Wearables
Samsung Galaxy XR to feature Google’s Find My Device
Samsung recently revealed its first XR headset, Project Moohan, powered by Google’s new Android XR platform. While many details about the headset are still unknown, one key feature of the Android XR has been confirmed which is the the support for Google’s Find My Device.
In a recent interview with Android Faithful, Shahram Izadi, Google’s Vice President of AR/XR, confirmed that Android XR devices like the new Galaxy XR will work with Find My Device. This feature will help users find their XR headsets or smart glasses if they lose them, just like they can locate their smartphones using the same service.
The support for Find My Device is one of the amazing features that Google is planning for Android XR devices including Samsung Galaxy XR. Google AR/XR’s VP also mentioned that Android XR will likely include other known Android features, particularly those under the “Better Together” category.
Android XR live demo with Samsung Project Moohan | Via: Bilawal Sidhu
One of the “Better Together” features could be Quick Share, which makes it easy to share files between devices. While not officially confirmed yet, features like Family Link and multi-user support might also be included in Android XR.
Following Samsung’s Galaxy XR reveal, Google announced the launch of Android XR, developed in collaboration with Samsung and Qualcomm. Designed for the next generation of computing, Android XR combines advancements in AI, AR, and VR. It will power Samsung’s future headsets and glasses starting in 2025.
