Microsoft's Virtual Reality Attempt Fails to Impress

In October, Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) entered the virtual reality business with its Windows Mixed Reality platform and lineup of third-party headsets. The move was seen as an entrance into a business potentially worth billions, and the Mixed Reality moniker indicates that the company has plans for more devices in the future.

It may make sense for Microsoft to try to build a VR platform because the long-term profit will be with the company that owns the platform. But that potential also makes the VR product disappointing for both consumers and investors.

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