Microsoft is allegedly canceling its HoloLens 3, the next-gen version of its mixed-reality headset. Now, some experts are taking this as a sign that the tech firm's AR/VR technology will soon end.
(Photo : Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 30: Microsoft's HoloLens is demonstrated during the 2016 Microsoft Build Developer Conference on March 30, 2016 in San Francisco, California. The Microsoft Build Developer Conference runs through April 1.
Right now, Microsoft is one of the company's that offers virtual and augmented reality wearables. Aside from the software giant, Meta also focuses on creating new virtual platforms that will provide a better immersive experience to its users.
However, it seems like Microsoft will soon be leaving the mixed-reality innovations to other tech manufacturers. A source, who is familiar with the company's AR works, confirmed this detail.
Microsoft HoloLens 3 Cancellation is Bad News
According to Gizmodo's latest report, an individual familiar with Microsoft's works claimed that the alleged HoloLens 3 cancellation is a sign that the company will no longer provide new mixed-reality technologies.
A new virtual reality gaming head set titled the Microsoft HoloLens sit on display at a media event for new Microsoft products on October 6, 2015 in New York City. Microsoft also unveiled a tablet titled the Surface Pro 4, a laptop titled the Surface Book and a phone titled the Lumia 950.
Also Read: Immersive Tech Offering a Peek into the Future of Virtual Reality Entertainment
Meanwhile, multiple sources claimed that Microsoft tried to partner with Samsung. This collaboration is expected to create more mixed-reality devices.
However, the partnership did not succeed. Some employees even called the failed collaboration a "sh*t show." Although Microsoft's AR/VR business is now in a bad position, some people working with the company want it to continue enhancing its mixed-reality innovations.
But, some staff are now planning to transfer to Meta. This shows that Microsoft's AR/VR tech is now facing uncertainty.
What's the Problem of Microsoft?
XDA Developers reported that various issues are affecting the rise of Microsoft's mixed-reality technology. One of the major problems is the plan of the company's CEO.
Satya Nadella explained that the company really wants to develop metaverse software that other companies can use for their AR and VR headsets.
This means that the mixed-reality hardware is not really the thing of Microsoft. If you want to see more details about this issue, click this link.
In other news, Apple released Beats Studio Buds' firmware update, which brings some bug fixes and performance enhancements. Meanwhile, Oculus Quest 2 update for V.37 patch was launched.
For more news updates about Microsoft and its upcoming activities, always keep your tabs open here at TechTimes.
Related Article: Apple AR/VR Headset's Potential Name | 'Apple Goggles' or 'Apple Vision?'
This article is owned by TechTimes
Written by: Griffin Davis
