HoloLens certainly is one of the more interesting pieces of tech announced recently. Back in January at their Window's 10 press event the software giant described the new device as a "game changer". 

'/>HoloLens certainly is one of the more interesting pieces of tech announced recently. Back in January at their Window's 10 press event the software giant described the new device as a "game changer". 

'/>HoloLens certainly is one of the more interesting pieces of tech announced recently. Back in January at their Window's 10 press event the software giant described the new device as a "game changer". 

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HoloLens Will Cost Significantly More than a Game Console

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Microsoft's HoloLens certainly is one of the more interesting pieces of tech announced recently. Back in January at their Window's 10 press event the software giant described the new device as a "game changer."

HoloLens is a fully-fledged personal computer with a high-performance central processing unit, a graphics processing unit, and a custom holographic processing unit. The augmented reality goggles project virtual images and displays onto real-life objects. It is obviously pretty expensive to make. Unfortunately, that also means it will carry a hefty price tag.

While speaking to The New York Times a Microsoft executive stated that HoloLens would cost "significantly more than a game console." High end game consoles like the PS4 and Xbox One currently cost $350 - $400 U.S.D.

HoloLens being a bit pricey shouldn't come as a big surprise considering the technology it employs. More than likely big businesses and tech gurus will be the early adopters. As for the every day consumer I guess it is time to start pinching those pennies.

The current launch window for HoloLens is Q3 2015.

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