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== | [[File:Acer VR Headset.png|thumb|Figure 1. Acer's Windows 10 Headset (Image: www.theverge.com)]] | ||
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== Introduction == | |||
The mixed reality headset targets developers and VR/AR enthusiasts with the | The Acer’s Windows 10 headset is one of the first [[head-mounted display|head-mounted displays]] (HMDs) developed in partnership with Microsoft for this company’s flagship operating system (OS). It is part of a new line of [[virtual reality]] (VR) headsets for the Windows 10, and one of the first to have a prototype ready for testing. The VR headset takes advantage of the VR and [[augmented reality]] (AR) capabilities provided by the [[Windows 10 Creators Update]]. | ||
Microsoft refers to this new range of headsets as [[mixed reality]] (MR), blurring the boundary between AR and VR. The mixed reality headset targets developers and VR/AR enthusiasts. It creates a virtual space where the user can interact with the OS by, for example, projecting Windows apps on the wall or in the middle of thin air. | |||
Acer’s VR headset uses positioning technology from the [[HoloLens]] project, avoiding the necessity of external infrared illuminators. Indeed, one of the core reasons for Microsoft to introduce its mixed reality headsets is the complexity of setting up virtual reality hardware, which could deter its adoption for some users. Microsoft aims to simplify the setup process - Acer’s headset is designed to be simply plug-and-play - and deliver virtual experiences to users in an affordable manner. | |||
There have been some issues with the early development kit; there were reports of ambient light affecting how the headset tracking works and causing the screen to black out. However, it is expected that these problems will be solved before its release to the general public. | |||
The first batch of the headset is scheduled to release in August 2017, at $300, and targets developers. The commercial version is expected to be available at the end of the year. | |||
== Features == | == Features == | ||
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https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/projects/campaigns/windows-mixed-reality | https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/projects/campaigns/windows-mixed-reality | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
* October | * October 2016: Microsoft announced a partnership with Acer for the development of a mixed reality headset. | ||
* January | * January 2017: Acer Mixed Reality Headset revealed to attendees at CES 2017. | ||
* August | * August 2017: Developer Version release date. | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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* https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/store/d/acer-windows-mixed-reality-headset-developer-edition/8pb4twx13m2n | * https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/store/d/acer-windows-mixed-reality-headset-developer-edition/8pb4twx13m2n | ||
* https://www.vrheads.com/windows-mixed-reality | * https://www.vrheads.com/windows-mixed-reality | ||
* http://www.pcmag.com/news/353384/hands-on-acers-windows-10-mixed-reality-headset | |||