Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 04/01 – Microsoft’s Pentagon Deal Validates The AR Industry
Apr 1, 2021
Microsoft's monumental $21.88 billion contract for HoloLens with the U.S. military could reshape augmented reality. Meanwhile, Amazon pushes employees to return to the office, hinting at a shift away from remote work. The chip industry booms as TSMC invests heavily amid shortages. In voice tech, Apple introduces more inclusive Siri voices. Plus, NBCUniversal considers streaming strategy shifts while Thrasio secures funding for growth on Amazon, highlighting the ever-evolving e-commerce landscape.
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AR Industry Validation
- Microsoft's HoloLens deal with the Pentagon validates the AR industry's potential.
- This deal signifies a major milestone for AR technology's real-world application.
Microsoft's HoloLens Contract
- Microsoft's $21.88 billion HoloLens contract with the U.S. Army covers 120,000 custom headsets.
- This surpasses Google's moonshot investments and demonstrates HoloLens's profitability.
Return-to-Office Trend
- Amazon's return-to-office plan contrasts with other tech companies embracing remote work.
- This preference for an office-centric culture may signal a shift in the remote work trend.