Apple’s upcoming mixed-reality headset, set to launch in June, has sparked concerns among some current and former employees, according to a report from The New York Times. While top executives are said to be impressed with the product, others have raised doubts about its potential and some have left the project altogether.
One of the main concerns is that the headset may be a solution in search of a problem, unlike Apple’s previous game-changing products like the iPod and iPhone. The expected $3,000 price tag and design issues with the battery may also make it a hard sell for consumers, aside from the most loyal Apple fans.
There is also speculation that the release may be delayed, as it was with AirTags, due to privacy concerns. Despite these worries, manufacturing is reportedly underway and the launch is still planned for June.
Reports suggest that the decision to proceed with the headset was made against the advice of Apple’s industrial design team, who preferred to wait and release lighter AR glasses instead.
While reports about Apple’s plans should be taken with a grain of salt, the fact that multiple sources have expressed similar concerns raises questions about the headset’s potential success.
It remains to be seen how Apple will address these issues and how they will ultimately impact the device’s performance in the market.
