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Apple Testing Eye-Scrolling Feature for Vision Pro in visionOS 3

The feature would enable hands-free navigation across apps, with third-party developer support expected after its preview at WWDC 2025.

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People in select countries in Asia can get Vision Pro today.
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Overview

  • Apple is reportedly developing an eye-based scrolling feature for its Vision Pro headset, leveraging existing eye-tracking hardware to allow users to navigate content hands-free.
  • The feature, currently under testing, is expected to work across all built-in Vision Pro apps, with developer APIs planned for third-party integration.
  • This innovation would eliminate the need for hand gestures during tasks like reading or browsing, enhancing the device's accessibility and convenience.
  • The eye-scrolling functionality builds on Apple's previous eye-tracking accessibility features introduced in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18.
  • Apple is anticipated to preview visionOS 3, including the eye-scrolling feature, at the Worldwide Developers Conference on June 9, 2025.