Apple’s iOS 26 introduces a distinctive 'Spatial Scenes' feature that transforms nearly any 2D photo into a 3D parallax visual, enabling users to perceive depth and foreground movement with device motion. This innovation hints at Apple’s strategic pivot toward augmented reality, aligned with its Vision Pro headset ambitions. The technology builds on years of camera enhancements, including dual-lens depth mapping and LiDAR sensors. Experts view this shift as a foundational step integrating spatial computing capabilities into everyday iPhone use, broadening AR ecosystem potential.