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APK Teardown Hints Galaxy Ring Controls for Samsung’s Upcoming XR Glasses

A new app string points to ring-driven gestures for Samsung’s planned Android XR eyewear, suggesting a unified input path across its headset ecosystem.

Overview

  • Android Authority found a “ring gesture for glasses” reference in the Galaxy Ring Manager APK, indicating potential smart-glasses integration.
  • SamMobile reports the Galaxy Ring could act as a controller for Samsung’s glasses and assist navigation on the Galaxy XR headset.
  • Examples cited include using a double‑pinch to select interface elements or confirm actions instead of relying on a glasses touchpad.
  • The glasses are reportedly not expected to include hand‑tracking cameras, creating a practical role for a wearable input device like the ring.
  • Samsung has confirmed it is developing Android XR glasses with Google, Warby Parker, and Gentle Monster, with reports pointing to a fashion‑first model in 2026 and an AR‑capable version in 2027.