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[[File:Windows 10 VR headset virtual space.png|thumb|Figure 1. Virtual space using Windows 10 VR headsets (Image: www.digitaltrends.com)]]
[[File:Windows 10 VR headset virtual space.png|thumb|Figure 1. Virtual space using Windows 10 VR headsets (Image: www.digitaltrends.com)]]


Windows 10 has received new [[virtual reality]] capabilities with the [[Windows 10 Creators Update]]. With this Windows update, [[Microsoft]] joins the list of technology companies that are invested in the virtual reality ([[VR]]) business. It allows for a [[Virtual Reality Devices|device]] manufacturer to build a [[VR headset]] powered by Windows 10. Microsoft announced that companies like HP Inc, Lenovo, Dell, Acer, and ASUS would produce VR headsets based on the new Windows 10 feature <ref name=”1”> Vanian, J. (2016). Here’s how Microsoft is bringing virtual reality to Windows 10. Retrieved from http://fortune.com/2016/10/26/microsoft-virtual-reality-business/</ref> <ref name=”2”> Griliopolous, D. (2016). What Windows 10 means for VR and AR. Retrieved from http://www.techradar.com/news/software/operating-systems/what-windows-10-means-for-vr-and-ar-1317919</ref>.
.Windows 10 has received new [[virtual reality]] capabilities with the [[Windows 10 Creators Update]]. With this Windows update, [[Microsoft]] joins the list of technology companies that are invested in the virtual reality ([[VR]]) business. It allows for a [[Virtual Reality Devices|device]] manufacturer to build a [[VR headset]] powered by Windows 10. Microsoft announced that companies like HP Inc, Lenovo, Dell, Acer, and ASUS would produce VR headsets based on the new Windows 10 feature <ref name=”1”> Vanian, J. (2016). Here’s how Microsoft is bringing virtual reality to Windows 10. Retrieved from http://fortune.com/2016/10/26/microsoft-virtual-reality-business/</ref> <ref name=”2”> Griliopolous, D. (2016). What Windows 10 means for VR and AR. Retrieved from http://www.techradar.com/news/software/operating-systems/what-windows-10-means-for-vr-and-ar-1317919</ref>.


3D and virtual reality are at the heart of Microsoft’s plans for Windows 10, as the date of release of several low-cost VR headsets - designed to run the flagship OS - comes closer. Furthermore, these headsets will be capable of producing what Microsoft is calling ‘[[Mixed Reality]]’ experiences, in which the headsets can display both the physical and digital world, and intermix the two for user interaction <ref name=”1”></ref> <ref name=”3”> Heath, N. (2016). Next spring, Microsoft will be releasing Windows 10 Creators Update, a 3D-focused revamp for its flagship OS. Retrieved from http://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-10-to-get-3d-makeover-for-new-299-vrar-headsets/</ref>.
3D and virtual reality are at the heart of Microsoft’s plans for Windows 10, as the date of release of several low-cost VR headsets - designed to run the flagship OS - comes closer. Furthermore, these headsets will be capable of producing what Microsoft is calling ‘[[Mixed Reality]]’ experiences, in which the headsets can display both the physical and digital world, and intermix the two for user interaction <ref name=”1”></ref> <ref name=”3”> Heath, N. (2016). Next spring, Microsoft will be releasing Windows 10 Creators Update, a 3D-focused revamp for its flagship OS. Retrieved from http://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-10-to-get-3d-makeover-for-new-299-vrar-headsets/</ref>.
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===Headsets===
===Headsets===
'''[[Acer Windows Mixed Reality Headset]]'''
'''[[Acer Windows Mixed Reality Headset]]'''
'''[[Asus HC102]]'''
'''[[Dell Visor]]'''


'''[[HP Windows Mixed Reality Headset]]'''
'''[[HP Windows Mixed Reality Headset]]'''


'''[[Asus HC102]]'''
'''[[Lenovo Explorer]]'''
 
'''[[Lenovo Windows Mixed Reality Headset]]'''


'''[[Dell Visor]]'''
'''[[Samsung Odyssey]]'''


===Basic VR Headset Specs===
===Basic VR Headset Specs===
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===Pre-Built PCs===
===Pre-Built PCs===
====Windows Mixed Reality PCs====
[[Windows Mixed Reality PCs]] - desktops and laptops will allow the immersive headsets will run at 60 frames per second.  
[[Windows Mixed Reality PCs]] - desktops and laptops will allow the immersive headsets will run at 60 frames per second.  


[[Windows Mixed Reality Ultra PCs]] - desktops and laptops that will allow the immersive headsets to run at 90 frames per second.  
'''Specifications'''<ref name="pcguidelines">https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/mixed-reality/windows_mixed_reality_minimum_pc_hardware_compatibility_guidelines</ref>
 
*'''Operating System''': Windows 10 Fall Creators Update (RS3) - Home, Pro, Business, Education
*'''Processor''': Intel Core i5 7200U (7th generation mobile), dual core with Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology enabled (or better)
*'''RAM''': 8GB DDR3 dual channel (or better)
*'''Free disk space''': At least 10 GB
*'''Graphics Card''': Integrated Intel® HD Graphics 620 (or greater) DX12-capable integrated GPU (Check if your model is greater) NVIDIA MX150/965M (or greater) DX12-capable discrete GPU
*'''Graphics Driver''': Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) 2.2 (7/24/2017 or later)
*'''Graphics display port''': HDMI 1.4 or DisplayPort 1.2
*'''Display''': Connected external or integrated VGA (800x600) display (or better)
*'''USB connectivity''': USB 3.0 Type-A or Type-C
*'''Bluetooth connectivity (for motion controllers)''': Bluetooth 4.0
*'''Expected headset framerate''': 60 Hz
 
====Windows Mixed Reality Ultra PCs====
[[Windows Mixed Reality Ultra PCs]] - desktops and laptops that will allow the immersive headsets to run at 90 frames per second.
 
'''Specifications'''<ref name="pcguidelines">https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/mixed-reality/windows_mixed_reality_minimum_pc_hardware_compatibility_guidelines</ref>
 
*'''Operating System''': Windows 10 Fall Creators Update (RS3) - Home, Pro, Business, Education
*'''Processor''': Intel Core i5 4590 (4th generation), quad core (or better) AMD Ryzen 5 1400 3.4Ghz (desktop), quad core (or better)
*'''RAM''': 8GB DDR3 (or better)
*'''Free disk space''': At least 10 GB
*'''Graphics Card''': NVIDIA GTX 960/1050 (or greater) DX12-capable discrete GPU AMD RX 460/560 (or greater) DX12-capable discrete GPU GPU must be hosted in a PCIe 3.0 x4+ Link slot
*'''Graphics Driver''': Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) 2.2 (7/17/2017 or later)
*'''Graphics display port''': HDMI 2.0 or DisplayPort 1.2
*'''Display''': Connected external or integrated VGA (800x600) display (or better)
*'''USB connectivity''': USB 3.0 Type-A or Type-C
*'''Bluetooth connectivity (for motion controllers)''': Bluetooth 4.0
*'''Expected headset framerate''': 90 Hz


==Accessories==
==Accessories==
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==Apps==
==Apps==
[[Windows Mixed Reality Apps]]
[[Steam]] [[Games]] and [[Experiences]]
[[Steam]] [[Games]] and [[Experiences]]


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