Google Rolls Out PC Connect Beta for Android XR Devices
Google has launched a beta version of PC Connect, a first-party virtual desktop application designed for Android XR headsets and glasses. The tool enables users to access and interact with Windows desktops remotely within mixed reality environments. Samsung’s Galaxy XR headset serves as the initial supported device for this feature.
PC Connect allows mirroring of Windows PC screens into virtual windows inside the XR space. Users can resize, reposition, and multitask with desktop applications alongside Android XR content. The application supports keyboard and mouse input passthrough for seamless productivity workflows.
This release expands Android XR’s ecosystem beyond mobile apps and gaming. Developers gain tools to integrate traditional desktop software into immersive setups. Google positions the feature as enhancing hybrid work scenarios in spatial computing.
The beta follows Android XR’s developer preview announced earlier. Samsung collaborates closely on integration for its upcoming high-end mixed reality headset. Early testers report stable performance with low latency over local networks.
PC Connect requires a compatible Windows PC and the latest Android XR system update. Users enroll through Google’s beta program for access. Feedback channels help refine stability and feature set ahead of wider rollout.
Industry analysts view this as strengthening Android XR against competitors like Meta’s Horizon OS and Apple’s visionOS. Virtual desktop capabilities address common productivity gaps in standalone headsets. Remote access aligns with growing demand for flexible work tools.
Google continues rapid iteration on Android XR platform features. Recent additions include autospatialization for environmental awareness. The company targets broader device compatibility in future updates.
This development underscores efforts to make mixed reality devices viable daily drivers. Combining mobile and desktop experiences aims to accelerate adoption among professionals. Beta participants contribute to shaping final consumer versions.
No specific timeline exists for stable release yet. Google encourages developers to test integrations with PC Connect. The tool represents another step in evolving XR beyond entertainment applications.
