Samsung and Google team up for Gemini AI-powered XR headset

Samsung announced their XR headset collaboration with Google, Project Moohan, a couple of days ago. In the demo for the device, the user is seen summoning the AI assistant with the “Hey Gemini,” command instead of the usual “Hey Google.” 

This isn’t surprising considering Google’s ongoing strategy of integrating Gemini AI’ s multimodal features into more offerings. 

Because it will have the Android XR interface, Samsung’s headset is expected to offer all new features from Gemini AI including the ability to use Circle to Search with gestures, viewing videos and photos on a virtual display using Google TV and Google Photos, or live translation and an immersive version of Google Maps. 

Pricing and other details around the device are still unknown but it will be available for purchase next year.

Meanwhile, Google said it is also working with other companies like Magic Leap on upcoming XR products that will have both AI and mixed reality features.