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FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Last week Samsung held its half-annual Galaxy Unpacked event, during which the company revealed several updates regarding its lineup of Galaxy S23 hardware. Speaking to The Washington Post , Samsung confirmed its interest in the development of “extended reality” devices. Qualcomm is also involved in the partnership.

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AUGUST 7, 2024

According to a report from Korean tech outlet The Elec , Microsoft has contracted Samsung to supply micro OLED display panels for what is described as “next-generation mixed reality devices.” Samsung and Google confirmed in July their forthcoming “XR platform” will be announced sometime this year.

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MAY 15, 2020

With the end of Samsung Gear VR, it seems the South Korean tech giant is also doing away with its VR video apps as well. The company is ending service for all of its Samsung XR apps across the web, mobile, and VR headset platforms. Image courtesy Samsung. The news was first covered by CNET.

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OCTOBER 22, 2018

The latest edition of Samsung’s Odyssey VR headset promises better visuals and a more comfortable fit. Samsung earlier this morning revealed its HMD Odyssey Plus , an updated version of the companies 2017 Windows Mixed Reality headset, delivering improved visuals, new functionality, and a more comfortable design. Image Credit: Samsung.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Samsung’s 2023 Unpacked event was all about the company’s Galaxy S23 hardware, although at the end of its hour-long presentation the South Korean tech giant announced it was working with Qualcomm and Google to develop an XR device. Samsung was one of the first truly massive tech companies to develop VR hardware.

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OCTOBER 8, 2024

Samsung and Google announced in early 2023 that, along with Qualcomm, they’d be releasing an “XR platform” based on Android , which could also see the release of a high-end mixed reality headset. It was said Google created several smartglasses prototypes in a bid to interest manufacturing partners, such as Samsung.

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MARCH 7, 2025

At Industrial Immersive 2025, enterprise XR firms and industry experts gathered to explore how immersive solutions are helping to solve broad vertical challenges today. Moohan Draws Eyes at MWC 2025 At MWC 2025, Samsung unveiled a range of products, from its mobile AI suite to new smartphones.

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APRIL 7, 2025

This activation marks a pivotal moment in the development of our Travel Mode and immersive services, says Meta Director of Entertainment Content, Reality Labs, Sarah Malkin. In 2015, Australian airline Qantas was one of the firsts to test out complementary access to Samsung Gear VR as in-flight entertainment for first class passengers.

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MARCH 5, 2025

We may now know the resolution and display type of Samsung's headset. So far, Samsung has only officially said that its upcoming headset , which will be the debut of Google's Android XR, will feature "state-of-the-art displays". Now, South Korean news outlet The Elec reports that Samsung will use Sony's 1.35-inch

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JANUARY 13, 2025

Samsung spent 2024 doing many things, one of which was continually teasing its forthcoming XR headset. Despite a lack of foundation directly in the XR market, Samsung’s interest in AR/VR/MR hardware caught the interest of many market observers. This is a massive opportunity for Samsung.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The Sony vs Samsung skirmish is nothing new. Both Sony and Samsung have clearly demonstrated an interest in extended reality over the years. Samsung introduced the Gear VR headset in 2015, followed by the Odyssey headset. Samsung, on the other hand, hasn’t revealed a lot of information about its headset at all.

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DECEMBER 12, 2024

Samsung is the first partner to formally announce a new MR headset based on the newly announced Android XR. Note: Samsung and Google aren’t yet sharing any key details for this headset like resolution, weight, field-of-view, or price. The device, codenamed “Project Moohan,” is planned for consumer release in 2025.

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JANUARY 2, 2025

In 2024, Meta made its commitment clear by highlighting its related success via its EssilorLuxottica partnership , and on the other hand, Samsung spent the year teasing audiences with an XR device to rival Meta’s and others, while the device is still yet to hit the market, Samsung appears ready to debut the product in 2025.

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DECEMBER 12, 2024

Samsung's first standalone headset is coming in 2025, running Google's new Android XR operating system and powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset. Beyond this, Samsung isn't yet sharing specifications. I went hands-on with an early headset developer kit showcasing Google's software and Samsung's hardware.

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JUNE 20, 2023

Apple has confirmed that Safari on Vision Pro will support WebXR, a web-standard that allows immersive experiences to be delivered through the browser. But to go beyond flat web pages, Safari on visionOS includes support for WebXR for immersive experriences and the new <model> tag for 3D models.

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JANUARY 29, 2025

But its important to notice that at least at the current moment, immersive realities are an important goal for Google and this makes me happy (but still cautious). The first one is that Google and Samsung have shown a better integration of Gemini AI also on Samsung phones. There were anyway a couple of things worth mentioning.

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DECEMBER 16, 2024

Samsung has revealed the first-ever headset code-named Project Moohan for use on the new Android XR operating system. From a design perspective The South Korean electronics manufacturer, Samsung, explains that the hardware is a lightweight and ergonomic designed for maximum comfort.

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JANUARY 21, 2025

The company created the Daydream View headset in which Android smartphones could be inserted for a VR experience similar to Samsung’s Gear VR headset at the time. ” Izadi further highlighted the buy-in of Samsung and Qualcomm as close-knit partners on Android XR. It’s an Android vertical.”

