Future Apple VR AR headset just tipped for breakthrough display Tom s Guide

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Future Apple VR AR headset just tipped for breakthrough display

By Malcolm McMillan published 29 September 2022 OLEDoS technology could have Apple VR/AR lightyears ahead of the competition (Image credit: Ian Zelbo) We have been hearing news about an Apple VR/AR headset for a while now, and we always knew it would aim to be the best device available when it launches. But if this latest display rumor is true, its successor could be truly elite. According to TheElec (opens in new tab), Apple is now pushing Samsung and LG (through their display-focused subsidiaries) to develop a 3500 pixels-per-inch (ppi) resolution display for the follow-up to the rumored mixed reality device. That's right - this is an Apple VR/AR headset 2 rumor. Apple had reportedly previously been aiming for 2800ppi on the sequel to next year's rumored debut model, which currently would still be best-in-class by a mile. But apparently, that was not good enough for Cupertino, at least if this report is to be believed. This massive leap in display quality is expected to come from OLEDoS technology (opens in new tab), which is currently being developed by Sony, Samsung and LG's display subsidiaries. But take this rumor with a grain of salt. While TheElec is a reputable source when it comes to display rumors, it even mentions that Samsung is aiming for 3,000ppi resolution OLEDoS displays by 2024. That would still fall short of Apple's rumored demands.

Apple VR AR headset What is OLEDoS  

(Image credit: Ian Zelbo) OLEDoS and LEDoS refer to organic light-emitting diodes on silicon and light-emitting diodes on silicon respectively. If those terms sound vaguely familiar, that's because OLED and LED displays are incredibly common in today's current displays. However, these new display technologies use silicon rather than glass substrates to create displays. This allows them to theoretically create a denser pixel resolution than is currently possible with glass displays. We say theoretically because we have yet to see a mainstream display use this technology. While Sony currently leads the market in OLEDoS technology according to TheElec, there isn't currently anything from Sony a consumer can buy using an OLEDoS display. That is expected to change in the next couple of years. The first Apple VR/AR headset won't hit 3,500ppi, but it is reported to use both a Sony-manufactured and an LG Display-manufactured OLEDoS display. Samsung Display meanwhile is developing OLEDoS displays for virtual reality and mixed reality devices and LEDoS displays for augmented reality devices. So while there is nothing currently on the market using this novel technology, it looks set to become a dominant force in the VR/AR space.

Apple VR AR headset display versus the competition 

(Image credit: PICO) The current expectations for the Apple VR/AR headset display are a bit mixed. Current rumors range anywhere from twin 4K to twin 8K displays (one per eye), which would be a massive leap forward. For reference, the best display currently on the market is the PICO 4 which has a 2,160 x 2,160 resolution, or 1,200ppi. With a rumored 1.4-inch display per eye, the current Apple VR/AR headset rumors peg the headset as having a minimum 2,857ppi resolution - which is a bit absurd in comparison. Again, take these rumors with a grain of salt. TheElec's reporting suggested that Apple was requesting 2,800ppi resolution for a follow-up headset, a figure that current rumors suggest that Apple has already exceeded. Given that the best VR headsets and the rumored Meta Quest Pro would not even come close to the resolution these Apple display rumors suggest that something in the rumor mill is a bit off. Then again, the VR/AR headset is also rumored to cost anywhere from $1,000 to $3,000, so suggesting it is in competition with the £379 PICO 4 may be a bit off as well. Today's best Oculus Quest 2 dealsRecommended Retail... (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$399 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$399.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$399.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)Show More DealsWe check over 250 million products every day for the best prices

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Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Malcolm McMillanNews WriterMalcolm McMillan is a News Writer for Tom's Guide. Before writing for Tom's Guide, he worked many retail jobs and many Black Fridays, including a stint for Microsoft. He is passionate about video games and sports, though both cause him to yell at the TV frequently. In his spare time, Malcolm is a fantasy football analyst. He proudly sports many tattoos, including an Arsenal tattoo, in honor of the team that causes him to yell at the TV the most. More about apple Best Buy Black Friday deals are live - big sales on 4K TVs, MacBooks and more iPhone 15 with USB-C is almost certainly coming - here's whyLatest Bayonetta 3 review: Brutal, stylish combat pushes Switch to the limitSee more latest ► Topics Apple Virtual Reality See all comments (0) No comments yet Comment from the forums MOST READMOST SHARED1Surface Laptop 5 review: What a letdown2Bayonetta 3 review: Brutal, stylish combat pushes Switch to the limit3This 14-inch Windows 11 laptop just dropped to $99 in early Black Friday deal 4Best Wordle start words to help you keep your streak5Samsung's massive 75-inch 4K TV just crashed to $579 ahead of Black Friday1This 14-inch Windows 11 laptop just dropped to $99 in early Black Friday deal 2Best Wordle start words to help you keep your streak3Samsung's massive 75-inch 4K TV just crashed to $579 ahead of Black Friday4iOS 16.1 could be saving the world one charge at a time - here's how5This could be the 200MP camera for the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
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