{"id":349175,"date":"2025-11-02T00:42:13","date_gmt":"2025-11-02T00:42:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/349175\/"},"modified":"2025-11-02T00:42:13","modified_gmt":"2025-11-02T00:42:13","slug":"samsung-galaxy-xr-how-and-where-to-buy-the-new-vr-headset","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/349175\/","title":{"rendered":"Samsung Galaxy XR: How and where to buy the new VR headset"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/category\/samsung\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung<\/a>&#8216;s answer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/review\/apple-vision-pro\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple Vision Pro<\/a> is finally here. The Samsung Galaxy XR virtual reality headset formally debuted Tuesday during a livestreamed Galaxy Event, ditching its &#8220;Project Moohan&#8221; code name after <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/article\/samsung-unpacked-xr-headset-project-moohan-teased\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" rel=\"noopener\">ten months<\/a> and marking the first-ever Android XR headset. You can order it now for $1,799.99.<\/p>\n<p>The Galaxy XR is exclusively available for purchase on Samsung.com or in <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/zJrr0N?pageview_type=Standard&amp;template=article&amp;module=content_body&amp;element=offer&amp;item=text-link&amp;element_label=Samsung%20Experience%20Stores&amp;object_type=article&amp;object_uuid=00vd51ldc3w8M1zmhkq60uT&amp;short_url=zJrr0N&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Farticle%2Fsamsung-galaxy-xr-where-to-buy\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\">Samsung Experience Stores<\/a> in the U.S. and South Korea. At the time of writing, Nov. 4 is the earliest delivery date for American shoppers.<\/p>\n<p>While the Galaxy XR isn&#8217;t cheap, it&#8217;s worth noting that it&#8217;s almost half the price of the $3,499 <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/Q4DD0J?pageview_type=Standard&amp;template=article&amp;module=content_body&amp;element=offer&amp;item=text-link&amp;element_label=Vision%20Pro&amp;object_type=article&amp;object_uuid=00vd51ldc3w8M1zmhkq60uT&amp;short_url=Q4DD0J&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Farticle%2Fsamsung-galaxy-xr-where-to-buy\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\">Vision Pro<\/a> (which Apple happened to <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/article\/apple-vision-pro-m5-announcement\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" rel=\"noopener\">update with M5 silicon<\/a> and a new band just last week). We&#8217;ll have an in-depth breakdown of the differences between the Galaxy XR and Vision Pro in the coming days, but in the meantime, here&#8217;s a quick overview of the former&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/article\/project-moohan-samsung-xr-headset-launch-specs-pricing\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" rel=\"noopener\">specs<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Processor: <\/strong>Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chip<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Memory: <\/strong>16GB RAM<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Storage:<\/strong> 256GB storage<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Display type:<\/strong> Micro-OLED<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Resolution: <\/strong>3,552 x 3,840 pixels<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Refresh rates:<\/strong> 60Hz, 72Hz (by default), up to 90Hz by request<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Video playback:<\/strong> UHD 8K (7680 x 4320 pixels) at 60fps <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Field of view: <\/strong>109 degrees horizontal, 100 degrees vertical<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Camera:<\/strong> 6.5MP, supports 3D photo and video capture<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Sensors: <\/strong>Two high-res pass-through cameras, six world-facing tracking cameras, four eye-tracking cameras, five inertial measurement units (i.e. motion sensors), one depth sensor, and one flicker sensor<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Interpupillary Distance (IPD):<\/strong> 54~70mm \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Battery: <\/strong>Up to two hours of general use, up to 2.5 hours of video playback<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Connectivity:<\/strong> WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Weight<\/strong>: 1.2 pounds with its forehead cushion<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Color:<\/strong> Silver shadow<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Security:<\/strong> Supports iris recognition for unlocking and entering passwords<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Galaxy XR headset ships with several accessories, including a protective cover, a forehead cushion (plus adjusters), detachable light shields for improved immersion, a power cable, a battery pack, a wall charger, and a lens cleaning cloth. Anything else is going to cost you extra. <\/p>\n<p>\n            Mashable Light Speed\n        <\/p>\n<p>                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/images-2.fill.size_2000x1125.v1761157390.jpg\" alt=\"the samsung galaxy xr headset's controllers\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>\n            The Samsung Galaxy XR&#8217;s controllers are priced at $250.