See Apple's VR headset on your desk using augmented reality

AppleInsider has developed an exclusive 3D model of Apple's rumored VR headset, and you can use your iPad or iPhone to see it on your desk.

The Apple VR headset is rumored to release sometime in 2023 for developers. Early leaks showed a VR goggle-like design and little details have been shed on the headset's potential design since.

Using the details provided by various leaks, we've generated a 3D model of the rumored headset to give readers an idea of what to expect.

Overall, the design resembles the Oculus Rift headset. Like phones, there are only a handful of designs that persist on the market, but Apple will have its own design twist.

Given the rumors, we expect the headset to borrow from a few Apple products. The bands may be interchangeable and made of fluoroelastomer like on Apple Watch, the eye coverings could be a similar padded cloth material to the AirPods Max earpads, and main body could be similar to the curved glass and metal used on iPhone.

Check out the full 3D model by clicking on the image above. On iPhone or iPad, use the "AR" mode to place the headset on a flat surface in the real world using augmented reality. On a Mac, clicking the image will download a USDZ file which can be viewed in Preview.

To learn more, check out what to expect from Apple's VR headset. It is expected to be announced at an Apple Event in 2023.

17 Comments

MacPro 19838 comments · 18 Years

About 2 years ago

My two cents. For working on Macs and iPads, Apple will offer something more like Buddy Holly Glasses. I don't see the average Mac user enjoying the 3D desktop and the Finder in Ventura, dressed up like Lloyd Bridges. However, there will also be a headset for more immersive uses (or should that be submersive, lol)

foregoneconclusion 2835 comments · 12 Years

MacPro said:

My two cents. For working on Macs and iPads, Apple will offer something more like Buddy Holly Glasses. I don't see the average Mac user enjoying the 3D desktop and the Finder in Ventura, dressed up like Lloyd Bridges. However, there will also be a headset for more immersive uses (or should that be submersive, lol)

It really does look like someone took an existing 3D model of a scuba mask and replaced the front with a reflective glass oval + chrome.

dewme 5737 comments · 10 Years

MacPro said:

My two cents. For working on Macs and iPads, Apple will offer something more like Buddy Holly Glasses. I don't see the average Mac user enjoying the 3D desktop and the Finder in Ventura, dressed up like Lloyd Bridges. However, there will also be a headset for more immersive uses (or should that be submersive, lol)

Nailed it. That brings back some memories. It also reminds me that I need a VR facemask about as much as I need a scuba mask. Still searching for a reason to own one. But then again, I don’t have a swimming pool or an immediate need for the matching Apple Magic Flippers either.