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FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Fortunately, a new update to a popular GTA 5 VR mod referred to as R.E.A.L Other improvements include the ability to adjust graphic settings in-headset, smooth camera rotation while on foot in 1st person, improved parachute control, and improved camera management while in 3rd Person. Image Credit: GTA Boom.

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JULY 29, 2019

Each company, even if a supporter of OpenXR, still has control over where their content is made available and which platforms support which headsets. A reference guide published by Khronos Group gives a high-level technical overview of the API’s structure. OpenXR 1.0 is now available on GitHub. The post OpenXR 1.0

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FEBRUARY 22, 2021

’ During the weekend prolific Microsoft leaker WalkingCat , the same individual responsible for leaking images of the Oculus Quest 2 back in July of 2020, posted two concept videos showcasing what appears to be Samsung’s take on a dedicated AR headset. Image Credit: WalkingCat.

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OCTOBER 10, 2021

Whether it be a personalized system such as the Looking Glass Portrait or more advanced experiences such as Microsoft’s multi-lingual mixed reality hologram powered by the HoloLens 2, it’s clear we’re entering a new era in immersive technology. billion pixels to each 3D object.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 10, 2020

Refer to the guide below for Mixed Reality headsets. To check if a PC meets the requirements to run Windows Mixed Reality, Microsoft offers the Windows Mixed Reality PC Check application. It is also available in the Microsoft Store. It’s a very easy process, so the video is quite short. Prerequisites. Oculus Rift.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Microsoft announced a bunch of new info related to the Windows VR headsets earlier this week, including a mention that they’d launch this “holiday.” First, a quick recap of all the exciting Windows VR news this week: Windows VR Headset and Controller Bundles Launch This Holiday Starting at $400. Dell Visor (VR118).

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NOVEMBER 23, 2017

All the headsets but one, Samsung’s Odyssey headset, are based on the same reference design provided by Microsoft, so they’re more or less the same outside of the obvious styling differences. Lenovo Explorer + Controller – $400. Dell Visor + Controller – $450. Dell Visor + Controller – $450.

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AUGUST 8, 2017

Microsoft’s new motion controllers for its Windows 10 VR headsets remain something of a mystery to us on the account of not having gone hands-on with them, but they’re finally starting to arrive at the doorsteps of developers. Together with Nima Zeighami, he unboxes the controllers in the video below.

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OCTOBER 3, 2017

Since Microsoft provided its list of OEMs the same reference design, all of the available headsets except Samsung Odyssey follow the basic specs below. At the lowest price tier for $400 (with controllers) is Acer’s retro-styled headset. HP matches Dell in pricing at $450 (with controllers). Front hinged display.

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DECEMBER 13, 2017

Microsoft is cutting prices even lower than their Black Friday and Cyber Monday deal with their one day-only sale that reduces the price of two of their least expensive headsets, Acer and Lenovo, to just $200. The Deals (with motion controllers). Acer Windows VR Headset $399.00 $199.00. HP VR Headset $449.00 $249.00.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Please refer to the Magic Leap 2 Developer Forum for current information and updates on the Magic Leap platform. Please refer to the Magic Leap 2 Developer Forum for current information and updates on the Magic Leap platform. Magic Leap Discord channel: On September 29th, 2023, Magic Leap Discord channel will no longer be available.

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MARCH 3, 2018

That’s why Microsoft is currently in development on a solution that would actually link two standard VR motion controllers together to simulate realistic tension and pressure. You’re packing dual pistols which feel great with your two motion controllers, but you’re thinking your shotgun might get the job done quicker.

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OCTOBER 22, 2018

Using what the company refers to as Anti-Screen Door Effect (Anti-SDE) Display technology, the Odyssey Plus is able to combat the notorious “Screen Door Effect” which can hamper a users experience and often lead to mild dizziness and nausea. The Samsung Odyssey Plus is available now for $499 via the Samsung and Microsoft stores.

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MARCH 31, 2021

Triad was an instrumental partner in bringing Valve’s tracking technology to production , with the photodiodes used in SteamVR headsets, tracking pucks, and motion controllers produced by Triad’s factory and shipped to off-shore manufacturing partners building XR equipment for brands like HTC, Pimax, Varjo , StarVR, and Valve.

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OCTOBER 17, 2017

Microsoft’s Windows 10 ‘Fall Creators Update’ is available for download today, making the operating system compatible with its line of Windows “Mixed Reality” VR headsets, which coincidentally are arriving on doorsteps and store shelves starting today too. HP matches Dell in pricing at $450 (with controllers).

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MAY 22, 2019

THE CONTROLS. No matter just how visually captivating the experience may be or how satisfying the gameplay is on the HP Reverb, at the end of the day you’re still—unfortunately—using a pair of Microsoft Mixed Reality controllers. In terms of comfort, the controllers are a disappointment. Image Credit: HP.

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JULY 2, 2018

Windows also hosts WMR-only games on the Microsoft Store. SEE ALSO Watch Windows VR Controllers Stand up to 'Beat Saber's' Hardest Song. At the time of this writing, a new HP VR headset and a pair of motion controllers can be had for as little as $200 on Amazon , or $250 lower than its MSRP. Image courtesy Valve.

