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HP Reverb G2 VR headset — Looking back at Windows Mixed Reality, the VR we hardly knew Windows Mixed Reality is the VR platform we hardly got to know. It's been sent to Microsoft's graveyard (RIP), but I'm digging it up in honor of Microsoft's 50th birthday to see what it was all about.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II — VividQ announces Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has been ported to a hologram-compatible format VividQ has announced that it has accomplished a world first: enabling existing game content on a 3D holographic display. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is the first game ported to a hologram-compatible format.

Apple Vision Pro, cracked — Apple adding AI to Vision Pro while Microsoft ends HoloLens Apple wants to bring AI-powered features, including Apple Intelligence and a spatial content app, to boost Vision Pro sales.

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The best Meta Oculus Quest 2 deals in March 2025

By John Levite published 6 December 22

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.

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Samsung HMD Odyssey+ vs. Oculus Rift: Which headset should you buy?

How to extend your Oculus Rift cables for about $20

By Cale Hunt last updated 26 October 22

Longer cables = more fun!

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Daniel Rubino chats VR, AR, HoloLens, and Meta on This Week in Tech

By Sean Endicott published 17 October 22

Windows Central Executive Editor Daniel Rubino recently joined This Week in Tech to discuss virtual reality, augmented reality, and other hot topics in tech.

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Meta and Microsoft are teaming up to create the workplace from hell

By Jez Corden published 14 October 22

A mixed reality The year is 2077. Your brain is now hooked up to the Microsoft Office Metaverse.

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Best PCs for Oculus Quest 2 and Oculus Link 2025

By Cale Hunt last updated 28 September 22

The Meta (Oculus) Quest 2 is a standalone VR headset, but thanks to Meta (Oculus) Link you can attach it to a PC for a more Rift-like experience. These pre-built PCs can handle the work.

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Best desktop PCs for VR 2022

By Cale Hunt last updated 20 September 22

The HP Omen 45L, with its powerful hardware and stylish case, is the best desktop for VR. There are, however, a bunch of other options that you might be interested in based on budget and design.

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Microsoft announces Fall Insider Preview Build for HoloLens

By Sean Endicott published 14 September 22

Microsoft is now testing new features and fixes in the form of the Fall Insider Preview Build for HoloLens.

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Microsoft's militarized HoloLens marches forward — Army now accepting first batch of headsets

By Sean Endicott published 7 September 22

After delays and concerns, the U.S. Army is moving forward with its militarized HoloLens headset.

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Razer acquires Interhaptics to 'expand HyperSense ecosystem'

By Sean Endicott published 30 June 22

Razer just announced its acquisition of Interhaptics, which developers haptic technology used in PCs, consoles, mobile devices, and mixed reality headsets.

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Best Graphics Card for VR 2022

By Cale Hunt last updated 1 June 22

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