VRScout

MAY 2, 2019

Following the announcement of the Microsoft HoloLens 2, Unity has revealed a new partnership with the US-based multinational technology company to release a developer-focused version of the upcoming mixed reality headset. Image Credit: Microsoft. The HoloLens 2 will be available exclusively through Microsoft.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 14, 2025

Only a few years ago, virtual reality headsets and extended reality technologies were little more than novelties. In fact, increasing adoption in the enterprise sector is one of the main reasons the market for virtual reality technologies is currently growing at a whopping CAGR of 26.9%. The use cases cover virtually every industry.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 24, 2024

Today, Microsoft is making its long—awaited Mesh for Teams immersive VR meeting platform available for enterprise end users. The service is now available for clients, allowing them to access Microsoft’s dynamic virtual remote meeting solution via desktop or Meta Quest headsets. Mesh is helping us achieve that.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Extended reality technologies are revolutionizing industries at an incredible pace. A quick look at some of the top Microsoft XR enterprise success stories is all it takes to see how innovative, immersive solutions are transforming everything from training to customer service.

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ARPost

AUGUST 31, 2020

The use of VR technology in criminal justice is not entirely new. Today, advances in technology have made it even more accurate and reliable, widening its use in various areas of the criminal justice system. In recent years, VR and other immersive technologies have been gradually integrated into the legal system.

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VRScout

MARCH 8, 2022

Earlier today, Slovakian software company Matsuko announced plans to premiere its new holographic communication app later this week during the 14th annual SXSW Pitch. The app uses a combination of AR and AI technology to project life-like 3D holograms over your real-world environment using an iPhone and compatible XR devices.

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Road to VR

JANUARY 31, 2025

The company additionally announced the appointment of David Baron as Chief Operating Officer, a founding executive at Hulu, and industry veteran of Fox Digital Media, Paramount, and Microsoft. “Every step of animation requires a specialized toolfrom assets to previsualization to rendering and review.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JUNE 8, 2022

During the Cisco LIVE 2022 conference for digital enterprise solutions next week, Vection Technologies will preview 3D Frame, a plug-in for Webex Meetings that adds immersive Metaverse features. The service also comes with a rich software development kit (SDK) that enables individuals or firms to develop custom integrated applications.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Understanding how the XR hardware market is expected to shift is necessary for businesses wanting to stay ahead of technology trends; if a company does not catch the current cycle, it can become problematic over time. The firm has recently dropped support for HoloLens while also patenting AI-powered MR headset technology.

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Road to VR

JUNE 20, 2023

Amid mounting pressure from Sony with the recent launch of its PSVR 2 headset for PlayStation 5, Microsoft again affirmed that it’s still waiting for the technology to mature before offering any sort of dedicated VR software or hardware for Xbox.

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VRScout

JULY 12, 2021

In terms of compatibility, the platform is cross-compatible with nearly every major VR & AR device, including the HTC Vive, Oculus Quest 2, Microsoft HoloLens 2, as well as AR-enabled iOS and Android devices; it’s never been easier to take your friends’ money! Image Credit: XR Casino. “XR

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 15, 2025

Countless reports and case studies have shown that virtual reality technologies can improve employee engagement and performance, minimize stress, and even enhance customer experiences. VR headsets and intuitive apps like Microsoft Teams Immersive Spaces allow employees worldwide to share a virtual space and connect in real-time.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 24, 2023

Last Friday, Microsoft-owned immersive social platform Altspace VR (virtual reality) announced the closure of its service effective March 10, 2023. The decision comes following recent lay offs at Microsoft. The entire division faces an uncertain future following Microsoft laying off 11,000 workers this month.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JUNE 7, 2022

Several factors have accelerated the adoption of XR technology in the corporate landscape. The chances are not everyone in your team will be able to leverage this technology every day. Knowing exactly what you want to accomplish with your new investment will help you to set goals and track the outcomes of your technology.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

This week at Ignite 2024, Microsoft announced that it would launch a mixed reality (MR) version of its Windows portfolio for Meta Quest headsets. The news comes as the firm drops support for HoloLens, seemingly highlighting the firm’s shift towards becoming an immersive software provider rather than a hardware one.

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MARCH 17, 2025

Varjo, the Finland-based maker of high-end XR headsets, announced they’re releasing a new paid licensing structure next month which will include some of XR-4’s previously free software features. The company’s latest line of XR-4 headsets released in late 2023 without the need for a subscription however.

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JANUARY 15, 2025

Alternatively, read our behind-the-scenesguide to comparing VR headsets and vendors here for tips on how to choose the right technology for your workplace. Organizations can even use software to guide new employees through simulations on how to complete certain tasks, or use specific equipment and tools.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 24, 2023

Last Friday, Microsoft-owned immersive social platform Altspace VR (virtual reality) announced the closure of its service effective March 10, 2023. The decision comes following recent lay offs at Microsoft. The entire division faces an uncertain future following Microsoft laying off 11,000 workers this month.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 29, 2025

Meta offers companies a wide range of powerful (and affordable) hardware options, flexible applications, and software solutions to help them unlock the power of extended reality. Tracking Performance and Engagement You cant excel at Meta Quest ROI optimization if you dont have a way to track the impact your technology has on your team.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Between ups and downs, the industry and its leading firms fought through a crashing technology market introduced in 2023, where many XR firms and other related digital solutions providers suffered greatly due to a lack of capital and investments. Meta Quest 2, 3, and Pro gain Microsoft 365 Office tools. 2023 saw many XR giants crumble.

