Microsoft requires developers to learn in the virtual reality sector with applications and content through a contest suggesting a virtual reality kit cardboard, free for participants of a hackathon, which will take place October 17 in Russia. A promotional image, Microsoft VR kit will be provided to any applicant with suggestions "successful".
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The kit, which is similar to google cardboard, allows you to slide your smartphone and use it as a viewfinder to see the virtual reality content through the screen. The original page where the contest was published is currently inaccessible, suggesting that it is possible that the information has been inadvertently disclosed. There is no official information about the event.
We are all unable to confirm if that virtual reality kit will be compatible with a variety of devices, or if it is exclusive to Lumia. We do not know if Microsoft launches its own platform and the type of content that will be published. Maybe the competition will help to populate it.
For developers and the general public
A screenshot of the event found by Thurrott noted that the VR Kit Microsoft will provide developers the means to access tools ready for use and code templates to create content dedicated to virtual reality. The categories for developers include applications dedicated to the world of business, games, and education.
Although Microsoft seems VR Kit currently available only to developers, it is possible that the company launches its "Cardboard" for the general public when there will be enough content to make it useful to owners of Windows Phone.
It is also possible that Microsoft intends to invest in the equipment of virtual reality in the future. Currently, the company has focused on augmented reality with HoloLens. However, virtual reality is an area that gathers a lot of attention, and it makes sense for Microsoft to avoid putting all your eggs in one basket. We should know more about this new kit, since Microsoft will confirm this hackathon.
Anyone wishing to enter the competition can do, while being able to read Russian ...
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The kit, which is similar to google cardboard, allows you to slide your smartphone and use it as a viewfinder to see the virtual reality content through the screen. The original page where the contest was published is currently inaccessible, suggesting that it is possible that the information has been inadvertently disclosed. There is no official information about the event.
For developers and the general public
A screenshot of the event found by Thurrott noted that the VR Kit Microsoft will provide developers the means to access tools ready for use and code templates to create content dedicated to virtual reality. The categories for developers include applications dedicated to the world of business, games, and education.
Although Microsoft seems VR Kit currently available only to developers, it is possible that the company launches its "Cardboard" for the general public when there will be enough content to make it useful to owners of Windows Phone.
It is also possible that Microsoft intends to invest in the equipment of virtual reality in the future. Currently, the company has focused on augmented reality with HoloLens. However, virtual reality is an area that gathers a lot of attention, and it makes sense for Microsoft to avoid putting all your eggs in one basket. We should know more about this new kit, since Microsoft will confirm this hackathon.
Anyone wishing to enter the competition can do, while being able to read Russian ...