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Samsung Galaxy XR Reportedly Opens Pre-Registration Oct. 15, With Korea Launch in Late October

The premium headset is set to debut as the first major device on Google’s Android XR platform built with Qualcomm silicon.

Overview

  • Korean reports indicate sign-ups will run for one week from October 15 ahead of an unveiling around October 21–22.
  • FNNews says Samsung will launch in South Korea on October 22, with in-store demos appearing as early as October 20.
  • Samsung designed the hardware while Google supplied Android XR and Qualcomm provides the XR chipset, positioning the device to anchor an Android XR ecosystem.
  • Pricing is reportedly above $2,000 and initial availability is expected to be limited to select markets, with global timing still unconfirmed.
  • Samsung has emphasized lighter weight and wearing comfort, while leak-level reports point to high-resolution Micro‑OLED displays and advanced tracking.