Google launches Android XR to enhance extended reality experience

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Google has launched Android XR, a new software platform for extended reality (XR) devices, featuring Gemini AI at its core. This marks a shift from previous efforts like Google Glass and aims to integrate XR more closely with smartphones. During a demonstration, Samsung's Project Moohan VR headset showcased high-quality visuals and advanced features like eye tracking and multimodal controls. Users can interact with virtual objects and access information seamlessly, enhancing the overall experience. Android XR adapts its interface based on device capabilities, allowing for both immersive headsets and lighter glasses. This development signals Google's renewed focus on XR technology, following past challenges with earlier products.


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