Apple may be shelving plans for a more affordable Apple Vision Pro model, reportedly halting development of a key component. Samsung was developing a glass-substrate micro-OLED display for a rumored device called the Apple Vision Air, intended to reduce costs with lower resolution screens. This project is said to be ending in September.

An unspecified industry source suggests Apple's shifting focus to AI smart glasses has led to the loss of momentum for XR headset display development. While the display project is reportedly successful enough to continue until September, Apple's strategic pivot away from this specific path is seen as the primary driver. The exact timing of this decision and its contractual implications for Samsung remain unclear.

This development implies a potential delay or complete cancellation of a less expensive Vision Pro headset, with consumers potentially facing longer waits for more accessible spatial computing hardware. The industry may see a greater emphasis on AI integration in wearable technology, potentially influencing future product roadmaps across major tech companies.