Guest Mode on Apple Vision Pro: A Smooth Experience with Quality-of-Life Improvements

Hands on: Apple Vision Pro Guest Mode Improvements

Key Points:

• Improved Guest Mode in visionOS 2: The guest mode in the Apple Vision Pro has seen significant enhancements, making it easier to share the device with others.
• Simplified Setup and Reuse: Users can save settings for a session, avoiding repetitive setups when passing the headset back and forth. Saved profiles are retained for 30 days.
• AirPlay Integration: Owners can AirPlay content from Apple Vision Pro to external devices like iPhones or Apple TVs. However, media is blacked out on both the headset and the external device during screen sharing.
• Guest Mode Limitations:
  • No access to applications requiring Optic ID, including Apple Pay and secure passwords.
  • Media issues with display mirroring, affecting usability for extended sessions.
• Overall Usability: Despite limitations, guest mode is now much simpler and more user-friendly, making it easier to share the device for entertainment purposes.