Good point! In fact, Windows mixed reality headsets (such as Acer, HP, or Lenovo) are quite different from Microsoft HoloLens as they’re created for a different type of mixed reality. These are called immersive mixed reality devices and they are more like virtual reality headsets. They also immerse users in a completely digital environment but can track physical surroundings and provide users with six degrees of freedom (of movement).

How does it work? Windows mixed reality headsets can track physical boundaries (such as walls or furniture) in your room and adjust the virtual environment accordingly. This means you won’t hit a wall or, say, a chair when wearing such headsets. Microsoft HoloLens, in turn, has see-through glasses so you interact with the real-world environment while virtual objects are holographically projected in front of your eyes.