When Did visionOS Come Out?

Apple first introduced the Vision Pro operating system on June 5 atWWDC2023.

Rumors initially called it xrOS and realityOS, but its final name is visionOS.

visionOS apps superimposed on a bedroom

It came out along with the Vision Pro in February 2024.

visionOS Price

visionOS is free, available to Apple Vision Pro users.

visionOS Features

visionOS is similar to Apple’s other operating systems, like iOS and iPadOS.

person dragging an image between two apps on visionOS

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The main distinction, of course, is that it’s designed specifically for a headset.

This difference makes interacting with apps fundamentally different.

This is where all your Apple Vision Pro apps are located.

person using Apple Vision Pro with a Mac in a bedroom

A dedicated visionOS App Store is how you’ll download compatible apps and other content.

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The overall setup is similar to what we’re all used to on our smartphones.

you could also bring a single app into focus that takes up the whole space.

person wearing Apple Vision Pro to view a panorama

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This is a physical button on Apple Vision Pro that you could twist to switch betweenARandVR.

Instead of being present in the room, you’re transported to a purely virtual landscape Apple calls Environments.

In fact, an original display isn’t even necessary.

Without a screen to touch, Apple has designed new ways to open and use apps.