The era of Windows Mixed Reality begins October 17

Thứ Tư, 04/10/2017, 18:07
Samsung launches new headset as Microsoft announces partner device pre-orders, AltspaceVR acquisition, and new SteamVR mixed reality program.


At San Francisco event, 3 Oct, Microsoft’s mixed reality vision also marked other milestone. Microsoft unveiled a Windows Mixed Reality headset from Samsung, the Samsung HMD Odyssey, which joins the family of Windows Mixed Realit headsets.

Mr. Alanna Cotton, Vice President and General Manager, Samsung Electronics America shared: “When we began designing and engineering the Samsung HMD Odyssey with Microsoft, there was only one goal in mind, create a high performing headset that’s easy to set up and can transport people to the incredible world of virtual reality.

Powered with dual AMOLED displays which Samsung is known for, that result in vivid colors and the highest resolution in the industry, built-in spatial AKG headphones, inside-out tracking, built-in microphone, and quick, responsive motion controllers, the Samsung HMD Odyssey immerses users with a 110° field of view as they discover the new frontier of Windows Mixed Reality.

Samsung is committed to working across platforms to build cutting-edge technology, and we’re excited to partner with Microsoft to shape the future of virtual reality. But most of all, we can’t wait for you to take the Samsung HMD Odyssey out for a spin, and see it for yourself.”

On October 17, Windows Mixed Reality fans can enjoy the more than 20,000 apps in the Microsoft Store. Microsoft recently annouced that the hottest VR games are coming to the Microsoft Store and Windows Mixed Reality — titles like Obduction and Dreams of Dali from InceptionVR, Space Pirate Trainer, Superhot, Arizona Sunshine, Luna, Skyworld, Move, Free the Night, Minecraft, Fantastic Contraption, and more will take advantage of the Universal Windows Platform.

Gamers love choice, and there is no bigger collection of VR games than on Steam. Last month Microsoft shared about co-working with Valve to run SteamVR content on Windows Mixed Reality immersive headsets. Starting today, developers will be provided access to the Windows Mixed Reality SteamVR preview so they can try out their experiences. This holiday, consumers will get access to this preview.

Also on October 17, Halo fans will be able to get their first glimpse of what mixed reality and Halo can feel like. Bonnie Ross, Head of 343 Industries, joined us as a holographic presenter to share details about Halo Recruit, a fun, brief introduction into the world of Halo – where they will see several iconic characters in mixed reality for the very first time.

At the same day, Microsoft shared the talented team at AltspaceVR joined Microsoft. AltspaceVR is one of the pioneers in immersive communications bringing people together in virtual reality from over 160 countries to attend meetups, comedy shows, yoga classes, dance parties, and large-scale events hosted by NBC, Reggie Watts, Justin Roiland, Drew Carey and more.

Mixed reality on Windows PCs all begins with the upcoming release of the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. It’s the first spatial operating system – complete with a library of content that will inspire users, and a portfolio of the best, easiest to use and most affordable headsets paired with the most powerful motion controllers.

PCMag & Microsoft