Microsoft still expects an industrial tech revolution that will fundamentally change sectors like manufacturing and healthcare, and believes mixed reality is at the forefront.
Remote collaboration, 3D visualization, and AI-based predictions are some of the things set to change the way we work, and Microsoft hopes the Hololens 2 headset will continue to play a role.
The mixed reality headset the company launched before the pandemic finally gets a software update in the form of Windows 11, months after its computer-focused operating system launched.
Windows 11 for Hololens 2
Previously limited to Windows 10 variants, the free upgrade is expected to bring numerous security benefits and new features along with continued support for monthly security service updates. .
Some up-and-coming tools, such as the Edge WebView2 control, are also making their way into the OS in preview form ahead of the full release.
the user is Settings > Update & security > Check for updates While considering moving to Windows 11, the company describes the update as “optional” and encourages users to stay on Windows 10 “if they want to.” This is a completely different approach to the desktop OS the company has been pushing since launch.
Overall, the headset has been very slow in development and faced many challenges along the way. Develop an improved HoloLens Microsoft’s plans to create a third-generation for the U.S. Army after concerns over usability have reportedly been scrapped ahead of layoffs and financial cuts affecting workers on the project.
That said, despite the sudden success of artificial intelligence with the launch of ChatGPT, companies like Meta continue to focus on mixed reality. As a result, Microsoft’s continued efforts could put them in pole position should the headset eventually become obsolete.
