Apple’s WWDC ’24 took off with a bang on June 10, 2024, featuring skydiving stunts and Tim Cook’s iconic rooftop address at Infinite Loop. I caught the keynote from my Apple Vision Pro, which was a spectacular experience.
If you missed the keynote from Apple’s World Wide Developer Conference, affectionately known as Dub Dub, here’s a concise rundown:
Photos and Videos
- Introducing spatial photo creation
- AVP-enabled video trimming capabilities
- SharePlay now supports photo sharing
- Spatial video editing in Final Cut Pro
- New cinematic view for Safari video playback
- Multi-view display options for Apple TV, perfect for sports enthusiasts
Usability
- Travel Mode tailored for train commuters
- New home screen gestures: flip your wrist to summon Home View and Control Center
- Enhanced home screen customization akin to iPhone and Mac
- Virtual Display enhancements including a panoramic curved monitor
- Mouse support for greater interaction
- Volumetric APIs and Enterprise APIs (yes, front camera access!)
- TableTop Kit for immersive, surface-locked experiences
- Health Kit integration featuring breathing detection
Apps
- AVP-specific enhancements across apps, including mindfulness and Safari
- Apple Music updates for enhanced user experience
Other Announcements
- Improved Guest support with setup saving capabilities
- New virtual environments, including the exotic Bora Bora
- Enhanced skin tone options for Personas
- AirPlay integration across platforms
- Enhanced dictation capabilities for messaging
Here’s the link to the announcements and Apple’s press release.
Stay tuned as Apple continues to push boundaries with Vision OS 2, bringing innovation and seamless integration into every aspect of your digital life. For more updates and insights into the future of technology, keep following this blog!
