Road to VR

DECEMBER 27, 2018

Microsoft initially launched HoloLens as a dev kit in early 2016 and later that year made it available in a ‘Commercial Suite’ edition that was positioned toward enterprises. And to top it all off, Microsoft recently landed a $480 million defense contract to provide the US Army with AR headsets. SEE ALSO HoloLens 2.0

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Road to VR

JULY 15, 2018

Microsoft Stores across the US and Canada are now hosting free HoloLens demos, so you can finally see what the hubbub is all about. Here’s the full list of the participating Microsoft Stores: UNITED STATES. The post Microsoft Now Hosts Free HoloLens Demos Across US & Canada appeared first on Road to VR.

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The Ghost Howls

MAY 20, 2021

Italy, Canada, and China together to create an amazing video about these VR glasses! We all wonder who can be the Facebook competitor, and we often talk about Microsoft, Apple, Samsung, but we usually forgot about Huawei. I strongly advise you to watch it here below. The importance of Huawei.

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The Ghost Howls

MAY 22, 2020

At the time of writing they are: United States Canada Austria Belgium Denmark Finland France Germany Iceland Italy Netherlands Norway Poland Republic of Ireland Spain Sweden Switzerland UK Australia Japan New Zealand Taiwan. In which countries is it available?

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

The Microsoft HoloLens 2 could make mining safer. A research division working out of Cambria is developing a special bracket that lets them mount a Microsoft HoloLens 2 headset directly to a miner’s hardhat, allowing them instantaneous access to the Miner Operated Survey System (MOSS). Image Credit: NSS Canada.

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Road to VR

MAY 11, 2017

Today Microsoft announced that developers in the US and Canada can now pre-order the Acer ($299) and HP ($329) Mixed Reality headsets from the Microsoft Store. You can now pre-order Acer ($299) and HP ($329 ) headsets directly from the Microsoft Store. Delivery of the headsets is scheduled for August 2017.

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Road to VR

MAY 5, 2022

Google is undoubtedly gearing up to release XR headsets of some type in the future, which may compete with devices from Apple, Meta, Microsoft and Snap. In 2020, Google acquired North, a Canada-based company known for creating unobtrusive prescription-compatible smartglasses—a sight more stylish than Google Glass.

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Road to VR

JULY 12, 2022

The headset’s starting price makes it clear that Magic Leap is positioning its latest headset as an alternative to Microsoft’s HoloLens 2; the $3,300 base price of Magic Leap 2 undercuts Microsoft’s offering by $200. The company expects the headset to launch in Japan and Singapore by the end of the year.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

The founders received a Microsoft mixed reality headset and are currently enrolled in the WXR Mentorship Program beta. Acquired by Microsoft last fall , AltspaceVR was our social VR venue because of their great team and cross-platform functionality, which allows anyone with Wi-Fi and a screen to tune in. 8 She-EOs in a virtual pool.

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Road to VR

MAY 14, 2017

Thursday morning at Microsoft’s Build conference, the company announced the opening of pre-orders for two new VR dev kits. Developers in the US and Canada can now pre-order the Acer ($299) and HP ($329) Mixed Reality headsets. Delivery of the headsets is scheduled for August 2017. Continued on Page 2: Tracking ».

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Road to VR

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

They’re launching today at $300 direct from Ray-Ban as well as official online retailers in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Italy and Australia. Stories are being offered in three distinct flavors: Wayfarer, Round, and Meteor, all of which appear to be pretty similar to original Ray-Ban frame designs. Smart er glasses, maybe?

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

AUGUST 9, 2022

Unity Technologies has teamed up with Microsoft Azure to add the former’s Create Solutions to the Cloud, allowing users to distribute games across Windows and Microsoft Xbox systems. Really excited with this even deeper partnership with @Microsoft and @Azure. Fun to announce this today with @BondSarah_Bond [link].

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

MAY 9, 2023

ARway-Microsoft HoloLens 2 Collaboration The Toronto, Canada-based company also struck a major deal with Microsoft to integrate its solutions on the latter’s HoloLens 2 headset. Working with Microsoft, ARway will introduce its digital wayfinding platform to Microsoft’s world-renowned set of hardware capabilities.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

APRIL 26, 2023

The enterprise-optimised platform performs seamlessly on many AR/VR/MR devices from headset vendors such as HTC VIVE, Meta, and Microsoft, allowing firms to leverage XR for a range of use cases, including remote guidance, training, and repair solutions. The move saves eXp Reality capital on real-world offices and related costs.

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VRScout

JUNE 21, 2017

Many of the speakers hail from Toronto (and elsewhere in Canada). .” These are people whose work is instrumental in where the current industry is today—and remembering.

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AR Insider

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

percent of downloads), Great Britain (5 percent of downloads) and Canada (2.6 As background, the Minecraft IP is owned by Microsoft and the game is released by Mojang (sort of like the relationship between Nintendo and Niantic). Header Image Credit: Microsoft, Mojang. It’s availability so far includes the U.S.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

The headset will first be available in the United States and later released in Canada and the United Kingdom. Microsoft “Committed” to Ignite Announcements Following Altman Reshuffle Over the past weekend, there was a significant change in the emerging technology sector.

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VRScout

JANUARY 23, 2019

Lyft drivers would access this information through an AR headset, such as a Microsoft HoloLens, Google Glass, or Magic Leap, which would place the digital content directly in the view of the Lyft driver, or through an AR enabled smartphone. You could also use your own smartphone or any type of wearable AR device to find them yourself.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The version 11 software update for Ray-Ban Meta begins rolling out today in the US and Canada via its Early Access Program. Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses have received a software update, which enables live AI, live translation, and support for Shazam.

