Major update for Pico 4 & 4 Ultra brings a host of new features & improvements
Pico has released a big update for Pico headsets. Here are all the new features and improvements included in Pico OS Update 5.12.0.
The update optimizes the tracking algorithms and improves system stability and performance with new and optimized features. Users can also look forward to a host of new features such as smartphone mirroring, Bluetooth keyboard and mouse support, as well as improved hand and motion tracking.
Here are all the new features and improvements of Pico OS 5.12.0, taken from Pico's original forum post.
Content
Seamless Multimodal Connectivity
Multitask easily with cross-plattform multi-display
Phone screen mirroring
- Pico Connect now supports phone screen mirroring and operation
- Support Android and iOS*, can be used simultaneously with the computer. (*requires Pico mobile app V10.7)
Enhanced Basic Experience
Seamless transitions between the real and the virtual worlds
Improved multi-window experience in PanoScreen
- Clearer text in windowed applications.
- 2x sampling rate for reduced text aliasing and flicker.
- Optimized distance adjustment and control experience.
- Hold the control bar below the Dock and push the Joystick to adjust the distance of the PanoScreen
Video Player upgraded
- Supports watching videos in Seethrough Mode, with adjustable and resizable playback windows.
- Improved the design of the playback control bar and settings page.
Added multi-window feature for Browser
- Open multiple windows simultaneously in Browser.
- Quickly view multiple windows from the Dock.
Spatial Photos & VST Optimization
Polished image display for more immersive memory playbacks
Enhanced visual effects
- Improved visuals in Immersive View for viewing spatial photos and videos in Photos.
- Enhanced transition effect when switching between content in Photos.
Upgraded Video Seethrough
- Significantly reduced distortion at extremely close range.
- Addressed distortion in scenes with aliasing issues.
- Reduced ground shaking in bright outdoor sunlight.
Interactive Experience Upgrade
Stable tracking, low latency, fast response, and more accurate control feedback
Expanded Bluetooth accessory options
- Home Space now supports the use of Bluetooth keyboards and mice.
Multiple interaction algorithm updates
- Motion Trackers:
- Improved waist tracker's posture accuracy when sitting or lying down.
- Inactivity Detection can now be disabled to avoid entering Sleep Mode during sustained periods of inactivity.
- Gesture interaction:
- Improved hand tracking response speed.
- Optimized pointer effects.
- Enhanced tracking stability in cases of occlusion and fast movements.
- More flexible finger recognition and fewer accidental touches.
- Controller interaction:
- Improved controller tracking speed when returning to the field of view from blind spots.
Continuously improving MR ecosystem
Constant content updates and more agile development tools
Richer app ecosystem
- Synth Riders: Get your vibe up with the new MR mode, song customization feature and fresh DLC content.
- Racket Club: Get immersed in MR ball games and put on the Motion Trackers for even better experience.
- Death Horizon Reloaded: Grab your weapon, traverse between virtual and reality, and fight your way to survive.
- Toy Monsters: Classic mixed reality desktop tower defense game with intuitive gesture control.
- Assemble Battle! Assemble your own vehicle and take on the enemies in the all-new MR mode.
More efficient development tools
- Iterated Sense Pack environment sensing capabilities to continuously empower MR development.
- New Pico Simulator Beta enables hardware simulation, allowing development without a physical device.
- New developer samples, including MR, interaction, motion tracking, AR Foundation, etc.
- Unity Editor tool updates for increased project configuration efficiency.
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