The year we embark on the 5G Advanced evolution
2022 officially sets off the 5G Advanced evolution — the second wave of wireless innovations that will fulfill the 5G vision. It will build on the solid foundation set by Releases 15, 16, and 17, and it sets the longer-term evolution direction of 5G and beyond. We will continue to see the global proliferation of 5G networks and devices, as well as the expansion of 5G into new services, spectrum, and verticals.
In 2022, we expect the completion of Release 17 and the start of Release 18, as well as many other important ecosystem milestones. Explore the timeline below as we document our 5G progress.
12/20 Three leading Universities in Spain Collaborate with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. to offer their students World Premium 5G Training & Certification
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announces its collaboration with three leading Spanish universities to provide 5G training courses. Via the Qualcomm Wireless Academy (QWA) program, students at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, University of Malaga and Polytechnic University of Valencia will have access to 5G trainings and the opportunity to receive a 5G training certification.
12/14 5G Technology is Key to Closing the Digital Divide: Qualcomm Report
As it continues to play a major role in the world’s digital transformation, 5G technology also holds the potential to close the digital divide, ushering in a more connected and intelligent tomorrow, Qualcomm Incorporated said today in a new white paper. The report – “5G and the Digital Divide” – calls for making the closing of the digital divide a top policy priority and explains how, although the divide has been narrowed, it still persists around the world. Getting all stakeholders aligned on unleashing the full potential of 5G technology is key to intelligently connecting everything everywhere, the report states.
12/13 Qualcomm Announces Africa Innovation Platform
Qualcomm Incorporated today announced the launch of the Africa Innovation Platform, a suite of mentorship, education, and training programs created to support the development of Africa’s emerging technology ecosystem. The platform will provide resources and support for local universities, small-to-medium sized startups, and grant participants, exposing them to Qualcomm Technologies Inc.’s engineers and its state-of-the-art capabilities suite for mobile platforms and technologies, including 4G, 5G, IoT, AI, and machine learning.
12/6 Qualcomm Announces Long-Range Compact Macro Platform for Cost-Effective Outdoor mmWave Deployments
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today introduced the Qualcomm® Compact Macro 5G RAN Platform to address burgeoning demand for streamlined, high-performance, cost-effective, and energy efficient outdoor infrastructure for mobility and Fixed Wireless Access (FWA). Addressing priority cost and range metrics for wide area mmWave coverage, this new platform leverages the Qualcomm® FSM™ 5G RAN Platform for Small Cells, while featuring macro-grade antenna module support with 256 antenna elements, delivering up to 60dBm of peak EIRP and up to 1 GHz of spectrum. This powerful combination of small cell expertise for streamlined design, together with macro cell antenna expertise for high-power, long-range mmWave coverage, facilitates a new class of compact macro cells for outdoor deployments at an attractive price point.
11/30 Qualcomm and Siemens Collaborate on 5G Smart Building Networks
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Siemens Smart Infrastructure are working together to reimagine building automation by applying 5G private network (PN), based on the Snapdragon® X55 5G Modem-RF System in the Americas. The joint effort is underway at the Siemens Chicagoland office in Buffalo Grove, testing 5G PN use cases for efficient connection of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) assets that will help meet the growing customer needs around energy efficiency, reduced costs of ownership, increased security, and proactive maintenance. This collective effort aims to further advance digitalization in building automation by developing new, more intelligent smart devices in the future.
11/29 It’s 2022 and we’re already thinking about the evolution of 5G Advanced to 6G
2022 has been an exciting year for mobile communications. Not only was the third 5G standard — 3GPP Release 17 — successfully completed bringing many 5G innovations, but the work on 5G Advanced has also officially begun. Through the rest of this decade, 5G Advanced will continue to improve end-to-end system performance, bring new efficiencies, and proliferate 5G into more devices and use cases. More importantly, 5G Advanced is establishing the technical foundation for 6G — the next-generation mobile platform coming in 2030 and beyond.
11/15 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Defines a New Standard for Premium Smartphones
During the Snapdragon Summit 2022, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. introduced its latest premium mobile platform, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform will define a new standard for connected computing, intelligently engineered with groundbreaking AI across the board to enable extraordinary experiences. This new mobile platform will be adopted by global OEMs and brands including ASUS Republic of Gamers, HONOR, iQOO, Motorola, nubia, OnePlus, OPPO, REDMAGIC, Redmi, SHARP, Sony Corporation, vivo, Xiaomi, XINGJI/MEIZU, and ZTE, with the first commercial devices expected by the end of 2022.
