VisionOS: the new Apple Vision operating system

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The Apple Vision Pro are here, and in their first weeks they have achieved enormous popularity. But this device has not only gone viral for being used even in the most absurd places. The true wonder is found within, the new operating system that makes all the incredible features of the Vision Pro possible. Today we will see what its main characteristics are.

This is the new commitment of the company with the bitten apple to bring the future to its users. It is an operating system designed exclusively to take full advantage of the possibilities offered by Vision Pro.. According to the company, it is the first in the world created from scratch for “spatial computing.”

What is Vision OS?

VisionOS has had more than 5 years of development in the hands of Apple to reach us as a revolution in software. Initially introduced as RealtyOS, it was refined by leveraging years of experience creating macOS, iOS, and iPadOS. The result is a system capable of integrating and exploiting the new Apple viewer technologies.

Applications available for VisionOS

The compatibility of this new system with our favorite applications and the willingness to offer us new options are aspects to take into account. Currently, the availability is barely significant, but it continues to grow every day, in the future we will have apps for almost any situation that have the full support of their developers.

One of the main advantages of the Vision Pro is the reproduction of audiovisual material in 3D, anywhere and in a personalized way. For this, the system's compatibility with the best streaming platforms could not be missing. Giants like Apple TV+, Disney+ and HBO Max are available from day one on the Apple viewer.

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Other platforms, such as Amazon Prime Video, Pluto TV, Paramount+ and many minor American services They also have their applications for vision OS. Unfortunately, Netflix only continues to work via the web at the moment, which is disappointing for some.

TikTok has created its own application for the Vision Pro with a modified interface perfectly adapted to the new functions. The popularity of the product has made more platforms interested in optimizing their apps for VisionOS. Some, like YouTube, have already confirmed that they are working on their new version.

Platform Apple Arcade goes so far as to offer an optimized experience, even with some games completely redesigned for the mixed reality space. We can link a Play Station 5 or Xbox Series XS controller to enjoy more than 250 games that are available.

Versions of most of iPad apps, in addition to applications from other developers who are working to expand this catalog. The system has many facilities for creating new applications and functions. The doors are open for greater quantity and variety in the future.

Key benefits and features of VisionOS

Immersive interface

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The system has a three-dimensional interface that allows its user to use the space they are in as a canvas. We can place applications anywhere in our visual space, customize its size and even use multiple windows at the same time. In addition, it is possible to change the environment to see only what we want.

Offers a high-resolution screen that guarantees an immersive and clear experience, with dynamic response to changes in light. This allows us to see the elements around us with great quality, making it very difficult to differentiate the real and virtual environment.

ease of navigation

You can navigate through the interface in a simple and dynamic way, using sight and gestures. The system does not require peripherals or other devices for this function. When you look at a certain object on the screen, it will be marked and you can interact with it using gestures. Besides, Siri can be ordered to perform any command.

Optimized performance

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The operating system is supported by the latest technologies to guarantee maximum fluidity on the screen. The new execution engine allows the better performance with high workloads and allows the simultaneous execution of several 3D apps. Implement the technology foveated rendering that prioritizes obtaining better resolution in the places where the eyes are fixed.

Advanced Facial Recognition

This function is very useful for both social and work environments, since it is capable of recognizing and tagging people in real time. TIt also includes a facial scanning function for creating realistic avatars.

eyesight

The Apple Vision Pro will show three Eyesight views depending on the activity you are doing on the device. When the glasses show your eyes on the front screen, people around you will know that you can see them. If the image of your eyes is dimmed or completely hidden, they will know how immersed you are in virtual reality.

Optical ID

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It is a functionality of this software that, by recognizing the glasses user's iris, makes it easier for them to interact with their device. The unique features of your eyes will make it easier to unlock your device, log into apps, access privacy features, among others.

Frameworks for building applications

Apple announced that developers will have new tools that will make it easier to create applications of various categories. Using the VisionOS Software Kit (SDK) and the new operating system simulator, you will be able to interact and optimize your apps in a simple way.

Virtual keyboard

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By using Apple Vision, we can type without any hardware involved thanks to the amazing virtual keyboard that VisionOS offers. This function is very easy to use since the company seeks to facilitate the experience as much as possible through sounds and visual responses.

VisionOS is far from perfect

Of course it's not all advantages. Many users have failed to adapt to the new operating system or have referred to it as “green.” This means that It still needs to be polished in some aspects such as the sensitivity of its controls and its compatibility. That Apple knows how to manage the evolution of this software will be decisive for the future of the VisionPro.

And that was all, let me know in the comments what you thought of this new Operating System and if you have any questions.


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