visionOS

VisionOS is a significant focus at Apple's WWDC, offering a new platform for developers to create immersive and spatial computing experiences. Here are some key highlights from the sessions related to visionOS:

1. Bringing iOS or iPadOS Games to visionOS: Developers can convert their existing iOS games to visionOS by using the visionOS SDK. This involves compiling the app for Apple Vision and potentially addressing some compilation errors. The session also discusses rendering options, such as using a CMTL layer or a low-level texture API for better control. Bring your iOS or iPadOS game to visionOS.

2. HealthKit in visionOS: This session explores how visionOS can enhance health-related apps by providing immersive experiences. It also introduces the Guest User feature, which allows others to try out Apple Vision Pro while preserving the owner's data and privacy. Get started with HealthKit in visionOS.

3. Designing Great visionOS Apps: Developers are encouraged to find a "key moment" in their apps that is optimized for visionOS, focusing on creating immersive and comfortable user experiences. The session provides strategies for building spatial solutions. Design great visionOS apps.

4. Platforms State of the Union: This session highlights the integration of visionOS with existing Apple platforms, leveraging frameworks like SwiftUI, RealityKit, and ARKit to create spatial apps. It emphasizes the opportunities for developers in spatial computing. Platforms State of the Union.

5. Game Input in visionOS: The session discusses the flexibility in designing game inputs for visionOS, including gesture-based controls and support for physical input devices. It highlights the importance of designing around gestures for intuitive gameplay. Explore game input in visionOS.

These sessions provide a comprehensive overview of how developers can leverage visionOS to create innovative and immersive applications.