Latest Qualcomm and Apple clash has Qualcomm accusing Apple of sharing technology with Intel
Once upon a time, the bond between Apple and Qualcomm seemed as strong as ever.
Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 for smartwatches promises improved battery life
New smartwatches utilizing the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 platform are being developed by the Fossil Group, Louis Vuitton, and Montblanc.
Qualcomm’s next-gen 7nm mobile platform samples are being sent out to OEMs
More information regarding the next generation flagship mobile platform will be announced towards the end of 2018.
Qualcomm to lay off 1,500 employees in cost-cutting move
“We concluded that a workforce reduction is needed to support long-term growth and success, which will ultimately benefit all of our stakeholders.”
Broadcom formally drops Qualcomm takeover bid after presidential order
Initially, Broadcom issued a terse press release stating that they strongly disagreed that its acquisition of Qualcomm was a threat to national security.
The Snapdragon X50 5G NR is coming to mobile devices in 2019
According to Qualcomm, leveraging the power of a 5G network will eliminate the need for users to need public Wi-Fi.
Qualcomm Smart Audio Platform now supports Microsoft Cortana making it easier to integrate
Support for Cortana within the Qualcomm Smart Audio Platform is expected to be available in the first half of 2018.
New Qualcomm chip could triple battery life in wireless headphones
Qualcomm has stated that it’s working with major wireless manufacturers to put the chip in future wireless headphones.
SKAGEN goes touchscreen with Android Wear Falster Smartwatch
The Falster utilizes the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100 platform and will be available in four colorways, including stainless steel and rose mesh straps.
Apple gets hit with sanctions in Qualcomm case for withholding documents
Apple is rumored to be working on possibly making its own mobile chips for their iPhones to reduce dependency on 3rd party chip makers.
Google and Microsoft have concerns over Broadcom’s Qualcomm buyout
Given that Qualcomm powers a fair amount of Android phones, it’s easy to see why Google has concerns over the possible transaction.
Broadcom considers making better offer to buy Qualcomm
According to sources close to the matter, since its November 6th unveiling of its offer, Broadcom has made several attempts in requesting meetings with Qualcomm.
Qualcomm’s board of directors reject Broadcom’s buyout offer
“Proposal is not in the Best Interests of Shareholders and Dramatically Undervalues Qualcomm.”
Broadcom seeking to purchase Qualcomm for $105 billion USD
If this buyout happens, Bloomberg says it would be the largest technology takeover ever and will “rock” the electronics world.
The next Nokia Android phones will be powered by mid-high end Snapdragon SoCs
We may not know much else at this point, but we’ve at least heard what kind of SOCs these phones will be using.
Qualcomm officially unveils under-display, under-metal fingerprint scanners
The sensors are also capable of handling gestures, underwater unlock, as well as heartbeat and blood flow detection.
Qualcomm is said to be seeking a U.S. import ban on iPhones
As far as we know, there hasn’t been any official paperwork filed for this import ban but it sounds as if that process is underway.
Qualcomm will bring more 4G/LTE to people with the Qualcomm 205 Mobile Platform
Qualcomm 205 was designed to support consumers, micro-enterprises, and others to communicate using advanced LTE networks such as VoLTE and VoWiFi.
MWC 2017 Rumor Roundup: What might Samsung, Motorola, LG, HTC, & Huawei have in store?
As with any technology show, information has been leaking from many sources as press teams get ready for the event.
Qualcomm announces three new Snapdragon chipsets in Hong Kong
These new chipsets will offer support for dual cameras, like the higher-end 800 series SOC.
Snapdragon 821 to fill gap until next big chip
After months of speculation, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 is finally official. Qualcomm announced the chip this morning and the 821 comes on the heels of … Read more…
Nixon Unveils The Mission, An Android Wear Watch For Extreme Sports
It was starting to get quiet in the world of Android Wear and smartwatches in general for a while, but the last few days have … Read more…
Qualcomm Is Looking To Use Their Snapdragon Processors In Drones
We’re all familiar with the name Qualcomm, the SoC manufacturer that uses their famous Snapdragon processors in a wide range of smartphones over the years. … Read more…
Qualcomm Updates Details On Their Newest Snapdragon Chips: 430, 617 and 820
Busy day for Qualcomm today as they dropped a lot of new information. Along with the new Quick Charge 3.0, the California-based semiconductor company also unveiled … Read more…
Qualcomm Introduces Quick Charging 3.0
Good old Quick Charging. Plug in your phone (if compatible with Quick Charge 2.0) and leave it there for 30 minutes and you’ll get at … Read more…
More Asus Smartphones To Come As Company Focuses On Mobile
Asus smartphones are starting to make themselves known across the globe as the company starts offering up more models. On a recent visit to India, … Read more…
Xiaomi Working On In House Designed Mobile Processors
Chinese smartphone maker, Xiaomi looks to be experimenting with an in house designed mobile processor to be used in 2016. Traditionally smartphone makers have gone … Read more…
Qualcomm Knocks Down Wireless Charging Barrier
Wireless charging has been an awesome convenience for smartphone owners with compatible devices. It is always nice to be at your desk and be able … Read more…
