The future of Apple’s augmented reality (AR) plans is coming into focus, with a cheaper Vision model on the horizon, a Pro 2 sequel in the works, and glasses that are, well, still a ways off. Let’s break down what we know and what it means for Apple’s AR aspirations. Apple is shelving plans for a next-gen high-end Vision Pro to focus on a more affordable version set to arrive by the end of 2025. This cheaper model could slash hundreds off the price of the current $3,499 Vision Pro. It’s a strategic move to make AR more accessible, but we’re still waiting on concrete pricing and feature details. Vision Pro 2: Bigger, better, and further away Mark Gurman, Bloomberg’s resident Apple insider, reports that Vision Pro 2 won’t land until the end of 2026. That’s a long wait, but the sequel is rumored to bring improvements and potentially a lower price. One sketchy rumor even suggests it could be half the price of the original, but take that with a grain of salt for now. The elusive Apple glasses Image: KnowTechie Remember those sleek Apple AR glasses we’ve been hearing about for years? They’re still coming, but not anytime soon. Think several years, not months. The tech is clearly challenging, and Apple wants to get it right. When they do finally arrive, the glasses will bring info from your phone to your face, but we’re still in the dark on specifics. The bigger picture Apple’s AR strategy is all…Apple’s vision of the future is cheaper, accessible, and wired