On November 5, Patently Apple posted a report titled "Samsung revealed in a recent presentation to investors that XR devices will be launching in 2025." Samsung will reportedly aim for a competing XR headset to challenge Apple's Vision Pro in addition to introducing Smartglasses with AI that will be marketed as a Smartphone Accessory.

Last Thursday a patent application from Samsung was published in Europe that focuses on a next-gen XR headset. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the wearable device may provide convenience of wearing to the user. In addition, according to an embodiment, the wearable device may improve spatial efficiency and provide economic feasibility of manufacturing.

According to a patent embodiment, a wearable device includes: a first housing accommodating a first electronic component; a second housing accommodating a second electronic component and spaced apart from the first housing; a first support member connected to the first housing; a second support member connected to the second housing; a first fastening unit connecting the first housing and the second housing; a second fastening unit positioned relatively adjacent to an inner center of the wearable device and connecting the first support member and the second support member, and a length adjustment unit for adjusting a length of each of the first fastening unit and the second fastening unit, compared to the first fastening unit.

Samsung's patent FIG. 5B below is a side view illustrating a state in which the wearable device is worn; FIG. 4A is a perspective view of a wearable device; FIG. 4B is a plan view of a wearable device.

Samsung's patent FIG. 8C above is a plan view of a length adjustment unit of a wearable device; FIG. 8D is a rear perspective view of the length adjustment unit of the wearable device according to an embodiment. 

Various Aspects of the Headset

The artificial intelligence model may be generated through machine learning. The artificial neural network may include a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), Deep Q-networks or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the above-described examples. The artificial intelligence model may additionally or alternatively include a software structure other than the hardware structure.

The sound output module May output sound signals to the outside of the electronic device. The sound output module may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker may be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback.

The display module May visually provide information to the outside (e.g. a user) of the electronic device. The display module may include, for example, a display, a hologram device, or a projector and control circuitry to control a corresponding one of the display, hologram device, and projector. According to an embodiment, the display module may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of force generated by the touch.

The audio module may convert a sound into an electrical signal and vice versa. According to an embodiment, the audio module may obtain the sound via the the input module or output the sound via the sound output module or a headphone of an external electronic device (e.g. an electronic device) directly (e.g. wiredly) or wirelessly coupled with the electronic device.

The sensor module may detect an operational state (e.g. power or temperature) of the electronic device or an environmental state (e.g. a state of a user) external to the electronic device and then generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. According to an embodiment, the sensor module May include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, an atmospheric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, Alternatively, the display device may include an illuminance sensor.

The haptic module may convert an electrical signal into a mechanical stimulus (e.g. a vibration or a movement) or electrical stimulus which may be recognized by a user via his tactile sensation or kinesthetic sensation. According to an embodiment, the haptic module may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electric stimulator.

The camera module may capture a still image or moving images. According to an embodiment, the camera module may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

The power management module may manage power supplied to the electronic device. According to an embodiment, the power management module may be implemented as at least part of, for example, a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

The battery  may supply power to at least one component of the electronic device. According to an embodiment, the battery may include, for example, a primary cell which is not rechargeable, a secondary cell which is rechargeable, or a fuel cell.

The patent dives deep into the construction of the headset along with added features. You could review it all under Samsung's European patent application WO2024237661.