Did scenekot get any updates this year?
Asked on 07/31/2024
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Yes, SceneKit received updates this year. Specifically, there were advancements in scene understanding, including a new room tracking feature and an update to plane detection. These improvements are designed to help customize experiences based on the room. You can learn more about these updates in the session titled Create enhanced spatial computing experiences with ARKit starting at the "Room tracking" chapter.
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