Tag: Qualcomm

Carbon Mobile creates handheld gaming reference design powered by Snapdragon

Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the gaming industry’s top leaders? Learn more about GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here.  Carbon Mobile has unveiled a reference design for a gaming handheld powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 platform. Berlin, Germany-based Carbon Mobile has collaborated with Qualcomm to introduce a new generation […]

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Qualcomm Unveils World’s First Wi-Fi 7 For Automotive Experiences

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is driving the evolution of in-vehicle experiences with the introduction of the world’s first Automotive Grade Wi-Fi 7 Access Point solution, Qualcomm QCA6797AQ. In the era of software-defined vehicle architectures, connectivity is a critical component, and Qualcomm’s platform offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including Cellular 5G/4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, C-V2X, and precise […]

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HONOR Magic6 Series: Powerful Camera Specs Revealed Ahead Of MWC 2024

HONOR is set to unveil its highly anticipated Magic6 Series at the MWC 2024 on February 25 at 3 PM Spain time (9 AM US Time, EST). Before the global launch, the company highlighted advancements in the camera system, positioning the HONOR Magic6 Pro as an ideal smartphone for sports photography, termed #Sportography. The Magic6 […]

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This year’s ‘Windows 12’ might just be nothing more than a large update for Windows 11, rather than a whole new operating system

To the casual observer, the story of the next version of Windows seems to be slowly turning into a 1990s-style sitcom: Will it come out in 2024? Will it be called Windows 12? Will it be full of AI gimmicks? Will Copilot finally get that date with Monica? Adding to the never-ending mystery of it […]

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Last Chance To Preorder Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Series: Exclusive Offers And More

As the countdown to the end of preorders for Samsung’s highly anticipated Galaxy S24 series reaches its final hours, customers are presented with exclusive offers that add immense value to their smartphone purchases. One standout offer is the chance to receive a free storage upgrade to the next direct storage tier, potentially adding up to […]

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HONOR Magic V2: Thinnest Inward-Folding Smartphone Launched

HONOR has unveiled the HONOR Magic V2, touted as the world’s thinnest inward-folding smartphone, available in Europe, including the UK.  The launch, held at the Porsche Experience Center in Leipzig, showcased HONOR’s commitment to innovation and design excellence with over 400 media representatives and partners in attendance. The device brings premium materials like Titanium and […]

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Qualcomm Drives Automotive Innovation With Connected Services Ecosystem

Qualcomm’s ongoing collaborations with industry partners are driving advancements in automotive services, focusing on software-defined vehicle architectures. During the CES 2024, the company showed that the evolution towards more centralized, cloud-connected processing resources enables faster development cycles and data-driven intelligence in vehicles, allowing for contextually relevant travel experiences through intelligent in-vehicle assistants, and making proactive […]

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ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid: Dual Processor Windows Laptop Turns Into A Detachable Android Tablet

Lenovo is coming to CES 2024 with an amazing innovation in the laptop category: a dual-processor dual-OS system that allows users to detach the display of the Windows laptop to use it as a full-blown Android tablet. The ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid incorporates a laptop base system running on Microsoft Windows 11 and powered […]

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Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chips for 4K XR

Do you want to get the latest gaming industry news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our daily and weekly newsletters here. Qualcomm unveiled its Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chip platform, elevating mixed reality experiences for a new generation of devices. In a press briefing ahead of CES 2024 — the big tech trade […]

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2024 could be the year the PC finally dumps x86 for Arm, all thanks to Windows 12 and Qualcomm’s new chip

We’ve already reported on Qualcomm’s new 12-core Arm uberchip, the Snapdragon X Elite, and its claims of x86-beating performance and efficiency. But it takes two to tango when it comes a major transition like moving from x86 CPUs to Arm chips. You don’t just need hardware, you need software, too. And that, dear PC fans, […]

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Qualcomm unveils VIP Garage Tour VR experience at F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix

Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the brightest minds of the gaming industry? Consider getting a custom GamesBeat sponsorship. Learn more. Qualcomm partnered with the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team, to create a virtual reality experience titled VIP Garage Tour. At the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, racing fans will experience […]

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Qualcomm’s new PC chip delivers gaming performance on par with AMD’s best integrated graphics

