Qualcomm is a mobile technology and processor manufacturer best known in the Android world for its vast lineup of "Snapdragon" system-on-a-chip components used primarily in smartphones and tablets. Snapdragon processors have gained popularity for having a wide range of different prices and power levels for devices of all price points, while in any case being extremely efficient with mobile data traffic because of Qualcomm's involvement in the development of 3G and 4G standards.
Though processor production may be its bread and butter as smartphone adoption has taken off, Qualcomm is also known for pushing technologies in various other areas. Qualcomm has been one of the leading developers of 3G and 4G networks since their first emerging popularity, partnering tightly with carriers around the world and holding various important patents on 3G and 4G networking. Patent licensing to other companies for mobile device processors remains a large portion of Qualcomm's business.
It has also developed a lesser-known display technology called Mirasol, which bridges the gap between efficient but black and white e-ink displays and colorful but power-hungry LCD and AMOLED displays. Mirasol has primarily lived as a technology demonstration, but in late 2013 Qualcomm also released its Toq smartwatch as an example of the display tech in real-world use.
Qualcomm has been a player in the mobile space in one way or another since the early days, and with its continued development of mobile-focused technology it is sure to be at the front of everyone's minds going forward.
Latest about Qualcomm
Qualcomm to launch the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 early this year
Qualcomm has been releasing flagship Snapdragon processors early year after year, and this year is no exception, as we could witness in October.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 rumors surface before the Gen 3 even launches
A leak has surfaced about what consumers may expect with Qualcomm's 2024 launch of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC.
Qualcomm and Samsung are hurting from lower chip demand
Qualcomm FY Q2 2023 earnings underscore a struggling smartphone market.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 rumored to gain a boosted 3.7GHz frequency upgrade
A new rumor speaks to Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3's potential frequency increase.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 leak reveals chip may bolster 64-bit-only era following the Pixel 7
New rumors speak about the possible new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3's core configuration changes.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2 brings major performance gains to mid-range phones
Coming in hot with major performance improvements.
Nothing Phone (2) will be powered by a flagship Snapdragon 8 series chip
Nothing CEO Carl Pei announces Phone 2 will launch with a Qualcomm 8 series processor.
Nothing, Motorola, Xiaomi, and others tap Qualcomm for satellite connectivity
Qualcomm is partnering with Android OEMs for satellite connectivity in future smartphones.
New rumor suggests the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 could arrive even sooner this year
If the alleged rumors are true, the next-gen chipset from Qualcomm is likely to be more powerful than the "Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy" SoC.
The Snapdragon X75 modem is set to push 5G into a new era
Qualcomm has released some details surroundings the Snapdragon X75 5G Modem-RF system.
Qualcomm slides on lower smartphone sales, and the outlook doesn't get any better
Qualcomm announces financial earnings with a drop in revenue and a downbeat outlook for upcoming quarters.
Qualcomm's new Insider program gives you dibs on new Snapdragon devices
Qualcomm launched its new Snapdragon Insiders Access Program so content creators can get hands-on with its latest SoC-powered devices.
Wi-Fi 7 explained: How it beats 6E and why you should care
Officially known as 802.11be, Wi-Fi 7 brings significant upgrades over Wi-Fi 6 and 6E. But what are those improvements and which devices can take advantage of them?
Qualcomm is helping carriers boost 5G mmWave coverage outdoors with fewer cell sites
Qualcomm's new platform brings better 5G mmWave coverage with fewer base stations.
The new mid-range Snapdragon 782G gets a low-key launch
Qualcomm has launched the new Snapdragon 782G mobile platform for mid-range devices. The new SoC can reach speeds up to 2.7GHz, along with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity.
New Qualcomm chips will give wireless earbuds a boost when paired with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Qualcomm's latest audio platforms support spatial audio with dynamic head-tracking and lossless audio quality, amongst others.
Snapdragon AR2 is designed to make compact wireless AR glasses possible
Lenovo, LG, Nreal, OPPO, Pico, and Xiaomi are all developing AR glasses using the AR2 chip.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is ready for the era of 200MP cameras, fast W-Fi 7 speeds
It advances gaming graphics and adds spatial audio.
