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Samsung unveils the Galaxy XR headset, with Android XR, 4K micro-OLED displays, a Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chip, and an external battery pack, available for $1,800

The $1,800 headset is a precursor to smart glasses launching “pretty soon.”  —  A new mixed-reality headset developed …

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  • @skarredghost @skarredghost on x
    The #GalaxyXR launch event has finished. To be honest, it has been pretty underwhelming. I'm happy for the launch of a new headset and a new platform, but the pace was very boring, the use cases shown already known, and the attention was more on AI than XR. Some bright moments [i…
  • @mikedoise Michael Doise on x
    So, another two things I noticed on the specs page for the Galaxy XR page is that the refresh rates are lower than the #AppleVisionPro, and that the Galaxy XR only supports 256GB of space. Please tell me that they offer larger storage sizes on this headset. That would be
  • @alexmaxham Alex Maxham on x
    Last week, I spent some time with the Galaxy XR and was very impressed with what Samsung had to offer. Unlike Vision Pro, Galaxy XR is much lighter weight. It's only 545g versus the 748g of the M5 Vision Pro. Android XR is incredibly smooth, Google and Samsung have brought [image…
  • @deantak Dean Takahashi on x
    Unity is supporting Samsung's Galaxy XR headset. https://gamesbeat.com/...
  • @maxwinebach Max Weinbach on x
    Samsung launched Galaxy XR! $1,799 but includes like $1000+ worth of services I haven't had a chance to try it, but heard great things. Seems like a great Android XR device at a good value compared to other premium headsets. [image]
  • @sadlyitsbradley Brad Lynch on x
    I didn't think I'd be receiving two brand new XR headsets this week... from the largest hardware manufacturers in the world I think after I get my Samsung Galaxy XR, the question I'll ask myself: Do interested enthusiasts buy this OR a used Vision Pro M2 for about the same price …
  • @bengeskin Ben Geskin on x
    Samsung just unveiled Galaxy XR with Google's Android XR 🥽 Available now in the US and Korea for $1799 • Android XR with all Play Store apps support • Gemini AI built in system wide with Circle to Search, asking questions about your real and virtual surroundings, Gemini Live [ima…
  • @mishaalrahman Mishaal Rahman on x
    🥽FINALLY: The Galaxy XR headset from @SamsungMobileUS is official! It's the first headset to run the new @Android XR OS! Main specs: 📺 4K micro-OLED display ✨ @GeminiApp built-in 🔥@Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 Click 👇for EVERYTHING you need to know 🔗 https://www.androidauthority.com/ ..…
  • @engadget @engadget on x
    Why the Samsung Galaxy XR can support ‘almost all’ Android apps https://www.engadget.com/...
  • @ssamat Sameer Samat on x
    Android XR is officially here! 🚀 Our new OS for next-gen headsets & glasses debuts on Samsung's Galaxy XR. It's the first platform built for the Gemini era, integrating a helpful AI assistant from the ground up to change how you get things done. Huge congrats to the teams at [vid…
  • @ibrews Alex Coulombe on x
    For those who don't want to scroll through the image, here's the early review for Samsung Galaxy XR summarized: 1️⃣ First Impressions The Galaxy XR is Samsung's big move into spatial computing. Sleek design, excellent comfort, and a more “gadget” feel than Apple's luxury
  • @sadlyitsbradley Brad Lynch on x
    Samsung have apparently run out of stock for their optional Galaxy XR controllers and carrying case accessories in the USA This is confirmed by customer support chat, as well (must have been a very low volume that they made of those) [image]
  • @sonicshifts @sonicshifts on x
    Samsung just did what Meta couldn't. Conduct a live demo of their new Galaxy XR headset. No wifi or server issues 😃 [image]
  • @backlon Dieter Bohn on x
    Galaxy XR with Android XR. $1799! Includes the Explorer Pack with Google AI Pro, Play Pass for apps, YouTube Premium, and NBA League Pass. It's comfortable to use for hours at a time, can work with your PC, and has an amazing hi rez display. It's rad: https://news.samsung.com/...
  • @ibrews Alex Coulombe on x
    Note the “$250” controllers for Samsung Galaxy XR are 70% off I guess? And you get $100 off if you reserved a spot in the livestream. Pricing is a little confusing in the end but here it is: [image]
  • @benz145 Ben Lang on x
    Galaxy XR is pretty similar to Vision Pro, but only $1,800. Granted, Vision Pro launched nearly two years ago. Tim Cook's “tomorrow's technology today” claim doesn't feel to far off.
  • @jmdagdelen @jmdagdelen on x
    Congrats to Google and Samsung on the launch of the Galaxy XR! I think you're all going to love this headset and the apps coming to it. Bringing @fluid_xr to AndroidXR has been a pretty wonderful experience. We're excited to have you try it soon! [image]
  • @sadlyitsbradley Brad Lynch on x
    Everything that comes inside the box of the new Samsung Galaxy XR headset ($1800) Controllers are sold separately at a MSRP of 250 dollars for a pair (but are being sold at 75 dollars for a promotional launch price) [image]
  • @nathievr @nathievr on x
    Here's a first look at the Samsung Galaxy XR controllers that feature dual triggers, face buttons and analog sticks much like the Meta Quest controllers. [image]
  • @asychov Artur Sychov on x
    Samsung Galaxy XR is here! Price wise it is actually not that bad, but will it keep up features wise with Apple Vision Pro? Well, I will find out soon. Review incoming [image]
  • @markgurman Mark Gurman on x
    Samsung and Google's headset - the Galaxy XR - is now official. $1800, way lighter than the Vision Pro. The OS isn't as polished though. First impressions from @HeySamantha and @chriswelch https://www.bloomberg.com/...
