Apple’s Vision Pro has taken its virtual display capabilities to the next level, providing users with a unique 4K Mac display experience. But now, with the help of a new app called Splitscreen, things are about to get even better.
By downloading Splitscreen, users can not only extend their existing Mac desktop to the Vision Pro, but they can also add a second macOS display to their device – even if it’s attached to a different Apple ID.
This revolutionary app is perfect for those who love to multitask, allowing them to seamlessly integrate multiple Mac computers with their Mac Virtual Display in the Vision Pro. Now, you can have a work computer and a personal computer all within the VR/AR environment. It’s like having a multi-monitor setup without the hassle of physical monitors.
Developed by Jordi Bruin, the creator of popular iOS apps such as Soosee and PosturePal, Splitscreen was not an easy feat to accomplish. But the team’s approach to the app’s development will allow for future updates to add even more displays, settings, and features.
Kadjik and Lokhorst, the indie developers behind the iPhone-to-Mac mirroring app Bezel, also lent their expertise to the creation of Splitscreen.
Upon launch, Splitscreen automatically connects to the Vision Pro using the most optimal network available between the two devices. To ensure satisfactory performance, the developers offer a free 15-minute session to test Splitscreen on your own network. After each session, the timer resets, or users can choose to purchase the app for a one-time fee of $20 (until the end of March).
Currently, Splitscreen does not support Intel Macs as it relies on the HEVC video codec to transfer video data. However, an update is in the works to add compatibility for Intel Macs in the future. Additionally, while only one resolution (1920×1080) is supported at the moment, the developers are working on adding more display options and the ability to support more than two displays.