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

Microsoft ‘Mixed Reality’ Headset Discounts. Microsoft’s Windows “Mixed Reality” headsets are now on sale for up to $100, bringing the cheapest among them to just $300. Only available in Microsoft retail and online stores in the US and Canada, the sale goes on until 11:59 PM PST on November 27, 2017.

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VRScout

APRIL 8, 2018

Among other notable studios, the location boasts gaming giant Electronic Arts Canada – the powerhouse behind the NHL, NBA, and FIFA franchises – and employs nearly 17,000 workers in the 3D industry. Seattle, or Portland, because you’re going up against giants like Google or Microsoft. investment goes further in Canada.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JULY 29, 2024

These glasses have outperformed the sales of Ray-Ban’s first-generation smart glasses, ‘Ray-Ban Stories’ This potential deal could grant Meta more control over EssilorLuxottica’s smart glasses division and strengthen its position in the competitive market against tech giants like Apple, Google, and Microsoft.

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Road to VR

DECEMBER 15, 2023

It’s true, all you need to play Fortnite on Quest 2/3/Pro with Xbox Cloud Gaming is a free Microsoft account , that and be in a supported region. Microsoft says you’ll need a high-speed internet connection, with best performance at rates of 20 Mbps and 5Ghz WiFi or mobile data connection.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JUNE 14, 2022

The Menlo Park-based firm also released in May an asset library for creators along with a contribution of $10 million USD to back creatives after a successful launch across the US and Canada last year. New Features, Rules on Horizon Worlds.

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AR Insider

JANUARY 8, 2020

Microsoft used projection mapping to bring its NYC flagship windows to life, causing crowds to stop and watch. Adidas wrapped streetcars in Toronto, Canada with “ Boost My Ride ” messaging to promote its newest line of sneakers, Ultraboost 19. Source: Nexus Studios / Scape.

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Road to VR

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Veronica Orvalho created the platform based off her research in computer graphics, which have been used by Universal Studios, Sony, Microsoft, Amazon and other European-funded research projects. Didimo now has 22 employees with teams in Porto, Portugal, Vancouver, Canada and London, UK.

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Road to VR

AUGUST 28, 2023

There’s no word when the company plans to roll out access on browsers either, which the beta’s FAQ says will broaden availability of the platform to iOS devices on Safari, and Google Chrome, Safari, or Microsoft Edge on laptops and desktops.

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VRScout

AUGUST 15, 2016

You can enjoy the full audio recording below: Mindshow, updated Samsung Gear VR, Samsung 360 camera release date, GoPro, HTC, mobile tracking innovation from Chinese developer Deepoon, Microsoft Hololens, investment wrapup, and more! MICROSOFT OPENS UP SALES OF HOLOLENS. SEIZE THE SPOTLIGHT WITH MINDSHOW. …and more.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

OCTOBER 25, 2016

Windows Phones were never the success that Microsoft wanted them to be. As you’ll know, Microsoft is one of the three big names in MR right now, the others being the mysterious Magic Leap and Meta. It’s still early, but Microsoft is hoping its eagerness will help establish itself in this new category. “We

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

OCTOBER 12, 2016

Developers are charging forward with various entertainment and productivity applications (over 80 in the Microsoft store to date) and businesses are finding new ways to utilize the head mounted display as well. International shipping has long been requested by developers, with the device previously only being available in the US and Canada.

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MAY 11, 2017

Microsoft’s Build developer conference is well underway, and its second day keynote just wrapped up. The pages for both kits, which ship to the US and Canada in August, outline everything from screen resolution to cable length.

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Road to VR

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

TPCast, the eponymous company producing a wireless VR transmitter, is now offering its HTC Vive-specific device for pre-order in US and Canada. Now the wireless transmitter, a battery-powered device that lets you go cable free, is available for pre-oder in the US and Canada starting today. Shipping is slated as early as November 24th.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

JUNE 30, 2017

The two day conference was packed with simultaneous, back-to-back presentations and workshops from industry leaders such as Microsoft, Google, AMD, The VOID, IMAX, Two Bit Circus, Secret Location, Globacore, Quantum Capture, The Canadian Film Centre, and many more. It’s Different in Canada.

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Road to VR

MARCH 8, 2018

Showings of Stargate Origin are free, although only users in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Australia, and New Zealand will be able to join in – no doubt an issue with licensing. No ticket or sign-up is required, simply download Bigscreen from the Oculus Store , Steam , or the Microsoft Store.

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The Ghost Howls

NOVEMBER 10, 2019

Microsoft ships HoloLens 2, nReal gets ready to do the same with its glasses. After a long wait, finally Microsoft is shipping its HoloLens 2 headset. More info (Apple and Valve partnering) More info (Road To VR’s skeptical editorial on the news). Great times ahead for augmented reality!

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The Ghost Howls

AUGUST 25, 2019

MRTK, not to be confused with VRTK, is the official SDK to develop for Microsoft HoloLens and HoloLens 2. That’s great, but there are still big countries like Canada and Australia that are excluded from this possibility. has been released. has been officially released on GitHub. Lindsey Stirling is going to perform in VR.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

In Canada, the company partnered with Invest WindsorEssex and Nexstar Energy on a 3.5 In closing, Microsoft technical designer Davide Zhang noted that their success came via the collaboration of industry leaders, noting, “We shipped the seamless connection between Windows 11 PC and Meta Quest 3/3s.

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