Samsung to reportedly launch a high-end VR HMD powered by dual OLED microdisplays

According to reports, Samsung Electronics is working on a new VR headset that it plans to release in the second half of 2024.

The new headset will be based on OLED microdisplays, apparently produced by Samsung Display. The reports suggest the the microdisplays will be similar to the 1.41" 4K Sony OLED microdisplays used by Apple in its Vision Pro headset.

 

The new Samsung headset will cost around $2,000. This will be a high-end devices, and Samsung is looking to only produce around 30,000 units when it launches. The headset will be powered by Qualcomm's XR series chipset and will run on an optimized Android for VR OS. 

Posted: Nov 14,2023 by Ron Mertens