Samsung's mixed reality headset, the Galaxy XR, launched in the U.S. and South Korea on October 21, with a planned 2026 rollout for Canada, France, Germany, and the UK, indicating a gradual international release. The device is positioned as a middle-priced VR headset comparable to Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro, with pricing likely similar to the U.S. and South Korea markets.
Taylor Swift's 'Showgirl' theatrical experience, tied to her new album 'The Life of a Showgirl,' has canceled its planned international expansion after a successful domestic run, where it grossed over $34 million, and a worldwide total of approximately $50 million. The decision appears to be due to review and censorship issues in certain territories, with the film having played in limited markets like Mexico and Uruguay. The event was highly successful domestically, especially among young female fans.
The international rollout of 'The Hunting Wives' is on hold as Lionsgate negotiates with Netflix for a Season 2 renewal, which requires the series to become a Netflix original with global rights. Despite its success in the U.S. and some international markets, the process of reworking distribution deals is ongoing, but a renewal is expected soon.
HBO Max is expanding into 12 more countries in July, reaching 89 territories, with a focus on partnering with local pay-TV operators and telcos to navigate crowded markets. The company emphasizes balancing local content production with global hits like House of the Dragon and The Last of Us, and is considering rebranding back to HBO Max to leverage the HBO brand's strength.