Editor's take: A new report notes that Apple has internally discussed pricing its mixed reality headset effectually $3,000. At that price, it'd be slightly more affordable than the $3,500 Microsoft HoloLens ii but still outside the realm of what most people would consider affordable. As such, the first iteration could very well be a niche product with depression adoption.

Apple's upcoming mixed-reality headset will reportedly pack more than a dozen cameras and other high-tech hardware according to a source familiar with its development as reported by The Information (paywall, via MacRumors).

The array of cameras would facilitate tracking for hand movements and allow the user to see the real earth while donning the habiliment.

The visor volition too reportedly be equipped with 8K displays and avant-garde tech to handle eye tracking, the source said. Based on images of a tardily-stage prototype seen past the publication, swappable headbands will hold the headset in place while worn.

Bands could also afford added functionality, the report claims. Ane band could pack spatial audio tech while another might offering up additional battery life. They could besides come in a variety of colors, like the swappable ear cushions on the AirPods Max headphones.

Users could accept options when it comes to how to control the device every bit well. At to the lowest degree one epitome featured a physical dial on the side of the visor. The unit could also reply to a wearer's hand gestures and eye movements. Optionally, a command could be worn on the tip of your finger to help with navigation.

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