Samsung to Unveil Project Moohan — First Android XR Headset
Samsung will officially reveal its long-anticipated XR headset, codenamed Project Moohan, during a livestream on October 21 at 10PM ET. The reveal will be streamed on Samsung’s YouTube channel and the Samsung Newsroom site. This event is notable because Moohan is expected to be the first device built on Google’s new Android XR operating system.
Android XR is Google’s platform designed specifically for extended-reality devices (VR, AR, and mixed reality). Samsung says the headset will showcase how the OS can “seamlessly blend everyday utility with immersive new experiences.” Early leaks hint at some high-end features, but official specs will be confirmed (or refuted) during the livestream.
- Event: October 21, 10PM ET — streamed on Samsung’s YouTube channel and Newsroom (Samsung Newsroom)
- OS: First consumer device running Android XR (Google)
- Rumored features: high-resolution display, advanced tracking, and integration with Gemini AI
- Reported price range from leaks: $1,800–$2,800, positioning it closer to Apple Vision Pro than lower-cost AR glasses
There are still unknowns — Samsung hasn’t published full specs or pricing. What we can expect on launch night is a clearer picture of hardware, software capabilities, and how Android XR differentiates itself from other XR platforms. For more on pre-launch coverage, see the original report on Engadget (Engadget).
Why this matters: If Samsung delivers a polished device with strong software integration, Android XR could gain significant momentum and offer a direct competitor to Apple’s Vision Pro — especially if Gemini-powered features are real.
Discussion: Will you tune into the livestream, and do you think Project Moohan can challenge Apple Vision Pro on price and features?