Key Highlights
- Vision Pro Debuts: US-Only Launch at $3,499
- Spotted in India? User Photos Spark Speculation
- International Release Pending: US ID & Apps Required
Apple’s highly anticipated Vision Pro mixed-reality headset has caused a stir thanks to a photo circulating online, allegedly showing a man wearing the device in Bengaluru, India. However, before you get too excited, there’s a crucial catch.
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Vision Pro: US-Only for Now
Apple launched the Vision Pro on February 2nd, but only in the US. There’s no official word on India availability just yet, and considering the headset’s premium price tag of $3,499 and sold-out status, owning one outside the US presents several challenges.
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The Bengaluru Sighting: What We Know (and Don’t Know)
X (formerly Twitter) user named Ayush Pranav posted a picture online claiming to have spotted someone wearing the Vision Pro in Bengaluru’s Indiranagar neighborhood. The man in the photo, identified as @waitin4agi_, hasn’t confirmed how he acquired the device or where his Apple ID originates.
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Why Buying Abroad Isn’t an Option (Yet)
Even if you managed to buy a Vision Pro outside the US, it wouldn’t function properly. Apple requires a US-based Apple ID and US-purchased apps for full functionality.
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What’s Next?
Apple CEO Tim Cook compared the Vision Pro’s debut to the iPhone and iPod, calling it “like nothing the world has ever seen before.” While the Bengaluru sighting might not be directly linked to an official India launch, it highlights the growing international anticipation for this innovative device.
Apple hasn’t announced a timeline for international availability, but the positive US reception suggests wider expansion could be on the horizon. Stay tuned for official updates to see when the Vision Pro might grace streets outside the US, including those in Bengaluru.
