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Qualcomm has managed to fit its once briefcase-sized 5G modem into a phone
By Daniel Bader last updated
Qualcomm has a 5G modem that works in an actual phone.

Qualcomm to integrate multi-gigabyte WiGig technology in Snapdragon 810
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated

Qualcomm is doubling down on LTE before moving onto 5G
By Daniel Bader last updated
Before we get to 5G, Qualcomm is debuting a new LTE chip with twice the speed of today's phones.

5G gets closer to reality as initial standard is finalized
By Daniel Bader last updated
5G is a little bit closer to being the real deal.

Qualcomm and Apple finally settle ongoing patent dispute, Intel exits 5G modem business
By Joe Maring, Andrew Martonik last updated
After nearly two years of legal disputes, Qualcomm and Apple have reached a settlement over patent disputes.

Qualcomm files patent infringement complaints against Apple, aims to ban U.S. iPhone imports
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated
Qualcomm says the iPhone uses six inventions that Apple isn't paying for.

Qualcomm sues Apple for giving rival Intel classified information
By Joe Maring last updated
In the latest development of the two companies' feud, Qualcomm is now suing Apple for providing Intel with access to its classified modem software.

Why Broadcom's $130 billion Qualcomm deal would be bad for mobile innovation
By Daniel Bader last updated
Broadcom wants to position itself for the 5G future with its $130 billion Qualcomm acquisition.

The Snapdragon 855 is a benchmarking beast in a year that needs the power
By Daniel Bader last updated
Qualcomm says the Snapdragon 855 is its most powerful chip ever, but what do the numbers say?

Qualcomm says its Snapdragon X50 will power over 30 5G devices in 2019
By Joe Maring last updated
Qualcomm wants to be the leader of the 5G revolution, and it appears to be making good progress on that goal by announcing it has 30 devices coming out in 2019 using its Snapdragon X50 5G modem.

Qualcomm announces ultrasonic finger scanner and machine learning engine, teases Snapdragon 820 processor
By Derek Kessler last updated

Qualcomm's Snapdragon 855 Plus aims to be the ultimate gaming processor
By Joe Maring last updated
Around six months into its life cycle, the Snapdragon 855 is getting a sequel in the form of the Snapdragon 855 Plus — offering big improvements for gaming.

Qualcomm wants to make 'XR' a thing with its future-forward developer kit
By Russell Holly last updated
The Snapdragon 845-powered VR Developer Kit is the first step in a huge push for the next generation of headsets.

Qualcomm announces new depth-sensing technology for Android cameras
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated
Qualcomm's second generation Spectra Module Program brings 3D depth-sensing and improved biometric authentication to Android mobile devices and Head-Mounted Displays.

Qualcomm says 450 million 5G phones will ship in 2021
By Joe Maring last updated
Qualcomm recently shared its predictions for 5G smartphone performance in the coming years, with 450 million 5G devices expected to be shipped in 2021.

The Snapdragon 865: The new chip where everything really is new and improved
By Jerry Hildenbrand last updated
The Snapdragon 865 is a bigger upgrade than anyone thought it would be. And I love it when that happens.

Qualcomm's Wear 3100 chip for Wear OS is all about extending battery life
By Joe Maring last updated
The new Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 processor is coming soon to Wear OS and is designed to help extend your battery life as much as possible.

Qualcomm's Snapdragon X55 5G modem can reach 7Gbps download speeds
By Joe Maring last updated
Qualcomm's gearing up for the 5G future with its new Snapdragon X55 modem. The chip is capable of 4G LTE and 5G connections with download speeds up to 7Gbps.
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