At its recent Galaxy product launch event in Paris, Samsung unveiled a roadmap for its highly anticipated XR project but stopped short of revealing the actual headset. While the event showcased new products like the Galaxy Ring, Watch Ultra, and foldable phones, the XR headset remained shrouded in mystery.
The new XR headset will likely compete with the Apple Vision Pro
However, Samsung did provide a promising update. TM Roh, president of Samsung’s mobile division, announced the upcoming release of “a brand new XR platform later this year” – a surprise considering earlier reports suggested a launch in the first half of 2025.
This news was echoed by Rick Osterloh, Google‘s senior vice president, who spoke of their close collaboration with Samsung and Qualcomm on “the next generation of devices” and an “exciting new era in mobile computing.”
Samsung first announced this mixed reality project over a year ago, emphasizing deep integration with mobile phones. In a pre-event interview, Patrick Chomet, Samsung’s executive vice president, highlighted the importance of user comfort, optical quality, and artificial intelligence in developing this technology. Chomet believes AI will be a key factor in making XR truly user-friendly.
Reports suggest Samsung’s XR headset will compete directly with Apple’s Vision Pro. It aims to bridge the gap between VR and AR by offering mixed reality experiences with high-resolution displays, all at a more accessible price point.
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