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.
Meet Volvo EX60, the brand's most intelligent car ever
Volvo has officially launched its latest electric vehicle (EV), the EX60. The new crossover is a major step in Volvo's battery-powered lineup, offering up to 644km of estimated range.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra arriving next month: Check key upgrades
Samsung is gearing up for the launch of its next flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The device is likely to be unveiled as early as next month.
Qualcomm, Samsung in talks for contract manufacturing of 2nm chips
Qualcomm is in talks with Samsung Electronics to manufacture two-nanometer (nm) chips.
Apple's next iPhone chip could cost 80% more
Apple is said to be facing a major year-on-year (YoY) increase in chip costs, as it gears up to switch its iPhone processor to a 2nm manufacturing process.
Next OnePlus Nord to have a massive 9,000mAh battery inside
OnePlus is said to be working on a mid-range smartphone with an unprecedented 9,000mAh battery.
Why Apple, Meta are opposing Jio's demand for 6GHz spectrum
Leading US tech giants Apple, Amazon, Cisco, Meta, HP, and Intel Corporation have opposed Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea's demand for spectrum allocation in the 6 gigahertz (GHz) band for mobile services.
Next-gen iPad Air launching in early 2026: What to expect
Apple is said to be working on a new iPad Air, which could launch in March or April 2026.
Trump buys bonds worth millions from firms benefiting via policies
US President Donald Trump has invested at least $82 million in corporate and municipal bonds between late August and early October.
OnePlus 15 with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen-5, 7,300mAh battery launched
OnePlus has launched its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 15, in India.
Samsung's first-ever triple-folding smartphone, Galaxy Z TriFold, unveiled
Samsung has displayed its first-ever triple-folding smartphone, the Galaxy Z TriFold.
Qualcomm takes on NVIDIA and AMD with new AI chips
Qualcomm has announced its entry into the artificial intelligence (AI) chip market with two new products, the AI200 and AI250.
Why Apple is facing an antitrust complaint in China
A group of 55 Chinese iPhone and iPad users has filed an antitrust complaint against Apple with China's State Administration for Market Regulation.
Samsung will launch first-ever Android XR headset on October 21
Samsung has announced a special "Worldwide Open" event on October 21, at 10pm ET.
World's first Wi-Fi 8 hardware tested successfully
TP-Link has successfully tested an early prototype of its Wi-Fi 8 hardware, marking a critical milestone in the development of this next-generation connectivity standard.
Why Qualcomm is facing an antitrust probe in China
China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has launched an antitrust investigation into US-based semiconductor giant Qualcomm.
Trump announces an extra 100% tariff on imports from China
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose an extra 100% tariff on imports from China starting next month.
Qualcomm acquires DIY electronics platform Arduino
Qualcomm, a leading smartphone processor and modem manufacturer, has announced its acquisition of Arduino.
Apple, Samsung users eye £480M payout from Qualcomm legal case
If successful, a legal case against Qualcomm could result in a payout of £17 for every person who purchased an Apple or Samsung smartphone between 2015 and 2024.
Qualcomm to expand R&D centers, support start-ups in India
Qualcomm, a leading US-based chipmaker, is increasing its investment in India. The company plans to invest heavily in research and development (R&D) as well as start-ups.
Android is coming to your PC next year
Google is all set to bring Android to personal computers, a move that could change the game in the tech industry.
Qualcomm launches world's fastest chip for smartphones
Qualcomm has unveiled its latest flagship system-on-chip (SoC) for Android smartphones, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
Qualcomm unveils new PC chips to take on Intel, AMD
Qualcomm has launched its second-generation Snapdragon X2 Elite processors, the X2 Elite and the X2 Elite Extreme.
NVIDIA acquires $5B stake in Intel, plans joint chip development
NVIDIA has announced a massive $5 billion investment in Intel, a move that could change the dynamics of the semiconductor industry.
Qualcomm's next flagship chip is Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Qualcomm has officially confirmed the name of its next flagship mobile chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
Why Intel's products chief is leaving after 30 years
Intel has announced a major reshuffle in its top management, with products chief Michelle Johnston Holthaus set to leave the company.
Why Qualcomm doesn't want Intel to make its chips
Qualcomm's CEO Cristiano Amon has said that Intel's chip production technology is not advanced enough for Qualcomm to use as a supplier.
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event on September 4: What to expect
Samsung has confirmed its next Galaxy Unpacked event, which will be held virtually on Thursday, September 4.
Apple's first foldable iPhone to arrive next year: Expected specs
Apple is gearing up to launch its first-ever foldable iPhone, according to a report by Bloomberg.
Meta's first smart glasses with built-in display could cost $800
Meta is reportedly gearing up to launch its next-generation smart glasses, codenamed "Hypernova," later this year.
Qualcomm will now make its automotive modules in India
Qualcomm is localizing its automotive module production in India.
Why BSNL has joined hands with Cisco, Qualcomm, Nokia, Ericsson
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has signed strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Cisco Systems, Qualcomm Technologies, Ericsson India, and Nokia Solutions and Networks India.
India ships 70M smartphones in H1 2025
India's smartphone market has witnessed a modest recovery in the first half of 2025, with a total of 70 million units shipped.
Lenskart's new smart glasses will be powered by Snapdragon chips
Lenskart, the leading eyewear brand in India, is working on a new pair of smart glasses.
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.