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Microsoft and Samsung are collaborating on new augmented reality project, says report
By Robert Carnevale published
The AR space is ripe for development, and if a new report is to be believed, Microsoft and Samsung are already on the case with a joint venture we'll see the fruits of in 2024.

Microsoft's metaverse brings ancient Greece to life with augmented reality
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft worked with the government of Greece to digitally recreate Olympia. People can explore the ruins through augmented reality on their smartphones or a HoloLens headset.

Reality Engine launches, welcoming you and your HoloLens to the metaverse
By Robert Carnevale published
"Metaverse" is the name of the game these days, and Reality Engine is aiming to make it easier to develop for.

A "HoloLens" for everyone; Microsoft is democratizing HoloLens tech
By Jason Ward last updated
When Microsoft introduced the untethered holographic computer that is the HoloLens nearly two years ago, everybody wanted one.

Microsoft leadership: Here's who is accountable for what in Redmond
By Jason Ward last updated
Microsoft's leaders bear the burden of guiding Microsoft through exciting and competitive times. Here's a quick look at the company's leadership.

Will Microsoft's smartglasses strategy be overshadowed by rivals?
By Jason Ward last updated
Microsoft recently communicated a vision to enable wearables that transition between AR and VR. Samsung and ODG may grab consumer mindshare with similar visions, however.

If 3D is for everyone, why isn't Microsoft marketing Paint 3D to anyone?
By Jason Ward last updated
Microsoft said its bringing 3D to everyone with Paint 3D. Sadly consumers don't know this because Microsoft hasn't told them.

Without a phone, Microsoft's AR efforts may be worthless
By Jason Ward last updated
Without a smartphone, Microsoft's augmented reality (AR) efforts may be overshadowed by Apple's ARKit and Google's ARCore phone-based approaches.

Microsoft's 'Surface phone' should include AR glasses, a pen and exclusive apps
By Jason Ward last updated
Before 2007 Microsoft's Windows Mobile OS had a dominant position in mobile. Before June 2017 Microsoft had an undisputed lead in augmented reality (AR) as well. In both instances, Apple flipped the script.
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