iPhone 15 Pro cameras to support spatial video soon, but questions remain.

iPhone 15 Pro cameras to support spatial video soon, but questions remain.

Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro Introduces Spatial Computing Video

During Apple’s recent “Wonderlust” event, the tech giant made a bold claim about their latest flagship device, the iPhone 15 Pro, stating that its camera system “pushes the limits of what you can capture with a smartphone.” While the mention of “spatial computing video” was brief and lacking in detail, it is an exciting feature that deserves closer examination.

So, what exactly is spatial video? Well, Apple’s spatial video is essentially a form of 3D video. The iPhone 15 Pro is equipped with the capability to capture spatial videos by combining footage from the Main and Ultra Wide cameras. This results in a stereoscopic-like video experience, giving users a sense of depth and immersion.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there. Apple’s upcoming “spatial computing” Vision Pro headset, set to be released early next year, complements this feature perfectly. Users will be able to relive their spatial videos in a fully immersive way, allowing them to step back into their memories and experience them in a whole new light. While Apple didn’t mention it explicitly, it’s likely that the iPhone 15 Pro can also capture spatial photo stills using similar camera processing techniques.

However, there are still unanswered questions surrounding this new feature. During the event, Apple’s senior VP of worldwide marketing, Greg “Joz” Joswiak, was unable to provide complete details about the iPhone 15 Pro’s camera capabilities. For example, it is unclear what file format these spatial videos will use or how large they will be. It is safe to assume that iPhone 15 Pro users will need to select a special mode within the Camera app to capture spatial videos. As for how these videos will be saved in the Photos app and whether they will be playable on the iPhone itself, these details remain unknown.

Apple will undoubtedly reveal more information about these exciting features soon enough. While the ability to shoot spatial videos using the iPhone 15 Pro is not yet available, the company promises that it will be “coming later this year.” As we eagerly await the release of this groundbreaking device, it’s clear that Apple continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in smartphone photography and videography.