New Delhi, Oct. 29 -- Samsung has finally stepped into spatial computing with Galaxy XR, a mixed reality headset built on Android XR and powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR2 Plus Gen 2. Galaxy AI features are baked in from the start, which tells you this is not a concept or a sideline. It is a serious first move for Samsung and a clear flag for Google's new platform.

The hardware feels like a proper flagship. Samsung is using Micro OLED panels at 3,552 by 3,840 per eye with refresh rates up to 90 Hz. The field of view is wide at 109 degrees horizontally and 100 degrees vertically. Tracking covers eyes, hands and head. There is iris recognition for unlocks and sign ins, which is a practical touch for a device you will pass between work an...