Apple was expected to launch its AR headset at this year’s WWDC keynote, but with a recent report stating that the device has hit another ‘delay’ roadblock, we will have to exercise even more patience now for its release. While all of us wait for the imminent announcement, check out this detailed concept of Apple’s Reality Pro, which takes inspiration from a pair of ski goggles.

AR headset concept shows no visible connection for the external battery, but there appears to be a charging port

Though Apple showed the AR headset to several of the company’s executives, none of them directly spoke about its design. However, there have been talks about the device resembling a pair of ski goggles, and that is exactly what @Hanstsaiz has envisioned in his latest concept. With cushions behind the visor and the headband, this concept shows immense attention to detail, similar to how Apple would have designed, with padding at the back and front to ensure a comfortable viewing experience for the wearer.

The entire visor at the front appears to flaunt a curved display, with protective glass likely present at the front. However, as much as @Hanstsaiz added an incredible amount of detail, we cannot see any cameras on any part of the headset, and these sensors need to be present to deliver that augmented reality experience. We can also see the charging port at the bottom of the headband, but the interface appears to be microUSB and not USB-C, which is strange to see.

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From what we have heard, Apple’s AR headset will rely on external batteries for power, and the company is expected to sell additional accessories, likely for a higher price. It has also been reported that the head-mounted wearable cannot be worn over glasses, and those who do not wear eye lenses will be required to purchase prescription lenses. Looking at the concept, it looks like the glasses will get in the way of the visor too, so purchasing those eyewear accessories will be essential.

Our guess is that this AR headset concept will look more or the same as Apple’s retail unit, but we should still wait for the third quarter of this year for the official announcement. Hopefully, there will not be another delay, but that also does not mean the product will be successful, with updated estimates saying that Apple will sell up to 300,000 units, which is not a promising figure for such an ambitious launch.

News Source: @Hanstsaiz