Apple is significantly stepping up its investment in hardware design.

This week, Apple drew attention in the hardware sector by sharing exciting updates regarding its upcoming launches set to unfold over the next couple of years. Enthusiasts of the Metaverse are eagerly anticipating Apple's venture into the Mixed Reality (MR) headset space, especially after a year filled with tantalizing hints regarding their competitive edge against established players. Meta which already features consumer-ready products on the shelves.  

New details emerged on Monday about enhanced screens for the upcoming second generation of their headset, alongside news on Apple's AR Glasses and the introduction of a new periscope lens for the iPhone. Some of these updates may materialize sooner than anticipated.

Insights into Apple's next-gen MR headset.

Tech enthusiasts had high hopes that Apple would unveil its headset during this year's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC ), but it concluded without any indication. In the absence of official information directly from Apple, experts and fans have resorted to investigating hints through trademark filings and coding patterns. . 

Apple is poised to challenge competitors like Meta’s Quest 2 and PlayStation’s PSVR 2 on multiple levels. Back in February 2021, the tech community caught wind of Apple’s plans to integrate its cutting-edge M1 chip, which would make the headset lighter and more energy-efficient compared to others, along with micro OLED displays that would dramatically improve its visual clarity.  

Current smartphone display technologies generally utilize glass panels, whereas micro OLED displays are actually fixed on a silicon base, resulting in a superior visual experience due to 'a fundamentally different display technology directly integrated on chip wafers,' as reported. Patently Apple explained. 

According to an article from Patently Apple, 'An interesting development has surfaced today indicating that LG Display plans to acquire equipment for manufacturing micro OLED displays from Sunic System.', 'Additionally, it is expected that Apple intends to utilize Sony’s MicroOLED panel for its first MR device screen, while LG Display will provide a conventional OLED panel for the external display designated as an ‘indicator.’ A reader at Patently Apple raised a question regarding Apple's choice to partner

with LG over other suppliers. Another commenter replied, 'While I don't have insider insights to provide a definitive answer, here's my perspective: Sony may possess the technology necessary to meet Apple's scheduled release for the headset, albeit at a steeper cost. Conversely, LG Display has been a long-time partner of Apple and would likely provide more favorable pricing in the long run. Moreover, LG recently secured funding to establish a new OLED manufacturing facility with next-generation technology set to commence operations in 2024-2025 to satisfy', "It was reported that Apple has ‘requested a sample of fine metal mask (FMM) technology intended for use in virtual reality (VR) from APS Holdings,’ aiming to develop displays with an astonishing resolution of 3000 pixels per inch (ppi). They also noted that back in May, 'APS Holdings was appointed by the [ Sony the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy to spearhead a project focused on advancing MicroOLED display technology tailored for high brightness and high-resolution AR applications. The initiative is looking to introduce AR glasses capable of achieving a remarkable 4000ppi resolution by 2024.' APS Holdings indicated, 'RGB OLED technology is preferable as it eliminates the need for color filters.'   Apple’s future needs.

In September 2021, the Elec Recent reports indicated that 'As Apple prepares its mixed reality headset, the AR Glasses might be on the horizon.' They referenced insights from Haitong International Tech Research analyst Jeff Pu, stating that Apple’s South Korean have 'now entered the advanced design phase.' The prototype is projected to be finalized by late 2022, with mass production anticipated in the latter half of 2024.

Apple’s AR Glass Moves Forward

Amping the frenzy further, 9 to 5 Mac 'We predict it will incorporate waveguide technology, and Corning (GLW) and Hoya (7741 JP) are currently testing the glass.' Pu expressed optimism about Corning's collaboration with Lante, indicating potential benefits from their partnership. AR glasses Unlike Apple's mixed reality headset, these glasses would exclusively concentrate on augmented reality. Some speculate that these glasses

9 to 5 Mac further echoed Pu's thoughts on upcoming periscope lenses for iPhones—this innovative tech utilizes prisms to capture images by circumventing obstacles, similar to technology used by submarines to view above the water's surface. They reported that Pu 'is uncertain whether one or both iPhone 15 Pro models will incorporate the periscope lens,' yet he emphasized that 'Lante is consistently increasing their planned production capacity for prisms. We continue to perceive an excellent likelihood for the periscope's adoption, with Lante serving as the primary supplier.'

Stay tuned to discover whether only the Max model will feature this new addition or if it will extend to the latest iPhone Pro. could replace the iPhone in 10 years.

For now, the periscope lens

An often-asked question: are visuals the ultimate priority?

The present developments are heavily centered on visual technology—suggesting that this attribute might determine which company thrives in the competitive landscape, rather than factors like

), comfort, or any of the other aspects of human perception.  

An article yesterday indicated that if Apple successfully reaches its 3000ppi goal, the company 'would outshine rival Meta significantly,' considering that 'the Quest 2 only boasts 773ppi and companion content (as highlighted by the New Yo r k Times However, TechRadar cautioned readers to temper their excitement—these discussions concern second-generation concepts for these displays, and an official announcement regarding the initial product is still pending. Furthermore, it appears that Apple is relying significantly on the capability of its contractors to deliver this resolution. What will happen to their MR headset plans if these suppliers can't deliver?

TechRadar TechRadar speculated that there’s a possibility Apple might abandon its MR hardware pursuits for various reasons, particularly since they haven't formally acknowledged them yet. Still, that scenario seems improbable—there's a significant financial incentive at play. Nonetheless, the company that once transformed our perception of reality through revolutionary computers and smartphones possesses the potential to replicate those feats in the Metaverse. So, will they continue adhering to a visually-centered strategy, or venture into uncharted territories? From the information available thus far, the former seems more likely.   Project Cambria is rumored to have 1230ppi.” 

Anticipating what Apple has in store for its upcoming mixed reality headset.

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