Samsung’s Galaxy XR Headset Leaks Reveal Design, Specs, and Potential July Launch
New leaks offer a detailed look at Samsung’s forthcoming Galaxy XR mixed-reality headset, including images, user interface screenshots, and key specifications. The device, poised to compete with Apple’s Vision Pro, appears to prioritize a lighter design and a high-resolution display. Samsung is rumored to launch the headset later this month.
The leaked images, published by 9to5Google, showcase a sleek headset design. The user interface, dubbed “one UI XR,” runs on top of Google’s headset-focused operating system and features a clean home screen populated with apps from Samsung, Google, Netflix, and Calm. A top menu bar provides access to core functions like Google Search, Gemini, settings, and notifications, alongside the date and time.
Internally, the Galaxy XR is powered by Qualcomm’s XR2+ Gen 2 processor, announced nearly two years ago. The headset boasts a micro-OLED display containing approximately 6 million more pixels than the display found in the Apple Vision Pro. samsung is incorporating six sensors – four front-facing and two bottom-facing – for hand tracking, a forehead-mounted depth sensor, and four eye-tracking cameras around the lenses. Voice commands are also supported via integrated microphones, and the headset will ship with two controllers for gaming.
According to the leaks, the Galaxy XR weighs 545 grams, possibly 50-100 grams lighter than the Apple Vision Pro (excluding the battery). Battery life is estimated at around two hours for general use, extending slightly during video playback.
Rumors suggest a launch later this month,with pricing details previously leaked indicating a potentially significant investment for consumers.
