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Since the beginning of 2022, so many great devices have been released powered by Snapdragon technology, from smartphones to tablets to laptops and wearables. We’d like to highlight new devices launched this year that run on Snapdragon technology, six of which that utilize the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform.
Announced at Tech Summit 2021, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is our most advanced mobile platform to date. That said, exciting device launches from 2022 haven’t been limited to smartphones. Lenovo recently announced the ThinkPad X13s, an ultra-thin laptop with extreme computing capabilities powered by the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 Compute Platform. In addition to its impressive new line of smartphones, Samsung also launched a tablet built for students and professionals equally interested in productivity and play. Luxury brands like Tag Heuer and Louis Vuitton dropped new smartwatches operating on the Snapdragon Wear™ 4100+ Platform. And Oddict released its Twig Pro earbuds, powered by Snapdragon Sound™.
Without further ado, here are some of the cool new devices powered by Snapdragon technology that have launched in 2022.
Smartphones
Motorola Edge+
The Motorola Edge+ delivers fast performance with extreme 5G speeds, a high-resolution camera with a giant 108 MP sensor, award-winning audio capability, and a bold, super immersive display. The device features Snapdragon Sight™ and Snapdragon Elite Gaming™ technologies — perfect for photographers and gamers alike.
Featuring: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform, Snapdragon Sound
Highlights: 6.7” HDR10+ Endless Edge display · 5000 mAh battery · Triple camera system with 108 MP sensor · Works in over 200 countries depending on your plan · Qualcomm® FastConnect™ 6900 system for Wi-Fi 6E Connectivity · Snapdragon X65 Modem-RF System
Samsung Galaxy S22
This new smartphone from Samsung boasts a professional quality camera with excellent night photography capabilities, considerable battery power, and a large, super bright display crafted for outdoor visibility.
Featuring: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform
Highlights: 6.1” FHD+ display · FastConnect 6900 system for Wi-Fi 6 capabilities · Fast charging with all-day battery life · Up to 256 GB of storage · Rear camera with 50MP, 12MP ultra-wide, and 10MP tele 3X optical zoom lenses
Samsung Galaxy S22+
Another new smartphone from the Galaxy S22 series, the plus is indicative of a larger screen size and a more powerful — and longer-lasting — battery. Expect the same professional quality photography capabilities as the S22.
Featuring: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform
Highlights: 6.6” FHD+ display · Super-fast charging with all-day battery life · Up to 256 GB of storage · Rear camera with 50MP, 12MP ultra-wide, and 10MP tele 3X optical zoom lenses
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Finally, the Galaxy S22 Ultra. The most powerful of the S22 series is equipped with a 6.8” screen, a more capable selfie camera (40MP), and storage options up to 1 TB. The Ultra is also the first Galaxy S device that comes equipped with an S Pen.
Featuring: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform
Highlights: 6.8” Edge Quad HD+ display · Super-fast charging · Up to 1TB of storage · Rear camera with 108MP, 12MP ultra-wide, 10MP tele 3x optical zoom, and 10MP tele 10x optical zoom lenses · S Pen
OnePlus 10 Pro
The OnePlus 10 Pro features a slick aesthetic and design that differentiates it from other smartphones. Its two colorways offer different yet vibrant moods for users more interested in the physical attributes of their devices. Oh, and by the way — its camera system was developed by legendary camera maker Hasselblad.
Featuring: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform
Highlights: 2nd-Gen Hasselblad Camera · 5,000 mAh battery · 120 Hz fluid AMOLED with LTPO dynamic refresh rate
Tablets
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 is a tablet capable of everything — from schoolwork to productivity to play — and designed for mobility and durability.
Featuring: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform
Highlights: 11” LTPS LCD display · 8,000 mAh battery · FastConnect 6900 Wi-Fi 6/6E support · 12 MP ultra-wide front camera · Up to 256 GB storage (with space for a 1TB micro-SD card)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ has a larger display and a longer lasting battery than the Tab S8, as well as robust connectivity via Wi-Fi 6 and 5G.
Featuring: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform
Highlights: 12.4” Super AMOLED display · 10,090 mAh battery · FastConnect 6900 Wi-Fi 6/6E support · 12 MP ultra-wide front camera · Up to 256 GB storage (with space for a 1TB micro-SD card)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
Finally, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra has a larger display than its siblings and the longest lasting battery of them all — as well as an optional 16 GBs of RAM and 512 GB of storage.
Featuring: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform
Highlights: 14.6” Super AMOLED display · 11,200 mAh battery · FastConnect 6900 Wi-Fi 6/6E support · 12 MP ultra-wide front camera · Up to 512 GB storage (with space for a 1TB micro-SD card)
Compute
Lenovo ThinkPad X13
Lenovo’s new ThinkPad is the ultimate business travel laptop. Thin, light, and with ample storage space and memory, it’s an essential device for any business professional.
Featuring: Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 Compute Platform
Highlights: 13.3” FHD Screen · 256 GB Storage · Rapid Charge technology with up to 65W AC · 5G and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 Chromebook
This Chromebook is equipped with a detachable keyboard, so it can be used as a laptop or a tablet. It also boots in under 10 seconds, so it’s essential for the user who wants to get right to work or play.
Featuring: Snapdragon 7c Gen 2 Compute Platform
Highlights: 10.1” FHD display · Weighs less than a pound · 64 GB storage
Smartwatches
Tag Heuer Connected Calibre E4
The Tag Heuer Connected Calibre E4 watch combines a sleek, futuristic build with high-tech capabilities, including a touchscreen, biometrics, and guided workouts.
Featuring: Snapdragon Wear 4100+
Highlights: 42mm steel case · All-day battery life · Bluetooth® 5.0 · GPS and accelerometer
Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Light Up
With the Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Light Up Connected Watch, clout meets connectivity. It’s without a doubt one of the world’s most beautiful — and exclusive — connected watches.
Featuring: Snapdragon Wear 4100+
Highlights: 44mm stainless steel case · Exclusive Louis Vuitton built-in watch faces · All-day battery life
Skagen Falster Gen 6
The Skagen Falster Gen 6 is bold but understated — stylish but not flashy — and comes equipped with high-speed charging and a bevy of preloaded apps. Perfect for anyone that wants to keep track of health data, or just needs to set a simple reminder for a meeting.
Featuring: Snapdragon Wear 4100+
Highlights: Bluetooth enabled · All-day battery life · Equipped with Wear OS by Google
Audio
Amazon Music Unlimited
Amazon Music Unlimited offers listeners more than 90 million songs and podcast episodes. On demand and always ad free, you can also download and listen offline with unlimited skips.
ODDICT Twig Pro
The Oddict Twig Pro earbuds feature a modern design, quality materials, and premium sound. Their ergonomic design also provides a secure fit for an enhanced, comfortable listening experience.
Featuring: Snapdragon Sound
Highlights: Perfect fit design · 12mm dual-layer drivers · Dual cVc mics · IPX4 water resistant
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