Kuala Lumpur, March 2, 2026 – PICO has taken a significant step forward in redefining spatial computing with the official unveiling of PICO OS 6, alongside an early preview of its upcoming flagship XR hardware, Project Swan. More than just a routine upgrade, PICO OS 6 represents a complete reimagining of the spatial operating system—rebuilt from the ground up to address long-standing limitations in extended reality environments. At the heart of this transformation lies the PICO Spatial Engine, a unified rendering architecture that fundamentally changes how digital content is processed and displayed. By shifting rendering responsibilities from individual applications to the operating system level, PICO OS 6 enables 2D apps, 3D experiences, virtual environments, and the physical world to coexist seamlessly in a single, cohesive interface. This results in a fluid, responsive, and immersive user experience where digital and physical elements blend naturally without disruption.
Building on this foundation, PICO OS 6 introduces a new era of spatial multitasking that redefines productivity within XR environments. Users can now interact with multiple layers of content simultaneously—collaborating with colleagues on complex 3D models represented by avatars, while maintaining access to browsers, documents, and notes that float intuitively within their real-world surroundings. This flexibility is supported by an adaptive input system that removes the need for rigid modes, allowing users to seamlessly switch between gesture controls, XR controllers, and traditional keyboard-and-mouse setups depending on their workflow. For enterprise users—particularly the more than 2,600 institutions already leveraging PICO solutions—this creates a stable, high-performance digital workspace tailored for professional collaboration and efficiency.
Equally important is PICO’s commitment to openness, a principle that underpins the entire OS. PICO OS 6 supports a diverse ecosystem that includes Spatial apps, OpenXR, WebXR, Android apps, web applications, and PC VR streaming, treating each as an integral part of a unified system rather than isolated silos. This inclusive approach lowers barriers to entry for developers and ensures a more versatile experience for users. To further empower the developer community, PICO has introduced a comprehensive suite of tools, including the PICO Spatial SDK built on Kotlin, a new UI system with component-based APIs, and the PICO Emulator that enables rapid testing without the need for physical hardware. The open-source WebSpatial framework extends this vision even further by bringing familiar web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and React into the spatial computing space, enabling cross-platform, install-free applications that run seamlessly across multiple XR ecosystems.
With deeper integration support for leading platforms such as Unity and Unreal Engine, developers can now build mixed reality experiences that coexist alongside traditional apps, unlocking new possibilities for multitasking—even during gaming. Altogether, PICO OS 6 represents a bold step toward a more unified, accessible, and powerful spatial computing future, setting a new benchmark for how immersive technologies can enhance productivity, creativity, and everyday digital interactions.