  • @nathievr @nathievr on x
    Breaking! The Samsung Galaxy XR headset will cost $1799 which includes a year long membership of Google AI Pro and YouTube Premium. [image]
  • @josethevrtech @josethevrtech on x
    the idea of thinking the samsung galaxy xr headset is competing with the Apple Vision Pro is unfair lol, they're genuinely not even in the same category, they're built on completely different hardware/software architectures and philosophy. one runs everything on a single chip
  • @workaholicdavid Amir on x
    Apple released Vision Pro only to be DOA. Galaxy XR has: -A native YouTube App -A native NetFlix app -HBO -VR games from noteworthy developers from Meta Quest -Plenty of apps for different sports - An actually usable AI -200g lighter And is 51% less expensive than Vision Pro [ima…
  • @_thejasonc Jason C. on x
    The Samsung Galaxy XR event feels more like a cheap poorly produced infomercial. Not the launch of the next Galaxy product.
  • @_thejasonc Jason C. on x
    The Samsung Galaxy XR while its an innovative product and more affordable than the Apple Vision Pro. However it also shares a significant issue for most consumers What is the use case for most consumers? and does it offer real value for the money spent
  • @sondesix Alvin on x
    The new Samsung Galaxy XR is here, at just half the price of the Apple Vision Pro. 🖥️ Dual micro-OLED displays at 27 MP resolution (close to 8K), up to 90 Hz refresh rate 👨‍💻 Android XR platform 💨 Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 SoC 👁️ Iris Scanner for device unlock 🪶 545 grams weight [ima…
  • @thegalox_ Anthony on x
    Galaxy XR is the only XR headset with Netflix Pre-order here: https://www.samsung.com/... [image]
  • @artemr Artem Russakovskii on x
    Samsung Galaxy XR is here, and I have to ask: why should I buy one? What's the killer app? Sports? Who wants to watch sports using a headset rather than with friends on TV? Or even if you're alone. Google Earth/Maps? Cool, I guess, but not a killer app. Video apps? Meh. Why
  • @heaney555 David Heaney on x
    Samsung Galaxy XR is half the price of Apple Vision Pro, but its controllers too are a $250 optional extra.
  • @scottstein Scott Stein on bluesky
    Quick comparison thoughts:  —  M5 Vision Pro has the most powerful processor by far and a good head start on OS, capabilities, but price and weight are high  —  Samsung Galaxy XR is lighter, displays still look great, less expensive, runs Android and also has multimodal Gemini Li…
  • r/Android r on reddit
    Introducing Galaxy XR: Opening New Worlds
  • @jspring86az Jeff Springer on x
    Galaxy XR is live for preorder! Get up to $175 in bonuses from Samsung and SammyGuru by ordering with us (full details in reply), product link - https://sammyguru.click/b42442 [image]
  • @izadi_shahram Shahram Izadi on x
    Today we launched our first #AndroidXR device, working as one team with @SamsungMobile and @Qualcomm. Samsung's #GalaxyXR offers high fidelity displays and natural input; great for watching immersive movies and sports, 3D/2D gaming, bringing your photos and videos to life, or
  • r/Android r on reddit
    Introducing Galaxy XR, the first Android XR headset
  • @sonicshifts @sonicshifts on x
    Meta partnered with Ray-Ban for smart glasses. But Samsung went with Warby Parker, which is honestly way better. Warby Parker has such great style and actually affordable prices. I'm really excited to see what they come up with! [image]
  • @sammobiles @sammobiles on x
    Samsung partners with fashion eyewear brands for its first AI glasses. Read about it in our article linked in the thread below. ⏬ #GalaxyGlasses #AndroidXR [image]
  • @caro_milanesi Carolina Milanesi on x
    I was excited about @SamsungMobile Galaxy XR when it was a prototype called Project Moohan and I got to try it back in December https://creativestrategies.com/ ... Now that I see the price I'm even more excited about how it might help accelerate adoption
  • @legendaryscoop Max Buondonno on x
    We had the chance to go hands-on with the new $1,799 Samsung Galaxy XR headset. @mattswider published all his thoughts on the site, and guys - he's really impressed with it. https://www.theshortcut.com/ ... [image]
  • @mattswider Matt Swider on x
    @deusPaul Good question. @XREAL_Global makes a cool pair of cinematic glasses, but they have a different use case and design. They allow you to mirror a phone or laptop display in a pair of normal-ish-looking glasses - no big face-covering headset, but also no eye- and hand-track…
  • @mattswider Matt Swider on x
    🥽 I got to test the Samsung Galaxy XR, a rival to the Apple Vision Pro. Its key advantages? It's HALF the price and a bit lighter. 👇Currently making its way to your inboxes https://www.theshortcut.com/ ...
  • @kevinbeatty Kevin Beatty on x
    The AI native experience of Galaxy XR takes this product category to a whole new level. And the explorer pack includes over $1000 of services from Google and other partners.