Latest Updates on Apple Vision Pro's Upcoming Version 26: Insights Gathered So Far
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This year at WWDC, Apple is pulling out all the stops to innovate their product lineup. And let's be honest, the murky waters that surround the Apple Vision Pro are about to be shaken up.
First off, the long-awaited naming convention revolution. The secret is out: Instead of version 3 for visionOS, we'll be seeing version 26 at the big show. And with Bloomberg's report whispering “feature-packed,” trtexture visionOS 26 is no joke.
Let's take a stroll down memory lane on the evolution of the Vision Pro headset. Rejoice, because in previous versions like visionOS 2.4, we've seen the addition of features like Apple Intelligence and an array of immersive experiences (like "Bono: Stories of Surrender" tailored specifically for the Vision Pro).
But there's more juice flowing in the tech veins, and whatever's up Apple's sleeve for the next version of visionOS could be the perfect foreshadow of upcoming tech, like the Vision Pro 2 and the elusive Apple Glasses.
So buckle up and check out what's in store for visionOS 26:
prediction for visionOS 26 release date
Set your calendars! visionOS 26 will likely be announced at Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference, taking place from June 9 to June 13.
Seeing how visionOS 26 hasn't made an official appearance yet, the release date remains a mystery until it's debuted on the big stage. Since visionOS 2 made its premiere in September, we can expect the gripping drama to unfold around the same time for visionOS 26.
On a positive note, it's not too far-fetched to expect a visionOS 26 developer beta to surface around July.
visionOS 26: redesigned user interface
Since launching, visionOS on the Vision Pro has been known to keep that Apple aesthetic, like a splash of macOS, iPadOS, and iOS. But that may all change since rumors swirl that Apple will put its designer hat on and deliver a major interface overhaul — one that may arguably have a domino effect across Apple devices in the ecosystem.
MacRumors suggests that visionOS 26 will introduce some minor tweaks to its user interface, including cleaner, sleeker navigation with a new coat of paint.
And if that's not enough, iOS 26 is reporting to get a massive UI redesign, following the codename "Solarium." Mark Gurman from Bloomberg indicates that this design update will bring consistency and unification across the ecosystem, meaning we may witness more translucent backgrounds and circular app icons.
visionOS Gaming app
Gamers unite! The Vision Pro may be home to a plethora of VR/AR games, but let's face it, it hasn't made much headway like the Meta Quest 3. That may soon change, as there's word of a new dedicated gaming app on the horizon.
According to whispers, this app will be a multi-platform app across all Apple devices, blowing the dust off the old Game Center service and making Apple Arcade titles and third-party games via the App Store more accessible.
There's talk of a push from Apple to dive deeper into gaming, and with rumors of their Gaming app looking to rival Xbox last year, it appears this will be the case, seeing how visionOS 26 is expected to elevate the gaming potential of the Vision Pro.
visionOS 26: PSVR 2 controller support
According to a report from 9to5Mac, support for PSVR 2's Sense controllers may be making its way to the Vision Pro headset. This move could bring a whole new realm of gameplay to the headset, as for now it only relies on hand tracking or Bluetooth gamepad support, like the PlayStation DualSense or Xbox controller.
Eye-Scrolling Feature
It's been whispered by Bloomberg that a tantalizing eye-scrolling feature is incoming for the Vision Pro. This feature would bring eye-tracking support to a new level, allowing for users to scroll effortlessly by simply glancing up or down.
This feature is expected to debut in Apple's own apps, but developers will have access to an API toolkit to integrate it into third-party apps as well.
Apple Intelligence
visionOS 2.4 brought many Apple Intelligence features to the Vision Pro, like Writing Tools for suggestions and rewrites and Smart Reply. But with visionOS 26, we hope to see more personalization with a potentially enhanced Siri, third-party AI integration, and the use of AI in a plethora of applications.
Since visionOS 26 hasn't officially been announced, the specific details are sparse. But with the latest updates focusing on unified integration across Apple's ecosystem, there's a likely chance that updates for AI coming to iOS 26 will also apply to visionOS 26.
Accessibility Upgrades
On a positive note, Apple announced a slew of accessibility upgrades for visionOS 26 during its event in March, including Braille Access, Accessibility Reader, Enhanced View, and improved eye tracking.
Stick around as we bring you all the exclusive tidbits and juicy gossip from WWDC 2025!
- With the announcement of a major interface overhaul anticipated for visionOS 26, there's speculation that Apple will bring consistency and unification across their devices, possibly introducing translucent backgrounds and circular app icons in iOS 26 as well.
- Excitement is brewing for the release of a new gaming app for the Vision Pro, rumored to be a multi-platform app that will make Apple Arcade titles and third-party games via the App Store more accessible, potentially elevating the gaming potential of the Vision Pro.