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JANUARY 25, 2018

It may be hard to believe but its been four years since Samsung and Oculus first announced their smartphone-powered Gear VR headset. Samsung and Facebook/Oculus are on a mission: to bring the full-internet experience inside of your virtual reality headset. I’m not sure which impresses me more. What do you think?

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DECEMBER 4, 2024

Samsung is reportedly planning to unveil some new augmented reality smart glasses in early 2025. That is according to the Korean news publication Yonhap News Agency, which believes the AR glasses will be showcased alongside its Samsung Galaxy S25 launch event Galaxy Unpacked.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Samsung has partnered with EarthX to debut a dozen immersive short films on the Samsung XR video platform from environmentally-focused filmmakers. Samsung XR is Samsung’s immersive video platform, and home to more than 10,000 videos. Image courtesy Samsung, EarthXR. Ghost Fleet VR. Valen’s Reef.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

According to the Korean outlet JoongAng (which we all read every day), Samsung headset is codenamed “Infinite” and will be announced at a Samsung Unpacked event happening in the second half of 2024. After that, the headset will be released in December of the same year. I’m very curious to see what this will turn out to be.

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JANUARY 28, 2025

MKBHD's latest video gives the first real look at Samsung's upcoming headset, and the Android XR operating system it will run. What Is Samsung's Headset? Samsung's first standalone headset is launching this year, running Google's new Android XR operating system and powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset.

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JANUARY 24, 2025

Meta already has a way to watch your own content on Quest, although browsing through a file system and viewing on a windowed panel is decidedly less immersive than a proper home theater. Now the company says it’s experimenting with the idea. Also trying to figure out awesome sound.”

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JUNE 28, 2023

Provided the report is true, it appears Google will now need to rely on Samsung to compete with Meta and Apple in XR. Still, it seems its Samsung XR headset partnership and AR software development has become the main focus. It’s still early days for MR headsets.

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JULY 7, 2021

This week marks part two of XR3 , an ambitious collaboration between Cannes XR, Tribeca, and the NewImages Festival that consists of 50 pieces of VR art from immersive artists located around the globe. Cannes Next with Samsung Next | Using Synthetic Media to Overcome Barriers to Content Creation | Thursday, July 8th (10 GMT + 2 / 1AM PT).

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MARCH 7, 2022

Image by Samsung). Samsung is close to launching an XR device, or maybe two. Last month, we got to know that (according to a rumor) Samsung is working together with Microsoft on new AR glasses, most probably powered by a Qualcomm chipset. Samsung has apparently completed a prototype, and “is deciding the release date”.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Originally released back in March of 2018 on the Oculus Go, Rift, and Samsung Gear VR, Catan VR on the Oculus Quest offers the same addictive board game experience you know and love, immersing you in a captivating virtual rendition of Klaus Teuber’s award-winning multiplayer strategy game.

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DECEMBER 13, 2024

Android XR is set to make its debut on Samsung’s ‘Project Moohan’ mixed reality headset , which is slated for consumer launch sometime in 2025. Similar to Apple Vision Pro, Samsung is highlighting Project Moohan’s hand and eye-tracking capabilities. ” The story is the same for Resolution Games.

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VRScout

JUNE 23, 2023

This week Samsung Canada revealed Can You Beat The Box , a new location-based augmented reality (AR) game with very serious consequences. But here’s the catch: if you lose—which, according to Samsung, you probably will—the game shoots you with a colorful assortment of powders. Seriously colorful that is.

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AUGUST 14, 2023

Top news of the week (Image by VRTUOLUO) A leak shows a prototype of the Samsung XR headset We finally have a leak of the Samsung headset that makes us see something about it. The report talks about Samsung wanting to target the $1000–2000 range, which in my opinion risks being neither expensive nor affordable.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Last week saw a number of developments from major XR hardware providers and upcoming participants in the market, waiting to enter the immersive wearable market. While many details remain confidential, this information strongly suggests that Samsung is getting closer to fully unveiling its new XR device.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Project virtual screens, fly drones, and dim the lights with ‘Samsung Glasses Lite.’ Referred to in the videos as ‘Samsung Glasses Lite,’ this proof-of-concept represents what a pair of AR glasses made by the company could look like in the years ahead. link] — WalkingCat (@_h0x0d_) February 21, 2021.

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DECEMBER 6, 2024

A new X1 processor enhances the display of the new AR device for various use cases, including immersive apps, games, and websites. Samsung to Reveal AR Glasses Prototype According to the Korean news publication Yonhap News Agency, Samsung is planning to unveil new augmented reality smart glasses in early 2025.

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MARCH 4, 2025

Several major firms are taking to the event to showcase the latest in their AR/VR/MR endeavours, with a headline-stealing showcase coming via Samsung’s Moohan exhibition. At MWC 2025, Samsung showcased many products, from its mobile AI suite to new smartphones. The hardware design reflects Samsungs ecosystem-first approach.

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JANUARY 31, 2025

From CES to Samsung, the range of XR announcements was truly broad and innovative. Samsung Unveils More on Moohan Following the big news of the Samsung XR headset debut last week, further details emerged this week. Notably, Samsung’s focus on AI integration can redefine standards for mixed-reality devices.

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AUGUST 26, 2021

This is especially true for Mondly: Learn Languages in VR , a robust educational language app designed to test your knowledge of a language by immersing you in a variety of realistic scenarios. Join our lifelike characters in a fully immersive language journey!” ” Mondly: Learn Languages in VR is available now for $9.99

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