VisionOS – A New Era of Augmented Reality
In a groundbreaking move, Apple has officially announced VisionOS, a revolutionary operating system specifically designed to power its highly anticipated Vision Pro headset. Built from the ground up, VisionOS is set to redefine spatial computing, pushing the boundaries of digital integration with the real world.
During the Worldwide Developers Conference 2023, Apple delighted audiences by showcasing the capabilities of VisionOS. The operating system focuses on seamlessly overlaying digital elements onto the physical world. Captivating videos demonstrated novel features such as floating icons and windows harmoniously integrated into real-world spaces. Apple’s Vision Pro, a remarkable augmented reality headset, bridges the gap between the tangible and the digital with unparalleled finesse. Resembling a sleek pair of high-tech ski goggles, it boasts a detachable battery and offers intuitive control through eye, hand, and voice commands. Priced at $3,499, the headset is slated for an early release next year, starting in the US market with plans for global expansion.
Apple's VisionPro starts at $3,499 & is available in early 2024. Thoughts? pic.twitter.com/Sbij1j3MaH
— Sawyer Merritt (@SawyerMerritt) June 5, 2023
Vision Pro – A Gateway to Infinite Realities
Positioned primarily as an AR device, Vision Pro seamlessly transitions between augmented and full virtual reality through a simple dial mechanism. Free from handheld controllers, users navigate through rows of app icons using gaze control. Selections are made through touch gestures and swiping, while voice commands add an additional layer of convenience. Furthermore, the headset supports Bluetooth accessories, including the Magic Keyboard and Magic Trackpad, allowing users to connect their Mac for an immersive computing experience. Downward-facing cameras capture hand movements, even if they rest at one’s side, ensuring precise tracking. Discover these and other captivating visuals in the accompanying gallery.
StandBy – iPhone’s Intelligent Sidekick
As part of iOS 17, Apple introduces StandBy, a cutting-edge feature that transforms the iPhone into a smart display when docked sideways. The announcement of this ingenious addition took center stage at WWDC 2023, highlighting its seamless integration into users’ daily routines.
StandBy, activated automatically when the iPhone is charging in a horizontal position, serves as an elegant and easily viewable display. With customizable watch faces, users can effortlessly check the time, access Apple Home controls, view weather updates, manage music playback, monitor app usage, and more, all from a distance. During nighttime hours, StandBy intelligently adjusts the screen to low-light conditions, adopting a soothing red hue to ensure a disturbance-free experience.
Apple assures users that StandBy will provide timely information at a glance, such as displaying your agenda just before an important meeting. Additionally, it offers hands-free Siri interaction, effectively transforming the iPhone into a smart speaker. Users can now seamlessly command Siri to play music, mimicking the experience of using a HomePod. On StandBy, the phone presents visual results to complement the voice assistant’s responses.
Embark on a transformative journey into the world of spatial computing with Apple’s VisionOS and the Vision Pro headset. Simultaneously, embrace the convenience and versatility of StandBy, which elevates the iPhone to new heights of functionality. Apple continues to push boundaries, blurring the line between reality and imagination, and revolutionizing the way we engage with technology.
近期與投資人討論2023 WWDC的重點：
— 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) June 4, 2023
1. 若Apple AR/MR頭戴裝置發布成功，將對3D交互設計與3D電腦圖像帶來巨大影響 (猶如ChatGPT對AI/AIGC)。
2. 長期而言，Apple AR/MR頭戴裝置的成功關鍵因素在於能否與AI/AIGC高度整合。
3. 投資人近期對Apple何時推出類似ChatGPT服務的關注度，高於Apple…