Apple’s Vision Pro mixed reality headset does not provide Find My Location tracking, which makes it harder to locate an iPhone or several other Apple devices if they go missing or are stolen. This limitation was noted in coverage by MacRumors, highlighting a gap in the ecosystem’s theft recovery tools.
Apple has confirmed that the Vision Pro’s location cannot be viewed in the Find My app or on iCloud.com when accessed from another company’s device. Among the Find My features, the headset does offer Activation Lock, a security measure that prevents a thief from erasing or resetting the device without the owner’s Apple ID and password, thereby helping to protect the owner’s data and device identity.
As MacRumors observes, while it’s reassuring that a thief cannot easily wipe the Vision Pro and pair it with a new Apple ID, the lack of location tracking within Find My represents a notable omission for a product with a starting price of $3,499. This reflects a balance between hardening device security and providing end-to-end visibility for ownership recovery.
For many users, Vision Pro will be deployed primarily in home environments, which naturally lowers theft risk. Yet Apple positions the headset for use beyond the home—air travel, offices, and other contexts where the device may be temporarily left unattended. Given its premium price point, the Vision Pro could attract the attention of thieves in public or semi-public settings, making independent location visibility appealing to owners who need rapid, reliable recovery options.
The reasons behind the absence of Find My Location tracking remain unclear. A plausible explanation could lie in the hardware design choices, such as the absence of a built-in battery or GPS module, which would complicate real-time position reporting when the headset is not actively connected to a trusted iPhone or Wi‑Fi network. Apple has not provided a detailed teardown justification, though these components are common enablers of location services in other devices.
For further context, Apple has previously explained how the iris scanner and related authentication features function within Vision Pro, underscoring the emphasis on user verification and secure access. This focus on biometric safeguards complements the Activation Lock and other protections, contributing to a robust, user-centric security posture while introducing trade-offs in remote location visibility and recovery options. (Source attribution: Apple Support)