Android XR headset teasers at Galaxy Unpacked

Samsung’s Android XR Headset Teased at Galaxy Unpacked: What We Know So Far

Samsung’s long-rumored Android XR headset—Project Moohan—was subtly teased at the Galaxy Unpacked July 2025 event. While the spotlight remained on foldables and wearables, Samsung offered a glimpse into its Apple Vision Pro competitor, promising deep AI integration, mixed-reality capabilities, and seamless Galaxy ecosystem support.

Here's a breakdown of what we’ve learned and why this XR headset could be one of 2025’s most anticipated tech launches.

🔍 Key Teasers from Galaxy Unpacked 2025

1. 📆 Confirmed Late 2025 Launch

• Samsung’s MX division announced a "second half of 2025" launch window.

• Leaks suggest a September 29 reveal and October 13 release in South Korea.

• Google confirmed its collaboration, citing enhancements in Android XR OS for Samsung hardware.

2. 🧠 Hardware Leaks: Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 & Dual 4K Displays

Expected specs include:

• Qualcomm XR2+ Gen 2 chip (4nm, 6-core CPU, Adreno 740 GPU)

• Dual 4K Micro-OLED displays (3840 × 3552, 90Hz)

• 16GB RAM

• 12 sensors/cameras for spatial tracking and gesture input

3. 🤖 Built-in AI and Ecosystem Integration

• Samsung will integrate Gemini AI, offering context-aware assistance.

• XR headset will run Android apps natively, syncing easily with Galaxy smartphones and tablets.

4. 🌐 Mixed-Reality Experience

• Demos showcased full-color passthrough, easy hand-tracking, and intuitive UI.

• Modes like Google’s "Home Space" and "Full Space" hint at multitasking and immersive workflows.

⚔️ How Samsung’s XR Headset Compares

FeatureSamsung Project MoohanApple Vision ProMeta Quest 3Price$1,500–$2,000 (rumored)$3,499$499OSAndroid XR (Google)visionOSMeta Horizon OSDisplay4K Micro-OLED (per eye)4K Micro-OLEDLCD (2064 × 2208/eye)AIGemini integrationSiriMeta AIEcosystemGalaxy + Android AppsApple ecosystemMeta social + apps

🔮 What’s Coming Next?

• September 2025: Likely full reveal at Samsung's dedicated XR launch event

• Content Partnerships: Expect announcements around YouTube VR, Google Earth XR, etc.

• Developer Push: Updates to Android XR SDK expected at Google I/O 2026

✅ The Bottom Line

Samsung’s Project Moohan is shaping up to be more than just another VR headset. With powerful hardware, deep AI integration, and native Android compatibility, it offers a productivity-focused alternative to Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest.

If Samsung nails the pricing and app ecosystem, the October 2025 launch could mark a major shift in the XR landscape.