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Microsoft's $22 billion AR headset deal with the U.S. Army could be in serious trouble
By Robert Carnevale published
Microsoft's much-discussed $22 billion AR headset deal has seen delays, derision, and internal objections. Now, it's seeing internal fears of a premature end.
Microsoft or Meta: Who's best positioned to win the metaverse?
By Robert Carnevale published
The metaverse is coming whether we like it or not. The only question is: Whose interpretation is going to lead the pack?
Meta has dissolved its hybrid metaverse OS development team, says report
By Robert Carnevale published
AR and VR being unified under a single operating system is no longer in the cards for Meta, according to a recent report.
Microsoft updates AltspaceVR to make the metaverse a safer place
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft will shut down social hubs in AltspaceVR and improve moderation to lower harassment and inappropriate behavior. The platform will also require a Microsoft account in the coming weeks.
Windows Central Podcast 257: HoloLens is dead, Windows Insider changes
By Zac Bowden last updated
On this episode of the Windows Central Podcast: Insider Program updates, HoloLens 3, and more
Amazon has the refurb Oculus Quest 2 VR headset available for pre-order at $249 today
By John Levite published
Microsoft reiterates HoloLens 2 product value amid reports indicating HoloLens 3 is dead
By Robert Carnevale published
Multiple reports have come out detailing the struggles Microsoft's HoloLens team is facing. Now, Microsoft is pointing people toward a Forrester report highlighting the value of HoloLens.
The problem for a consumer HoloLens was always the lack of Windows Phone
By Daniel Rubino last updated
Without its own mobile OS, Microsoft will be forced to use Android for mixed reality to have a stake in the next generation of computing.
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