"I have had the new M5-powered Apple Vision Pro and Samsung Galaxy XR headsets sitting on my desk for several weeks. These are expensive, cutting-edge pieces of hardware. Apple's version is $3,499! Samsung's headset is roughly half that-still a pretty penny at $1,800. Mustering the energy to don them has been a task. You can watch movies, play immersive games, and get some work done with multiple virtual screens."
"I purchased the Galaxy XR from Samsung's website, and the company offers a handy link to EyeBuyDirect, where you can buy prescription Kodak magnetic inserts for $100 so you can use the headset without glasses. The process was seamless, though long shipping times meant my inserts arrived weeks before the XR. While I appreciate how much more lightweight the Galaxy XR is compared to the Vision Pro, I constantly struggled to find a comfortable fit."
The Samsung Galaxy XR delivers sharp, colorful micro-OLED displays, access to Android apps, and a lightweight design. Pricing sits around $1,800, roughly half the Apple Vision Pro's $3,499. Comfort suffers from forehead pressure, warm fans, and an imprecise fit that requires tightening a rear knob. Prescription Kodak magnetic inserts are available for $100 and install easily, though shipping can be slow. Two magnetic light shields help block ambient light but are imperfect. Software shows multiple bugs, navigation is not highly precise, and user avatars can render poorly, reducing immersion during extended sessions.
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