Vision OS 2.0 what's new?

What's New in VisionOS 2.0?

VisionOS 2.0 introduces several exciting new features and enhancements that expand the capabilities of spatial computing on Apple Vision Pro. Here are some of the key updates:

1. Enhanced Scene Understanding:

   • Planes Detection: Now detects planes in all orientations, allowing for more versatile anchoring of objects on surfaces.
   • Room Anchors: Introduces the concept of room anchors that consider the user's surroundings on a per-room basis, enabling detection of user movement across rooms.
   • Object Tracking API: Allows attaching content to individual objects found around the user, enabling new dimensions of interactivity.

2. Object Tracking:

   • Known Object Tracking: Apps can now have specific reference objects built into their project that they can detect and track within their viewing area. This feature includes configurable parameters for tuning and optimizing object tracking.

3. Spatial Computing Enhancements:

   • Volumes in SwiftUI: Introduces a new type of SwiftUI scene called a volume, which is great for adding 3D objects and scenes with rich interactions to an app. Users can now resize volumes themselves, enhancing the spatial multitasking experience.

4. HealthKit Integration:

   • Immersive Spaces: Users can enter an immersive space to reflect on their activities, with the surrounding pass-through dimming to provide a sense of separation from the workspace.

5. Guest User Support:

   • Guest User Feature: Allows others to set up and try out Apple Vision Pro while preserving the owner's data and privacy.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the following sessions from WWDC 2024:

• Platforms State of the Union
• Create enhanced spatial computing experiences with ARKit
• Introducing enterprise APIs for visionOS
• Get started with HealthKit in visionOS

These sessions provide a comprehensive overview of the new features and enhancements in VisionOS 2.0.