Apple Vision Pro Gets a Major Upgrade with the Powerful M5 Chip

Apple has officially unveiled the latest version of Apple Vision Pro, now upgraded with the powerful M5 chip, delivering a groundbreaking leap in performance, visuals, AI capabilities, and battery life. Paired with the all-new Dual Knit Band and visionOS 26, the new Vision Pro offers an even more immersive, comfortable, and intelligent spatial computing experience.

Pre-orders are now live on apple.com, with in-store availability starting Wednesday, October 22.

A Leap Forward in Performance with the M5 Chip

At the heart of the new Vision Pro is Apple’s M5 chip, built on third-generation 3-nanometer technology. This upgrade unlocks extraordinary improvements across every part of the system:

Faster System Performance

• A next-generation 10-core CPU delivers significantly higher multithreaded performance.
• Faster app and widget load times.
• More responsive web browsing and smoother app transitions.

Next-Gen GPU and Visual Enhancements

The new 10-core GPU supports:

• Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
• Mesh shading

This enables lifelike lighting, shadows, and reflections in immersive games like Control.

With M5, Vision Pro renders 10% more pixels on its custom micro-OLED displays, producing sharper text, crisper visuals, and incredibly detailed imagery. Refresh rates can now reach up to 120Hz, reducing motion blur and delivering a smoother experience — especially noticeable when using Mac Virtual Display.

Enhanced Real-World Responsiveness

Vision Pro with M5 works seamlessly with the R1 chip, which:

• Processes input from 12 cameras, 5 sensors, and 6 microphones
• Streams real-time imagery to the displays in just 12 milliseconds

The result: a fluid, natural view of the physical and virtual worlds.

Extended Battery Life

The high-performance battery now provides:

• Up to 2.5 hours of general use
• Up to 3 hours of continuous video playback

Users can also plug in the battery for extended sessions at home, at work, or while commuting.

Smarter, Faster AI with the 16-Core Neural Engine

The 16-core Neural Engine in the M5 chip dramatically boosts AI performance:

• Up to 50% faster system-level AI tasks such as creating Personas or generating spatial scenes
• Up to 2x faster performance for third-party AI-powered apps compared to the previous generation

Developers are already leveraging this boost. Companies like JigSpace are creating enterprise-level solutions where spatial computing meets on-device AI. Using Apple’s Foundation Models framework, JigSpace helps users explore complex datasets and understand intricate objects—such as wind turbines—through intuitive natural language and interactive 3D visuals.

The New Dual Knit Band: Comfort Reimagined

A standout addition to this update is the Dual Knit Band, engineered for superior comfort during extended use.

Key Features of the Dual Knit Band

• Upper and lower straps 3D-knitted as a single piece for cushioning, breathability, and flexibility
• Lower strap includes tungsten-embedded fabric ribs for balanced counterweight
• An intuitive dual-function Fit Dial lets users precisely fine-tune their fit
• Available in small, medium, and large sizes
• Compatible with the previous-generation Vision Pro
• Customers can check their size easily in the Apple Store app for iPhone

This new design helps users enjoy longer sessions of work, entertainment, or creative tasks with better weight distribution and stability.

visionOS 26 Unlocks Powerful Spatial Experiences

With the new hardware comes visionOS 26, introducing a range of immersive, intelligent, and intuitive features.

Widgets in Your Space

Widgets now appear directly within the user’s environment — visible every time Vision Pro is worn. Users can:

• Check time or weather
• Browse photos
• Play music or podcasts
• Access apps like ChatGPT instantly

Improved Personas

Enhanced Personas make FaceTime and other communication apps feel more natural and realistic.

Generative AI Spatial Scenes

Using advanced AI, spatial scenes add depth to photos, bringing memories to life in stunning 3D.

Immersive Video Support

Users can enjoy:

• 180° video
• 360° video
• Wide field-of-view footage

Content creators can publish immersive videos to platforms like Safari and Vimeo.

Vision Pro App on iPad

Later this fall, iPadOS 26.1 will bring the Vision Pro app to iPad—allowing users to:

• Discover new apps and games
• Manage downloads
• Find tips and device information quickly

A Universe of Apps, Games, and Content

With over 1 million apps available — including 3,000+ apps built specifically for visionOS — Vision Pro is ready for every type of user.

Work, Create, and Explore

• Design interiors with HomeByMe or Lowe’s Style Studio
• Build your wardrobe with Balenciaga
• View iconic artwork through Christie’s Select or Art Authority Museum
• Travel virtually using Epic Earth and Explore POV
• Turn your room into a planetarium with Space Vision

Apple Vision Pro M5 Price in Bangladesh

The official Apple Vision Pro (M5 Model) is still limited in global availability, and Apple has not yet launched it officially in Bangladesh. However, imported/USA variants are available through premium retailers and tech stores.

Expected Price in Bangladesh:

৳ 4,50,000 – ৳ 5,20,000 (depending on storage and import source)

Price May Vary Based On:

• Storage variant
• US vs. Middle East version
• Tax & shipping cost
• Shop warranty / AppleCare+ availability

Immersive Entertainment Like Never Before

Apple Vision Pro continues to redefine entertainment:

• Experience concerts with Amplium
• Watch major sports leagues in immersive formats
• Enjoy cinema-sized screens—up to 100 feet wide—with streaming apps
• Explore new titles in Apple Immersive

Later this season:

• Lakers fans in the broadcast region can watch select live games in Apple Immersive
• New immersive releases from Audi F1 Project, BBC, HYBE, Red Bull, and more will debut soon

Conclusion: The Most Advanced Vision Pro Yet

With the M5 chip, Dual Knit Band, visionOS 26, and a rapidly expanding ecosystem of content and apps, the upgraded Apple Vision Pro delivers the most powerful and immersive spatial computing experience ever created.

It’s faster, smarter, more detailed, and more comfortable — setting a new benchmark for XR (Extended Reality) devices and shaping the future of how we work, learn, create, and experience entertainment.