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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.

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

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.
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