Apple Vision Pro Has A Measly 2-Hour Runtime Because The External Battery Puck Has A Relatively Small Capacity, According To New Findings

First-time users of the Apple Vision Pro would label the head-mounted wearable as a revolutionary product, but others may not get over the fact that it only remains powered on for two hours with the external battery puck. Apparently, Apple did not incorporate a large capacity inside the puck, suggesting that consumers must spend extra if they want additional runtime.

Apple Vision Pro’s external battery puck is only 6,500mAh, but third-party manufacturers could alleviate this problem

Looking at the press images, it did not appear that the Apple Vision Pro was connected to a large battery puck, but information published on Twitter by @analyst941 suggests that the capacity is only 6,500mAh. Assuming this rumor holds up, Apple may have intentionally used a smaller battery to keep the weight down, as the puck will either be held in the wearer’s hand or pocket.

Even with a 10,000mAh battery, users will immediately notice the puck’s thickness and mass, so while they will get a higher runtime with the headset, the extra weight will cripple their experience. Apple’s goal to use a smaller battery may also have to do with charging customers extra to purchase those pucks separately, opening another revenue stream for the company.

Assuming Vision Pro’s (2hr 🔋) external battery puck has around 6500mAh, a third-party 20,000mAh external battery *theoretically* and *potentially* could provide up to

6 hours of battery life 🔋 (+4)

Even better, a brick of a 40,000mAh could* give 12 hours of life🔋(+10)

🤔

— 149 (@analyst941) June 7, 2023

At this stage, it is unclear if Apple will allow third-party manufacturers to launch external battery pucks for the Apple Vision Pro, but those accessories will not just carry extra juice, but they will also be cheaper than what the company will charge you from its store. One solution to this problem is that the AR headset can be used all day while connected to a power outlet, but we are confident that potential buyers do not want to sit in a single position all day.

Aside from possibly charging customers for external batteries, Apple could also ask them to pay for prescription lenses and a bigger headband. This means that the overall total might exceed the $3,499 amount, and many might not be willing to fork over that much.

News Source: @analyst941

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