--- title: "2025 Snapdragon Insiders Recap: A Year of Connection, Creativity, and Community" url: "https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/2025-snapdragon-insiders-recap--a-year-of-connection--creativity" --- # 2025 Snapdragon Insiders Recap: A Year of Connection, Creativity, and Community Dec 19, 2025 ![Qualcomm-image](https://s7d1.scene7.com/is/image/dmqualcommprod/RESIZESnapdragon2025Day1Morning-146%20(1)?$QC_Responsive$&fmt=png-alpha&wid=700) From groundbreaking product launches to the unforgettable Snapdragon Summit 2025, it was an exciting year for the Snapdragon Insider community. And now with more than 20 million members worldwide, you've helped make this our most connected, engaged, and innovative chapter yet. As we head into the new year, let's rewind 2025 and celebrate some of the Snapdragon Insiders moments that you made possible. #### Starting Strong at CES 2025 > All-day battery, seamless performance, and smart features enabled by on-device AI. Power through your day with the new [#Snapdragon](https://twitter.com/hashtag/Snapdragon?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) X processor.​ Learn more: [https://t.co/ya0C9kGTqS](https://t.co/ya0C9kGTqS) [pic.twitter.com/fUn52O8p5b](https://t.co/fUn52O8p5b) > — Snapdragon (@Snapdragon) [January 6, 2025](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon/status/1876360749351931956?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) The year kicked off strong at CES 2025, where we unveiled the Snapdragon® X processor, raising the bar for entry-level laptops. Designed to deliver powerful performance, AI-powered productivity, blazing fast connectivity, and more, the Snapdragon X processor brought cutting-edge computing to more people than ever before. Find out more about this game-changing processor in our [CES recap](https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/welcome-to-the-future-with-snapdragon-x-unveiled-at-ces-2025-). **One Year of Monthly Discord Meetups** ![Qualcomm-image](https://s7d1.scene7.com/is/image/dmqualcommprod/SOS%20RECAP?$QC_Responsive$&fmt=png-alpha&wid=700) 2025 marked the first full year of Snapdragon Insiders Discord meetups, digital gatherings that have become a cornerstone of our community. From stunning [#ShotOnSnapdragon](https://x.com/search?q=%23shotOnSnapdragon&src=typed_query) photo showcases, to adrenaline‑filled Game On sessions, and the brain‑teasing fun of Quiz Showdown, our monthly meetups kept Snapdragon Insiders inspired, connected, and coming back for more. Standout moments included: - Gifting Snapdragon Insiders exclusive #ShotOnSnapdragon merch like photo frames and shirts that quickly became community favorites. - Real-time gameplay during our Game On meetups with guest appearances from partners like ASUS and Feral Interactive. - Quiz Showdown meetups that combined tech trivia with friendly competition. - Want in on the fun? [Join our Discord](https://discord.com/invite/snapdragon) and stay tuned for our next event. > On [#WorldPhotographyDay](https://twitter.com/hashtag/WorldPhotographyDay?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw), I received a T-shirt with my photograph printed on it, and the feeling is beyond words. > > Thank you, [@Snapdragon](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) and [@SnapdragonCarla](https://twitter.com/SnapdragonCarla?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw), for such thoughtful merchandise. I was pleasantly surprised to receive it without any prior notification 😍[#shotonOPPO](https://twitter.com/hashtag/shotonOPPO?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/b1fJcMBkpk](https://t.co/b1fJcMBkpk) > — Vinay Kumar Mishra (@VinayKu64450906) [August 19, 2025](https://twitter.com/VinayKu64450906/status/1957648717789688277?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) **Celebrating our 4th Birthday** The Snapdragon Insiders community hit a big milestone in 2025: our 4th birthday! It was an incredible moment to celebrate the journey we've taken together. We've come a long way, but the best is yet to come. Check out our sizzle reel for some key moments around the globe from the community. #### Snapdragon Insiders Around the World ![Qualcomm-image](https://s7d1.scene7.com/is/image/dmqualcommprod/Computex-Article-2-688x410%20(2)?