Qualcomm Technologies has announced two new spatial computing platforms — Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 and Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 — which will enable the next generation of mixed reality (MR), virtual reality (VR) devices, and smart glasses. Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 Platform: brings premium MR and VR technology into a single-chip architecture to unlock next-level…
Mahindra becomes first global automaker to use Snapdragon Data Insights
Qualcomm Technologies and Mahindra & Mahindra, a pioneer in the SUV segment in India, announced the companies’ strategic collaboration to use the Snapdragon Digital Chassis Solution cloud-connected services platform — an integrated, flexible services suite for connected cars — for upcoming Mahindra’s range of authentic SUVs. As a key component of the cloud-connected services platform,…
BMW to integrate Snapdragon Digital Chassis
BMW Group and Qualcomm Technologies announced that they have extended their technology collaboration beyond driver assistance and automated driving technologies. The companies are bringing the latest Snapdragon Digital Chassis Solution advancements to power BMW Group’s new vehicles for safer, smarter, and more sophisticated experiences for drivers and passengers. Leveraging both companies’ expertise in innovation, BMW…
JLR vehicles to feature 5G, Wi-Fi, and C-V2X capabilities
Qualcomm Technologies and JLR announced that the companies will work together to bring 5G capabilities to select next-generation JLR vehicles across its brands Range Rover, Defender, Discovery, and Jaguar. As a part of JLR’s efforts in building a sustainability-rich vision of modern luxury by design, the ongoing technology collaboration between Qualcomm Technologies and JLR aims…
Qualcomm partnering with Meta to enable on-device AI applications
Qualcomm Technologies and Meta are working to optimize the execution of Meta’s Llama 2 large language models directly on-device — without relying on the sole use of cloud services. The ability to run generative AI models like Llama 2 on devices such as smartphones, PCs, VR/AR headsets, and vehicles allows developers to save on cloud…
Qualcomm launches new Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 mobile platform
Qualcomm Technologies has announced the new Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 mobile platform, which has been creatively engineered to make incredible mobile experiences accessible to more consumers globally. Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 provides effortless, all-day use with fast CPU speeds, sharp photography, videography, and speedy 5G and Wi-Fi for reliable connections. “Snapdragon – at its core…
Qualcomm to collaborate with Sony on its future smartphones
Qualcomm Technologies announced that it has extended its collaboration with Snapdragon platforms powering Sony’s future smartphones. The companies agreed to work together on the next generations of premium, high, and mid-tier smartphones. Through this collaboration, both companies aim to push the boundaries of what’s possible in mobile technology, delivering unparalleled user experiences and driving progress…
Rohde & Schwarz and Qualcomm to test 3GPP Rel. 17 GSO & GEO satellite chipsets
Rohde & Schwarz in collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, will conduct a comprehensive set of tests for NB-IoT over non-terrestrial networks (NTN) to accurately verify two-way Internet-of-things (IoT) data across various operating modes using GSO and GEO constellations in line with the 3GPP Release 17. At the MWC Shanghai 2023, Rohde & Schwarz will hold a…
Qualcomm offers the world’s first 5G NR-light modem-RF system
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced Snapdragon X35 5G Modem-RF System, the world’s first 5G NR-Light modem-RF system. NR-Light, a new class of 5G, fills the gap in between high-speed mobile broadband devices and extremely low-bandwidth NB-IoT devices. NR-Light devices, powered by Snapdragon X35, can be smaller, more cost-efficient, and provide longer battery life than traditional mobile…
Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 now powers Samsung Galaxy Z devices
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced that its flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform is powering Samsung Electronics’ latest foldable smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4. The company’s newest flagship platform, Snapdragon 8+, is a premium-tier powerhouse delivering performance enhancements for a boost across all on-device experiences. The new Galaxy Z series…
