Microsoft’s mixed reality headset is now available in the UAE.
HoloLens 2, Microsoft’s mixed reality headset that delivers a 177 percent return on investment over three years and reduces training costs by as much as 75 percent – as per a Forrester Total Economic Impact report – is now available in the UAE through sole distributor Redington.
Based on its application, the HoloLens 2 prices range from $3,500 for the standard version to $5,200 for the Trimble XR10 model on Microsoft’s website.
With leading technology companies like Meta and Google getting into the segment, Microsoft has the first-mover advantage.
Such technologies are currently being used in industries such as manufacturing, construction, healthcare, retail, and education to save costs, reduce energy consumption, improve learning and boost employee and customer satisfaction.
Ihsan Anabtawi (below), Microsoft UAE’s chief operating officer, said: “Once again, Microsoft has demonstrated its commitment to the UAE as we continue to invest and bring innovative solutions to market.”
“HoloLens 2 is a cutting-edge device ahead of its time, with AI-powered holograms that respond to commands and interact with real-world surfaces in real time. We are confident that enterprises in the UAE and beyond will leverage it to accelerate their digital transformation journeys and contribute to sustainable economic growth by innovating with confidence and collaborating without boundaries.”
Viswanath Pallasena, Redington Gulf chief, added: “We have seen a high demand for mixed reality across a variety of industries and together, with our strong partner ecosystem, we are primed to help customers leverage mixed reality solutions and become more innovative than they thought possible.”
HoloLens 2 allows user to access mixed reality apps from Microsoft Dynamics 365 and offers over 200 applications from its partner ecosystem, across independent software vendors, system integrators and digital agencies, to address industry-specific use-cases.
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