Microsoft releases HoloLens OS Preview RS5 build 17753
Microsoft has released a new previous version of the HoloLens operating system. The update is Redstone 5 build 17753, and is for Windows Insiders on the fast ring. So far Microsoft haven’t release any details on what has changed but it probably contains many of the fixes included in this…
The Digital Lifestyle Show #667 – Build 19173
Welcome to this week’s podcast where Jason, Garry and Richard are hosting the show. Garry talks about his experiences at IFA, including taking the trip in the electric car. They discuss the new Acer Windows Mixed Reality headset launched at IFA, ARM powered Windows devices, the 5th anniversary of Microsoft’s…
Windows Mixed Reality usage on SteamVR hits 7.18%
Windows Mixed Reality has seen another usage boost on SteamVR in August. Microsoft’s Windows Mixed Reality accounted for 7.18% usage on SteamVR in August up from 6.25%. SteamVR’s survey does not include Windows Mixed Reality games played directly for the native Cliff House or Skyloft but it does give an…
The Digital Lifestyle Show #666 – Jason’s Optimism
Welcome to this week’s podcast where Jason, Richard and I talk about Garry’s trip to Berlin in an electric car, we talk about my impressions of the Surface Go, we talk Xbox subscriptions, Windows Insider builds, Project Cars 2 in VR and lots more. Links for this week’s show: Windows…
Acer launches new Windows Mixed Reality Headset
Today at IFA in Berlin, Acer have launched a brand new Windows Mixed Reality headset. The new headset has detachable design, built in audio and adjustable IPD. The front of the headset detaches so you can clean it, and here is a hard strap or soft washable head strap. For…
Acer Holo 360 Camera Review (with video)
In this review, I will be looking at the Acer Holo 360 camera. Since getting in to virtual reality, I have become interested in 360-degree pictures and videos. You can take 360 photos using a smart phone but it requires you to take multiple shots and then they are stitched…
The Digital Lifestyle Show #665 – Richard’s Raves
Welcome to this week’s TDL Show! This week Garry, Richard and I talk about topics like Nvidia’s new graphics cars, Garry’s electric car trip, Windows 10 builds, Windows Mixed Reality, new Apple hardware and lots more. We also talk about Contana and Alexa integration. Links from this week’s show: Video:…
The Digital Lifestyle Show #664 – Not Magic and not a Leap?
Welcome to this week’s podcast where Garry, Richard and I talk over the weeks tech news. We talk live streaming video in 360, Windows 10 builds, how using a better PC Windows Mixed Reality really improves the experience, Your Phone and Microsoft Edge gets the thumbs up. We also discus…
Microsoft releases new HoloLens OS update: HoloLens Preview 17737
Microsoft have released a new Redstone 5 build for the HoloLens. The new build is 17737 and contains a new number of bug fixes and enhancements for the OS. They have fixed issues with Bluetooth mice, fixed Cortana issues and fixed camera crashing issues. There are still some known issues…
Video: SteamVR integrated with Windows Mixed Reality in Redstone 5
One of the great new features coming to Windows Mixed Reality with the next update Windows 10 is integration with SteamVR. Currently StreamVR operates separately to Windows Mixed Reality so to launch a game like Beat Saber while wearing a Windows Mixed Reality headset you have to use the desktop…