11/10 Qualcomm Achieves Critical 5G Standalone mmWave Milestone in China
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced it achieved groundbreaking 5G standalone (SA) mmWave performance, laying the groundwork for expanded commercial mmWave deployments. As the number of global internet users continues to grow significantly, 5G SA mmWave helps enable more industries and users to access unparalleled experiences and capabilities.
10/24 Qualcomm and Vodafone Partnering to Develop and Test Next-Generation 5G Open RAN Infrastructure
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Vodafone have a strong, longstanding relationship driving mobile communications innovations in Europe and today the companies announce the next step in that collaboration. By joining forces, the two industry leaders plan to develop, test and integrate next-generation 5G distributed units (DUs) and Radio Unit (RU) with Massive MIMO capabilities, ultimately to deliver the commercial deployment of Open RAN in Europe. This joint announcement builds on the companies’ previous commitment in April 2021 to develop technical blueprints that will help equipment suppliers build 5G networks of the future using Open RAN technology.
10/15 Qualcomm Partners with Razer and Verizon to Introduce the Ultimate 5G Handheld Gaming Device powered by Snapdragon G3x
Razer unveiled the highly anticipated Razer Edge 5G designed in collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Verizon. This groundbreaking collaboration introduces the world’s first dedicated 5G handheld gaming device, equipped with the latest processing power from the Snapdragon G3x and Razer’s industry-leading gaming hardware.
9/29 Qualcomm and Quectel Showcase Wi-Fi and 5G Cellular Link Aggregation at MWC-Vegas
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, and Quectel Wireless Solutions Co., Ltd., a global IoT solutions provider, showcased the first 5G cellular module in the PC/laptop industry that enables Wi-Fi and 5G cellular link aggregation, a feature that significantly improves data speeds in poor Wi-Fi scenarios, in Quectel’s booth [W1.520] at MWC Las Vegas 2022.
9/28 Qualcomm Builds Momentum for Full-Scale Open RAN Commercialization with the Sampling of its 5G RAN Platforms
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has begun sampling the Qualcomm X100 5G RAN Accelerator Card and Qualcomm QRU100 5G RAN Platform to global customers and partners for integration and verification of next-generation 5G mobile infrastructure solutions. This marks a significant next step in the evolution and upcoming commercialization of full-scale open and virtualized 5G networks.
9/19 C-V2X Technology to Transform Intelligent Transportation: Qualcomm Report
The connected vehicle technology known as cellular-vehicle-to-everything technology (C-V2X) holds the potential to deliver transformational benefits in road safety, enhance environmental sustainability, and create new jobs in the U.S., Qualcomm Incorporated asserted today in a new white paper, C-V2X: A New Era of Smart Transportation in the United States.
9/7 Qualcomm and NTT DOCOMO Unleash Next Generation 5G Speeds and Coverage Through World’s First High-Speed 5G Standalone Service
On August 24 NTT DOCOMO, Inc. (DOCOMO) launched the world’s first commercial 5G SA network allowing smartphones to simultaneously utilize both mid-band (sub-6 GHz) and mmWave frequencies – also known as 5G NR Dual Connectivity (NR-DC). Users with the Sharp AQUOS R7, Samsung Galaxy S22, Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, or Sony’s Xperia 1 IV, all powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform which features the Snapdragon X65 5G Modem-RF System, are already seeing downloads of up to 4.9 Gbps and uploads of up to 1.1 Gbps, including in crowded areas.
9/7 Qualcomm and ZTE Achieve a World’s Fastest 5G Standalone mmWave Milestones to Deliver Next-Gen Wireless Fiber
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and ZTE today announced the world’s fastest 5G mmWave standalone data connection, achieving impressive results in two scenarios: nearly 7Gbps peak rate for downlink and 2.1 Gbps for uplink. 5G standalone mmWave allows for the deployment of 5G mmWave networks and devices without using an anchor on LTE or sub-6 GHz spectrum. This gives operators more flexibility to deliver wireless fiber broadband access with multi-Gigabit speeds and ultra-low latency to residential and commercial customers.
9/6 Qualcomm Scales Flagship Experiences to More Consumers with Introduction of Snapdragon 6 and 4 Gen 1
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announces Snapdragon® 6 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 Mobile Platforms, providing advanced technology solutions to address the mid-tier and mass-volume segment. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 provides illuminating capture, hard-hitting game play, and intuitive AI assistance. It extends users’ reach with expansive connectivity and sustained, efficient power and performance across the board.
