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Microsoft patent could bring touch-sensitive fabric to Surface, HoloLens, more
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
A new Microsoft patent for touch-sensitive fabrics could wind up making the Alcantara fabric on your Surface much more functional.
Microsoft's patented augmented reality glasses are basically a miniaturized HoloLens
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
Bulky headsets like HoloLens may represent the current state of augmented reality, but a new Microsoft patent points to a more compact future.
Microsoft patent envisions more accessible mixed reality for people with restricted movement
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
A new patent from Microsoft would make Windows Mixed Reality more accessible for people with a limited range of movement.
Inspired by Microsoft, Apple applies for a Surface-style keyboard patent
By Michael Archambault last updated
This new Microsoft design patent is unlikely to be the Surface phone
By Daniel Rubino last updated
A new design patent granted to Microsoft is likely for the Lumia 650 and other generic smartphones - not the fabled 'Surface phone'.
Yet another foldable device patent appears online from Microsoft
By Zac Bowden last updated
Yet another foldable device patent appears online from Microsoft, giving us a refreshed look at what Microsoft might be cooking up internally.
Patents show Microsoft planned to enable users to plug Zune into headphones
By Rich Edmonds last updated
New Microsoft patent filing shows a stylus with a tip that can 'sense' colors
By John Callaham last updated
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