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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 is now official: slightly faster and 30% more efficient
Qualcomm announced its latest premium 5G mobile platform, the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset. The new premium SoC comes with a more power-efficient and even more powerful performance, improved AI, gaming, camera, connectivity, and Bluetooth…

Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus & 7 Gen 1 could be introduced this week — Everything you need to know ahead of launch
Qualcomm is tipped to introduce Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus and Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipsets later this week. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming Snapdragon processors ahead of launch.

How does the new Samsung Exynos 1280 stack up against the competition?
How does the Samsung Exynos 1280 stack up against the likes of Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G and MediaTek Dimensity 8100 mid-range Android smartphones chipsets? Let's take a look.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus reportedly launching in May
According to a new leak, Qualcomm will launch the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus in May 2022. Some features and specifications of the rumored chipset have also leaked.

MediaTek nudges Qualcomm to take top spot as Android chip maker in the US
MediaTek has revealed that it shipped more chips than Qualcomm in the last quarter of 2021 taking the number one spot from the rival brand. Click here for more details.

This is what Qualcomm brought to MWC 2022
Qualcomm today introduced Wi-Fi 7, a new Snapdragon Sound audio platform, the new X70 5G AI modems, and many more products that will soon make it into the next generation of devices and platforms.

Snapdragon Wear 5100 and 5100+ chips reportedly being tested by Qualcomm
Qualcomm is reportedly testing Snapdragon Wear 5100 and 5100 Plus chipsets for the smartwatch. If rumors are true, it's going to give a tough competition to Samsung's chipset for smartwatch this year.

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 will support more video codecs than ever before
A new report has detailed the video codecs Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 will support. The chipset will reportedly bring support for the AV1 video codec.

Qualcomm pushing TSMC for Snapdragon 8 Gen1+ production with a real sense of urgency
According to a new leak, Qualcomm is reportedly pushing TSMC to deliver Snapdragon Snapdragon 8 Gen1+ chipset as Samsung made Snapdragon 8 Gen1 isn't performing very well.

Qualcomm beats expectations and records strong revenues
Qualcomm shared its first-quarter earnings, beating some analyst expectations for revenues. The company reported healthy growth, despite the chip shortages.

OnePlus 10 could also arrive with a Snapdragon processor
The latest OnePlus rumors suggest that the upcoming OnePlus 10 will feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor and not a MediaTek chip

Qualcomm, Vodafone and Thales demonstrate new Integrated SIM (iSIM) technology
Qualcomm demonstrated a new iSIM technology that could replace physical SIM cards and the previous eSIM standard to free up even more space inside smartphones and other smart devices.

Qualcomm And Microsoft are working together to take AR to the next level
Qualcomm and Microsoft have recently announced a collaboration that will design custom AR chips and integrate software platforms

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 may be produced partially by TSMC due to production issues with Samsung
According to inside sources, Samsung might not be able to produce enough chipsets of the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, and Qualcomm might want TSMC to step in and help out to meet demand

Pocketnow Daily: Galaxy S22 Differences REVEALED, Qualcomm Going Hard on PC and Gaming & more! (video)
On today’s Pocketnow Daily, we talk about new Samsung Galaxy S22 camera leaks, the latest Snapdragon processors, and more.

Qualcomm introduces Snapdragon G3x Gen 1 for next generation gaming devices
The all-new Snapdragon G3x Gen 1 Gaming Platform provides enhanced gaming capabilities and support for streaming, all Android games, and excellent performance.
Qualcomm unveils new Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 and 7c+ Gen 3 chip for Windows PCs and Chromebooks
The new Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 and 7c+ Gen 3 brings advanced capabilities to a wide range of new Windows PC and Chromebook devices

Qualcomm introduces Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset: Most Advanced Mobile Platform for Premium Android Smartphones
During the annual Snapdragon Tech Summit 2021, Qualcomm introduced its latest premium 5G mobile platform, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

Snapdragon 8Gx Gen 1 logo leaks days before the Qualcomm event
A user spotted the Snapdragon 8Gz Gen 1 name on a staging site that reveals the name and logo for the upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon flagship chipset.

Apple-designed 5G modems may not arrive in time for next year’s iPhone
It seems that Apple may be getting closer to featuring its own 5G modem on its future iPhone models, but it won't happen next year

Qualcomm’s Windows on ARM exclusivity is reportedly nearing its end, MediaTek and others to join the party
According to a report, the deal between Qualcomm and Microsoft for Windows on ARM is about to expire which means we could see Windows on ARM devices with chipsets from other manufacturers.

Snapdragon 8 Gen1 will be the name of next-gen Qualcomm chipset
Qualcomm has confirmed that its next-generation chipset for flagship smartphones will be called Snapdragon 8 Gen1. The chipset will officially be introduced on November 30, 2021.

Future Snapdragon-powered phones will support up to 150W fast wired charging
According to a new leak, the next generation of Qualcomm Snapdragon chips will support up to 150W fast wired charging.

Pocketnow Daily: Google Pixel Fold - Has Folded, Qualcomm Next Gen Chips & more! (video)
On today’s Pocketnow Daily, we talk about Google's decision to put the Pixel Fold on hold, the ongoing chip shortage, and more.

Qualcomm wants to diversify its portfolio and focus on PCs, AR/VR, and partners up with BMW
Qualcomm announced new partnerships, namely with BMW, and talked about its strategies and how it plans to diversify its portfolio moving forward.