Photos app gets 3D conversion, Spatial Photos support (iPhone 16)

2D photos can now be converted to photos with a stereoscopic depth effect. This can be done individually or for a large number of photos (batch conversion). Apple Vision Pro offers a similar feature, while Meta Quest does not support it at all. Spatial photos and videos taken with iPhone 16 can now be viewed in the headset, all with improved image quality thanks to multi-frame noise reduction. Meta Quest only supports spatial video playback. New tool: Performance Tuner

The Performance Tuner copies the concept of the Quest Games Optimizer and allows users to set performance parameters (resolution, frame rate, CPU level, GPU level, fixed-focus rendering) for individual apps for an optimal gaming experience. The tool can be found in Settings > Developer.

On Meta Quest, third-party applications such as the Quest Games Optimizer, SideQuest or the manual input of ADB commands are required for the same function.

Spatial video recordings

You can now record content in spatial video format with the headset and view it as spatial video in the photo gallery.

Improved Pico Connect

Pico’s PC VR app now supports frame interpolation, which improves streaming performance on mid-range and low-end PCs.

More flexibility in window management

The distance and position of application windows can now be freely adjusted.

The lying down mode now also has a shortcut in the Control Center, making it easier to toggle it on and off. In Meta Quest, this requires clicking through several menus.

Handtracking-only mode

According to Pico, the new interaction mode provides a “controller-free experience”. You can switch between the different interaction modes at any time in the Control Center.

Improved motion tracker

The algorithm has been optimized to improve stability in sitting and lying positions. The update also increases the tracking update frequency, resulting in more accurate and smoother display of complex movements.