Residents in China are showing great interest in the Apple Vision Pro ahead of its official launch in the country. According to the South China Morning Post, individuals are eager to experience the device and are even resorting to renting it from third-party vendors. Advertisements offering rentals for Apple's mixed reality headset, priced at $3,500 in the US, have been spotted on various Chinese platforms such as Alibaba Group Holding's Xianyu and Zhuan Zhuan.
Rental rates for the Apple Vision Pro in China range from approximately $13.62 (98 yuan) per hour to about $208 (1500 yuan) per day. Some rental listings require a deposit of at least $4,168 (30,000 yuan), while others provide the option to purchase the device after use. The source of these Apple Vision Pro units available for rent in China remains unclear.