Apple's first-gen Vision Pro handsets had shocked most consumers for their poor value for money, offering only limited utility for ~$3,500.

Now, it seems even Apple does not want those headsets back.

Apple confirms no trade-ins for first-gen Vision Pro headsets

While announcing the in-store availability of its new M5 iPad Pro and 14-inch MacBook Pro , Apple noted in the fine-print:

"Apple Vision Pro is not eligible for trade-in. Customers can trade in an eligible product and apply the trade-in value toward the purchase of a qualifying new device or added to an Apple Gift Card."

This is a bizarre policy on the part of Apple. After all, if it wants to develop the Vision Pro ecosystem, it should provide consumers the certainty of an implied price floor by allowing trade-ins.

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