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How (and why) one Windows Mixed Reality hater became a believer
By Jez Corden published
I was wrong about Windows Mixed Reality, and I apologize.

Will Microsoft's smartglasses strategy be overshadowed by rivals?
By Jason Ward published
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.

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

Smartglasses as smartphones – why your social and privacy concerns may not matter
By Jason Ward published
The next generation of adults, unconcerned about social and privacy issues, may readily accept smartglasses as smartphone replacements.

Microsoft HoloLens and Insider chiefs suggest smartglasses will replace smartphones
By Jason Ward published
Microsoft's Dona Sarkar and Alex Kipman believe AR smartglasses will replace smartphones. And they may very well be right. Here's why.

Google Glass and HoloLens clash in the enterprise en route to consumers
By Jason Ward published
Google Glass is back and like Microsoft's HoloLens its fighting for the enterprise. Whichever wearable wins the enterprise will likely win consumers.

A media-focused HoloLens could help Microsoft bring AR to consumers
By Jason Ward published
With Apple's consumer-focused AR strategy, Microsoft's HoloLens and Windows Mixed Reality may be overshadowed. But media-focused HoloLens for home, targeted at consumers, could turn the tide.

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

What is ambient computing and why does it matter to you?
By Jason Ward published
Ambient computing is a term that is becoming more popular of late. But what is it and why does it matter to consumers, communities, society and tech companies?

Microsoft's 'Surface phone' should include AR glasses, a pen and exclusive apps
By Jason Ward published
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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