SAN FRANCISCO, June 10 (Xinhua) -- Apple on Monday previewed visionOS 2, a major update to Apple Vision Pro with new spatial computing experiences.
With more than 2,000 spatial apps designed for Apple Vision Pro and more than 1.5 million compatible iOS and iPadOS apps, visionOS 2 enables developers to take further advantage of spatial computing with new tools and makes it easier to create all-new app experiences that are more volumetric and shareable, the company said.
"Apple Vision Pro delivers revolutionary experiences for users and developers, and we're excited to advance spatial computing even further with visionOS 2 just months after its initial release," said Mike Rockwell, Apple's vice president of the Vision Products Group.
"From navigating visionOS more seamlessly to pushing the boundaries of how users connect with memories, and enhancements to key Vision Pro apps ... with a robust set of tools that enable developers to create richer spatial apps, visionOS 2 makes Vision Pro even more powerful," he added.
The visionOS uses advanced machine learning to transform a 2D image into a spatial photo on Vision Pro. Users can share their spatial photos with others to view on Vision Pro.
An update to Final Cut Pro will enable creators to edit spatial videos on their Mac, and with the Vimeo app designed for Vision Pro, users can upload and share spatial videos for others to discover and enjoy, according to Apple.
The visionOS also introduced a spatial interface that users control with their eyes, hands, and voice.
Later this year, Mac Virtual Display will feature a higher resolution and larger size, creating an ultra-wide display that is equivalent to two 4K monitors side by side, the company said.
The visionOS 2 includes new APIs and frameworks that help developers more easily create apps and games that are more volumetric and introduce new shareable experiences.
"New tools in visionOS 2 enable developers to extend capabilities in the healthcare, manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and other industries," Apple said.
Apple also announced that Apple Vision Pro will expand to new countries and regions, with pre-orders for Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore beginning June 13, and availability beginning June 28. Customers in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom can pre-order Vision Pro beginning June 28, with availability beginning July 12. ■