Qualcomm just squashed its own desktop ambitions
Just days after the first orders started arriving, Qualcomm abruptly canceled its mini PC with a Snapdragon X Elite chip inside......»»
Intel is offering extended warranties for crashing 13th- and 14th-gen desktop CPUs
Intel's microcode fix won't help CPUs that are already damaged. Enlarge / Even mainstream CPUs like the Core i5-13400 could theoretically be affected by Intel's crashing issues. (credit: Andrew Cunningham) Intel will be.....»»
What is aptX? Cutting through the clutter of Qualcomm’s Bluetooth codecs
The world of Bluetooth codecs can be a swamp of confusing technical jargon, especially when it comes to Qualcomm's aptX family. Here's what you need to know......»»
Snapdragon X PCs may get even more enticing next year
Qualcomm has announced that its Snapdragon X chips will be coming to more affordable PCs next year, with prices as low as $700......»»
Microsoft strips ads from Skype in a move toward “user-centric design”
Update also improves AI image features, adds OneAuth support on iOS. Enlarge / A marketing image by Microsoft for the desktop version of Skype. (credit: Microsoft) If you've used Microsoft's Skype in recent years, you've.....»»
Qualcomm’s Newest Snapdragon 4 Series Chip is Now Official
We're bound to see it in action later this year. The post Qualcomm’s Newest Snapdragon 4 Series Chip is Now Official appeared first on Phandroid. While Qualcomm is usually known for its premium mobile chips like the Snapdrago.....»»
Google’s Circle to Search is coming to the desktop
Good news, if you wanted to try Google’s Circle to Search but on your computer, it looks like the feature is coming to the desktop. The post Google’s Circle to Search is coming to the desktop appeared first on Phandroid. Google Lens is.....»»
Entry-level Qualcomm Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 chipset announced
Qualcomm has announced its latest entry-level chipset, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4s Gen 2, which should make 5G phones cheaper. The post Entry-level Qualcomm Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 chipset announced appeared first on Phandroid. There is a lot o.....»»
Qualcomm’s new smartphone chip will make cheap 5G phones better than ever
Qualcomm just announced a new smartphone chip. It's called the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2, and it should make 5G phones more accessible than ever before......»»
I tested both versions of the XPS 13, and there’s only one you should buy
The Dell XPS 9340 (Intel) and XPS 13 9345 (Qualcomm) are identical on the outside. Inside, they have different chipsets and performance, but equal battery life......»»
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 could focus more on GPU performance
Qualcomm is expected to launch the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 later this year, but apparently its focus will be on GPU performance. The post Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 could focus more on GPU performance appeared first on Phandroid. Qualcomm has.....»»
AMD laptops just beat Qualcomm in their most important test
AMD and Asus are finally showing that an x86 CPU has what it takes to compete with the Snapdragon X Elite......»»
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x vs. Apple MacBook Air M3
The Apple MacBook Air M3 has reigned supreme as the most efficient 13-inch laptop. Can the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x leverage Qualcomm and Windows on Arm for a win?.....»»
AMD delays Ryzen 9000 launch to August “out of an abundance of caution”
More rigorous testing and screening have reportedly corrected the problem. Enlarge (credit: AMD) AMD had planned to launch its first round of Ryzen 9000-series desktop processors by the end of July, but those plans have.....»»
Kuo: Apple set to replace Qualcomm with in-house 5G chips in two 2025 iPhones
Apple has been working on its own cellular modems for years, with little to show for it. But according to Ming-Chi Kuo, it seems the company is finally ready to move its 5G chips in-house in 2025. more….....»»
Apple has reportedly dropped Qualcomm modems on two 2025 iPhones
After reportedly committing to using 5G iPhone modems from Qualcomm until 2027, Apple is now said to be ready to deliver its own alternative two years early.A Qualcomm 5G modemApple's desire to use its own 5G modems instead of Qualcomm's has been beh.....»»
Porsche waters down EV ambitions, says transition will take "years"
German automaker is latest to warn that goals set in recent years for future EV sales were too ambitious as customers remain reticent to make the switch away from gasoline-powered cars......»»
The MediaTek Dimensity 8400 is putting Qualcomm on notice
Alleged benchmarks of the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 suggests that the chipset is on par with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. The post The MediaTek Dimensity 8400 is putting Qualcomm on notice appeared first on Phandroid. Qualcomm is typical.....»»
Dell XPS 13 (9345) review: Is this Copilot+ variant a winner?
The Dell XPS 13 (9345) swaps out Intel for Qualcomm in a laptop that's otherwise unchanged. Does that make it a better laptop?.....»»
Intel’s CPU instability woes even extend to laptops
After facing instability issues with their Core i9 desktop CPUs, Intel is now facing similar problems with with Raptor Lake mobile counterparts......»»
Best Dell Prime Day deals still available: XPS, G15, student laptops
Whether you're thinking about buying a new desktop PC, laptop, or monitor, you wouldn't want to miss the potential savings from these Dell Prime Day deals......»»