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Microsoft and the U.S. Army have a plan to make the HoloLens combat-ready
By Sean Endicott published
new and improved The U.S. Army will spend $165 million on the next version of the IVAS headset from Microsoft. $76 million of that will be spent on developing version 1.2 of the system.
No VR? No worries. Half-Life: Alyx is now playable with a mouse and keyboard
By Ben Wilson published
Look, no hands Experience Half-Life: Alyx from beginning to end without needing a VR headset with this free community-made modification.
These reported PSVR 2 sales figures prove that Xbox was right to skip VR
By Jez Corden published
Xbox VRn't A new report suggests that Sony's PlayStation VR 2 has struggled to reach above 300,000 units, in what comes as something of a vindication for Xbox's ambivalence towards the tech.
Microsoft has laid off entire teams behind Virtual, Mixed Reality, and HoloLens
By Jez Corden last updated
More layoffs In the latest update on the massive Microsoft layoffs, it seems Redmond has gutted the teams behind HoloLens and Mixed Reality.
Microsoft announces huge momentum on HoloLens, fully integrates Teams
By Sean Endicott published
HoloLens Microsoft highlighted new capabilities for its HoloLens 2 headset today. The AR device now fully integrates with Teams, making it easier to connect across augmented reality and a desk.
The best Meta Quest 2 deal we've seen is still available for $50 off with 2 free games
By John Levite published
DEAL We first saw this deal on Amazon, but while it sold out there you do have some options!
The best Meta Oculus Quest 2 deals in December 2024
By John Levite published
The Meta Oculus Quest 2 is still a very popular VR headset, but the best deals are often hard to spot. We'll keep an eye out for you.
How to extend your Oculus Rift cables for about $20
By Cale Hunt last updated
Longer cables = more fun!
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