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Report: Global VR Hardware Revenue To Hit $3.6 Billion in 2017

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After a mixed year for VR hardware sales in 2016, two new separate reports are painting a more optimistic outlook for the VR market going forward. In a new consumer VR report just released by SuperData Research , the findings show that global VR hardware revenue is expected to hit $3.6 billion in 2017, up 142% year-over-year.

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Report: Lenovo’s Windows MR/VR Headset to Launch Mid-August or Earlier

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One of the first in a line of Windows Holographic powered immersive devices, Lenovo’s first mixed reality headset will be here in time for US “back to school”, according to Lenovo’s North America VP of Consumer Products Mike Abary. Images courtesy Windows Central.

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Vancouver’s VR/AR Global Summit Puts Content First

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Constantly seeking the rush of engaging with new material, consumers aren’t gripped by their hardware – phones, TVs, or laptops – but are drawn in by unique, well-crafted content. . Now, the hardware cycle is drawing to a close. Making hardware is incredibly hard, expensive, and time consuming,” continues Fink.

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VR Horror Game Don’t Knock Twice Gets Release Date

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in North America and £15.99 Due to Microsoft’s lack of VR support, Xbox owners will only pay $14.99/£9.99. The developers stress that the game includes options to make the experience creepy and immersive regardless of what hardware players happen to own. Pre-orders on Steam and Xbox One begin today.

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The Market Growth of Mixed Reality

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billion, predominantly in North America. Although MR hardware costs are still relatively expensive, as hardware innovation continues, the space will become more accessible. 2022 is a breakout year for MR hardware and software. The growth comes from increased investments in hardware devices, software, and platforms.

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Your VR Guide To Black Friday Deals

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Bundle for North America markets only). 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. The Black Friday and Cyber Monday deal will be available online and in all retail locations where Vive is sold.

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Beloved former Nintendo prez craps all over Facebook and the metaverse

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“The last number I saw was that, in total – and not just Oculus – in total, about 20 million VR devices have been sold,” said Fils-Aimé “When I was running Nintendo, that was a good year, one year, in terms of hardware sell-through.” ” It doesn't end there.