"One of the big focuses of the new operating system version is what Pico calls PanoScreen, a feature that lets the wearer run multiple applications at once while also keeping a 360-degree view of the real-world space around them. Other users can pop into the space as 3D avatars while you spin around to see spreadsheets, browser tabs, design software, or whatever else you're working on."
"Pico OS 6 represents a step toward making XR a practical computing tool, not just a gaming device. The company says in its press release that this focus demonstrates their commitment to transforming extended reality into a legitimate productivity platform."
"At Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, Pico announced its newest XR operating system, Pico OS 6. The OS will not work on the company's existing Pico 4 from 2022, but is aimed to deploy on Pico's unreleased headset, nicknamed Project Swan."
ByteDance's Pico division announced Pico OS 6 at Mobile World Congress 2026, introducing advanced mixed reality capabilities for its upcoming Project Swan headset. The new operating system emphasizes PanoScreen, a feature enabling users to run multiple applications simultaneously while maintaining a 360-degree view of their physical surroundings. Other users can appear as 3D avatars in shared workspaces, allowing collaborative viewing of spreadsheets, browser tabs, and design software. Pico positions this development as transforming XR from entertainment-focused devices into practical computing tools. The OS will not support existing Pico 4 devices but targets the unreleased Project Swan headset launching this year. This approach mirrors Apple Vision Pro's spatial computing strategy, though analysts note the timing and market entry strategy appear unconventional.
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