Apple's latest innovation -- the Vision Pro headset -- is set to revolutionize the way we interact with the world around us. Powered by the visionOS operating system, the headset introduces a groundbreaking feature known as "Visual Search." This feature, reminiscent of the Visual Lookup function on Apple's iPhone and iPad, takes user interaction to an entirely new level.

The Vision Pro headset, equipped with Visual Search, offers users a plethora of functionalities. It enables users to gather information about objects, interact with text in their environment, and even copy and paste printed text from the physical world into digital applications. But that's not all. The headset also boasts a translation feature, capable of translating text between 17 different languages.

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The Visual Search feature is designed to interact with real-world text, including contact information, webpages, unit conversions, and more. This interaction is facilitated through the visionOS operating system. For instance, if a user comes across a printed handout with a website link, they can scan the link using the Vision Pro headset. This action will open a Safari window, allowing the user to view the website directly. Similarly, if a recipe uses measurements in grams and the user needs the equivalent in ounces, the headset can perform the conversion.

The real-time text translation feature of the Vision Pro headset is another noteworthy aspect. This feature will be particularly useful for travelers or anyone who needs to quickly translate text in their surroundings. The headset can automatically detect text and documents, a feature that mirrors the iPhone's ability to detect and interact with text in photos.

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The discovery of the Visual Search function in visionOS was made by Steve Moser. Currently, visionOS can be accessed through the latest Xcode beta, as Apple has just released the first version of the software. The Vision Pro headset, with its innovative features, is set to redefine the way we interact with the world, making it a highly anticipated addition to Apple's suite of products.

BDST: 2010 HRS, JUNE 22, 2023
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