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Samsung is rumored to be working on a VR headset for the metaverse, and these recently uncovered patent filings just may have confirmed it. Han Jong-hee, CEO of Samsung Electronics, teased that the company may be working on a new virtual reality headset at Mobile World Congress 2022 in Barcelona, stating that [Metaverse-related devices] are now the talk of the town, so they’ve set down to a task to cope with the trend. Read more to see the filing and for additional information.
These two trademark applications were filed on March 30, 2022 with the WIPO (World Intellectual Property Office), and while Galaxy VR can be assumed to be a headset, the other one, Galaxy 360, may be an accessory to connect it to other Galaxy devices. What do we know about Samsung’s next-generation VR headset? It’s speculated to have hologram technology instead of basic displays, thus providing a mixed reality experience.
Oculus Quest 2 — Advanced All-In-One Virtual Reality Headset — 128 GB
- Next-level Hardware – Make every move count with a blazing-fast processor and our highest-resolution display (Packaging may vary)
- All-In-One Gaming – With backward compatibility, you can explore new titles and old favorites in the expansive Quest content library
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- Easy Setup – Just open the box, set up with the smartphone app and jump into VR. No PC or console needed. Requires wireless internet access and the Oculus app (free download) to set up device
- Premium Display – Catch every detail with a stunning display that features 50% more pixels than the original Quest
