Qualcomm promises sub-20-millisecond latency for Bluetooth audio
Gamers are soon going to have more options for wireless earbuds and headphones that can keep up with their favorite fast-action titles.
Qualcomm claims its laptops destroy Intel chips in AI tasks
Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8cs Gen 3 can significantly outpace low-power Intel laptop chips in AI processing tasks like Stable Diffusion.
Your next smartphone might have an Intel processor — seriously
Intel is one of the biggest names for laptop and desktop chips. Now, it's diving into the world of smartphone and tablet processors.
Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 is big news for cheap phones
Qualcomm has taken the wraps off its Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, designed to deliver powerful entertainment experiences to a broader range of smartphones.
The Nothing Phone 2 just got a spec upgrade I can’t wait for
During MWC 2023, Carl Pei confirmed one of the internal specs for the Nothing Phone 2 — and it has me ecstatic.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X75 ushers in the next era of 5G connectivity
Qualcomm has taken the next big step into a more connected world with the Snapdragon X75, the first 5G Advanced modem chip that will power next-gen smartphones.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X35 will bring 5G to your next smartwatch
Qualcomm is delivering 5G to a whole new class of mobile devices with the Snapdragon X35, a new chip that bridges the gap between smartphones and IoT devices
This exclusive Snapdragon chip supercharges the Galaxy S23 in 4 big ways
Did you know the Galaxy S23 series uses an exclusive, custom version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip? Here's how it supercharges the phone's ability.
At CES 2023, it’s not the software that’s killing Android smartwatches
CES 2023 has revealed a few cool smartwatches, but none make use of the latest Qualcomm processor we know is waiting in the wings, and it's a serious problem.
Android phones are stealing (and beating) the iPhone 14’s best feature at CES 2023
Qualcomm announced Snapdragon Satellite, bringing global satellite connectivity to Android smartphones with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 -- and not just in emergencies.
Why Windows on ARM still couldn’t catch up this year
Windows 11 on ARM has made some advances in performance and compatibility, but they're not enough. Windows on ARM remains an inferior platform.
Using the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 showed me that 2023 phones will be monsters
The Iqoo 11 has the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor inside, which will also power many major phones released in 2023. We put it to the test.
AptX Adaptive vs. aptX HD vs. LDAC: Which Bluetooth codec is the best?
If you're shopping for new wireless earbuds or headphones, listen up: The codecs these devices support affect everything from sound quality to battery life.
What is Snapdragon Sound? Qualcomm’s wireless audio brand fully explained
Bluetooth audio can be confusing at the best of times. Qualcomm hopes to simplify it with Snapdragon Sound. But does it actually make things easier?
What is aptX? Cutting through the clutter of Qualcomm’s codecs
The world of Bluetooth codecs can be a swamp of confusing technical jargon, especially when it comes to Qualcomm's aptX family. Here's what you need to know.
AR glasses will have a dedicated Qualcomm chip in 2023
Qualcomm's new Snapdragon AR2 Gen 1 chipset might be the missing ingredient that makes slim and powerful AR glasses that are more popular in 2023.
Next-gen Qualcomm chips make wireless earbuds, headphones better for gaming and spatial audio
Qualcomm's second-gen S3 and S5 platforms for wireless headphones will make head-tracked spatial audio and lossless CD quality the new standard.
How MediaTek became the best-kept secret in smartphones
If you're not using MediaTek, you're missing out. Here's why.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is here, defining the next generation of premium smartphones
Qualcomm has just announced Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, the next iteration of its flagship smartphone SoC, at Snapdragon Summit 2022.
Qualcomm’s rumored 12-core chip finally sounds like a true ARM revolution for PCs
A new report indicates that a 12-core PC chip from Qualcomm may finally have what it takes to take on Intel and Apple.
The Meta Quest 3 may be twice as powerful as Quest 2
The Quest 3 will be twice as powerful as the Quest 2 if leaks are to be believed. Here's everything we know about Qualcomm and Meta's latest VR headset.
Razer’s 5G-enabled handheld gaming system is getting a public release
Razer, Verizon, and Qualcomm teased the world's first 5G video game handheld: the Razer Edge 5G.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 and 4 Gen 1 chips are big deals for cheap phones
Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chips promise impressive camera, gaming, and connectivity upgrades for budget Android smartphones.
After 10 years of headaches, I’m finally a believer in Windows on ARM
It's been a 10-year-long journey, but Windows on ARM is finally almost ready for prime time. But there's still work for Microsoft to do.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship chip is coming this November
The Snapdragon Summit 2022 is scheduled to take place from November 15 through November 17.
Mobvoi to use Qualcomm’s new chip to make its most powerful smartwatch yet
Mobvoi's next TicWatch smartwatch will use Qualcomm's new W5+ Gen 1 processor, which it says will make the new model its most powerful smartwatch yet.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chip might actually save Android smartwatches
Qualcomm's smartwatch chips have left us wanting more for years. The new W5 Gen 1 and W5+ Gen 1 could be what we've been waiting for.
I used a phone with a two-year-old Qualcomm chip, and it blew me away
Qualcomm is recycling its old flagship chips for new phones in 2022. It may sound suspicious, but the final result is a surprisingly good smartphone experience.
Powerful Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 Chromebooks could be coming soon
According to some listings in the Chromium Repository commits, Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2-powered Chromebooks could be on the way soon.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 may release sooner than we expected
Qualcomm may have just leaked the announcement date for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, and it's coming sooner than we thought.
Lenovo ThinkPad X13s vs. MacBook Air M1: An ARM wrestle showdown
In this guide, we compare the MacBook Air M1 and the ThinkPad X13s. Does Lenovo have what it takes to take down the laptop king of ARM chips?
Samsung addresses report of exclusive chipset for 2025 Galaxy phones
Rumors about a far-off Galaxy-exclusive processor have been making the rounds, but Samsung didn't have much to say about the matter.
Microsoft has new tools to encourage the transition to ARM PCs
At Microsoft Build 2022, Microsoft detailed Project Project Volterra, a new device that shows developers the possibilities of ARM chips on Windows PCs.
Here are Qualcomm’s latest processors and new AR glasses
Qualcomm is making strides through the mobile ecosystem with the new Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1, Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, and a pair of AR Smart Viewer glasses.