Samsung Galaxy XR Teardown: The Most Repairable VR Headset Yet?
I just tore down the Samsung Galaxy XR headset, and honestly, I’m impressed. This thing is easily one of the most repairable VR headsets I’ve ever worked on.
Usually, when you open up something like this, you expect hidden screws, layers of adhesive, and parts that seem like they were never meant to come apart. But not here. Samsung actually made this one nice to work on.
Smart Internal Design
A lot of the screws inside are the same size, which is something I wish more companies would do. It sounds simple, but it saves a lot of time when you’re putting everything back together. You don’t have to guess which screw goes where because everything just fits.
And the components? Most of them come off in one piece. There’s barely any adhesive in this thing. It’s mostly clips and screws, which is perfect for anyone who actually plans to fix or replace parts later on.
It honestly feels like Samsung wanted people to be able to open this up. That’s not something you see every day.
The Harder Spots
Now, it’s not all perfect. The headband looks like it’ll be a little tricky to replace, and the displays are definitely more complicated. Those are the parts that might give you trouble if you’re not careful.
Still, compared to other headsets I’ve taken apart, it’s really not bad. Everything makes sense once you get inside. There’s no weird glue traps or over-engineered stuff getting in your way.
Not the Prettiest, but Practical
If we’re comparing it to the Apple Vision Pro, sure, the Galaxy XR doesn’t look nearly as pretty on the inside. Apple’s internals are super sleek, like something straight out of a sci-fi movie.
The Galaxy XR, though, is more down-to-earth. It’s built to be repaired, not just admired. Samsung clearly cared more about making it functional than making it look fancy, and I’ll take that any day.
Final Thoughts
The Samsung Galaxy XR might not win any design awards for its internals, but in terms of repairability, it’s miles ahead of most headsets I’ve opened. The consistent screws, clip-based construction, and minimal adhesive make it a big win for anyone who likes to tinker or fix their own gear.
If the Apple Vision Pro is like a luxury car that only the dealership can touch, the Galaxy XR is the project car you can actually work on yourself. If only Samsung threw a screwdriver in the box, I’d call it perfect.
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