8/10 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Powers Samsung Galaxy Z Series Devices Globally
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced that its flagship Snapdragon® 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform is powering Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.’s latest cutting-edge foldable smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4. The Company’s newest flagship platform, Snapdragon 8+, is a premium-tier powerhouse delivering power and performance enhancements for the ultimate boost across all on-device experiences.
7/27 Qualcomm and Samsung Extend and Expand Broad Strategic Partnership
Qualcomm Incorporated today announced that the Company has strengthened its strategic partnership with Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. to deliver leading premium consumer experiences for Samsung Galaxy devices. Qualcomm Incorporated and Samsung have agreed to extend their patent license agreement for 3G, 4G, 5G and upcoming 6G mobile technology through the end of 2030.
7/11 Ericsson, Qualcomm and Thales to Take 5G Into Space
Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC), Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and French aerospace company Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) are planning to take 5G out of this world and across a network of Earth-orbiting satellites. After having each conducted detailed research, which included multiple studies and simulations, the parties plan to enter smartphone-use-case-focused testing and validation of 5G non-terrestrial networks (5G NTN).
6/13 Qualcomm Acquires Cellwize to Accelerate 5G Adoption and Spur Network Infrastructure Innovation at the Edge
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced that it has acquired Cellwize Wireless Technologies Pte. Ltd., a leader in mobile network automation and management to further accelerate Qualcomm Technologies as a leader in 5G Radio Access Networks (RAN) innovation and adoption.
5/19 Qualcomm Cuts the Cord with the New Wireless AR Smart Viewer Reference Design Powered by the Snapdragon XR2 Platform
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced another milestone in making extended reality (XR) the next computing platform with the Wireless AR Smart Viewer Reference Design, powered by the Snapdragon® XR2 Platform. The cord-free reference design helps OEMs and ODMs more seamlessly and cost-efficiently prototype and bring to market lightweight, premium AR glasses to enable immersive experiences that unlock the metaverse.
5/19 Qualcomm Extends Leadership in Premium and High Tier Android Devices with Snapdragon’s Newest Powerhouse Mobile Platforms
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced its latest lineup of mobile platforms, Snapdragon® 8+ Gen 1 and Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, to power the next generation of premium and high-tier Android smartphones. The Company’s newest flagship platform, Snapdragon 8+, is a premium-tier powerhouse delivering power and performance enhancements for the ultimate boost across all on-device experiences. Snapdragon 7 offers a selection of high-end, in-demand features and technologies and enables them for more people around the world. According to the latest findings from Counterpoint Research, IDC1, and Strategy Analytics, Qualcomm Technologies is the global leader in premium Android smartphone SoC industry share.
5/9 Qualcomm Unveils New Features in Snapdragon X70 Modem-RF System
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., today announced at the Qualcomm® 5G Summit event new capabilities and milestones for the Snapdragon® X70 5G Modem-RF System. These accomplishments build upon the fifth-generation 5G modem-to-antenna solution announced in February at MWC Barcelona. Harnessing the power of AI for breakthrough 5G performance with 10 Gigabit 5G downloads, incredible upload speeds, low latency, coverage, and power efficiency, Snapdragon X70 offers ultimate flexibility to global 5G operators to maximize spectrum resources for the best possible 5G connectivity. Snapdragon X70 provides advanced capabilities such as Qualcomm® 5G AI Suite, Qualcomm® 5G Ultra-Low Latency Suite, Qualcomm® 5G PowerSave Gen 3, uplink carrier aggregation, standalone mmWave and 4X sub-6 carrier aggregation to achieve unmatched 5G performance.
5/9 Qualcomm Advances Development of Smarter and Safer Autonomous Robots for Logistics, Industry 4.0, and Urban Aerial Mobility with Next-Generation 5G and AI Robotics Solutions
As 5G proliferates beyond the smartphone, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has acted as a catalyst in enabling 5G to scale and revolutionize the robotics industry. At the annual Qualcomm® 5G Summit event, the Company is unveiling an expanded roadmap of cutting-edge 5G and edge-AI robotics solutions with the introduction of the Qualcomm Robotics RB6 Platform and the Qualcomm RB5 AMR Reference Design. Qualcomm Technologies latest advanced edge-AI and robotics solutions will support the creation of more productive, autonomous, and advanced robots. The solutions will help unlock new commercial realities including AMRs, delivery robots, highly automated manufacturing robots, collaborative robots, UAM aircrafts, industrial drone infrastructure, autonomous defense solutions, and beyond.
