Google and Samsung team up for XR

 At the recent Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event, Google was a surprise guest, hinting at a new XR platform coming this year.

What is XR

XR stands for Extended Reality, encompassing Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR).

 Unveiling the fruits of the partnership

Samsung's TM Roh confirmed a new XR platform coming this year, a product of the collaboration between Samsung and Google.

Time is ticking

With 2024 already halfway through, Samsung and Google need to act fast.

 Samsung Developer’s Conference: A possible glimpse?

Our best bet for more info might be the upcoming Samsung Developer’s Conference (SDC) scheduled for October 3rd, 2024.

Hardware or Software?

Previous hints suggest an XR-focused physical device. Could it be a Samsung VR headset or AR glasses?

 Standalone vs. Phone-powered

The device could be standalone or similar to Xreal Air 2 Ultras, requiring a smartphone to function.

Pixel Launch Shuffle and XR Plans

 Google’s earlier Pixel launch this year might be to create breathing room for a later XR reveal in October.

The Competition: HorizonOS

The new XR platform will likely compete with established options like Meta’s HorizonOS.

Google and Samsung: Standing Out

To succeed, Google and Samsung need exceptional hardware and software for their XR platform.