The Samsung Galaxy XR headset has been officially unveiled in the UK, bringing in what Samsung is referring to as the first Android XR device in the country. The Android XR platform by Google and Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chip have powered this immersive mixed reality headset, which is built on the idea of fusing the digital world with the real one through voice, gesture, and vision-driven control capabilities.The Samsung Galaxy XR headset was first launched globally in selected countries such as South Korea and the US in October 2025.About The AuthorJournalist and a writer with a strong interest in news, culture, technology, and human-interest stories. Passionate about making complex topics accessible and engaging.Galaxy XR now available in the UKSamsung's Galaxy XR headset has become available from the company's official website in the UK for the retail price of £1,699. As part of the promotion, all customers buying the device get a gift, a Google Explorer Pack worth over £665.It consists of a one-year subscription to Google AI Pro, YouTube Premium, Google Play Pass, Calm Premium, Adobe Project Pulsar, and also NFL PRO ERA and ASTEROID immersive experience. The promotional period has not been revealed by Samsung.Together with the headset, users can buy additional devices. In particular, the Galaxy XR Travel Case and Galaxy XR Controllers have a cost of £249 each, but both accessories can be bought at a discount of 30 per cent until September 30. Also, customers have a chance to save up to 10 per cent on the Galaxy XR when buying it together with a Galaxy phone until August 4.Built around Android XRGalaxy XR comes loaded with Android XR, which has been developed jointly by Google and Qualcomm Technologies. As mentioned by Samsung, the device represents a completely new breed of spatial computing in which immersive apps for entertainment, work and socialising along with natural interaction such as voice, gesture and eye-tracking have come together.Ever since the device came out last year, Samsung has been upgrading the device by adding useful features through software updates so that the mixed reality device becomes more practical to use in real-world scenarios.More articles by AuthorTrending StoriesOne such important addition to the device is that of Google Maps. The headset offers users an immersive 3D look around a destination with the help of the Immersive View feature, while Gemini AI can assist with navigation and recommendations of nearby places as users navigate through virtual locations.Samsung has also extended AI-based content discovery on YouTube. Apart from supporting immersive videos in 180-degree and 360-degree formats, Galaxy XR adds a special spatial content section that provides videos converted to 3D. As users watch content, they can use Gemini AI to ask questions regarding the information presented on-screen.AI features and immersive viewingSamsung also included several AI-enabled functions that help to blur the line between the real world and virtual environment. Video pass-through mode allows users to view their physical environment while drawing a circle in the air to perform visual search using the Circle to Search function. The user is able to quickly search for any object visible around him or her.Also, the device is capable of converting all supported images and videos into 3D content without the need to use special cameras.As for entertainment, Galaxy XR provides two 4K Micro OLED screens which provide a cinema-style experience for movies and TV series streaming. The device uses Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 processor that is capable of handling AI calculations, immersive sound and high-quality graphics for extended reality usage.Samsung claims that Galaxy XR lasts up to 2.5 hours on a single charge.Enterprise support expands use casesAlong with consumer-oriented attributes, Samsung sees Galaxy XR as a productivity device for the business world. The headset has been made compatible with Android Enterprise, and thus companies can now deploy and manage their devices through their current Android management system.Samsung believes that features like enterprise security, application management, and device enrollment make the device ideal for industries like health care, manufacturing, and retail, which have been experimenting with immersive environments for workforce training and collaboration.It has also assured support for Galaxy XR in terms of software and security going forward.Looking beyond smartphonesIn adopting the Galaxy XR, Samsung is taking advantage of spatial computing, which is gaining traction amid big investments by major tech players in the market. Contrary to most headsets that target gaming applications, Samsung is putting much emphasis on its applicability in other functions like productivity, entertainment, AI-assisted search and business.Samsung’s choice of the UK market for its launch also indicates Samsung's continuous push for the development of the Android XR ecosystem by ensuring that there are timely software updates and greater incorporation of Google AI services. The Galaxy XR headset can be used to enjoy extended reality applications, whether for entertainment purposes, VR exploration or in MR AI applications. FAQsWhat is the price of the Samsung Galaxy XR in the UK?The Galaxy XR costs £1,699 in the UK.What contents does the Explorer Pack include for free?This offer bundle comes with Google AI Pro, YouTube Premium, Google Play Pass, Calm Premium, Project Pulsar from Adobe, as well as NFL PRO ERA and ASTEROID experiences.What kind of processor does the Galaxy XR use?The Samsung Galaxy XR runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 platform.How much does the Galaxy XR battery life last?According to Samsung, this device can work up to 2.5 hours.end of article