Sketch 360, the latest app from Microsoft Garage, lets you quickly prototype VR scenes
An equirectangular perspective grid helps you while you draw with a stylus, mouse, or your finger.
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Mixed reality
Microsoft patent could allow VR users to "see part of the outside world"
A new patent revealed Microsoft’s continued interest in systems for changing the opacity of the lens of a VR headset.
Microsoft reportedly aiming for a Q2 2019 release of next-gen HoloLens
The next-gen headset reportedly needs to spend a little more time in the oven, and Microsoft is now aiming for a a Q2 2019 release.
Microsoft's Dynamics 365 business applications for HoloLens are now generally available
Dynamics 365 Remote Assist and Dynamics 365 Remote Layout, two mixed reality business applications that leverage Microsoft's combination of CRM and ERP offerings are now generally available for enterprise users.
Windows 10 Mixed Reality Viewer gets an update and a rebrand - it's now 3D Viewer
Microsoft is rebranding is Mixed Reality Viewer Windows 10 app to 3D Viewer, bringing a fresh coat of pain to the UWP app along the way.
Microsoft is working on a solution for advertising in Mixed Reality
A Microsoft Garage team has created a solution to display sponsored content in mixed reality scenarios.
Here’s how Microsoft collects motion data to improve its mixed-reality products
Microsoft needs to collect a lot of data and information relating to physical characteristics to improve its products and services, especially in the mixed reality ecosystem.
Microsoft will soon let you see the real world when wearing a Windows Mixed Reality headset
Microsoft announced yesterday the addition of a Windows Mixed Reality "Flashlight" which will soon let you check in and see the real world while still wearing the headset.
Windows 10 Insider build 17686: Changes, fixes, and known issues
Wedsnday is becoming a staple for Windows 10 Insider releases as of late, and true to form, the Windows 10 development team just dropped the latest preview build 17686 to testers.
Build 2018: Microsoft brings Mixed Reality to Teams with Remote Assist, introduces real world scale 3D design with Layout
During the company's premier developer conference Build, Microsoft showcased some new advancements in its Mixed Reality platform experiences that it hopes developers will build experiences around.
Windows 10 RS4 build 17120 quickly jumps to the Slow Ring
Windows Insider lead Dona Sarkar took to her favorite announcement platform, Twitter to let Slow Ring Insiders know they grab and install build 17120 for their PCs.
Microsoft expands HoloLens Readiness Program in Europe
Following the release of HoloLens in several new markets last year, Microsoft is adding six new Europe-focused agency partners to HoloLens Agency Readiness Partner Program today.
Alex Kipman promises exciting innovation coming for HoloLens and AR/VR in 2018
Kipman opines over what he believes are the exciting trends augmented reality will see in the coming year as well what's in store for those waiting on exciting HoloLens news.
Asus Windows Mixed Reality headset now available at $429
If you've been holding out on buying a Windows Mixed Reality headset, there is now one more selection available on store shelves. ASUS' Windows Mixed Reality headset is now available for $429.
With latest reorg, Microsoft looks to evolve Windows Mixed Reality initiatives
The latest layoffs and reorg inside Microsoft looks to evolve the company's Windows Mixed Reality initiatives.
Microsoft Garage opens Reality Rooms to all MS employees
After opening internal makerspaces with 3D printers and more around the world, the Redmond giant has recently created several “Reality Rooms” at its Garage locations where employees can experiment with Mixed Reality
Microsoft adds four new Mixed Reality partners in Germany
Microsoft Germany announced today that four new companies are joining its Mixed Reality Partner Program in the country.
After acquisition, Microsoft brings Simplygon Cloud 3D optimization tools to the Azure Marketplace
The new cloud offering should be an interesting resource for developers looking to optimize 3D assets in a cost-effective way.
Some closing thoughts on Windows Mixed Reality and the Lenovo Explorer
Though I mentioned many aspects of the experience in my full review, I'm now following up with some more editorial like closing thoughts on Windows Mixed Reality.