# Apple Introduces visionOS 2: An Extensive Upgrade for Vision Pro Users
Apple has officially launched visionOS 2 for its Vision Pro headset, featuring a variety of new functionalities and improvements aimed at enhancing the user experience. This update signifies a major advancement in how users engage with their devices, simplifying and streamlining navigation while adding thrilling new capabilities. Here’s a comprehensive overview of what’s been introduced in visionOS 2.
## New Features in visionOS 2
### Enhanced Navigation
A key highlight of visionOS 2 is a transformative update to navigation. Users can now access the Home View with greater ease through a new gesture: just look down at your palm and tap. This action will promptly direct you to the Home View. Alternatively, flipping your hand and tapping will grant quick access to crucial information regarding your Vision Pro, such as the time, volume, and battery status, before taking you to the Control Center.
### Customizable Home View
visionOS 2 adds the capability to personalize your Home View by rearranging app icons. Users can now enter “jiggle mode” by pinching and holding an app icon, akin to the feature available on iPhones and iPads. Furthermore, iPhone and iPad apps can now be relocated from the Compatible Apps folder directly onto the main Apps View for more accessible navigation.
### Keyboard Passthrough Support
A notable advancement is keyboard passthrough support. This feature enables visionOS 2 to recognize and showcase your Magic Keyboard or MacBook keyboard while you are engaged in a virtual environment, facilitating easier typing and interaction with your device.
### Immersive Spatial Photos
Among the most remarkable new features is the capability to transform any image into an immersive spatial photo. Utilizing sophisticated machine learning, visionOS 2 converts 2D images into spatial photos that offer depth and realism, enabling users to relive special moments in a more captivating manner.
### Improved Guest User Support
visionOS 2 also upgrades Guest User functionality. Now, when a family member, colleague, or friend uses the Vision Pro, their eye and hand data can be retained for up to 30 days, rather than being erased after each session. This enhancement simplifies shared use of the device, allowing multiple users to enjoy their personalized settings.
### Additional Features
Beyond the major updates discussed above, visionOS 2 encompasses several additional features:
– A new Bora Bora environment, following the earlier addition of Lake Vrangla in July.
– Enhanced mouse support for improved workflow capabilities.
– The ability to watch videos in an immersive setting while utilizing Safari, including popular streaming services like YouTube, Netflix, and Amazon.
– Support for pinned tabs in Safari.
– Immersive experiences with panoramic photos while navigating through webpages.
– An updated Travel Mode that now accommodates train travel.
– A “Look to Dictate” feature within the Messages app, permitting users to dictate messages by gazing at the microphone icon.
## More Still to Come
Apple has also hinted at further features for visionOS 2 that are set to launch later this year:
– An ultra-wide screen option for using Mac Virtual Display, equivalent to two 4K monitors side by side.
– Multiview support within the Apple TV app, enabling users to view multiple games concurrently.
– The capability to edit spatial videos using Final Cut Pro.
## Conclusion
Apple Vision Pro users can access visionOS 2 now via the Settings app, unlocking a suite of new features crafted to enrich their experience. With enhanced navigation, customizable options, and immersive functions, visionOS 2 marks a noteworthy progression in the realm of augmented reality and virtual experiences. As Apple continues to innovate, users can eagerly anticipate even more thrilling updates ahead.
