Marques Brownlee reveals what Apple is doing about its Vision Pros after people realized they'd forgotten about them
Published on Oct 23, 2025 at 5:21 AM (UTC-4)
by Daisy Edwards
Last updated on Oct 23, 2025 at 12:27 PM (UTC-4)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
Marques Brownlee has revealed what Apple is doing about Vision Pros after people noticed that they’d quietly been forgotten.
Apple’s futuristic headset has returned with a quiet second act, and YouTuber Marques Brownlee’s new review pulls back the curtain on what’s changed.
After two years of silence, Apple’s Vision Pro has not been reinvented, but it has reappeared, and the new version looks almost identical, just with a smarter brain and comfier fit.
But is it worth spending money on it over the established version?
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Apple quietly updates the Vision Pro
The 2025 Vision Pro now runs on Apple’s M5 chip tech, the same one powering the latest iPad Pro and 14-inch MacBook Pro.
Tech YouTuber Marques Brownlee got the chance to try out Apple’s newest Vision Pro, and he had a lot of things to say about it.
It’s faster, more efficient, and offers a small battery boost, but beyond that, the design remains frozen in time.
The aluminum frame, micro-OLED displays, sensors, and external battery pack are exactly the same – even the $3,500 price hasn’t changed.
The one tangible difference is comfort in the form of Apple’s new Dual Knit Band, which finally addresses the biggest complaint about the first model: weight.
The original version pressed painfully on the face, while this one balances the load with a two-strap system and a tungsten counterweight in the back.
It’s heavier on paper but feels lighter on your head, and it’s now available separately for $99.
Marques Brownlee realized people had forgotten about them
The YouTuber says the M5 upgrade brings modest improvements like faster app loading and smoother motion, but it doesn’t change the core experience.
The Vision Pro still feels like an impressive but niche product, and he thinks that most owners use it to watch movies more than to explore Apple’s spatial computing future.
Behind the scenes, the tech giant seems to be pivoting, and reports suggest it has canceled its lighter Vision Pro Air model and redirected those resources toward smart glasses.
With brands like Meta gaining traction in that space, Apple appears to see greater long-term potential there because glasses are easier to wear in public, cheaper to produce, and less isolating than a full headset.
The YouTuber seems to think that the tech giant isn’t abandoning its Vision Pro, but repositioning it.
The headset now stands as a bridge between the bold vision Apple launched and the more practical future it’s quietly building next.
Daisy is a technology and automotive journalist covering artificial intelligence, consumer tech, Apple news, cryptocurrency, emerging technologies, and transportation innovation. Since joining the team in 2025, she has reported on everything from AI-powered startups and major iOS updates to viral car stories and the latest developments shaping transportation and the digital economy. Drawing on her background in automotive journalism and a degree in History and Journalism from Goldsmiths, University of London, Daisy specializes in breaking down complex topics into clear, engaging reporting for a global audience. Her work spans cutting-edge technology, innovative vehicles, and the people driving change across both industries. Daisy has gained first-hand access to some of the world's most talked-about technologies and innovators, including meeting Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot during its first European appearance in London. She has also discussed the future of space exploration with an astronaut, bringing unique insights and real-world perspectives to her coverage of emerging technology.
