Introduction to Project Moohan
After months of waiting, I finally got the possibility to check out Samsung’s mixed-reality headset, Project Moohan, on the Google I/O press lounge. Despite its basic appearance, I used to be genuinely impressed with my experience. Samsung first revealed Project Moohan in 2024, but only a select few got to try it out. We knew what it looked like and what sort of Android XR software to expect, but we didn’t know if it will live as much as Samsung and Google’s guarantees.
What it’s like using Project Moohan
Using Project Moohan was a novel experience. A Google rep helped me arrange the headset, which included printing out lens inserts to match my prescription. The headset itself felt well-balanced and secure on my head, because of the adjustable back knob. I needed to carry an influence brick in my pocket, which was a bit heavy, nevertheless it didn’t detract from my overall experience. The controls were intuitive, and I discovered it easy to navigate through the several features. The full-color camera was vibrant and clear, and the mixed-reality passthrough allowed me to see the world around me.
Hands-on Experience
I went through a transient onboarding tutorial, which taught me find out how to use the pinch gestures to pick objects and navigate through menus. The virtual hand outline was accurate and responsive, and I barely had any missed inputs during my demo. I used to be capable of watch 4K nature videos on YouTube, and the resolution was impressive. I also tried out an immersive 180° video and a standard 2D video enhanced with AI so as to add 3D depth. The experience was seamless, and I discovered myself fully immersed within the content.
Natural Gemini Navigation
Gemini is Samsung’s navigation system, and it’s designed to make it easy to make use of the headset. By default, opening an app will bring it front and center as a 2D window. But after I hit the "expand" button in YouTube, it curved the display for a more traditional theater look and added secondary windows on either side with video info, a playlist scroll, and more. Gemini can be designed to open and navigate through apps for you, making it easy to make use of the headset.
Gemini in Action
I attempted out Gemini with Google Maps, and it was impressive. I could use pinch gestures to zoom in or out with minimal lag and smooth scrolling. I asked Gemini a few nearby cliff, and it told me it was the famous El Capitan. Gemini asked if I desired to know more about its geology or its climbing history, and I used to be capable of get more information with just just a few voice commands. The experience was natural and intuitive, and I discovered myself using Gemini without even fascinated with it.
Only Moohan’s Price has me Worried
While I used to be impressed with Project Moohan, the value remains to be a priority. Samsung will officially launch the headset later in 2025, and it’s expected to be a premium product with a high price tag. I’m guessing it is going to cost greater than a Quest, but lower than the Apple Vision Pro. If the value is true, and it pairs well with Bluetooth keyboards and mice for work, and it has an honest choice of VR games and streaming apps, then I’d definitely consider buying it.
Conclusion
Overall, my experience with Project Moohan was positive. The headset is well-designed, and the controls are intuitive. The Gemini navigation system is natural and straightforward to make use of, and the full-color camera is vibrant and clear. While the value remains to be a priority, I feel Project Moohan has the potential to be a game-changer on the earth of mixed reality. If Samsung can get the value right and supply a wide selection of apps and content, then Project Moohan might be a must have device for anyone all in favour of mixed reality.
