Qualcomm has announced the release of the Qualcomm Dragonwing Q-6690 processor, which is the first enterprise mobile processor in the world to feature a fully integrated UHF (RAIN) RFID reader. Continue reading “Qualcomm Dragonwing Q-6690 first Enterprise Mobile Processor with fully integrated RFID capabilities launched”
Qualcomm Technologies has introduced the Snapdragon W5+ Gen 2 and W5 Gen 2 wearable platforms, designed to deliver efficiency gains, improved tracking, better connectivity, and slimmer form factors for upcoming smartwatches. Continue reading “Qualcomm Snapdragon W5+ Gen 2 and W5 Gen 2 wearable platforms with satellite support announced”
Qualcomm has silently announced the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 Mobile Platform, the company’s latest 4nm mid-range SoC, as the successor to the popular Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC, with a minor upgrade to prime core clock speed which has increased from 2.5GHz to 2.7GHz. Continue reading “Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 Mobile Platform announced”
Having been in the tech space for over two decades, I’ve seen many waves of innovation, from the birth of smartphones to the rise of wearables. But few categories have remained as persistently fascinating as Extended Reality (XR). My own journey with XR began in 2015 with the Google Glass. I was an early adopter, and that experience even led to a party with Sergey Brin. Even then, it felt like a glimpse of the future, albeit one that had arrived a little too early. Fast-forward to 2025, and the landscape is nearly unrecognizable. At Qualcomm’s recent XR Day in India, I had the chance to speak with Deb Marich, VP, Product Marketing at Qualcomm to discuss how far the XR ecosystem has come, and where it’s heading next.
Continue reading “Qualcomm’s Vision for an XR Future: A Conversation with Deb Marich”
Every year, 1.19 million people lose their lives in road accidents across the globe. For anyone between the ages of 5 and 19, a traffic crash is the most likely cause of death. These are not just numbers from a World Health Organization report, they are a stark reminder of a global crisis that demands immediate and effective action. In response, governments worldwide are adopting a strategy called “Vision Zero,” which holds that no loss of life on the road is acceptable. A key aspect of this modern safety approach is a technology known as Vehicle-to-Everything, or V2X.
Continue reading “V2X: The Digital Seatbelt India Needs to Achieve Vision Zero”
On the day of the event, Qualcomm Technologies presented its latest advancements and roadmap focused on smart, connected mobility solutions tailored for the Indian market. Shri Nitin Gadkari, the Minister of Road Transport and Highways for India, graced the occasion as the chief guest, emphasizing the government’s commitment to supporting next-generation automotive technologies. Continue reading “Qualcomm Snapdragon Auto Day: Smart mobility platforms, Two-Wheeler tech, and Industry collaborations unveiled”
Qualcomm Technologies launched its ‘Snapdragon for India – XR Day’ event focused on advancing India’s spatial computing ecosystem. This event comes ahead of the upcoming Snapdragon Auto Day on July 30, co-hosted with Amazon Web Services (AWS), which will spotlight automotive technologies like ADAS and in-car connectivity shaping smart mobility. Continue reading “Qualcomm Snapdragon XR Day: AI smart glasses, Lenskart partnership, and On-device XR tech unveiled”
Qualcomm is initiating its month-long ‘Snapdragon for India’ program with XR Day, scheduled for July 21 in New Delhi. This event aims to highlight Qualcomm’s history and future direction in Mixed Reality (MR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR), emphasizing the role of Snapdragon platforms in enabling current and future generations of smart glasses, spatial computing, and immersive experiences. Continue reading “Snapdragon for India: Snapdragon XR Day set for July 21”
Qualcomm is set to host its inaugural “Snapdragon Auto Day” in New Delhi on July 30, 2025, in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS). The event aims to address the future of mobility in India, focusing on advancements in road safety and smart vehicle technologies. It will also highlight the role of international collaborations and technological developments in shaping the next decade of the automotive industry. Continue reading “Qualcomm India schedules Snapdragon Auto Day on July 30”
Qualcomm has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Alphawave IP Group plc (Alphawave Semi) through its indirect wholly-owned subsidiary, Aqua Acquisition Sub LLC. The recommended acquisition is valued at an implied enterprise value of approximately US$2.4 billion. Continue reading “Qualcomm to acquire Alphawave Semi in a $2.4 billion deal”
Qualcomm has announced its first global Edge AI Developer Hackathon, scheduled for June 14–15, 2025, at the Qualcomm campus in Bengaluru, India. Continue reading “Qualcomm India schedules first global Edge AI Hackathon for June 14 to 15”
Qualcomm and Xiaomi are marking 15 years of collaboration, a partnership that has now been solidified with a new multi-year agreement. This long-standing relationship has been instrumental in technological advancements within the industry, with both companies reaffirming their commitment to developing and delivering products across various global device categories. Continue reading “Qualcomm and Xiaomi sign multi-year agreement amidst 15-year anniversary”
At the COMPUTEX 2025 Keynote, Qualcomm President and CEO Cristiano Amon confirmed that the company’s eighth annual Snapdragon Summit for this year will happen from September 23rd to 25th, 2025 a month ahead compared to last year. Continue reading “Snapdragon Summit 2025 set for September 23 to 25”
Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, the company’s latest mid-range 7 series Mobile Platform, as the successor to the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 which was introduced back in 2024. This has a similar 1+3+4 architecture, as the predecessor. Continue reading “Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 official: 27% faster CPU, 30% faster GPU, 65% improved AI”
Qualcomm just announced the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, the company’s latest top-end SoC and the successor to last year’s 8s Gen 3, as expected. Continue reading “Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 with 31% faster CPU, 49% faster GPU official”
