Samsung to launch Galaxy XR, its first Android XR headset

Samsung is poised to release its first Android XR headset, reportedly called the Galaxy XR and internally known as Project Moohan, with preorders said to open around October 15 and units going on sale around October 21 or 22, according to multiple reports based on leaked renders and documentation. The device is expected to be the company's entry into the high-end mixed reality market and is scheduled to ship before the end of the year, though Samsung has not formally confirmed a final launch date or price.

Leaked materials describe a headset built around twin 4K microOLED panels that together deliver roughly 29 million pixels and a pixel density of about 4,032 pixels per inch. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 is reported to power the system. Samsung has worked with both Qualcomm and Google on the product and will run a customized version of Android XR, marketed as One UI XR, which the leaks show integrating Samsung and Google apps alongside third-party streaming services.

Design details in the leaks emphasize comfort and adjustability. The headset is said to weigh about 545 grams, feature substantial cushioning around the face and forehead, an adjustable rear dial on the head...