5/9 Viettel and Qualcomm to Collaborate on 5G Infrastructure Development
Viettel Group and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced plans to collaborate and develop a next-generation 5G Radio Unit (RU) with massive MIMO capabilities and distributed units (DUs). This focuses on helping to fast track the development and roll out of 5G network infrastructure and services in Vietnam and globally.
5/8 Qualcomm, Three Austria and ZTE Achieve Europe’s First 5G Standalone Milestone on 700MHz with 1400MHz Aggregation
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., Three Austria and ZTE have successfully executed a 5G network demonstration using a standalone (SA) coverage layer based on 700MHz (n28) and the world’s first supplemental downlink (SDL) band 1400MHz (n75), significantly boosting rural throughput and the capacity of standalone mode NR.
4/27 UScellular, in Collaboration with Qualcomm and Inseego, Launches 5G mmWave High-Speed Internet Service in 10 Cities
UScellular, in collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Inseego, has launched its 5G mmWave high-speed internet service in parts of 10 cities. The carrier’s Home Internet+ solution delivers speeds of up to 300 Mbps, an increase of 10-15 times compared to its 4G LTE home internet offering, and is a significant milestone in its multi-technology approach to providing High-Speed Internet solutions.
4/13 Stellantis and Qualcomm Collaborate to Power New Vehicle Platforms with Snapdragon Digital Chassis Solutions
Stellantis N.V. and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced a multi-year technology collaboration to utilize the latest Snapdragon® Digital Chassis™ advancements to deliver intelligent, customizable and immersive in-vehicle experiences to millions of vehicles across Stellantis’ 14 iconic automotive brands beginning in 2024. Leveraging the Snapdragon® Cockpit Platforms and 5G capabilities for telematics systems, Stellantis will have the capability to meet customers’ evolving expectations for personalized and cutting-edge experiences that are continually upgradeable.
3/30 AIS, Qualcomm and ZTE Announce the World’s First 5G NR-DC Showcase for 2.6GHz and 26GHz in Thailand
AIS, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and ZTE announced today the world’s first 5G NR-DC (New Radio Dual Connectivity) showcase in the field with 2.6GHz and 26GHz, achieving 8.5Gbps peak downlink speed and 2.17Gbps peak uplink speed with a single mobile device. As part of the joint effort, this collaboration combines two major 5G frequency bands, Sub-6 and 5G mmWave, to enhance the capabilities of Thailand’s 5G network and extend the 5G application landscape.
3/20 Qualcomm Launches $100M Snapdragon Metaverse Fund
Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) today announced the launch of the Snapdragon Metaverse Fund, established to invest up to $100 million in developers and companies building unique, immersive XR experiences, as well as associated core augmented reality (AR) and related artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The fund plans to deploy capital through a combination of venture investments in leading XR companies by Qualcomm Ventures and a grant program by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. for developer ecosystem funding in XR experiences such as gaming, health and wellness, media, entertainment, education, and enterprise.
2/28 Qualcomm Unveils Fully-Integrated Open RAN Solution in Collaboration with Fujitsu for 5G mmWave Proliferation
Building off years of collaboration, Qualcomm Technologies today announced plans to commercialize 5G open and virtualized integrated distributed unit (DU) and radio unit (RU) solutions with powerful 5G mmWave performance capabilities to drive the transition towards next generation 5G mobile infrastructure. Qualcomm Technologies is coming together with Fujitsu – within NTT DOCOMO, INC.’s 5G OREC initiative.
2/28 Qualcomm Unveils New Snapdragon Digital Chassis Connected Car Technologies to Accelerate the Future of Automotive
To meet the increasing demand for premium driving experiences and connected in-vehicle services, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today introduced new and enhanced solutions to its rapidly expanding automotive technology portfolio. Further enhancing its Snapdragon Digital Chassis connected vehicle platforms, Qualcomm Technologies introduced a feature for Snapdragon Car-to-Cloud Services – Connectivity-as-a-Service – that brings new technology collaborations to support out-of-the-box connectivity.
2/28 Qualcomm Expands Snapdragon Compute Ecosystem for the Next-Generation of Enterprise-Grade PCs
Today, during Mobile World Congress 2022, Qualcomm Incorporated President and Chief Executive Officer, Cristiano Amon highlighted how Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is continuing to bring best-in-case experiences to enterprise PCs and drive the convergence of the PC and mobile to increase productivity, connectivity, and security from anywhere. During last month’s Consumer Electronics Show, the Company announced that over 200 enterprise customers were testing or deploying Windows 11 on Snapdragon laptops and 2-in-1 devices.