<br \/>\n            Credit: Joe Maldonado \/ Mashable\n        <\/p>\n<p>The Galaxy XR&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/QqRRZw?pageview_type=Standard&amp;template=article&amp;module=content_body&amp;element=offer&amp;item=text-link&amp;element_label=controllers&amp;object_type=article&amp;object_uuid=00vd51ldc3w8M1zmhkq60uT&amp;short_url=QqRRZw&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Farticle%2Fsamsung-galaxy-xr-where-to-buy\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\">controllers<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/zEJJ5J?pageview_type=Standard&amp;template=article&amp;module=content_body&amp;element=offer&amp;item=text-link&amp;element_label=travel%20case&amp;object_type=article&amp;object_uuid=00vd51ldc3w8M1zmhkq60uT&amp;short_url=zEJJ5J&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Farticle%2Fsamsung-galaxy-xr-where-to-buy\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\">travel case<\/a> retail separately for $249.99 apiece on Samsung&#8217;s website, though the latter was sold out the last time I checked. You&#8217;ll save 30% if you bundle them with the headset (as opposed to buying them later).<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re a glasses-wearer, a pair of prescription lenses that magnetically attach to the Galaxy XR tacks on an extra $99.99. They&#8217;re available through <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/9gjj5P?pageview_type=Standard&amp;template=article&amp;module=content_body&amp;element=offer&amp;item=text-link&amp;element_label=Eyebuydirect&amp;object_type=article&amp;object_uuid=00vd51ldc3w8M1zmhkq60uT&amp;short_url=9gjj5P&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Farticle%2Fsamsung-galaxy-xr-where-to-buy\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\">Eyebuydirect<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/images-3.fill.size_2000x1125.v1761157390.jpg\" alt=\"the inside of the samsung galaxy xr\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>\n            Wear glasses? You can add prescription lenses to the Samsung Galaxy XR for $100.<br \/>\n            Credit: Joe Maldonado \/ Mashable\n        <\/p>\n<p>At least Samsung isn&#8217;t charging extra for the headset&#8217;s XR experiences \u2014\u00a0not yet, at least. For a limited time, the Galaxy XR includes a free &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/QPVVNW?pageview_type=Standard&amp;template=article&amp;module=content_body&amp;element=offer&amp;item=text-link&amp;element_label=Explorer%20Pack&amp;object_type=article&amp;object_uuid=00vd51ldc3w8M1zmhkq60uT&amp;short_url=QPVVNW&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Farticle%2Fsamsung-galaxy-xr-where-to-buy\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\">Explorer Pack<\/a>&#8221; of services that it supports, including 12 months of <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/article\/google-ai-pro-free-students-guided-learning\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" rel=\"noopener\">Google AI Pro<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/article\/youtube-family-plan-same-household-enforcement\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube Premium<\/a>, Google Play Pass, Calm Premium, and Adobe&#8217;s Project Pulsar (a 3D video editing app). It&#8217;s worth more than $1,140 altogether.<\/p>\n<p>For more on the Galaxy XR and all it entails, check out Mashable&#8217;s contributor Adam Dowd&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/article\/samsung-galaxy-xr-headset-first-impressions\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" rel=\"noopener\">initial hands-on review<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\n        Buy the Samsung Galaxy XR and accessories:\n    <\/p>\n<p>                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"my-auto mx-auto max-h-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/images-1.fit_lim.size_199x133.v1761154027.jpg\" alt=\"the Samsung Galaxy XR headset\" width=\"199\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"my-auto mx-auto max-h-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/images-4.fit_lim.size_177x133.v1761157390.png\" alt=\"Samsung Galaxy XR controllers\" width=\"177\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"my-auto mx-auto max-h-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/images-5.fit_lim.size_177x133.v1761157390.png\" alt=\"the Samsung Galaxy XR Travel Case\" width=\"177\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"my-auto mx-auto max-h-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/images-6.fit_lim.size_266x133.v1761157390.png\" alt=\"Kodak Prescription Lenses for the Samsung Galaxy XR\" width=\"266\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p>\n        Topics<br \/>\n                    <a class=\"underline-link hover:no-underline text-secondary-300 mr-1.5\" href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/category\/samsung\" aria-label=\"Navigate to the Samsung tag\" data-ga-click=\"\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung<\/a><br \/>\n                    <a class=\"underline-link hover:no-underline text-secondary-300 \" href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/category\/virtual-reality\" aria-label=\"Navigate to the Virtual Reality tag\" data-ga-click=\"\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Virtual Reality<\/a>\n            <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Samsung&#8216;s answer to the Apple Vision Pro is finally here. 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