At the Computex show, Microsoft showed a number of Windows ‘Mixed reality’ including updates from Asus and Dell. Microsoft is talking of the platform using the Microsoft Holographic brand.
Asus (left) and Dell (right) mixed reality headsets were shown at Computex. Click for higher resolution
Dell showed an early prototype at CES and has been worked on by the design team that works on the XPS PCs and Alienware PCs. There is cable routing, replaceable face cushions and a ‘halo-style’ headband with a flip up visor.
Products are expected to be ready for shipping later in the year, ideally ready for the year end holidays.
Acer and HP have already made their headsets available for pre-order at $299 and $329, respectively. Both have a pretty well identical specification (below) and those that saw the new Asus and Dell headsets would have very similar specs.
- Two high-resolution liquid crystal displays at 1440 x 1440
- 2.89” diagonal display size (x2)
- Front hinged display
- Double padded headband and easy adjustment knob for all day comfort
- 95º horizontal field of view
- Display refresh rate up to 90 Hz (native)
- Built-in audio out and microphone support through 3.5mm jack
- Single cable with HDMI 2.0 (display) and USB 3.0 (data) for connectivity
- 4.00m/0.60m removable cable
- Inside-out tracking
Microsoft has a number of partners for mixed reality headets
