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        Peer-to-peer technology enabling ad hoc, proximity-based communication.

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        Technology ensuring that wherever you go, your mobile phone receives relevant content.

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CPU Up to 1 GHz Scorpion CPU Up to 1.4 GHz Scorpion CPU Up to 1.7 GHz Dual Scorpion CPU
GPU Up to Adreno 200 GPU Up to Adreno 205 GPU Up to Adreno 220 GPU
Video Up to 720p HD video Up to 720p+ HD video Up to 1080p HD video
Modem 3G Modem - (HSPA/DO/1x) 3G modem - (HSPA+/DO/1x) 3G modem - HSPA+ (UMTS, CDMA/Multimode)
Camera Up to 12MP Up to 12MP Up to 16MP, Stereoscopic 3D Kit
GPS IZat Gen 7 IZat Gen8 IZat Gen8
USB USB 2.0 High Speed USB 2.0 USB 2.0 High Speed OTG (480Mbps)
Bluetooth Discrete solution up to BT4.0 Discrete solution up to BT4.0 Discrete solution up to BT4.0
WiFi Discrete solution 802.11n (2.4GHz) Discrete solution 802.11n (2.4/5GHz) Discrete solution 802.11n (2.4/5GHz)
Process Technology 65nm 45nm 45nm
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Power-Packed Processing

Power-Packed Processing

A unique combination of power and efficiency, Qualcomm Snapdragon processors enable your mobile world.
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Compare Snapdragon 800, 600, 400, 200

Qualcomm Snapdragon 800, 600, 400 & 200 processors have the right combination of performance and power efficiency for the device you love.
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S4: One powerful processor. Tons of devices.

S4: One powerful processor. Tons of devices.

The Snapdragon S4 processor is a marvel of mobile performance. Best of all, it’s found at the heart of many of today’s hottest smartphones and tablets. So there is sure to be one that’s right for you.
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16 Apr 13

Samsung GALAXY S4 powered by Snapdragon processors: Presale starts today

The latest in the wildly popular Samsung GALAXY series is available for pre-order today and we are proud to say that the Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 processor is powering the new Samsung GALAXY S4 in the U.S.
05 Apr 13

The new Facebook Home for Android and HTC First are better on Snapdragon

The BlackBerry physical keyboard is back - in the Snapdragon powered BlackBerry Q10 LTE

16 May 13

Nokia announces two new flagship devices, the Lumia 925 and 928, powered by Snapdragon

14 May 13

AT&T launches Aio, a new no-contract prepaid wireless service

10 May 13
05 Apr 13

The new Facebook Home for Android and HTC First are better on Snapdragon

Miss the classic BlackBerry keyboard? The Snapdragon powered BlackBerry Q10 LTE has you covered. http://bit.ly/107anmR
Miss the classic BlackBerry keyboard? The Snapdragon powered BlackBerry Q10 LTE has you covered. http://bit.ly/107anmR
There’s fast, there’s really fast - and then there’s the Snapdragon 600, featured in the new HTC One.
If you’re anything like us, then you can’t wait to get your hands on the Samsung Galaxy S4. Who’s planning to pre-order today? http://bit.ly/14w9B6M
The newest from Nokia? Two impressive gadgets, both with Snapdragon Processors inside. Check out the Lumia 925 and 928, and tell us your favorite feature in the comments below. http://bit.ly/19tyoVN
The newest from Nokia? Two impressive gadgets, both with Snapdragon Processors inside. Check out the Lumia 925 and 928, and tell us your favorite feature in the comments below. http://bit.ly/19tyoVN
Android Central has some awesome wallpapers for your favorite gadget. Check out the options, and while you’re at it – what’s your current background pic? http://bit.ly/16xCH5I
Android Central has some awesome wallpapers for your favorite gadget. Check out the options, and while you’re at it – what’s your current background pic? http://bit.ly/16xCH5I
We’re excited to be on the scene at the 2013 Game Developers Conference. See what we’re doing to make gaming on your next smartphone even better than it is today:
If only everyone could do this many things at once while saving energy like a Qualcomm Snapdragon Processor: http://bit.ly/14eJKPI

RT @sonyxperia: .@snapdragon processor on #XperiaZ is a multi-tasker's dream.  twitpic.com/cqwwpq

— Snapdragon (@Snapdragon) May 16, 2013

Complete this sentence: “I’m excited for the weekend because I’m going to get online and play _______.” #gaming

— Snapdragon (@Snapdragon) May 16, 2013

Soon you’ll get to do #Google Hangouts via #sms. Useful or useless? bddy.me/10B3fuu #mobile @techcrunch

— Snapdragon (@Snapdragon) May 16, 2013

Whether you drive, bike or walk – @mashable wants to help. These 16 #apps can help you get where you’re going: bddy.me/16AsmWR

— Snapdragon (@Snapdragon) May 15, 2013
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