Microsoft in 2017Windows 10 Fall Creators UpdateThe Windows Mixed Reality platform launched with it will definitely no longer be available in the future.
Software including the Windows Mixed Reality platform and the Mixed Reality Portal App will be included in future updates of the Windows operating system.removed, which means that Microsoft will no longer focus its development on virtual visual application experience.
The Windows Mixed Reality platform was first launched in 2017, mainly used in conjunction with the popular virtual vision technology applications at the time. It even cooperated with Acer, Lenovo, HP, Samsung and other manufacturers to launch virtual vision headsets compatible with this platform. In addition, it is also deeply compatible with the virtual vision headsets launched by HTC, Oculus, Valve and other manufacturers. At the same time, it also plans a series of digital work experiences that combine virtual vision interaction.
However, with limited breakthroughs in virtual vision technology in recent years, Microsoft apparently plans to shift its development focus to different markets, such as the currently more popular automatic generative artificial intelligence.
Even if Microsoft discontinues its Windows Mixed Reality platform, it will clearly not affect the development of its HoloLens headset, which it is currently collaborating with the US military and other organizations to introduce. Reports indicate that Microsoft has halted all development work on the HoloLens 3, but Microsoft spokesperson Frank Shaw later clarified that the company remains committed to the product.
Overall, Microsoft is unlikely to abandon its VR application strategy easily, but it may instead partner with industry players like Meta and bring its application services and cloud technologies to relevant products. For example, it recently brought Office software and Xbox gaming experiences to the Quest series of VR headsets.
