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Holographic Football Headsets

Microsoft is Reimagining the Future of Football with Its HoloLens

— February 26, 2016 — Tech
Ahead of the Super Bowl this year, Microsoft and the NFL worked together on a project that envisioned the future of football.

Rather than simply being viewers of the action, it's imagined that fans will be able to take more control of how they choose to view content and interact with it. For instance, a concept video from the NFL and Microsoft explores ideas like multiple screens, surfaces and full immersion with mixed-reality experiences.

Some of the content that could be revealed by the Windows 10-powered HoloLens include player stats, 3D displays, scores and game-specific pop-ups. Beyond football, this kind of technology could transform everything from gaming to navigation. For those looking to make the most of this technology for a range of applications, the Microsoft HoloLens Development Edition is set to be available during the first quarter of 2016.
Trend Themes
1. Enhanced Sports Viewing Experience - The future of sports viewing will involve interactive and immersive experiences, with augmented reality headsets providing fans with player stats and 3D displays.
2. Mixed Reality Applications - Mixed reality headsets like the Microsoft HoloLens have the potential to transform industries beyond sports, such as gaming and navigation.
3. Technological Integration in Entertainment - The integration of technology, like the HoloLens, into entertainment experiences will create new opportunities for interactive and engaging content.
Industry Implications
1. Sports Entertainment - The sports entertainment industry can capitalize on the enhanced viewing experience provided by augmented reality headsets, offering fans new ways to engage with the game.
2. Gaming - The gaming industry can leverage mixed reality headsets to provide more immersive gameplay experiences and innovative game mechanics.
3. Navigation and Mapping - The navigation and mapping industry can explore the use of mixed reality headsets to provide users with interactive and intuitive ways to navigate their surroundings.
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