Mixed reality is the result of blending the physical world with the digital world. Mixed reality is the next evolution in human, computer, and environment interaction and unlocks possibilities that before now were restricted to our imaginations. It is made possible by advancements in computer vision, graphical processing power, display technology, and input systems.
Now, the combination of all three – computer processing, human input, and environmental input – sets the opportunity to create true mixed reality experiences. Movement through the physical world can translate to movement in the digital world. Boundaries in the physical world can influence application experiences, such as game play, in the digital world. Without environmental input, experiences cannot blend between the physical and digital realities.
Because the software, APIs, and core building blocks are shared across Windows Mixed Reality, you can invest in one platform to build experiences for HoloLens, VR headsets, or even experiences that target both.
Your VR experiences run on mixed reality headsets with a range of price points and features. Build UWP apps for the Microsoft Store, or Win32 apps for SteamVR; build for integrated graphics cards or high-end gaming rigs—the choice is yours.
With the advanced environmental understanding, built-in processors, and see-through holographic display of HoloLens, your mixed reality app can change the way people collaborate, visualize, learn, and create in 3D.