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Samsung Debuts Galaxy XR Headset Powered by Android XR Platform

Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy XR, its inaugural extended reality headset built on Google’s Android XR platform. The device, developed with Qualcomm, integrates Google Gemini AI and is priced at $1,800, positioning it as a competitor to Apple’s Vision Pro.

Samsung Enters the XR Arena with Galaxy XR

Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy XR, its first extended reality headset, according to reports. The device is built on Android XR, Google’s operating system designed specifically for XR devices, which was introduced nearly a year ago. Sources indicate that this launch marks the debut of the first Android XR device, previously codenamed Project Moohan, developed in collaboration with Samsung and Qualcomm.

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Samsung Reportedly Scraps Galaxy S26 Edge Following Underwhelming S25 Edge Performance

Samsung has reportedly abandoned plans for a Galaxy S26 Edge successor following disappointing sales of the current S25 Edge model. According to Korean media reports, the company will discontinue the ultra-thin smartphone line after current inventory sells out. The decision comes despite Samsung’s heavy promotion of the device’s slim design and early market entry ahead of Apple’s iPhone Air.

Samsung Discontinues Edge Line Following Sales Shortfall

Samsung Electronics has reportedly cancelled development of the Galaxy S26 Edge and will discontinue the current S25 Edge model once existing stock is depleted, according to reports from Korean media outlet Newspim. Sources indicate that the decision follows several months of underwhelming sales performance for the premium thin-form-factor smartphone.