Apple has rolled out the first beta of visionOS 2.2 for developers, bringing new “Wide” and “Ultrawide” display modes to the Vision Pro headset’s Mac Virtual Display feature. This feature lets Vision Pro users connect the headset as an external Mac display, a functionality that’s been available since visionOS debuted earlier this year. The update enhances this feature, offering a more expansive workspace experience within the virtual environment.
The newly added “Ultrawide” mode provides users with a workspace equivalent to two 4K monitors placed side-by-side. Apple’s goal with this mode is to simulate a large dual-monitor setup, giving professionals more screen real estate to organize and view their applications and documents. The immersive nature of the Vision Pro, combined with Ultrawide mode, is likely to be especially useful for tasks requiring multiple open windows, such as video editing, coding, and graphic design.
With this update, the Mac Virtual Display feature now offers three display sizes: Normal, Wide, and Ultrawide, giving users greater flexibility in customizing their virtual desktop. This range of options allows users to adapt their virtual workspace according to their needs, from a standard single display to a sprawling setup suited to more intensive tasks. The flexibility of these display sizes is expected to increase Vision Pro’s appeal among productivity-focused users.
visionOS 2.2 is set for public release in December, likely in tandem with other major updates such as iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2, watchOS 11.2, and tvOS 18.2. Currently, there is no public beta for visionOS, so the initial testing and feedback are limited to developers. As Apple continues refining visionOS, these updates hint at an ongoing focus on enhancing Vision Pro’s professional applications and user customization.