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AUGUST 1, 2017

The headsets will support motion controllers , but it appears these aren’t available for developers just yet. The most notable feature of Microsoft’s design is the ‘inside-out tracking’—which shares some of its technology with Microsoft HoloLens—requiring no external devices or sensors to achieve positional tracking.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2022

For reference, the Quest Pro features 10 cameras; five inside and five outside. This isn’t counting the cameras on the new Touch Pro controllers. For instance, earlier this year Microsoft announced a partnership to utilize the AR2 Gen 1 chip for future products beyond the HoloLens 2.

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Road to VR

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Last week images of the Samsung Odyssey Windows VR headset leaked online, and although they seemed plenty legit, a new leak from Microsoft’s own website confirms the existence of the device and offers new details of this premium headset. Pack Leading Specs. So what makes it premium compared to the other Windows VR headsets?

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DECEMBER 3, 2018

The interactive fabrication system combines AR CAD editing with precise robotic control. In the video provided, Huaishu wears an Oculus Rift headset outfitted with an Ovrvision stereo camera as he designs a 3D model of a teapot in a 3D space using a pair of slightly-altered Oculus Touch controllers.

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MAY 17, 2017

These devices are being made with partners, a little like Microsoft works with partners for its Windows 10 headsets. The company worked with Qualcomm to create a reference design for these headsets, though it’s not clear if this is the existing reference designs the company has already showcased or new ones.

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OCTOBER 19, 2017

Microsoft’s ‘Windows Mixed Reality’ platform has finally landed and the first batch of supported VR headsets are hitting the streets. From that foundation, Microsoft’s partners, including Acer, have built the external look and feel of the headsets. Acer Windows VR Headset Review Summary. Photo by Road to VR.

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 4, 2019

Frontal view of the device (Image by Microsoft). The biggest news of the MWC for what concerns XR has been for sure the announcement of the HoloLens 2 by Microsoft. Image by Microsoft). Together with the HoloLens 2, Microsoft has also announced a new version of the Kinect, called Kinect Azure. HoloLens 2. Azure Kinect.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Today, the company has taken that process by unveiling the first reference design. As with any reference design, the idea is to help foster new products using the XR2 5G platform, with OEM’s able to make use of the extra power and functionality it offers.

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AUGUST 4, 2017

Microsoft is using the term “Mixed Reality” as an umbrella to encapsulate VR, AR, and all other related devices. For reference, I am currently using the HP headset on an HP Omen machine, which has a GTX 1060 GPU and Intel i5-7400 CPU with 8GB of RAM. Right off the bat let’s clarify that verbiage.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2017

Before we dig into Vive deals, it’s important to set a reference point so that we can understand what constitutes a good deal. Sans any sales, the HTC Vive MSRP is $600, which includes the base system (headset with standard strap, two base stations, two controllers, cables), and usually a smaller game, like Tilt Brush.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2017

Additionally, the program also has the ability to view a desktop window while in VR, so you can easily check reference images while you create, or just have a YouTube video playing in the background. MasterpieceVR features cross-play with HTC Vive and Oculus Rift, with Microsoft’s upcoming VR headsets soon to see support as well.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 29, 2020

For now, you can refer to the official Quick Start Guide. Azure is one of the best cloud providers (Image by Microsoft). There is no ETA for a similar feature for Microsoft Azure, not even for a one-click-install (like for WordPress) on your own self-hosted server. What about Azure and private servers?

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AUGUST 21, 2020

HoloLens 2 AR glasses (Image by Microsoft). Depending on the glasses and application, there is different information that can be displayed in your vision: Real-time location, movement, and speed information Applications from your phone such as music or phone Holographic training information and reference points. What Are AR Glasses?

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The Ghost Howls

JUNE 1, 2023

What surprised me in the features list is the presence of a heart rate sensor , which is not exactly clear how it is installed on the device (is it in the handles of the controllers? The AR content may be: The actual experience meant to be seen, and in this case, the smartphone acts just as a “controller” of the AR experience.

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ARPost

DECEMBER 10, 2022

Generally, “the cloud” refers to remote servers that do work off of a device. The solution allows IT specialists to “easily control and manage their entire RealWear device fleet from one easy-to-use interface.” The bigger your XR needs are, the larger your software needs are. But, what is the cloud anyway? Your Forecast: Cloudy.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Yesterday at Mobile World Congress, Microsoft unveiled HoloLens 2, the company’s next iteration of its enterprise-focused standalone AR headset. The strap, which is a firm but flexible material, wraps around to fit snugly under what Wikipedia scholars refer to as the occipital bone. The short answer: yes.

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APRIL 11, 2023

Microsoft has developed its mixed reality (MR) solutions with fresh updates on its Dynamics 365 Guides platform, the company announced in early April. The new tools will support deskless and frontline workers worldwide and follow numerous steps Microsoft has taken to promote its Mesh platform for MR experiences.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Samsung, in partnership with Microsoft, today announced the Samsung HMD Odyssey —a Windows VR headset expected to have some impressive specs. Other specs on the announced Samsung Odyssey headset include integrated AKG headphones and an array mics for voice commands, as well as two motion controllers.

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ARPost

MARCH 24, 2020

When many casual users think of extended reality, they think about big glasses and funny controllers. On a small scale, that means the orientation of a headset or the location of a controller. The “AR Cloud” that he refers to is a future digital environment composed of the “tags” from and for various applications.

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JANUARY 29, 2020

Many major tech organizations such as Apple, Facebook, Google, Microsoft, and Amazon are currently working on different types of smart glasses or headsets which are more affordable and widely available to consumers, which will eventually change how we view and interact with the world around us. Infotainment Trends.

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