Apple Vision OS 2.2 Beta: What You Need to Know about the Latest Update.

Apple just pushed out the Apple Vision OS 2.2 beta for developers, which adds several features aimed at improving the experience on the Apple Vision Pro. The most exciting addition here is the new “Wide” and “Ultrawide” Mac Virtual Display options that give users options for a more immersive and flexible workspace experience. So, what does Vision OS 2.2 have to offer, how does it change the Apple Vision Pro experience, and what can users expect by the time the full thing is out? Here, we delve into that.

What’s New in Apple Vision OS 2.2 Beta?

Apple Vision OS 2.2 beta adds new features like Wide and Ultrawide display settings for Mac Virtual Display. Wide Display increases your screen width even more than what you’d use with the Default setting. It gives you that additional spacing if you multi-task on it, you will feel this device is not cramped. Ultrawide Display is equivalent to two large 4K displays side-by-side It allows for an even bigger work area which is great if you have multiple windows or tools open at once. These configurations supercharge the Apple Vision Pro for professional productivity and offer a more monitor-like experience.

The new Apple Vision Pro has improved the sound quality. In older versions, the sound came from your connected Mac computer. But now, with version 2.2 of Vision OS, the sound plays directly through the Apple Vision Pro’s speakers. This makes the listening experience much better. This change improves sound quality and stops problems like delays between what you see and hear. It also helps you avoid distractions from sounds coming from other devices. Whether you’re watching a video, having a video call, or listening to music while working, the new audio system gives you a smoother and more enjoyable experience.

At the WWDC conference, Apple promised that Vision OS would improve the display quality of the Vision Pro. The new update, Vision OS 2.2 beta, makes this promise a reality. Mac Virtual Display, the screen looks sharper and clearer. This means text and images are easier to read and see. This improvement is especially noticeable in Ultrawide mode. Normally, having a larger screen can make images less sharp. But with Vision OS 2.2, you get a big and clear virtual workspace, making the Vision Pro more user-friendly and visually appealing.

At the moment, Apple Vision OS 2.2 beta is only available to developers, so it’s not accessible to the average user just yet. Now a beta just days into a major update is par for the course for Apple, allowing developers to get their hands on new features, as well as a chance to provide feedback before it reaches the public. The complete version should be released in December 2024, enabling Apple Vision Pro consumers to operate these new features. The Wide and Ultrawide display settings in Vision OS 2.2 require the user to have the macOS Sequoia 15.2 beta running on the connected Mac. It ensures that all components can function together seamlessly, resulting in a better experience overall.

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