Samsung has announced the Galaxy XR, the company’s first AI-native headset built on the new Android XR platform developed with Google and Qualcomm.
Galaxy XR is the first device to have Google’s Gemini AI built right into the system. It responds through voice, vision, and gestures, understanding what users see and hear to provide natural, real-time assistance. It can help with navigation in Google Maps 3D, suggest nearby places, or search for real-world objects using Circle to Search. The headset can also turn 2D photos and videos into 3D, bringing memories to life.
The AI runs at the system level, making interactions smoother and more intuitive. Instead of simply following commands, Galaxy XR behaves more like a personal assistant that understands context.
The headset runs on Android XR, a new platform that supports multiple XR devices, including future AI glasses. All existing Android apps work on Galaxy XR, so users can access familiar mobile experiences right away. Developers can also build new XR apps easily using OpenXR, WebXR, or Unity, thanks to the platform’s open and scalable design.
Hardware and Specs
Galaxy XR is powered by the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chip with 16GB RAM and 256GB storage. It features a 3,552 x 3,840 Micro-OLED display with 27 million pixels, 95% DCI-P3 color coverage, and refresh rates of 60Hz, 72Hz (default), and up to 90Hz. The field of view measures 109° horizontal and 100° vertical.
For visuals, it includes a 6.5MP (F2.0, 18mm) camera that supports 3D photo and video capture, along with two pass-through cameras, six tracking cameras, four eye-tracking cameras, five IMUs, a depth sensor, and a flicker sensor. It also supports iris recognition for unlocking and password entry.
Audio is handled by two two-way speakers (woofer and tweeter) and six microphones with beamforming. It supports popular audio formats like MP3, AAC, FLAC, and Dolby Atmos, and can play 8K video at 60fps with HDR10 and HLG support. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.
The headset weighs 545g with the forehead cushion, while the separate battery pack weighs 302g. Battery life is rated for up to 2 hours of general use and 2.5 hours of video playback, and it can be used while charging.
Pricing & availability
Galaxy XR will be available starting October 21 in the U.S. and October 22 in Korea. It has a price tag of US$1,799, while the Galaxy XR Travel Case and Galaxy XR Controller are cost at US$249.99 each.
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