2/28 Mavenir and Qualcomm Accelerate Next Generation 5G Infrastructure with Expanded Portfolio of Open RAN Solutions
Mavenir, the Network Software Provider building the future of networks with cloud-native software that runs on any cloud and transforms the way the world connects, today announced a collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. to expand its OpenBeam™ Open RAN portfolio of 5G Radio Units (RU) spanning categories ranging from mmWave to Massive MIMO with 64T64R capabilities to 8T8R radios to drive the transition towards modern networks.
2/28 New Snapdragon X70 Modem-RF Harnesses World’s First 5G AI Processor for Industry Leading Performance and Experiences
2/28 Qualcomm and Bosch Rexroth Showcase Industrial Automation with Time-Synchronized Applications over a Live 3.75 GHz 5G Private Network
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Bosch Rexroth AG, today announced the evolution of their joint research collaboration focused on 5G technology applications for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). The joint demonstration at the Robert Bosch Elektronik GmbH factory in Salzgitter, Germany, showcases industrial automation and flexible manufacturing with time-sensitive networking (TSN), low latency, ultra-high reliability with coordinated multi-point (CoMP), and 5G precise positioning of an assisted guided vehicle (AGV) and autonomous mobile robot (AMR).
2/28 Qualcomm Propels Global Expansion of 5G Fixed Wireless Access with Introduction of Next-Generation Features
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced new upgraded features and capabilities to the Qualcomm 5G Fixed Wireless Access Platform Gen 2, which was announced in February 2021. Upgrades designed to include support for standalone 5G mmWave, as well as the all-new Qualcomm 5G RF Sensing Suite. The two new key features will help proliferate adoption and deployment of FWA and further demonstrate how Qualcomm Technologies continues to lead the industry in global adoption of 5G mmWave:
2/28 Qualcomm Continues its 5G Leadership, Unveils New Product Innovations at Mobile World Congress Barcelona
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today shared details on the key 5G product innovations the Company is exhibiting during Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona. The showcase features more than 10 demonstrations illustrating new innovations and expanded capabilities to Snapdragon® 5G Modem-RF Systems and Qualcomm® 5G RAN Platforms for increasing 5G performance, coverage and power efficiency.
2/28 Qualcomm Simplifies Private 5G Network Deployment and Management with New RAN Automation Platform and Partner Program
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. unveiled its new Qualcomm® Private Networks RAN Automation Platform, which simplifies the deployment and management of RAN for 5G Private Networks. The cloud-based network management platform alleviates system complexity, reduces deployment time, simplifies network management, and increases ease-of-use for customers across all industries. The comprehensive solution includes:
2/28 Qualcomm Showcases Future Technology Roadmap to Drive the Connected Intelligent Edge and Lead the World to 5G Advanced and Beyond
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. unveiled new research milestones and innovations showcasing how the Company is driving digital transformation and delivering premium experiences across industries and use cases through advancements in 5G.
2/28 Fastweb and Qualcomm Announce Collaboration to Commercialize 5G Standalone mmWave Services in Italy
Fastweb, one of the major Italian telecommunications operators, and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced plans to commercialize 5G standalone (SA) millimeter wave (mmWave) on Qualcomm® 5G Fixed Wireless Access Platform Gen 2 featuring Snapdragon® X65 and X62 5G Modem-RF Systems for Fixed Wireless Access (FWA). The joint efforts, which are expected to be rolled out in 2022.
2/28 Qualcomm Collaborates with Microsoft to Transform Enterprise Connectivity with End-to-End 5G Private Network Solution
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. revealed a collaboration with Microsoft today – working with 5G Private Network Partner Ecosystem Program members – designed to transform enterprise connectivity with the introduction of an end-to-end, easy-to-deploy, scalable 5G private network solution. Bringing together Qualcomm Technologies’ ecosystem and global technology leadership in 5G
2/28 Qualcomm and Gridspertise Collaborate to Transform the Electric Grid, Unleashing a New Era of Smart Utilities
A few months after Gridspertise launched the QEd – Quantum Edge® device, which leverages the innovative Qualcomm Technologies’ IoT solutions, today the two companies announced a further collaboration to accelerate the digital transformation of the power grids, targeting especially the needs of the US electric utilities industry.
