2 weeks Ago By Waquar Haider
Samsung is preparing for a significant re-entry into the extended reality (XR) or mixed reality (MR) sector, nearly ten years after the successful launch of its Gear VR headset, which played a pivotal role in the VR market. As indicated in Samsung’s Q3 financial report, a new XR device is anticipated to be revealed in 2025. Also Read: Tickets for inaugural Baseball United Arab Classic released; tournament set for November 7th -10th Samsung has patented the design for its Galaxy XR controllers and charging station—simple and compact.
The headset is set to launch early next year. pic.twitter.
com/UPCFoOM6Nv — U S M A N ⚓️ (@usmansays56) November 2, 2024 This upcoming device is expected to enhance connectivity within Samsung’s ecosystem, reaffirming the company's renewed focus on XR technology. This strategic pivot occurs concurrently with the Google Play Store's introduction of a dedicated category for XR applications, reflecting a broader movement towards mainstream XR adoption. The development of Samsung’s new XR device is reportedly a collaborative effort with Google and Qualcomm.
Earlier this year, during the announcement of the Galaxy S24 series, Samsung disclosed its intentions regarding this partnership. The new XR device is rumored to be equipped with the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chip and has recently been identified on Geekbench, featuring 16GB of RAM and a 6-core SoC, which is well-suited for VR applications. It is expected to operate on Android 14 and may include advanced sensors for environmental awareness, potential health monitoring, and a micro-OLED display that offers high pixel density and improved brightness for an immersive visual experience.
Additionally, it may feature a mode akin to the Persona mode available on Apple’s Vision Pro. In light of competition from Apple and Meta, with offerings such as the Apple Vision Pro and the Meta Quest series, Samsung is likely to present its XR device at the Galaxy Unpacked event in early 2025, coinciding with the launch of the Galaxy S25 series. This timing would enable Samsung to demonstrate an integrated Galaxy ecosystem, positioning the XR device as a natural extension for Galaxy users.
Samsung is closing in on the official launch of its first-gen extended reality (XR) headset, tentatively named Galaxy XR. It is developing the product in collaboration with Google and Qualcomm. #GalaxyXR https://t.
co/kpfpxgJ971 pic.twitter.com/UGOHAxcN1d — SammyGuru (@sammygurus) November 4, 2024 As industry trends evolve towards lighter, smartphone-compatible AR glasses, there are also speculations that Samsung may opt to introduce AR glasses rather than a headset, designed to function as companions to smartphones.
This approach could position Samsung’s XR glasses as a vital accessory for Galaxy smartphone users, seamlessly integrating mixed reality features into their daily lives. Also Read: Samsung unveils Galaxy Ring in UAE: A new era of AI-powered health.