Qualcomm and Mahindra to provide immersive in-vehicle experiences
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. announced new work with Visteon Corporation to bring world-class, transformative in-vehicle experiences to the all-new Scorpio-N, using the 3rd Generation Snapdragon Cockpit Platforms from Qualcomm Technologies. The Scorpio-N offers a cutting-edge driving and ownership experience provided by Mahindra’s connected artificial intelligence (AI) technology, which utilizes Visteon’s SmartCore cockpit domain controller technology…
Snapdragon Pro Series to crown champions at upcoming finals
ESL Gaming, part of ESL FACEIT Group, and Qualcomm Technologies announced more details about the live regional Snapdragon Mobile Challenge finals for Brawl Stars and Clash of Clans. With more than 500,000 players participating in the Snapdragon Pro Series so far, the finals are gearing up for a spectacular showdown. Asia-Pacific: First up is the…
New wireless AR Smart Viewer reference design
Qualcomm Technologies has announced another milestone in making extended reality (XR) the next computing platform with the Wireless AR Smart Viewer Reference Design, powered by the Snapdragon XR2 Platform. The cord-free reference design helps OEMs and ODMs more seamlessly and cost-efficiently prototype and bring to market lightweight, premium AR glasses to enable immersive experiences that…
The Snapdragon Pro series has arrived
Brought to you by ESL Gaming and Qualcomm Technologies, the Snapdragon Pro Series welcomes players and fans to the “Era of Everyone.” Both aspiring mobile gamers and veteran esports athletes from around the world are invited to compete in the three tiers of competition: Snapdragon Mobile Open, Snapdragon Mobile Challenge, and Snapdragon Mobile Masters. “The…
New meter-level location accuracy available for Android smartphones
Trimble and Qualcomm Technologies have announced the availability of Trimble RTX GNSS technology for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 888 Mobile Platforms. This technology enables superior location capabilities in premium Android smartphones worldwide. The integration of Trimble RTX GNSS technology, a correction services platform, with Snapdragon contributes to a higher quality, more accurate…
New Snapdragon X70 Modem-RF offers world’s first 5G AI processor
Qualcomm Technologies has announced the Snapdragon X70 5G Modem-RF System, its 5th generation modem-to-antenna 5G solution. Snapdragon X70 introduces the world’s first 5G AI processor in a modem-RF system, to harness the power of AI for breakthrough 5G performance with 10 Gigabit 5G downloads — offering fast upload speeds, low latency, coverage, and power efficiency.…
Qualcomm collaborates to advance smart cities and 5G IoT solutions
Qualcomm Technologies is collaborating with Cybertrust Japan Co. and SB Technology Corp. to support the deployment of smart solutions through the Qualcomm IoT Services Suite so as to better help businesses and entities looking to adopt and integrate smart solutions. This will first begin in Japan, with intent to expand globally in the future. Through…
Qualcomm and its partners offer first smartphone demo of iSIM technology
Qualcomm Technologies, Vodafone, and Thales have joined forces to demonstrate a working smartphone, featuring iSIM (based on the ieUICC GSMA specification), a new technology enabling the functionality of a SIM card to be integrated into a device’s main processor. This milestone paves the way for commercialization of the technology, which could be rolled out in…
Qualcomm and Alps Alpine deliver advanced automotive in-cabin features
Qualcomm Technologies and Alps Alpine Co. have announced a joint partnership to deliver the Digital Cabin — a proposal for future mobility to enrich a space of style and comfort, even behind the cockpit. The Digital Cabin uses high-performance reference architecture (HPRA), Alps Alpine’s original integrated electronic-control unit (ECU) powered by the 3rd Generation Snapdragon…
Qualcomm highlighted portfolio and support from ecosystem partners at CES 2022
During the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Qualcomm Technologies highlighted broad support from ecosystem partners for the PC industry’s transition to Arm-based computing. The company’s portfolio of Snapdragon compute platforms already powers a number of innovative devices from leading PC OEMs, enabling superior connectivity, AI-accelerated experiences, and robust security to the over 200 enterprise customers…