Qualcomm: News
Qualcomm is an American multinational corporation based in San Diego, California. It creates semiconductors, wireless technology-related services, and software. The company was founded in 1985 by Irwin Jacobs and former Linkabit employees as a contract research and development center for government and defence projects. It manufactures system-on-chips (mobile processors) under the ‘Snapdragon’ name and has launched a mobile, ‘Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders’ in 2021.
Qualcomm's Snapdragon Auto Day on July 30: What to expect?
Qualcomm, a leading US-based chipset maker, will host its first Snapdragon Auto Day in New Delhi on July 30.
Samsung's new foldables leak days before launch: Check full specs
Ahead of its official launch on July 9, Samsung's upcoming trio of foldable phones have been leaked.
Qualcomm acquires UK chip designer Alphawave for $2.4B
American tech giant Qualcomm has announced its acquisition of British semiconductor company Alphawave IP Group Plc for a whopping $2.4 billion.
Xreal's Project Aura smart glasses will work on Android XR
Google and Xreal have announced a strategic partnership to develop a new Android XR device, called Project Aura.
Microsoft launches its thinnest and lightest AI PCs
Microsoft has unveiled its latest premium AI PCs, the 12-inch Surface Pro and 13-inch Surface Laptop. Both the devices are powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus 8-core processors.
China quietly reduces retaliatory tariffs on some US-made semiconductors
China has slashed retaliatory tariffs on some US-made semiconductors. The move was confirmed to CNN by three import agencies in Shenzhen, China's southern technology hub.
Microsoft Recall—that records your PC activity—now rolling out
Microsoft has started gradually rolling out a preview of Recall to Windows Insiders. This suggests that Recall's official release may not be far off.
Top Snapdragon 8 Elite smartphones you can buy right now
Qualcomm's latest flagship processor, the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, has finally made its way to India. The chip promises major performance upgrades over its predecessor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
Qualcomm unveils new chips for handheld gaming consoles
Qualcomm has unveiled its latest Snapdragon G Series chipsets, designed specifically for handheld gaming devices.
OPPO Find N5 debuts as world's slimmest foldable smartphone
OPPO has expanded its foldable smartphone portfolio with the launch of Find N5.
Apple launches iPhone 16e with Face ID and Apple Intelligence
Cupertino tech giant Apple has officially introduced the successor to the iPhone SE, the iPhone 16e.
OnePlus phones may replace alert slider with customizable action button
In a surprising move, OnePlus is said to be mulling the removal of its signature alert slider, a feature that has been a mainstay on its devices for years.
Apple's long-awaited iPhone SE 4 may launch next week
Apple is said to be gearing up to launch its next iPhone SE model as soon as next week, according to Bloomberg.
iPhone 17 series to feature 24MP selfie camera, improved cooling
Apple will introduce the iPhone 17 series in September.
Apple to revamp iPhone SE with massive upgrades, new name
Apple is said to be planning a major rebranding for its next budget-friendly iPhone, formerly rumored as the iPhone SE4.
Centre issues high-severity warning for Android: Is your phone safe?
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has issued a high-severity warning regarding multiple security flaws in Android.
MediaTek led India's 5G market in H1 2024, surpassing Qualcomm
Taiwanese chipset giant MediaTek is gearing up to take on its American rival Qualcomm, in the high-end 5G segment.
Apple to use in-house Wi-Fi, Bluetooth chips for iPhone 17
Apple is said to be on the brink of finalizing its shift to producing its own wireless chips.
Samsung to launch its first mixed reality device in 2025
Samsung plans to launch its first mixed reality (XR) device some time in 2025.
Huawei's AI products found using TSMC chips despite US ban
A recent investigation by Canadian research firm TechInsights has revealed that Huawei's artificial intelligence (AI) accelerators still use chips manufactured by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC).
Arm Holdings cancels Qualcomm's chip design license amid legal dispute
Arm Holdings has decided to revoke a license that allowed Qualcomm to use its intellectual property for chip design. The move escalates an ongoing legal battle over critical smartphone technology.
By 2030, everyone will have an AI smartphone: Qualcomm CEO
Qualcomm's CEO Cristiano Amon has envisioned a future where AI-powered smartphones will be the norm.
Google, Qualcomm partner to develop AI voice assistants for cars
In a major step toward integrating artificial intelligence technology into automotive systems, Qualcomm and Google have announced a partnership to help car manufacturers build advanced AI voice assistants for their vehicles.
Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon 8 Elite: The fastest mobile CPU ever?