Last week, Qualcomm announced its plans to meet AMD and Intel head-on in the PC market, with the launch of its impressive looking Snapdragon X Elite processor. Little was said about the integrated GPU, though, so how well it would fare in gaming was a bit of a mystery. Not anymore, as Qualcomm recently let […]

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Qualcomm wants to convert your PC from x86 to Arm with its killer new 12-core chip

The whole Arm-versus-x86 thing just got a lot more interesting. Qualcomm has announced its much anticipated new Snapdragon X Elite SoC. Designed specifically for laptop PCs, it’s the first significant output of Qualcomm’s Apple-influenced Nuvia subsidiary, debuts a brand new CPU core architecture known as Oryon and comes with performance claims that are fairly eye […]

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Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite is an AI-powered PC processor

Qualcomm unveiled its most powerful computing processor for PCs, the Snapdragon X Elite. In doing so, it’s taking on the hegemony of Intel and Advanced Micro Devices. This platform marks a significant advancement for Qualcomm in going after high-end PC computing, offering better CPU performance, on-device AI inferencing capabilities, and good power efficiency for extended […]

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AMD and Nvidia to join Qualcomm in the Windows Arm(s) race

The x86 CPU architecture has dominated the PC market since dinosaurs roamed the land but there’s been a flurry of rumours concerning efforts by AMD and Nvidia to battle Qualcomm head-on, preparing Arm-powered CPUs for Windows computers in 2025. As things currently stand, Qualcomm has an exclusive deal with Microsoft, ensuring that any computer using […]

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Qualcomm and Google develop RISC-V wearable platform for smart watches

GamesBeat Next unites gaming industry leaders for exceptional content, networking, and deal-making opportunities. Join us on Oct 23-24 in San Francisco.  Register Now Qualcomm and Google have partne red to develop a RISC-V wearable solution for use with smart watches based on the Wear OS by Google. The companies announced an expansion of their partnership […]

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Top 5 Camera Phones For Q3 2023

In May 2023, we evaluated the best smartphones for their ultimate camera performance for Q1 2023. Since then, we have been able to evaluate more cameras from flagship phones that launched at MWC and after: the Xiaomi 13 Pro (02/27/2023), the Honor Magic5 Pro (02/27/2023), and the Xiaomi 13 Ultra (06/12/2023).Here is our selection of […]

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Qualcomm And Meta Forge The Future Of XR and AR With Next-Gen Platforms

Qualcomm Technologies has unveiled its next-generation XR (Extended Reality) and AR (Augmented Reality) platforms, marking a significant advancement in immersive technology. These cutting-edge platforms have been developed in close collaboration with Meta, the company formerly known as Facebook, and are set to be commercially available on Meta devices in 2023. Two notable products are slated […]

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Qualcomm launches chips for Meta Quest 3 and Ray-Ban smart glasses

Qualcomm has launched two new chip platforms for Meta’s Meta Quest 3 virtual reality headset and its Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses. The Qualcomm platforms, Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 and Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1, serve as the brains of the VR, AR and mixed reality technologies announced today at the Meta Connect event in Menlo Park, […]

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Qualcomm finds way to extract real performance from 10G Fiber broadband

We’re thrilled to announce the return of GamesBeat Next, hosted in San Francisco this October, where we will explore the theme of “Playing the Edge.” Apply to speak here and learn more about sponsorship opportunities here. At the event, we will also announce 25 top game startups as the 2024 Game Changers. Apply or nominate today! Qualcomm has […]

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Qualcomm Expands Digital Chassis For Motorcycles And New Vehicles

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has expanded its Snapdragon Digital Chassis portfolio to cater to the growing demand for motorcycles, scooters, e-bikes, and various new vehicle classes worldwide. The newly introduced products, known as the QWM2290 and QWS2290 platforms, are designed to enhance safety, infotainment, cloud-connected digital services, personalization, and convenience for 2-wheelers, micromobility, and other motorized […]

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Qualcomm And Mercedes-Benz Extend Partnership For Digital Luxury In 2024 E-Class Sedan

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has extended its collaboration with Mercedes-Benz AG to incorporate Snapdragon Digital Chassis Solutions (we already mentioned it here in Ubergizmo) into the 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan. This partnership aims to deliver a cutting-edge digital luxury experience to vehicle occupants, integrating technology and features that include 5G connectivity and cloud-based digital services for […]

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