Samsung’s Project Moohan Revealed by YouTuber Marques Brownlee


Last week, Samsung provided a quick preview of its forthcoming XR headset. This week, tech YouTuber Marques Brownlee has shared a more in-depth examination of the device, codenamed **Project Moohan**.

During Samsung’s recent **Galaxy Unpacked** event, the headset was featured only briefly, keeping many aspects a secret. However, Brownlee’s exclusive hands-on video, published on Monday, offers a closer examination of the device’s design and functionality from the user’s viewpoint.

### Insights on Project Moohan
Brownlee’s video uncovers several important facts about the headset. In appearance, it bears resemblance to a typical rival of Apple’s **Vision Pro**, although he pointed out that the unit he evaluated is probably not the final version for production. Notably, during his demonstration, the device was without controllers, but it does include **hand- and eye-tracking**, which might eliminate the necessity for controllers altogether. Nevertheless, it remains possible that controllers may be provided or supported upon the device’s official release.

### Distinct Features and Variances
There are a few notable features that set Project Moohan apart from other XR headsets:

1. **USB-C Charging**: The device employs a standard USB-C cable for charging, allowing connection to the included battery pack or even third-party power supplies.

2. **Android XR**: The headset operates on a tailored version of Android meant for XR devices. This enables it to support a broad spectrum of apps from the Google Play Store. Brownlee emphasized how users can easily resize app windows using hand gestures, which may facilitate seamless multitasking.

The incorporation of Android XR grants Project Moohan a considerable advantage, as it guarantees compatibility with a substantial library of applications right from the start. According to Brownlee, apps made for phones and tablets function surprisingly well on the headset, which could serve as a significant selling point upon its launch.

### Expected Launch and Pricing
Samsung is reportedly striving to unveil Project Moohan later this year, although no definitive launch date has been disclosed. Pricing information also remains uncertain, but Brownlee characterized it as a “premium” device, indicating that it might carry a higher price label.

### A Promising Challenger
While Samsung’s initial teaser left much to ponder, Brownlee’s hands-on video provides a more detailed view of what Project Moohan could deliver in the XR arena. With its Android-driven ecosystem and user-friendly features, the device holds potential to attract a wider audience—possibly even tapping into user segments that Apple’s Vision Pro has found challenging to reach.

For now, we must wait for further details from Samsung, but Project Moohan is positioning itself to be an intriguing player in the XR marketplace.