Futurum analyst Todd R. Weiss looks at the wide range of AI initiatives and critical research being explored inside the formerly quiet Qualcomm AI Research group at Qualcomm, all with a view toward making AI ubiquitous and powering a connected world.
Qualcomm Sharpens Robotics and Edge-AI Proposition with 5G and AI Playing Prominent Roles
Futurum’s Ron Westfall assesses why Qualcomm’s new Qualcomm Robotics RB6 Platform and RB5 AMR Reference Design provide the technological foundation and building blocks to power innovation throughout industries that are planning to optimize robotics through emerging 5G and AI capabilities distributed across the connected intelligent edge.
Qualcomm’s New Wi-Fi 7 Networking Pro Series Ushers in the Wi-Fi 7 Era
Futurum’s Ron Westfall examines why Qualcomm’s third-generation Networking Pro Series provides the technical innovations, coupled with its ecosystem-wide influence across OEMs and the key market segments, provide the essential drivers needed to kick-start the advent of the Wi-Fi 7 era.
Qualcomm Earnings Deliver Above Expectations in Q2 as Diverse Strategy Pays Off
The News: Qualcomm reported second quarter earnings recently after the bell, beating Wall Street expectations for sales and earnings, and driving the stock up over 4% in extended trading. Here’s how Qualcomm did versus Refinitiv consensus expectations: EPS: $3.21, adjusted, versus $2.91 expected, up 69% year-over-year Revenue: $11.16 billion, adjusted, versus $10.60 billion expected, up 41% year-over-year CT (chip sales): …
Qualcomm Powers Five Key Inventions Across Newly Completed 5G NR Release 17
Qualcomm contributes five key inventions, consisting of mmWave expansion, NR-Light, device enhancements, non-terrestrial networks, and topology expansion, to advance 5G ecosystem adoption of the recently completed 3GGP Release 17 specification. Futurum’s Ron Westfall examines why the five inventions strengthen emerging 5G use cases, such as dedicated private networks, wearables, industrial sensors, video surveillance, global asset tracking, satellite communications, and public safety, and reinforces Qualcomm’s reputation for consistently delivering 5G ecosystem-wide innovation.
Qualcomm Launches $100 Million Snapdragon Metaverse Fund Designed to be a Launchpad for XR Developers and Spur Innovation
Futurum analyst Michael Diamond discusses Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon Metaverse Fund that is designed to find best-of-breed developers creating rich content for extended reality in the future and spur innovation in the metaverse space.
Qualcomm, BMW, and Arriver Announce Partnership on Advanced Driving Systems
Futurum’s principal analyst Daniel Newman discusses the expanded partnership between Qualcomm, BMW, and Arriver, focusing on how this partnership will help Qualcomm further its automotive strategy and ambitions.
MWC 2022: Qualcomm and the Metaverse
Futurum analyst Michael Diamond covers Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon’s announcement in his MWC 2022 keynote of a partnership with ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, coupled with insight on his vision on how the firm’s Snapdragon chips and Spaces XR Developer Platform will play a key role the global Metaverse market in the future.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Tapped to Power Samsung’s Newest Devices
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform has been tapped to power Samsung’s newest lineup of flagship devices including the Galaxy S22 smart phone in select regions and the Galaxy Tab S8 series globally. Futurum’s principal analyst Daniel Newman breaks down the latest announcement including what can be expected from these ultra-fast devices.
Qualcomm and Ferrari Enter Strategic Collaboration
Qualcomm and Ferrari announced a strategic technology collaboration that will take the automotive manufacturer into the next phase of its digital transformation. Futurum’s principal analyst Daniel Newman breaks down the details of the deal and how this partnership continues to drive Qualcomm’s automotive strategy forward.