Qualcomm is a mobile technology and processor manufacturer best known in the Android world for its vast lineup of "Snapdragon" system-on-a-chip components used primarily in smartphones and tablets. Snapdragon processors have gained popularity for having a wide range of different prices and power levels for devices of all price points, while in any case being extremely efficient with mobile data traffic because of Qualcomm's involvement in the development of 3G and 4G standards.
Though processor production may be its bread and butter as smartphone adoption has taken off, Qualcomm is also known for pushing technologies in various other areas. Qualcomm has been one of the leading developers of 3G and 4G networks since their first emerging popularity, partnering tightly with carriers around the world and holding various important patents on 3G and 4G networking. Patent licensing to other companies for mobile device processors remains a large portion of Qualcomm's business.
It has also developed a lesser-known display technology called Mirasol, which bridges the gap between efficient but black and white e-ink displays and colorful but power-hungry LCD and AMOLED displays. Mirasol has primarily lived as a technology demonstration, but in late 2013 Qualcomm also released its Toq smartwatch as an example of the display tech in real-world use.
Qualcomm has been a player in the mobile space in one way or another since the early days, and with its continued development of mobile-focused technology it is sure to be at the front of everyone's minds going forward.
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Qualcomm reports $10.2B in FY Q4 revenue thanks to strong headset sales, automotive push
Earnings Qualcomm's yearly revenue has increased by 9%, closing in on $40 billion.
Arm is giving Qualcomm the wake-up call it needs
All that and a bag of chips Qualcomm and Arm will surely settle but Arm is going to play hardball.
Arm is pulling the plug on Qualcomm's chip design license
a major blow Arm's unexpected move is a major blow to Qualcomm.
Qualcomm has intense AI plans for your next car with Cockpit Elite, and not just self-driving tech
Qualcomm Summit 2024 Cockpit Elite's Oryon CPU, 12X-boosted NPU, and ray-tracing graphics bring flagship mobile specs to "software-defined vehicles."
Snapdragon 8 Elite offers a dramatic power boost for 2025 flagship Android phones
Flagship power Qualcomm's new 3nm chip offers "Elite" performance growth over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
Qualcomm confirms 'targeted' zero-day chip exploit in numerous Android phones
Cause for concern Qualcomm confirmed that a zero-day exploit affected its chips, but the problem was seemingly "targeted."
New Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 leak reveals specs ahead of launch
Shine a light A recent leak illuminated all that Qualcomm might have in store for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 ahead of its launch.
The Galaxy S25 could suffer from higher prices thanks to Qualcomm and MediaTek
Take caution Rumors have supposedly detailed the potential price hike for Qualcomm's next flagship SoC.
It's time for a new wave of Chromebooks
Beyond the Alphabet Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite chips have been available on Windows laptops for a few months, but we're wondering whether Chromebooks will be able to join in the fun.
Qualcomm is chasing Google when it comes to AI and your battery will be the victim
Dead by sundown When phone makers want everything to be thin and chipmakers want even more power you're left buying a battery pack.
Later Exynos — Samsung rumored to drop its SoC for Qualcomm for the Galaxy S25
Looking for change A report claimed Samsung is dropping its Exynos chip from the Galaxy S25 series in favor of Qualcomm's next Snapdragon.
Leak shows Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 could have two versions with Oryon CPUs
New Pro Chipset Qualcomm has already confirmed that its next flagship chip will feature an Oryon CPU, and a new leak affirms the same.
AI is coming to more budget phones thanks to Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
AI on a budget The Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 will pack generative AI, better mobile gaming, and camera upgrades into budget phones.
Qualcomm FY Q3 earnings underscore excitement over new Snapdragon AI chips
AI AI AI Qualcomm reported its FY Q3 earnings on Wednesday with impressive gains in headset revenue and significant automotive growth.
Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 aims to make 5G accessible to budget Android phones
5G for budget Qualcomm has a new chipset in store, which aims to bring Gigabit 5G connectivity to cheaper Android phones.
Qualcomm wants to make Android updates easier for OEMs
Breathe easy Qualcomm confirmed that it plans to make updating Android phones easier for OEMs through several optimizations.
Qualcomm admits the ‘new’ Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 is really from 2021, and that’s a problem
Big mistake? Qualcomm is dominating the market for high-end silicon, but it seems to be forgetting about the low end — and it could be costly.
Qualcomm aptX is everywhere, but what exactly is it?
AptX explained Reading our site, you've seen articles about Snapdragon Sound, Qualcomm smartphone chipsets, and aptX. In case you're still wondering what all of that means, we're going to break it down for you.
