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Samsung Launches $1,800 Galaxy XR Mixed Reality Headset

10/29/2025

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Samsung Unveils Galaxy XR

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. launched the Galaxy XR, first mixed reality headset, priced at $1,799.99.
The device was developed with Google and Qualcomm and runs on Android XR.
It features AI-driven spatial computing, high-resolution displays, eye and hand tracking, and Dolby Atmos.
Demand for optional controllers exceeded expectations and sold out in the U.S.
The Galaxy XR is available in the U.S. and South Korea, with broader availability planned.

Summary

Samsung Enhances XR Compatibility

Samsung Galaxy XR headset features a hidden USB-C port that allows simultaneous charging and accessory use.
The port enhances compatibility with wired devices, distinguishing Samsung from Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest.
Samsung's PC Link feature is limited to Galaxy Books.
As Google merges Android and ChromeOS, the potential for seamless integration with Galaxy XR grows.
This positions Samsung favorably in the XR market by emphasizing wired accessory support.

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Samsung Unveils Galaxy XR

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. launched the Galaxy XR, first mixed reality headset, priced at $1,799.99.
The device was developed with Google and Qualcomm and runs on Android XR.
It features AI-driven spatial computing, high-resolution displays, eye and hand tracking, and Dolby Atmos.
Demand for optional controllers exceeded expectations and sold out in the U.S.
The Galaxy XR is available in the U.S. and South Korea, with broader availability planned.

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