vision os

VisionOS is a platform designed by Apple to create immersive and spatial computing experiences. It places people at the center of the experience, ensuring interactions are comfortable and apps are delightful with a high bar of quality and attention to detail. VisionOS opens a world of possibilities for developers, encouraging them to find their app's "key moment" that is optimized for this platform.

Some key features and capabilities of VisionOS include:

• Immersive Spaces: VisionOS allows users to enter immersive spaces where other apps are hidden, and the surrounding pass-through dims to provide a sense of separation from the workspace. This is particularly useful for apps like mindfulness or reflection, as seen in the HealthKit integration on VisionOS.

• Spatial Computing: Developers can recompile their existing iOS or iPadOS apps to run on VisionOS and extend them for spatial computing. This provides incredible opportunities for creating spatial apps that leverage the unique capabilities of VisionOS.

• Interactive Experiences: VisionOS supports interactive experiences where windows and volumes are automatically positioned in space. Developers can use features like scene understanding, head position, and room anchors to create engaging and interactive content.

• Rendering Technologies: VisionOS supports 3D rendering with frameworks like RealityKit and Metal, allowing developers to create volumetric content and enhance the visual experience with stereoscopy and other advanced rendering techniques.

• Device Management: VisionOS 1.1 supports device enrollment and user enrollment, making it easier for IT teams to manage Vision Pro devices using familiar device management infrastructure.

For more detailed insights, you can explore sessions like Design great visionOS apps and Get started with HealthKit in visionOS.