Virtual reality devices immerse the user into a different world. Google-backed Magic Leap, on the other hand, wants to build another world on top of the ones we are already in.
The tech from Magic Leap is often being compared with the Microsoft HoloLens. Both are diving into the augmented reality industry with high hopes.
Redmond has been dazzling audiences with its demos of the AR glasses. However, the release date is still far off. In addition, the tech isn't really refined yet.
The Microsoft HoloLens does not really allow the viewer to see the full 180-degree field of view. With the technical limitations, there is only a small viewable window on the glasses where the magic happens, according to Tech Insider.
This means that the user will not really experience a fully immersive user interface or effects in the environment. Magic Leap's tech now steps in, bringing hope of removing the FOV limitation for future users.
Magic Leap will also be using a device similar to the Microsoft HoloLens. In fact, developers have already been invited to build and test apps that will be used with the tech.
Google reportedly invested a whopping $542 million in the company, according to the Wall Street Journal. It seems that they are really aiming to take on Microsoft.
Magic Leap CEO Rony Abovits told WSJ: "We're not in the research lab doing theoretical things. We're gearing up to ship millions of things."
There hasn't been any mention of a launch date for their device. However, Magic Leap does emphasize that they are not far from releasing or shipping their gadgets.
Magic Leap is now working, developing and possibly manufacturing at an abandoned Motorola factory located in South Florida, according to The Verge. The device is expected to use retinal projection for a better augmented reality experience.
Microsoft HoloLens wowed the world with their AR prowess. However, Magic Leap seems to have a better solution. Which will reign supreme when their devices are launched?
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