Samsung Finally Launches Galaxy XR Headset in the UK

Samsung’s Galaxy XR Headset Hits UK Shelves: Everything You Need to Know

If you have been keeping an eye on the immersive tech space, you might already know about the Galaxy XR. After making its debut in Korea and the US, Samsung’s high-end mixed reality headset has finally crossed the pond and is officially available in the UK.

You can now head over to the Samsung UK online store to pick one up. It carries a recommended retail price of £1,699, which puts it firmly in the premium category for enthusiasts and early adopters.

The “Explorer Pack” Bonus

To sweeten the deal, Samsung is throwing in an “Explorer Pack” for a limited time—though they haven’t put a firm end date on that offer just yet. Samsung claims this bundle is worth roughly £665, and it includes a suite of subscriptions and apps to get you started:

12 months of Google AI Pro
YouTube Premium & Google Play Pass
Calm Premium
Project Pulsar by Adobe
Gaming titles like NFL PRO ERA and the Asteroid immersive experience

Under the Hood

For those curious about the internals, the Galaxy XR is powered by the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset, ensuring it has enough grunt to handle intensive applications. It features sharp 4K Micro-OLED displays and offers up to 2.5 hours of battery life—perfect for shorter, high-impact immersive sessions.

Ways to Save

Samsung is running a few promotions to make the price point a bit easier to swallow:

Bundle Discounts: Buy the headset alongside a Galaxy smartphone by August 4 to snag 10% off the headset.
Wearable Savings: If you grab a Galaxy Watch or a pair of Buds with your headset, you’ll save 10% on those items until September 30.
Accessories: The Galaxy XR Travel Case and dedicated controllers usually cost £249 each, but you can grab them for 30% off if you act before September 30.

Whether you’re looking to dive into new virtual worlds or want to see how Samsung’s latest hardware stacks up against the competition, the Galaxy XR is now ready for the UK market.