Apple’s latest iOS 17.2 update brings an exciting new video format to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max – Use Camera Spatial video in iOS 17.2. This new video technology uses the dual camera system on the iPhone Pro models to record stereoscopic 3D video that can be viewed with immersive 3D effects on the Apple Vision Pro headset.
In this guide, we’ll walk through everything you need to know to start recording and viewing Spatial Videos on your iPhone running iOS 17.2.
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Introduction
Spatial Video is Apple’s implementation of volumetric video capture using two offset cameras on the iPhone. When you record a Spatial Video, both cameras on the back of the iPhone Pro models capture slightly different perspectives. This allows Spatial Video files to store depth information and stereoscopic 3D effects.
To experience the 3D immersion, you’ll need to view Spatial Videos using the Apple Vision Pro headset. The headset can track your head movements and adjust the 3D perspective in real-time, giving you realistic depth and parallax effects when viewing Spatial Videos.
On other devices like iPhones, iPads and Macs without headset support, Spatial Videos will appear as normal 2D videos. The depth information is preserved, so you can still experience 3D effects when you view the videos again with a supported headset.
Enabling Spatial Video
Here’s how to enable Spatial Video recording on your iPhone 15 Pro or Pro Max running iOS 17.2:
- Open the Settings app and go to the Camera section.
- Tap on Formats.
- Under the Video Capture heading, toggle on the switch for “Spatial Video for Apple Vision Pro”.
This will enable Spatial Video mode in the default iPhone Camera app any time you switch to Video mode.
Recording Spatial Videos
Recording Spatial Videos on the iPhone 15 Pro models running iOS 17.2 is very similar to capturing normal video:
- Open the Camera app and swipe to switch to Video mode.
- Look for the Vision Pro headset icon in the top right corner of the viewfinder.
- Tap the headset icon to switch to Spatial Video format.
- Frame your shot and press the red record button to start capturing Spatial Video.
A few tips for recording great Spatial Videos:
- Keep your iPhone steady. Spatial Video works best with minimal camera movement. Use a tripod or stabilizer if possible.
- Position subjects 3 to 8 feet from the camera for ideal depth effects.
- Use portrait orientation to maximize the dual camera capture.
- Ensure even, bright lighting on your subjects. Complex lighting can cause depth mapping issues.
The Camera app will save Spatial Videos to the Photos app like regular video clips. You can view the stereo 3D effects when wearing the Vision Pro headset.
Viewing Spatial Videos
To view Spatial Video clips in immersive 3D, you’ll need an Apple Vision Pro headset paired to your iPhone or other Apple device.
Here’s how to view Spatial Video using Vision Pro:
- Import Spatial Videos from your iPhone to the Photos app on your Mac or iPad. This allows you to view comfortably using the headset.
- Put on your Vision Pro headset and pair it to your device.
- Open the Spatial Video in the Photos app. It will automatically switch to a stereoscopic 3D view.
- As the video plays, turn your head or move the headset to experience parallax and depth effects.
The Vision Pro headset will track your head motions in real-time and adjust the perspective of the video accordingly, creating a highly immersive 3D viewing experience.
You can also view Spatial Videos normally in 2D mode on devices like iPhones, iPads, and Macs. They will appear as regular videos, but you can still appreciate the depth-enabled effects when viewed again with a headset.
Sharing Spatial Videos
Apple preserves the depth data when you share Spatial Videos to other Apple devices or social media platforms:
- AirDrop: You can AirDrop Spatial Videos to other local Apple devices where they will appear as normal videos but retain the depth information.
- Photos app: Spatial Videos uploaded to iCloud will remain as Spatial Videos with depth data intact.
- Social media: Depth data is discarded if you share a Spatial Video directly to social platforms like YouTube, Facebook or Instagram, so viewers will only see 2D video.
- Apple Vision: You can share Spatial Videos to the Apple Vision app to view interactively on iPhones and iPads using motion and depth sensing. The depth data stays intact so you can still experience 3D effects.
Tips for Best Results
Here are some tips to help you record the best quality Spatial Videos using your iPhone:
- Record outdoors or in bright, evenly lit indoor spaces. Complex lighting can create depth mapping issues.
- Keep your iPhone steady. Use a tripod or gimbal stabilizer if possible.
- Frame subjects 3 to 8 feet from the camera for ideal depth effects.
- Position people at different depths from the camera to increase parallax effects.
- Capture scenery and objects with lots of depth for most impact.
- Use portrait orientation to maximize the dual camera capture.
- Check the Vision Pro headset icon to confirm you’re recording in Spatial Video format.
- View Spatial Videos in Vision Pro headset for full immersive effects.
The Future of Spatial Video
Spatial Video opens up amazing creative possibilities. The ability to capture stereoscopic 3D video on an iPhone and view it in VR headsets makes immersive video accessible to everyone.
As Apple expands headset and AR/VR capabilities, expect Spatial Video to gain even more impressive features. Combined with smart depth editing tools, Spatial Video has the potential to change video consumption and production.
Now you have all the tools to start recording immersive Spatial Video on your iPhone 15 Pro running iOS 17.2. Have fun capturing stunning cinematic creations!