Apple Preps 'Most Sophisticated Sales Pitch Ever' For Vision Pro Debut On Feb. 2 With Demo Lasting 25 Minutes, Says Gurman, While Highlighting One Key Issue
Portfolio Pulse from Shanthi Rexaline
Apple Inc. (AAPL) is set to release its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset on Feb. 2, with preorders starting Jan. 19. Priced at $3,499, the headset faces marketing challenges due to its limited battery life, unwieldy design, and lack of a 'killer app.' Apple has prepared an extensive sales pitch, including a 25-minute demo and training for employees. The demos will involve a detailed fitting process and showcase various features and third-party apps. Despite initial interest, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman anticipates demand may taper off due to the product's high price and cumbersome nature, though it could lay the groundwork for future success.
January 14, 2024 | 6:19 pm
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Apple's upcoming Vision Pro headset launch is a significant event, but concerns about its high price and design may limit its market appeal, potentially affecting short-term stock performance.
The release of a new Apple product typically generates significant interest and can have a positive impact on the stock price. However, the concerns raised by Gurman about the high price and potential issues with the product's design and battery life could temper investor enthusiasm. The initial surge in sales from early adopters may not be sustainable if mainstream consumers find the product too expensive or cumbersome, which could lead to a neutral or slightly negative short-term impact on AAPL's stock price.
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