{"id":241961,"date":"2025-10-21T21:35:18","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T21:35:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/241961\/"},"modified":"2025-10-21T21:35:18","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T21:35:18","slug":"hands-on-dual-knit-band-can-make-your-old-apple-vision-pro-feel-new-and-improved","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/241961\/","title":{"rendered":"Hands-on: Dual\u00a0Knit Band can make your old Apple Vision Pro feel new and improved"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Curious about the new M5 Apple Vision Pro? Chance Miller spent the last week with the upgraded hardware, including the new strap, which you can read about in his review<\/a> for 9to5Mac.<\/p>\n

Separately, I\u2019ve spent the last few hours using my M2 Apple Vision Pro with the Dual\u00a0Knit Band, which you can purchase separately from Apple for your existing Apple Vision Pro.<\/p>\n

Because Dual Knit Band impressions made up a lot of our Apple Vision Pro (M5) review<\/a>, I\u2019ll keep this piece brief. I do want to share a few thoughts, though, since Apple provided a sample for testing.<\/p>\n

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Like Apple\u2019s two other bands, the new solution comes in three sizes: small, medium, and large. You can find your size with the Apple Store app for iPhone and iPad.<\/p>\n

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Both the size of the box and amount of paperwork with images stands out to me. Remember, the iPhone 17 Pro basically includes a single piece of paper barely bigger than a Post-It note that tells you about eSIM. Apple products seem to lose the paperwork over time, but it feels nice when it\u2019s there.<\/p>\n

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Anyway, my immediate first thought after picking the strap up is \u201cwhoa, this is heavy.\u201d That\u2019s by design, of course, as the new strap includes tungsten meant to provide a counterweight to the headset itself. These weights are only included in the rear portion of the strap and not the piece that goes over the top of your head.<\/p>\n

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You may recall ResMed making its own Apple Vision Pro strap<\/a> sold by Apple that similarly included counterweights for a more balanced feel during use. In that product, six different removable weights attach to the strap by velcro, allowing you to customize the weight distribution based on comfort. <\/p>\n

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Apple\u2019s Dual Knit Band is easier on the eyes than the ResMed solution, and it probably strikes the right balance for more Apple Vision Pro customers. <\/p>\n

The new Dual Knit Band is the right default solution, and it\u2019s engineered quite well with its single dial for adjusting back and top strap tightness. Initially, I set the rear strap at around the same setting as the Solo Knit Band, then popped out the dial to set the top strap tightness. I realized, though, that tightening up the top strap then allows you to loosen up the rear strap. This is where the promised comfort is unlocked, in my experience.<\/p>\n

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For me, however, I fall into the camp, fortunately I think, that finds the Solo Knit Band to be plenty adequate. I say fortunately because I also just think it looks better. Like we\u2019re learning<\/a> with AirPods Pro 3<\/a>, comfort and fit wildly vary from person to person. Maybe it\u2019s the size of my giant melon that makes the Solo Knit Band work well for me. True story: one-size-fits-all hats almost never fit me. <\/p>\n

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The new Dual Knit Band is the closest thing to a one-size-fits-all strap for Apple Vision Pro \u2014 at least without appearing as sterile as the Apple Watch band-like Dual Loop Band. Apple still sells it, although small and medium are no longer available<\/a>. <\/p>\n

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For me, I\u2019m happy to have and use the Solo Knit Band<\/a> that came with the M2 Apple Vision Pro. Apple sells it separately for $99, but I wouldn\u2019t suggest anyone buy it as a standalone purchase. Still, the option exists. Ideally, band choice would be part of the purchasing process, you know, like selecting a mouse or trackpad with an iMac or any band with an Apple Watch.<\/p>\n

If the Solo Knit Band didn\u2019t exist and I didn\u2019t already have it, I\u2019d be perfectly happy with the Dual Knit Band. I just think the Solo Knit Band looks cooler, and comfort just hasn\u2019t been an issue for me.<\/p>\n

Fit isn\u2019t just a preference though. For example, before now, my daughter has only used the Dual Loop Band without issue. Meanwhile, my son can only use the ResMed band. Neither have tried the Dual Knit Band yet, but I suspect it might work for both of them.<\/p>\n

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For anyone disappointed in the lack of an Apple Vision Pro trade-in program, the Dual Knit Band<\/a> might breathe new life into your M2 Apple Vision Pro. You\u2019ll just miss out on the improved performance, sharper text, and longer battery life<\/a> that comes with the M5 Apple Vision Pro.<\/p>\n

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