Samsung has set a date to reveal its first headset mixed reality with Android XRThe announcement will come on October 21 at a virtual event dubbed "Worlds Wide Open." The company will advance its commitment to spatial computing in a launch that, barring any changes, will be primarily aimed at the Korean public.
The device, known internally as Project Moohan and which will likely be marketed as the Galaxy XR, is the result of a close collaboration with Google and Qualcomm. The event can be followed on the Samsung website and on YouTube, starting at 22:00 (Spanish time), a schedule that fits with a presentation designed for its domestic market.
Date, time and how to follow the event
The presentation will take place on October 21 in an online format under the motto "Worlds Wide Open." Samsung will broadcast the event through its official website and YouTube channel, so anyone can watch it without any complications. In Spain, the broadcast will begin at 22:00, a schedule that suggests an initial launch focus on South Korea before making the leap into other markets.
The company has been showing progress at tech shows and at Unpacked in January, but it's at this event that we'll see the final proposal and its deployment strategy. The date had been leaked days ago and is now officially confirmed by Samsung.
What we know about the headset: design and hardware
Everything indicates that the trade name will be Galaxy XR. Inside it would mount the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 SoC, a specific chip for extended reality capable of handling mixed scenes with high refresh rates. Among the leaked specifications are two 4K micro‑OLED displays (one per eye) and 16 GB of RAM, with eye-tracking sensors for gaze, voice and gesture navigation.
In the cameras section, there is talk of a set of six sensors for video streaming, tracking, and environment mapping, which would facilitate more accurate mixed reality experiences. Connectivity would include Wi‑Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.3, so the helmet would be prepared for high-capacity, low-latency networks.
The leaked design shows a curved front visor, a matte-finished metal frame, and internal padding for improved comfort. Weighing in at about 545 grams, the adjustment is completed with a rear dial to tighten the strap and removable light protectors, measures designed for longer sessions of use without excessively penalizing the neck.
The estimated autonomy would be around two hours of active use or around 2,5 hours of multimedia playback, figures in line with other high-performance viewers and which will depend on the type of content and the refresh rate selected.
Software: Android XR, One UI XR and multimodal AI
The viewer will work on the new platform Android XR, developed by Google in collaboration with partners such as Qualcomm and Samsung. In the experience layer, the brand plans to integrate One UI XR, an interface that transfers mobile concepts to 3D space with floating windows and controls adapted to immersive interaction.
La Gemini's Multimodal AI will have a relevant role: the idea is for the system to "see and hear" the user's context to offer assistance without having to describe what happens at each step. The leaked screenshots show applications such as Camera, Gallery, Browser, YouTube, Netflix, Maps and Google Photos, as well as a persistent bar with system shortcuts and integrated search with Gemini.
Reservations, expected price and who it is intended for
Samsung has activated Galaxy Reserve for those who want to sign up before reservations open. The company offers a credit of 90 Euros redeemable with the purchase of the headset, a common incentive in the major releases of its catalog.
As for price, leaks place the Galaxy XR in a range between 1.800 and 2.000 euros. It would be a figure aimed at professional profiles and advanced enthusiasts, but significantly below the approximately 3.200 euros for the Apple Vision ProSamsung's goal would be to open the door to a slightly wider audience with a lighter and potentially more affordable device.
Context, background and recent leaks
The project, known as Moohan, has been appearing at fairs and at Unpacked in January, but in recent weeks there have been deep leaks which have revealed the design, specifications, and parts of the interface. Industry sources suggest that these developments may have accelerated the event's communication and timing.
Beyond the pulse with apple vision pro, the launch fits into a market that is gaining traction due to the addition of mixed reality headsets and proposals for glasses with AI-assisted functions. Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm's approach combines specific hardware, a common software platform (Android XR), and AI integration to try to elevate the experience beyond a simple technological demonstration.
All of the above leaves a clear picture: Samsung It aims to compete head-to-head in spatial computing with a high-performance headset, an interface designed for everyday use, and an Android ecosystem behind it. It remains to be seen whether the app will be available outside of Korea, whether it will offer content agreements, and, above all, how the apps perform in real-world use.
There is very little left to clear up doubts: on October 21 at 22:00 in Spain We will know if Galaxy XR meets expectations in design, comfort, performance and integration of Android XR and Gemini, and if the price and reservations with 90 euro credit They are attractive enough to gain ground against established rivals.
