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Google , Samsung , and Qualcomm have entered the extended reality arena with the launch of Android XR, a new operating system designed specifically for VR, AR, and MR headsets. This move pits Google and its partners in this endeavor against Apple and itstoday, Android XR will bring a suite of Google apps and services to the mixed reality world, including popular offerings like Maps, YouTube, Chrome, and Photos.

Additionally, both mobile and tablet Android apps available on Google Play will work on Android XR out of the box. However, there are more apps and games that will be developed for XR which we should start seeing next year.Project Moohan: Samsung's first Android XR headset In their blog post, Samsung states this headset will be equipped with cutting-edge displays, passthrough capabilities, and natural multimodal input. Additionally, Project Moohan will serve as a spatial canvas for users to explore the world through Google Maps, enjoy sports on YouTube, or plan trips with the help of Gemini. All of this they say will be packaged in a lightweight and ergonomically optimized design for maximum comfort. This device is slated for a 2025 release.

We are at an inflection point for the XR, where breakthroughs in multimodal AI enable natural and intuitive ways to use technology in your everyday life. We’re thrilled to partner with Samsung to build a new ecosystem with Android XR, transforming computing for everyone on next-generation devices like headsets, glasses and beyond.The development of Android XR is exciting news. I'm particularly interested in seeing how Google's apps and services are adapted for the mixed reality space.

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