Introducing Galaxy XR: The First Android XR Headset

Today, Samsung introduced the Galaxy XR, the very first device to run on Android XR, their new operating system for cutting-edge headsets and glasses. Android XR blends the helpfulness of Gemini with an awareness of your surroundings to offer new ways to interact with AI assistants and enjoy apps and games. The Galaxy XR headset provides a sneak peek at this innovative way of engaging with technology.

With the Galaxy XR, you can experience an infinite screen to explore your apps, with Gemini by your side. You have the flexibility to switch between complete immersion in a virtual environment and staying connected to the real world. Plus, you can navigate the interface naturally using your voice, hands, and eyes. Since it runs on Android, you can fill the infinite screen with your favorite apps from Google Play, including apps from top streaming services like Crunchyroll, HBO Max, and Peacock.

Additionally, you can access new versions of Google apps optimized for XR, along with millions of mobile and tablet apps. The Galaxy XR also offers immersive games from studios like Mirrorscape and Owlchemy Labs, as well as over 50 new XR experiences from Adobe, Calm, Fox Sports, and MLB. Android XR supports open standards like OpenXR, WebXR, and Unity, paving the way for more innovative content in the future.

What sets this experience apart is Gemini, which is tailored for Galaxy XR. With Gemini Live, the AI assistant can better understand your actions and surroundings, making it easier to assist you or take action on your behalf across different apps with just a conversation. Here are three ways the Galaxy XR revolutionizes how you watch, explore, and create:

1. Enjoy movies and memories: Transform any room into your personal theater with the Galaxy XR. Watch immersive 180 and 360-degree VR content on YouTube or stream movies on a resizable screen with Google TV. With Google Photos, convert your 2D photos and videos into 3D, allowing you to step into your memories. Gemini is there to assist you while watching videos, viewing photos, or playing games. For instance, if you’re watching basketball highlights, you can ask Gemini for real-time stats on a player on screen.

Experience the future of entertainment with the Galaxy XR and Android XR—a tech innovation that’s revolutionizing how we interact with virtual reality.