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Windows Central readers want a consumer-focused HoloLens
By Sean Endicott last updated
Up to this point, HoloLens has focused on businesses, the military, and enterprise. We ran a poll over the weekend asking if people would like to see a consumer-focused HoloLens.
New report sheds light on future of Microsoft's AR strategy now that HoloLens 3 is 'canceled'
By Zac Bowden last updated
The future of Windows in AR isn't looking so good.
HoloLens 3 may not be dead after all, suggests device's creator
By Sean Endicott last updated
Microsoft's Alex Kipman claims that HoloLens is doing well at Microsoft. His statement follows a report claiming the entire HoloLens division is in disarray and that the HoloLens 3 is canceled.
HoloLens 3 isn't happening and metaverse tie-in strategy is unclear, says report
By Robert Carnevale published
Anyone waiting on HoloLens 3 may be waiting the rest of their lives, according to a new report. Insider sources say Microsoft has scrapped the concept altogether.
HoloLens 2 aids healthcare efforts at UK care home, replacing tablets and smart phones
By Robert Carnevale published
Microsoft's HoloLens headsets have all sorts of medical uses. For example, a care home in Cumbria uses them to avoid unnecessary medical complications during the pandemic.
Microsoft loses HoloLens team members to Meta and rival metaverse companies
By Robert Carnevale published
The promise of Microsoft's HoloLens isn't enough to keep AR experts with the company. They're transitioning to rival augmented reality companies such as Meta.
Best Oculus Quest 2 Link cable alternatives 2024
By Cale Hunt published
The Oculus Quest and Quest 2 can be connected to a PC for a full Rift-like experience. The official cable is expensive, but there are plenty of alternatives.
PlayStation VR2 appears ready to compete with the full VR market. That's bad news for Windows Mixed Reality.
By Cale Hunt last updated
Sony unveiled a bunch more details about PlayStation VR2 at CES 2022, and it looks like it's set to take on a much wider segment of the VR market. What does that mean for Windows Mixed Reality?
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