilt it down," iFixit teardown veteran Sam Goldheart stated.
