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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?
Microsoft and Qualcomm working on custom chips to help create lightweight AR glasses
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft and Qualcomm will help people dive into the metaverse as part of an expanded partnership.
Best Windows Mixed Reality Headsets of 2022
By Cale Hunt, James Bricknell published
The Samsung HMD Odyssey+ might not quite compare to HP's impressive Reverb when it comes to raw specs, but price plays a huge role. See which WMR headset is best for you in this roundup.
Best Accessories for the Oculus Quest in 2022
By Sean Endicott published
The Oculus Quest is an excellent standalone headset, but you can make it even better with the right accessories. Here are the best accessories for your Oculus Quest.
Microsoft and Samsung are collaborating on new augmented reality project, says report
By Robert Carnevale published
The AR space is ripe for development, and if a new report is to be believed, Microsoft and Samsung are already on the case with a joint venture we'll see the fruits of in 2024.
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