ProNotes: R2 chip for the next AVP

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Vision ProFiles

Marty Jencius and Eric Bolden

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Join Marty Jencius and Eric Bolden on 'Vision ProFiles,' a podcast featuring a rotating cast and special guests as we explore Apple Vision Pro. Each episode features user stories, VisionOS updates, top apps, and discussions with developers about their creative processes and productivity enhancements. The Vision ProFiles podcast delivers concise, engaging content to keep you updated on Apple Vision Pro in a fun, accessible format.

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ProNotes: R2 chip for the next AVP

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1 month ago

ProNotes: R2 chip for the next AVP

Apple Vision Pro rumored to leverage cutting-edge 2nm process with new R2 chip

https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/09/18/apple-vision-pro-rumored-to-leverage-cutting-edge-2nm-process-with-new-r2-chip

Apple is reportedly preparing a new R2 co-processor for a future Vision Pro model, built on TSMC’s 2nm process. This would be a first for Apple’s headset line, positioning Vision Pro as a showcase for Apple’s most advanced silicon. The R2 chip is expected to deliver significant improvements in latency, thermal efficiency, and overall performance.

Why it matters

Performance leap: The R2’s move to 2nm could allow smoother passthrough, faster sensor fusion, and better hand/eye tracking stability.
Battery & heat: Improved performance-per-watt means cooler operation and extended battery life—key factors for headset comfort.
Ecosystem signal: Apple investing its most advanced chip process in Vision Pro underscores long-term commitment to spatial computing.

Key details

Current baseline: Vision Pro pairs an M2 for apps with an R1 for real-time sensor data. The R1 delivers ~12ms photon-to-photon latency.
Next-gen rumor: R2 would supersede R1, likely debuting around 2026, with a 2nm fabrication node.

What’s new for users & developers

For users: Potentially longer wear sessions with less heat and jitter, moving Vision Pro beyond demo use into all-day practicality.
For developers: More compute headroom for richer apps, higher fidelity passthrough, and expanded spatial workflows.
For the ecosystem: If Vision Pro becomes the platform where Apple debuts its most advanced silicon, refresh cycles may accelerate.

Industry context

Apple’s silicon play: Historically, Apple has reserved new process nodes for iPhone or Mac chips. Shifting that to Vision Pro signals strategic priority.
Timeline watch: Analysts expect R2 to arrive in 2026 hardware, though specifics on product naming (Vision Pro 2 vs. refresh) remain unclear.

The R2 chip could unlock comfort and practicality for extended wear, making Vision Pro more than a short-session device.

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