Qualcomm has unveiled its latest high-end processor, the Snapdragon 8 Elite.
Apple iPhone SE 4's release is just months away now
Apple is reportedly gearing up to launch the iPhone SE 4, its next budget-friendly smartphone, in Q1 2025.
Qualcomm's delays Intel acquisition plans until US election: Here's why
Qualcomm has delayed its plans to acquire parts of Intel's design business, until after the US presidential election in November 2024.
MediaTek unveils Dimensity 9400, world's 1st 3nm Android chipset
In a major milestone for the Android ecosystem, MediaTek has unveiled its latest flagship chip, the Dimensity 9400.
MediaTek Dimensity 9400 beats Apple A18 Pro in GPU tests
MediaTek is preparing to launch its most advanced chipset yet, the Dimensity 9400 platform.
Investment firm Apollo considers $5 billion injection into Intel
Apollo Global Management, a leading US asset management firm, has proposed a substantial investment of up to $5 billion in Intel, according to Bloomberg.
Qualcomm is planning a takeover of Intel: Report
Qualcomm, a leading name in the chip industry, is reportedly contemplating a takeover of Intel, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Qualcomm's appeal against €242M antitrust fine dismissed by EU court
Tech giant Qualcomm's attempt to overturn a European Union (EU) antitrust penalty, was dismissed by the General Court today.
JioPhone Prima 2 debuts at ₹2,800; offers UPI, video calling
Reliance Jio has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of a new budget-friendly 4G feature phone, the JioPhone Prima 2.
Intel's new laptop chips boast industry-leading power efficiency and performance
Intel has unveiled its latest innovation, the Lunar Lake Core Ultra 200V-series processors for laptops and other mobile devices.
Android users beware! Critical vulnerabilities found in Qualcomm Adreno GPUs
Google researchers have recently identified over nine vulnerabilities in Qualcomm's Adreno GPU, a graphics processing unit integrated into Snapdragon processors.
Flaw in 5G phones exposes millions of users to spying
A team of researchers from Pennsylvania State University has revealed a series of security vulnerabilities in 5G basebands, the processors that enable phones to connect to mobile networks.
Qualcomm announces new chipset for budget 5G phones in India
Qualcomm has unveiled its latest product, the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 chipset, specifically designed to ensure 5G connectivity in budget handsets in India.
One of Pixel 9's biggest upgrades is under the display
Google's upcoming Pixel 9 series is set to include an advanced ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, as revealed by Android Authority.
Motorola RAZR 50 Ultra, with Gemini AI, launched at ₹1L
Motorola has introduced the RAZR 50 Ultra, its flagship foldable smartphone, in India.
Qualcomm to simplify Android update process for OEMs: Here's how
Qualcomm, a prominent semiconductor and telecommunications equipment firm, is planning to simplify Android updates for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup may use MediaTek Dimensity 9400 SoC
Samsung may incorporate MediaTek chips into its forthcoming Galaxy S25 family, slated for a January launch next year.
Samsung S25 series to feature Qualcomm's chip in all markets
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S25 series is set to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor across all regions, including India.
MediaTek to launch ARM-based chip for Windows PCs in 2025
MediaTek, a leading Taiwanese chip design company, is reportedly in the process of creating an ARM-based processor for Windows PCs.
Intel CEO dismisses ARM rumors, reaffirms commitment to x86 architecture
Pat Gelsinger, CEO of Intel, has stated that the ARM architecture is not yet advanced enough to compete with the versatility of the x86 architecture.
Realme GT7 Pro to boast an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner
Realme is anticipated to launch the GT7 Pro by the end of this year.
Realme GT 6T debuts with Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 SoC
Realme has launched its gaming-centric smartphone, the GT 6T, in India today.
Microsoft announces AI-driven Copilot+ PCs: Faster than MacBook Air M3?
Microsoft has unveiled its latest innovation, the AI-driven Copilot+ PCs, at a pre-Build 2024 event.
Microsoft to showcase AI advancements at Build 2024 conference
Microsoft's annual Build developer conference is scheduled to take place from May 21-23, 2024.
Qualcomm's upcoming flagship SoC set to deliver superior graphics performance
Qualcomm's forthcoming flagship System on a Chip (SoC), the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, is anticipated to offer exceptional graphics performance.
Realme GT 6T's pricing leaked prior to Indian launch
Realme has announced plans to introduce a new device, the Realme GT 6T.
US government bars Intel, Qualcomm from selling chips to Huawei
The United States government has revoked licenses that permitted Intel and Qualcomm to sell chips to Huawei Technologies, per the Financial Times.