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In a strategic move signaling the imminent launch of its first Android XR headset, Samsung has enabled a “3D Capture” feature on select Galaxy phones, allowing users to create spatial photos and videos. Discovered within a recent update to the Camera Assistant app (part of the Good Lock module), this functionality positions Samsung to compete directly with Apple’s Vision Pro. Fans can now get a content ecosystem ahead of the hardware release.
Android XR Headset Enabling Spatial Media
The new “3D Capture” toggle allows users to capture photos and videos with depth information. You can find it in Camera Assistant version 4.0.0.3.
While the app itself is available on other devices like the Galaxy S25 FE, the capture toggle is currently only activated on the flagship Galaxy S25 Ultra. It also offers superior camera hardware.
When the feature is enabled on the S25 Ultra, a new button appears in the camera viewfinder, marked with an outline of “Project Moohan,” which is Samsung’s codename for its upcoming headset. And yes, Project Moohan still does not have an official name.
This direct reference to the hardware confirms the feature’s purpose: creating content for the headset, which will reportedly be called the Galaxy XR.
Samusng Following Apple’s Blueprint?
Samsung’s approach mirrors Apple’s strategy for its Vision Pro, where recent iPhones can capture spatial video for viewing on the headset. This pre-emptive focus on content creation is crucial for building a compelling ecosystem for a new XR platform.
By allowing users to create personal, immersive content with their existing high-end phones, Samsung ensures a library of “spatial memories” is ready and waiting for its headset.
What to expect from the Galaxy Android XR
While Samsung’s official announcement for the Galaxy XR is still pending, leaks suggest a launch could be imminent. The headset, a collaboration with Google and Qualcomm, will reportedly run on the Android XR platform and feature high-resolution Micro OLED displays and hand-tracking controls.
The initial limitation of the 3D Capture feature to the S25 Ultra suggests Samsung is starting with its most capable device while refining the software. Future support for other high-end Galaxy phones, like the Galaxy Z Fold series, is likely.
The implementation within the Camera Assistant app, rather than the native camera app, also suggests a phased rollout strategy. This allows Samsung to gather feedback and refine the user experience before making the feature a standard part of the core camera app across more devices. A tactical approach is critical for the success of a new technology and its integration into the wider Galaxy ecosystem.
