How to build Apple Vision Pro ready apps with SwiftUI

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  • August 05,2025

How to build Apple Vision Pro ready apps with SwiftUI

Building Apple Vision Pro ready apps with SwiftUI involves creating adaptive, immersive interfaces that blend 2D and 3D content for visionOS. SwiftUI’s declarative syntax and live previews enable seamless development of spatial computing experiences on Apple’s new platform.

How to Build Apple Vision Pro Ready Apps with SwiftUI

1 ) Introduction to Apple Vision Pro and visionOS

  Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer combining virtual and augmented reality, controlled by voice, hand gestures, and eye tracking.

  Powered by the M2 chip and a dedicated R1 chip for sensor input processing.

  The visionOS platform supports immersive and interactive spatial computing experiences blending digital content with the physical world.

2 ) Spatial Computing Concepts in visionOS

  Windows: Traditional SwiftUI or UIKit views with added depth for 3D content.

  Volumes: 3D spaces within apps using RealityKit or Unity for objects visible from multiple angles.

  Spaces: The environment where apps run — Shared Space allows multi app interaction, while Full Space offers immersive dedicated app environments.

3 ) Developing Apps for Apple Vision Pro

  Existing iOS apps can be adapted or enhanced for visionOS support.

  Developers can:

    Add a native visionOS module for integration.

    Run cross platform apps in a compatibility mode.

    Use cross platform libraries designed for visionOS development.

4 ) Using SwiftUI for Vision Pro Apps

  SwiftUI is fully supported and enables building interfaces that easily adapt between iOS, macOS, and visionOS.

  A SwiftUI app uses views like Text, Image, Circle, and modifiers to build UI rapidly.

  Live previews in Xcode facilitate fast iteration and development.

  Core UI components can be combined with 3D content to create engaging spatial experiences.

5 ) Building a Simple Vision Pro Ready SwiftUI App

  Start with Xcode and create a new SwiftUI project.

  Use basic shapes and symbols (such as circles and SF Symbols) with modifiers for color and size.

  Overlay icons on shapes for attractive UI elements.

  SwiftUI automatically adapts to dark and light modes, enhancing user experience.

6 ) Cross Platform Development Approaches

  Flutter apps can be configured to run on Apple Vision Pro by updating Xcode settings and enabling visionOS in Supported Destinations.

  Consider using hybrid setups to share code while leveraging native Vision Pro features as needed.

7 ) Looking Ahead

  Vision Pro supports fluid transitions from traditional 2D windows to fully immersive 3D spaces.

  Developers should explore adding 3D content and spatial interactions to create innovative user experiences.

  Familiar Apple frameworks like RealityKit, UIKit, ARKit, and SwiftUI provide a versatile toolkit for visionOS development.

Summary:  

Building apps for Apple Vision Pro involves understanding spatial computing fundamentals, leveraging SwiftUI's powerful and adaptive UI components, and optionally integrating cross platform tools like Flutter. Designing for visionOS unlocks new immersive interaction modes, offering users seamless access to both virtual and real world content within a unified spatial environment. SwiftUI’s declarative syntax and live previews accelerate development, making it an ideal starting point to create next generation Vision Pro applications.

 

 

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