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Developing the Future of Mixed Reality

Tech Trends VR

In spite of the fact we’re joking around and playing Angry Birds on Magic Leap, the whole thing feels very grown up, in the sense that these guys are in this for the long haul, and so, they reckon, is the business of making Mixed Reality.

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AR and MR Headsets and Glasses 2019 and 2020 Overview

ARPost

2019 was a big year for XR headsets, applications, and technology. Microsoft set machine learning to design the MR headset to be as usable as possible despite the fact that it works entirely using gesture controls. Magic Leap 1. The only real competition for the Microsoft’s HoloLens is the Magic Leap 1.

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The 9 Most Anticipated AR Glasses of 2023 and Onwards

TechPrior

With a design philosophy that emphasizes user-centricity, Apple Glasses are expected to redefine AR experiences, offering a blend of luxury, technology, and seamless integration with the iOS ecosystem. Key Features: Gesture-controlled commands: Navigate the digital world with intuitive gestures.

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U.S. Army To Receive 100,000 Microsoft HoloLens Headsets

VRScout

According to a Bloomberg article, Microsoft HoloLens technology will be used to increase the lethality of soldiers by enhancing their ability to detect, decide, and engage the enemy. A Microsoft spokesman told Bloomberg, “Augmented reality technology will provide troops with more and better information to make decisions.

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XR Today’s 2022 Microsoft HoloLens 2 Review

XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

The HoloLens 2 offers see-through holographic lenses with waveguide technology. Most current headsets such as the Magic Leap 2 and Meta Quest Pro sport up to 256 GB of storage. It includes gesture controls for interacting with real-time 3D (RT3D) content. Audio and mic.

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XR Today’s 2023 Microsoft HoloLens 2 Review

XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

According to Microsoft’s spec sheet, here are its key features: Display The HoloLens 2 offers see-through holographic lenses with waveguide technology. Most current headsets such as the Magic Leap 2 and Meta Quest Pro sport up to 256 GB of storage. It also integrates a 5-mic array for communication and voice commands.

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How Will Xiaomi’s AR Smart Glasses Square Up with Rivals?

XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

Regarding hand tracking, Xiaomi’s latest AR smart glasses boast micro gesture controls, leading to enhanced human-computer interfacing (HCI) capabilities. These allow users to swipe virtual pages in manuals and eBooks, exit apps, navigate maps, and other controls.

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