$QC_Responsive$&fmt=png-alpha) We brought Snapdragon Insiders to more global events, sparking new connections and conversations about the tech that's shaping our future. A few of these events included: - Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: Snapdragon Insiders John and Fahim were on the ground when Samsung revealed the Samsung Galaxy S25 Series, powered by [Snapdragon 8 Elite](https://www.qualcomm.com/products/mobile/snapdragon/smartphones/snapdragon-8-series-mobile-platforms/snapdragon-8-elite-mobile-platform) for Galaxy mobile processor. [Catch up on what they had to say about the big launch.](https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/inside-samsung-galaxy-unpacked-2024--snapdragon-insiders-experie) - COMPUTEX: We brought a group of Snapdragon Insiders to [COMPUTEX in Taipei,](https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/computex-2025--celebrating-the-momentum-of-snapdragon-x-series) giving them an exclusive look at the latest innovations and celebrate the Snapdragon X Series groundbreaking advances in the PC space. - Augmented World Expo: We headed to Southern California with XR creator and Snapdragon Insider KaleahVR. There, they were front and center for the unveiling of our Snapdragon AR1+ Gen 1 platform, hands on demos, and so much more. [Check out their recap of the event.](https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/what-i-learned-at-awe-2025--kaleahvr-s-take-on-xr-s-future) - Old Trafford: we teamed up with creator Chris Priestley to bring fans inside Manchester United's Old Trafford stadium. Chris captured behind‑the‑scenes moments on his Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra then edited it all on his Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x, both powered by Snapdragon. We also teamed up with [MattyBeats](https://www.instagram.com/mattybeats/) to capture the full match‑day soundscape and transform it into an original track inspired by Manchester United fandom. Check out [The Sounds of Old Trafford](https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/how-devices-powered-by-snapdragon-captured-and-mixed-the-sounds-). **Snapdragon Summit 2025** > 18 years of innovation. 10 years of [#SnapdragonSummit](https://twitter.com/hashtag/SnapdragonSummit?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). 3 days to change the world again. This is how we unleashed the extraordinary: [pic.twitter.com/kWoXjIpdTo](https://t.co/kWoXjIpdTo) > — Snapdragon (@Snapdragon) [September 26, 2025](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon/status/1971673128612061314?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) This year's Snapdragon Summit was about more than major product reveals (hello [Snapdragon X2 Elite](https://www.qualcomm.com/laptops/products/snapdragon-x2-elite) and [Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5](https://www.qualcomm.com/smartphones/products/8-series/snapdragon-8-elite-gen-5)!) — it was a celebration of the Snapdragon Insider community. For three days, Snapdragon Insiders from around the world had front‑row seats to groundbreaking announcements, conversations with product experts, and hands‑on experiences that set the tone for the future of innovation. A few Snapdragon Insiders were even invited on stage with Qualcomm CMO Don McGuire, and CEO & President Cristiano Amon! From opening keynotes to closing moments, the energy was electric, and it was all powered by you. Experience every highlight throughout [day 1](https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/snapdragon-summit-2025--snapdragon-insider-josh-gives-you-the-da), [day 2](https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/snapdragon-summit-2025--snapdragon-insider-sonya-reacts-to-day-2), and [day 3](https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/the-perfect-snapdragon-summit-send-off--day-3-moments-i-ll-never) recaps of Snapdragon Summit. #### Capturing Snapdragon Insider Energy on Screen 2025 was also defined by the creativity pouring out of our channels. - Fridge Swap: This summer, we headed to Mexico City to prove that with the AI assistant on the [ASUS Zenbook A14](https://www.asus.com/us/laptops/for-home/zenbook/asus-zenbook-a14-ux3407/) powered by [Snapdragon X processor,](https://www.qualcomm.com/products/mobile/snapdragon/laptops-and-tablets/snapdragon-x) Snapdragon Insiders can cook up just about anything. - Behind the Silicon, Season 2: In our final season of Behind the Silicon, we brought Snapdragon Insiders around the world – to Chamonix, Japan, New York, Hawaii, and more to explore how PCs powered by Snapdragon are unlocking new opportunities worldwide. If you missed any of the action or want to rewatch your favorite episodes, you can [stream season two on YouTube now.](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjVC3ZSB1kOne2YCycOBCB3i6GDLutDeu) #### What's Next for 2026: Our 5th Anniversary ![Qualcomm-image](https://s7d1.scene7.com/is/image/dmqualcommprod/RESIZESnapdragon2025Day2Insiders-23?$QC_Responsive$&fmt=png-alpha&wid=700) Next year, as we gear up to celebrate our 5th birthday of the Snapdragon Insiders program, expect bigger meetups, more global events, and new ways to dive deeper into Snapdragon technology. So tell us: What are you most excited in 2026? Join the conversation on [Discord](https://discord.com/invite/x9K8sqGAvj) and help shape what's next. Mobile Compute Snapdragon Summit Smartphones When commenting in the Snapdragon Insiders forums, please follow our terms of use found [here](https://www.qualcomm.com/site/terms-of-use). Qualcomm Snapdragon is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. 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