2/28 Qualcomm Accelerates 5G Adoption Across PCs with New Turnkey 5G Modules
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced the Snapdragon® X65 and X62 5G M.2 Modules, developed in collaboration with Foxconn Industrial Internet and Quectel. This product portfolio brings Qualcomm Technologies' leading 5G connectivity to laptop and desktop computers, enabling easy 5G adoption for PCs.
2/24 Rakuten Symphony and Qualcomm to Offer Solutions for Open RAN Deployments Worldwide
Rakuten Symphony, Inc., a global leader in cloud-native, Open RAN telco infrastructure platforms, services and solutions, and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced plans for Rakuten Mobile, Inc. (Rakuten Symphony’s parent company) and Qualcomm Technologies to collaborate to develop a next-generation 5G Radio Unit (RU) with Massive MIMO capabilities and distributed units (DUs).
2/17 Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Qualcomm Technologies Announce Collaboration to Deliver the Next-Generation 5G Virtualized Distributed Unit Solutions
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) today announced plans to collaborate to deliver the next generation of 5G distributed units, powered by Qualcomm Technologies’ inline accelerator card, the Qualcomm® X100 5G RAN. This collaboration aims to address the demands of next-generation networks, simplify deployments and lower total cost of ownership (TCO) by delivering high-performance
2/9 Qualcomm Expands Investment in XR and the Metaverse with the Formation of XR Labs Europe – an XR R&D hub in Europe
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced the company has opened Extended Reality (XR) Labs in Europe. Europe already has a thriving augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) community and Qualcomm Technologies is committed to making XR the future of mobile computing. The XR Labs will focus activities on XR R&D, engineering and key technology development areas such as advanced hand tracking and gesture control, 3D Mapping and SLAM/Localization services, multi-user experiences, and image recognition. Also, XR SDKs providing access to foundational XR technology including object and geo-tracking.
2/9 Snapdragon 8 Powers Samsung’s Newest Flagship Device Lineup: the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy Tab S8 Series
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced that its flagship Snapdragon® 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform is powering Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.’s latest and most cutting-edge smartphones, the Galaxy S22 series in select regions and Galaxy Tab S8 series globally.
1/18 Qualcomm Collaborates with SB Technology and Cybertrust Japan to Proliferate Smart Cities and 5G IoT Solutions
Cybertrust Japan Co., Ltd., SB Technology Corp., and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., today announced they intend to collaborate to support the deployment of smart solutions through the Qualcomm® IoT Services Suite offering to help businesses and entities looking to adopt and integrate smart solutions initially in Japan, with intent to expand globally in the future.
1/18 Vodafone, Qualcomm Technologies, and Thales Deliver World-First Smartphone Demonstration of Integrated SIM (iSIM) Technology
Leading industry innovators Vodafone, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., and Thales have joined forces to demonstrate a working smartphone featuring iSIM (based on the ieUICC[1] GSMA specification) - a new technology enabling the functionality of a SIM card to be integrated into a device’s main processor.
1/4 Qualcomm and Leading Compute Partners Build Industry Momentum for Windows on Arm PCs Powered by Snapdragon Compute Platforms
During the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. highlighted broad support from ecosystem partners for the PC industry’s transition to Arm®-based computing. The Company’s portfolio of Snapdragon® compute platforms already powers a number of innovative devices from leading PC OEMs, enabling superior connectivity, AI-accelerated experiences, and robust security.
1/4 Qualcomm Expands Automotive Footprint in Europe
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced the company has opened an engineering software office in Berlin, focused on supporting its European automotive customers with the latest Snapdragon® Digital Chassis™ advancements. This includes advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and automated driving (AD) via the Snapdragon Ride™ Platform.
1/4 Qualcomm Builds Momentum Around Snapdragon Digital Chassis to Define the Future of Automotive
With over 20 years of experience in supplying technology solutions for the automotive industry, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. currently serves as the technology provider of choice for the global automotive industry, working alongside global automakers who are currently utilizing a broad portfolio of automotive solutions within the company’s Snapdragon® Digital Chassis™. Utilizing our ‘one technology roadmap,’ the Snapdragon Digital Chassis is uniquely positioned to accelerate the pace of innovation in the automotive industry.
1/4 Qualcomm and Renault Group to Extend Collaboration and Bring the Latest Digital Advancements to Next Generation Vehicles with the Snapdragon Digital Chassis
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Renault Group today announced the companies’ intentions to expand their collaboration to digitally transform automotive experiences. With the aim to build a next-generation architecture that focuses on extensible and flexible vehicle architectures that are focused on addressing the evolving consumer and enterprise customer expectations.
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