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VRScout

JANUARY 12, 2018

Learning to play the piano is getting an immersive upgrade with a new augmented reality (AR) piano training software called Music Everywhere. Founded in 2017, Music Everywhere began at Carnegie Mellon’s ETC with Seth Glickman, Fu Yen Hsiao, and Byunghwan Lee realizing the nascent technology could be used for skills training.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

First discovered by RoadtoVR , Google earlier this month posted several job listings seeking engineers and developers with experience regarding VR technology. With companies such as Microsoft, Nintendo, and Facebook all in development of their own game streaming services, cloud VR gaming could help set Google Stadia apart from the pack.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

How much do you know about Microsoft XR for enterprises? While Microsoft might not have the same selection of proprietary hardware solutions as companies like Meta, the company is still deeply invested in extended reality. Want to learn more about Microsofts XR Vision?

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Following Facebook’s big reveal at its Connect 2021 and 2022 events, the company announced a series of technological updates. avatar and Avatar software development kit (SDK) generate photorealistic avatars for users. Microsoft is already vying for the Metaverse after its massive $67 billion deal with Activision Blizzard.

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The Ghost Howls

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

It is its Reality Labs division, the same one working on XR headsets, that is developing the hardware and the software for these AI-powered robots that can handle everyday household tasks. The company plans to roll out the features as part of a software upgrade and they could be available in beta version for developers as soon as this week.

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JULY 8, 2024

Microsoft is squarely at the forefront of the immersive technology race. Along with Lenovo, Apple, Pico, Meta, and XREAL, Microsoft has become a top player in the market. Microsoft is notably receptive towards XR application flexilibty and acecssiblity, with the new OpenXR coding feature in Windows Holographic version 1.1.

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ARPost

JUNE 2, 2020

However, it isn’t stopping immersive technologies from evolving. Microsoft HoloLens on the Frontlines. Microsoft HoloLens on the Frontlines. Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has led a project , introducing Microsoft HoloLens to medical professionals in high-risk London hospitals. Let’s get right into it.

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JULY 29, 2022

Microsoft’s big defense contract that looks to supply the US Army with modified HoloLens AR headsets isn’t going so well. Even then, that was allegedly $200 million short of what Microsoft needed to recuperate development costs. The subcommittee cites concerns based around the program’s overall effectiveness.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Once considered science fiction, holographic technology has evolved at a rapid pace over the last several years. The system is powered by a combination of the company’s proprietary WaveTracer hardware and software. SolidLight, Light Field Lab’s new holographic platform, is only further evidence of this.

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VRScout

MAY 9, 2022

Microsoft has partnered with German automotive manufacturer Volkswagon to develop an AR (augmented reality) GPS navigation system powered by Microsoft’s HoloLens 2 mixed reality headset. In 2018, Microsoft and Volkswagon partnered once again to solve this long-running conundrum. Image Credit: Microsoft.

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VRScout

MAY 17, 2018

One of the main reasons companies have doubled-down on their use of this immersive technology is its unarguable cost-effectiveness. “After introducing VR technology in production and logistics one year ago, more than 100 people are currently already using VR applications regularly,” said Abmerier.

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The Ghost Howls

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Military simulations are one of the fields where virtual reality has always been an important technology , even before that VR had its new renaissance in 2012. Bohemia Interactive Simulations (BISim) is a global software company at the forefront of simulation training solutions for defense and civilian organizations. And what about AR?

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

OCTOBER 5, 2022

What’s more, Meta’s flexibility makes it easy to combine Oculus headsets with state-of-the-art technology and software for building prototypes and designs. Perhaps the go-to solution for mixed reality innovation in the construction space, Microsoft provides businesses with a unique opportunity to combine real and virtual landscapes.

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Road to VR

AUGUST 26, 2020

Other major headset makers, like Microsoft and its HoloLens 2, have also honed in on hand-tracking as a key input method. But hand-tracking isn’t a ‘solved’ problem, making it a challenge for organizations that don’t have the resources of Facebook and Microsoft to work out their own hand-tracking solution.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

OCTOBER 17, 2022

With the right technology, business leaders can enhance everything from virtual reality events and webinars to collaboration sessions. Today, we’re looking at some of our top reviews of tools featuring spatial technology, to help offer an insight into what this innovation can offer. VIVE Pro Eye. Magic Leap Developer Suite.

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VRScout

APRIL 24, 2023

pic.twitter.com/DDOfTMCxH5 — Ray Wong (@raywongy) April 21, 2023 Humane’s wearable, which was developed through the use of AI technology, mimics how people interact with the world around them. “In In the future, AI technology will be both ambient and contextual,” said Chaudhri during his TEDTalk.

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ARPost

APRIL 21, 2022

Avatar Dimension is the only Microsoft Mixed Reality Capture Studio on the East Coast. It created a transportable stage comprised of the same technology present in its physical studio. It also features Microsoft’s capture and rendering pipeline. With Microsoft as a partner, Avatar Dimensions is securing its future in this field.

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