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Microsoft’s release of a Windows SDK for Facebook — a native, open-source library that brings full Facebook login, Graph API access, feeds, photo uploads and Like functionality into Universal Windows apps — marks a deliberate push to make Windows a more attractive, social-first platform for...

Microsoft's HoloLens may have been sidelined, but a Microsoft designer's fan-made vision — the Copilot Veja — shows how the next wave of mixed‑reality thinking could trade heavy headsets for discreet, AI‑supercharged earbuds that "see" the world and speak answers back in real time. Background...

Microsoft’s trajectory as a global technology powerhouse is reflected not only in its comprehensive portfolio of software, services, and devices, but also in the very structure of its business. Delving beneath the broad headlines, it becomes clear that this company—founded in 1975 and now...

In a week that seemed tailor-made for tech enthusiasts, major headlines collided—from a humorous quip by Bill Gates on trading Windows versions to the promising early reviews of the highly anticipated RPG Avowed. Add to that some eyebrow-raising legal maneuvering by Nintendo, confusing cues from...

In a recent episode (Episode 356) of the Windows Central Podcast, hosts Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden delivered deep insights into some of the most stirring developments in the Microsoft universe. From the official shutdown of HoloLens and IVAS to discussions about AI misfires and Arm’s bold...

Oh, 2024. The year that had Microsoft riding a technicolor wave of triumphs, pitfalls, and some truly head-scratching moments. If it wasn’t the turbulent push for AI integration everywhere, it was the growing pains of Windows on Arm or the buzzkill that was Microsoft Recall. Let’s unpack the...

In a moment that feels reminiscent of the blockbuster premieres of the tech world, Microsoft has made waves at Ignite 2024 by unveiling a mixed reality (MR) version of its Windows portfolio designed specifically for Meta Quest headsets. This announcement signifies a bold pivot for Microsoft...

In this week’s Microsoft Weekly, there's a buzz in the tech community as Windows 11 version 24H2 officially makes its debut. Let’s dive deep into the new features of this update, Microsoft's other announcements, and how it all stacks against the ever-changing landscape of tech. Windows 11...

In an era where virtual reality (VR) continues to reshape the landscape of technology, Microsoft finds itself in a pivotal moment regarding its mixed-reality headset, the HoloLens 2. According to a recent report, Microsoft has announced that while it will continue to provide updates for critical...

The much-anticipated Windows 11 24H2 update has officially landed, promising a slew of enhancements and features. However, if you're a mixed reality headset user, it may be time to hit the brakes before rushing to update. Mixed reality, which blends the digital and physical worlds, is facing...

Hey everyone! Wow, time really flies. I can’t believe it’s been two weeks since I talked about our vision for mixed reality in the modern workplace and unveiled Microsoft Remote Assist and Microsoft Layout at Build! That was such a fun day for me and my team. The feedback from customers...

I hope this month’s mixed reality blog post finds you well! For this entry, I am going to focus on some of the amazing work we are seeing from customers and partners this week at the Hannover Messe (HM) show in Germany. Last year, we highlighted some exciting customer stories, including how...

I’m excited to share this month’s blog post with you all. In addition to highlighting some of the cool work we are seeing from the mixed reality community, I also have some important Simplygon news to share. In the time since we acquired Simplygon they have been working quickly to bring the...

Link Removed Last year around this time I had the chance to write a post about one of my favorite mixed reality uses cases – healthcare. Since that time, we have continued to see remarkable momentum for mixed reality across numerous facets of the industry. This week at Link Removed our team...

I am extremely excited to announce the latest update of the UWP Community Toolkit, v2.2. The credit for this release, as always, goes to the community, who have continued to support and improve the toolkit for each release. V2.2 introduces a new Parsers package, new controls and helpers, and...

It’s hard to believe that 2018 is almost two months old! Speaking on behalf of everyone on the mixed reality team at Microsoft, we are excited about the year to come. We have a lot of fun things planned. Because I love mixed reality so much, I thought February 14th (Valentine’s Day for those...

Black Marble, a member of Microsoft’s HoloLens Mixed Reality Partner Program (MRPP), is one of many agencies creating ground-breaking applications for HoloLens. It has seen the potential benefits that mixed reality brings to the enterprise, by blending virtual and physical worlds, enabling...

Mixed reality will unleash the creativity of every person and every organization on the planet. Our journey has been filled with key moments in time that have shown us what is possible as we enter this next era of computing, the era of mixed reality. From the introduction of Microsoft HoloLens...

Microsoft has a proven track record of transforming productivity: empowering people and organizations to achieve more. As part of the digital transformation that the modern workplace is currently undergoing, mixed reality is providing new ways for companies to visualize and interact with 3D...

Link Removed Dr. Olivier Elemento (left) alongside with his Ph.D students Neil Madhukar and Katie Gayvert, analyze medical network data (photo courtesy of the Englander Institute for Precision Medicine) Welcome! This is Making mixed reality, a series celebrating the passionate community...