Ming-Chi Kuo has released new information about the Apple VR headset (via MacRumors) This time, Apple analysts predict that the headset will have 15 optical camera modules

Apparently, eight of these 15 modules will be used for see-through augmented reality features, and another six will be used for "innovative biometric identification" The last lens will be used for "environmental detection"

Kuo has already spoken about Apple's mixed reality headset this week He corroborated earlier reports that the headset will be designed as a precursor to the augmented reality Apple Glasses and is expected to appear in mid-2022 He also predicted that it would cost $1,000, significantly less than the previously rumored $3,000

We knew that augmented reality would have a presence in Apple's headset But Kuo's latest research note gives us a better idea of how it might work

The eight cameras for the see-through feature mean that you can see the world outside the headset very clearly This means that there is plenty of room to enjoy any augmented reality feature even with the goggles on

Kuo believes that the headset will be "significantly lighter" than VR headsets on the market and probably won't be as bulky as the Oculus Quest 2 Kuo himself claims that Apple is aiming to keep the headset's weight down to 100-200 grams (35-7 ounces)

The only question is what Kuo calls "innovative biometrics" Based on what we've heard so far about Apple's mixed reality headset, we can only assume that these six lenses will serve to track your body movements This would presumably include your hands, which would allow you to interact with virtual objects without the need for a controller

We have heard reports that body tracking is one of the main features of the headset, and an optical camera lens is one way to accomplish this Whether it will work in conjunction with another array of sensors is unknown However, there are rumors that Apple's headset will have external LiDAR sensors, and it would make sense for Apple to utilize them in new and useful ways

At least the "environment detection" camera lens is fairly self-explanatory, since it would only prevent you from bumping into things

In any case, Apple's mixed reality headset, which will reportedly have all these cameras and sensors, looks like it could be the most advanced wearable ever