Apple Unveils visionOS 2.4: Infusing Apple Intelligence into Vision Pro
Apple has officially rolled out visionOS 2.4, a significant enhancement to its spatial computing platform tailored for the Apple Vision Pro. This release is a notable advancement, introducing Apple Intelligence — Apple’s collection of generative AI features — to the Vision Pro for the first time. With this update, Apple is augmenting the functionalities of its most sophisticated wearable device, boosting productivity, creativity, and user engagement within immersive settings.
What Is visionOS?
visionOS serves as the operating system behind the Apple Vision Pro, Apple’s mixed reality headset. Engineered from scratch for spatial computing, visionOS allows users to engage with digital content within a 3D environment through eye tracking, hand gestures, and voice commands. Since its initial launch, Apple has continuously refined the platform with new features and performance improvements.
What’s New in visionOS 2.4?
visionOS 2.4 stands out as one of the richest updates to date. It incorporates Apple Intelligence, Apple’s AI-driven assistant suite, along with various enhancements that boost the Vision Pro’s power and usability.
Here are the main features of visionOS 2.4:
1. Integration of Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence is now accessible on Vision Pro, joining iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices equipped with the A17 Pro or M-series chips. The Vision Pro’s M2 chip and 16GB of RAM make it highly capable of supporting these advanced AI functionalities.
Noteworthy features of Apple Intelligence include:
– Writing Tools: Users can modify, proofread, and condense text across applications such as Mail, Notes, Pages, and other third-party tools.
– Image Playground: A creative resource that produces images in various styles like Animation, Illustration, or Sketch. It’s incorporated in apps like Messages and offered as a separate application.
– Memories in Photos: Users can input a description to create a personalized video narrative. Apple Intelligence curates the optimal photos and videos, organizes them into chapters, and crafts a storyline.
– Clean Up Tool: This feature in the Photos app eliminates distracting background elements while preserving the main subject.
– Siri Upgrades: Users can now engage with Siri by typing and easily alternate between voice and text commands.
– ChatGPT Integration: When Apple Intelligence requires additional support, users have the option to utilize ChatGPT for more extensive replies.
2. Spatial Gallery App
visionOS 2.4 introduces a new application called Spatial Gallery, designed to feature curated spatial photos, videos, and panoramas. This immersive app showcases the Vision Pro’s distinctive abilities in displaying 3D content.
3. New Apple Vision Pro App for iPhone
Apple has concurrently launched a companion app for iPhone that allows users to:
– Discover and queue applications and games for installation
– Manage Vision Pro settings remotely
– Personalize the Guest User experience from either an iPhone or iPad
4. Enhanced Guest User Mode
The Guest User mode has been updated, enabling Vision Pro owners to tailor the guest experience directly from their iPhone or iPad. This feature is particularly beneficial for sharing the device with others while retaining control over access and settings.
What About Siri’s Complete AI Upgrade?
While visionOS 2.4 introduces numerous Apple Intelligence functionalities to the Vision Pro, some eagerly awaited features — including a fully personalized Siri — have been postponed. Apple is anticipated to roll out these enhancements in the forthcoming visionOS 3 update.
Compatibility and Availability
visionOS 2.4 is now accessible to all Apple Vision Pro users. To install the update, users need to navigate to Settings > General > Software Update on their Vision Pro device.
This update coincided with the release of other crucial Apple software updates, including:
– iOS 18.4
– iPadOS 18.4
– macOS 15.4
– watchOS 11.4
– tvOS 18.4
Final Thoughts
visionOS 2.4 represents a groundbreaking update for users of the Apple Vision Pro. By introducing Apple Intelligence to the spatial computing platform, Apple is rebranding the Vision Pro as not only a media consumption device but also a robust tool for productivity and creativity. With additional AI features and visionOS 3 on the horizon, the future of spatial computing promises to be increasingly intelligent.
For both users and developers, this update paves the way for new opportunities in immersive computing, AI-enhanced workflows, and tailored digital experiences.
