Samsung Unveils Galaxy XR Headset With Hand Tracking and Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 Power

Samsung has stepped into the world of mixed reality with the launch of its Galaxy XR headset at the October 2025 Galaxy Unpacked event. This marks the company’s first-ever extended reality device, blending digital visuals seamlessly into the real world.The headset supports hand gesture controls, thanks to advanced sensors placed around the frame — allowing users to interact naturally without controllers. It’s powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset, offering smooth, responsive performance and immersive visuals. The Galaxy XR also proudly becomes the first headset to run Android XR right out of the box.

In terms of pricing, the Galaxy XR is available in the US for $1,799 (around ₹1,58,000) and in South Korea for KRW 2,690,000 (around ₹1,65,000). Samsung is also offering a monthly plan of $149 (around ₹13,000) for 12 months. It comes in a Silver Shadow color and is currently available only in the US and South Korea via Samsung’s online store.