Apple’s rumored VR headset wasn’t mentioned at today’s “California Streaming” event, but we did learn some important details about the rumored product.
Little is known about the experimental device, but according to The Elec, Apple’s upcoming VR headset could feature a “micro OLED” display boasting 3,000 pixels per inch.
Domestic media outlet The Elec reported that the company requested a sample of Fine Metal Mask (FMM) from the domestic company APS Holdings.
According to The Elec, Apple will test FMM samples to determine if they are suitable for use in mass production of VR headsets. FMM is a metallic substrate used to deposit RGB organic materials and form pixels in OLED displays.
APS Holdings’ panels are also RGB panels, unlike the white panels commonly used in OLED displays. This means no color filters are needed. Micro OLED screens also have some advantages, such as offering pixel sizes ranging from 4 to 20 micrometers compared to 40 to 300 micrometers for standard OLED panels.
Micro OLED displays also have faster response times, making them better suited for VR and augmented reality (AR) platforms.
Renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo also claimed that the micro OLED display will “enable transparent AR experiences” rather than standard VR experiences. It has also been reported that Apple may offer a thin and light chassis for the VR headset compared to the phone-sized displays currently used in VR headsets.
Rumor has it that Apple’s VR headset could reportedly launch in 2022 with an initial price of $3,000.
It is important to note that all of the above information is based on speculation. We look forward to continuing to learn more as product development progresses further.