Spatial video on Vision Pro is encoded in MV-HEVC (Multiview High Efficiency Video Coding), typically wrapped in .mov or .mp4 containers with stereoscopic 3D and spatial audio.
MV-HEVC allows multiple video streams (left/right eyes) to be encoded together, preserving 3D depth and reducing file size. Apple adopted this format to support Spatial Video from iPhones, Immersive Apple Originals, and third-party 3D content (like CouchTrip or Explore POV).
Format Specifications
| Attribute | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Codec | H.265 / MV-HEVC |
| Container | .mp4, .mov |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 per eye (7K–8K total) |
| Frame rate | 30 fps |
| Audio | AAC or Dolby Atmos, spatially mapped |
Encoding Steps
• Use Final Cut Pro with Spatial Video plugin
• Export as MV-HEVC in a .mov file
• Verify with metadata tools like ffprobe or Insta360 Studio
For Creators
For easy distribution, CouchTrip accepts VR180 content and automatically processes it for Vision Pro compatibility.
Takeaway
If your content is encoded in MV-HEVC with stereoscopic left/right eye views, you're ready for Vision Pro playback.