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Android XR: Everything you need to know
By Michael L Hicks last updated
Gemini unleashed Android XR is the software that Samsung and other brands will use for XR headsets, AR glasses, and smart glasses. We'll explain how it works.

Android XR headsets will take a vital camera option from Android phones
By Michael L Hicks published
Permission to peep As details slowly trickle in about Android XR, a VR veteran has revealed official Google info about how mixed-reality apps will access your living room space.

I've used the future of device input, and now Meta explains how it works
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Android Central Labs A simple cloth band around your wrist is about to revolutionize touch input yet again.

This year, Android XR will debut these cutting-edge products
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Extending your reality Android XR is one operating system that unites AR and VR devices. Here's what we expect to see launch with the OS in 2025.

Android XR vs. Meta Horizon OS: How Meta Quest and Google tech will stack up
By Michael L Hicks published
XR showdown We break down how Google's new Android XR will compare against Meta for software, hardware, AI, partnerships, and more.

Samsung tipped to have smart glasses up its sleeve at Unpacked 2025
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Samsung AR finally Samsung is gearing up for the Galaxy S25 series in mid-January next year, and a report suggests we could also see a glimpse of smart glasses.

Samsung confirms Galaxy S25, suggests a cheaper foldable and XR device could be on the horizon
By Brady Snyder published
Big reveals Shortly after dispelling the idea of a cheaper foldable, Samsung appears to be changing its tune.

Meta Quest 3: Specs, new storage sizes, 3 vs. 3S, and everything you need to know
By Michael L Hicks last updated
MR + VR The mixed-reality Meta Quest 3 is getting some changes thanks to the Quest 3S. Here's what you need to know about it.
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