Samsung AR Glasses Rumored for Q3 2025 Release
Samsung is reportedly planning to launch its own AR glasses in Q3 2025, featuring a Qualcomm chipset and a lightweight design.
A Chinese research firm, Wellsen XR Research, suggests that Samsung will launch its first augmented reality (AR) glasses in the third quarter of 2025. The rumored specifications point to a lightweight device powered by a Qualcomm chipset. This news comes as a surprise following reports that Samsung had scrapped its mixed-reality headset project after Apple's Vision Pro announcement. This shift towards AR glasses suggests a change in strategy for the Korean tech giant. The rumored specifications include: Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Battery: 155mAh Weight: 50 grams Camera: Sony IMX681 12MP Initial Production Target: 500,000 units The lightweight design hints that the AR glasses might require tethering to a smartphone for processing power, similar to a concept Apple reportedly considered for a future product. This is likely due to the challenges in creating powerful, standalone AR glasses with current technology. Pricing and the official name of the device remain unknown, but competitiv…