Microsoft Windows 10 Event: 3D, virtual reality and new devices

Today, Microsoft held an event called Windows 10 Event. Layfhaker closely followed its progress and wants to introduce you to the most interesting new products, presented in New York.

Before the presentation was very little information about what it is that Microsoft is going to show at this time. Among the journalists there were rumors about the launch of production of the new desktop under the brand Surface, developments in the field of augmented reality and plans for further development of Windows 10. Part of these rumors proved to be true, but first things first.

Windows Creators Update

Next year Microsoft will release a major update to the operating system, which will be primarily directed to the further promotion of 3D-technology companies. In Microsoft are going to implement in Windows 10 tools for creating and working with volumetric objects in virtual reality, three-dimensional entertainment and communication.

Rough idea of ​​upcoming features in Windows 10 provides a recent update graphics editor Paint. Like the developers are going to give functionality and some other programs, including PowerPoint. It seems that soon we will be able to create and view the presentation in full-3D environments.

Less significant, but very useful feature of the upcoming operating system update is the appearance of the list of important contacts MyPeople on the Windows taskbar. C You can use it to instantly communicate with the right people in any way you want (email, chat, Skype call, and so on).

New virtual reality headset

Developments in the field of augmented reality (AR) are maintained in Microsoft long ago, but corporate helmet HoloLens have not yet received massive recognition due to high prices. Therefore, the company decided to pay attention to more affordable technology of virtual reality (VR).

At the presentation it was announced the launch of branded VR-headset in conjunction with Dell, HP, Lenovo, Asus and Acer. Price starts at $ 299, which does not seem too big amount considering the fact that the headset connected to a computer that is not required for operation of the smartphone.

Surface Book i7

A new Surface tablet line. He has three times more powerful processor, more than twice the performance of graphics subsystem and a 30% increase in battery life compared to the previous model.

The device has received Intel Core i7 processor, graphics card Nvidia GeForce GTX 965M, SSD storage capacity from 256 GB to 1 TB RAM and 8 or 16 GB, depending on configuration.

Looks a work of engineering is extremely attractive, but the magic is lost immediately, we need only to know the future price. The simplest equipment will cost in 2399 dollars, and a more powerful gadget pull already 3299 dollars.

Surface Studio

Microsoft today unveiled a completely new device, the release of which have never been dealt with. Surface Studio - is a one-piece desktop, complete with Intel Core processor (i5 or i7), an Nvidia 980, 32 GB of RAM and solid-state disk capacity of 2 TB.

The most attractive in this gadget is undoubtedly its extensive thin (12.5 mm) display with a resolution of 4 ultrachotkim 500 3000 pixels. Its position can be changed within a wide range and draw on it with the stylus, what exactly interested representatives of creative professions.

The starting price for Microsoft Surface Studio is almost 3000 dollars, and for the maximum configuration will have to pay more than 4000 dollars. Yes, the impression that the computer produces a grand, but if a lot of people will agree to pay him the money?

results

After the presentation of new products from Microsoft left a dual impression. The company has once again proved that it is able to create gadgets of the highest class. She is not afraid to take steps in the new field for himself and tries to be at the forefront of technological progress.

However, is whether these steps are made towards? Will these remarkable popular laptops and desktops with so unpopular prices? Whether people are interested in so long cherished in Microsoft 3D-technology?

Recalling the history of development of the company's products in recent years, I have this great doubt. And you?