The much-anticipated entry of Samsung into the extended reality (XR) space is nearing reality. Samsung’s upcoming Android XR headset has officially received Bluetooth certification. This is a critical step that usually precedes a consumer launch.

The certification shows the device under the model number SM-I610. It appears to carry the official name Galaxy XR. As reported by SammyGuru, this certification is often one of the final regulatory hurdles. So, everything indicates that Samsung is in the last stages of preparation for a massive hardware debut.

Samsung’s XR Headset is a three-way partnership

The Galaxy XR headset, internally codenamed “Project Moohan,” is the result of a powerful collaboration between three tech giants: Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm. This partnership aims to deliver a premium XR experience built on solid, high-end components.

The device will run on Android XR, a custom, optimized version of Android designed specifically for extended reality applications. Powering the experience is the high-performance Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset. You’ll also find a substantial 16GB of RAM.

Features and ecosystem integration

According to numerous industry reports and Samsung’s own demonstrations, the Galaxy XR aims to be a central hub within the Samsung ecosystem. The device could support a host of advanced features, including precise eye and hand tracking. It will reportedly utilize dual micro-OLED displays with a high resolution to deliver crisp, immersive visuals.

Adding a layer of intelligence, the headset may integrate with Google’s Gemini AI for enhanced user interaction. This will make productivity and media experiences more intuitive. For media creators and consumers, the device is rumored to support 3D capture and spatial video playback. Naturally, you can expect seamless connectivity with existing Galaxy smartphones and tablets as a key selling point.

The headset has been displayed at various industry events. The most recent was at Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Summit, indicating the depth of development.

Samsung has not yet provided official launch details. However, industry sources suggest a debut in South Korea could happen as early as October 21. Pricing could fall between $2,000 and $3,000. While still expensive, this range would position the Galaxy XR to undercut major competitors in the premium XR market.

As the rumored launch date approaches, we’ll likely have details on availability and final features soon.
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