Qualcomm to acquire Autotalks
Qualcomm has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Autotalks, a fabless semiconductor company dedicated to vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communications. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions......»»
The Nothing Phone (2) might end up powered by last year’s tech
According to a recent post by a Qualcomm exec, it has been heavily suggested that the Nothing Phone (2) might be powered by a chipset launched in 2022. The post The Nothing Phone (2) might end up powered by last year’s tech first appeared on Phandr.....»»
Akamai acquires Ondat to strengthen its cloud computing offerings
Akamai Technologies reached a definitive agreement to acquire Ondat, a cloud-based storage technology provider with a Kubernetes-native platform for running stateful applications anywhere at scale. Ondat’s technology delivers persistent storage.....»»
HPE acquires Axis Security to expand its edge-to-cloud security capabilities
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) revealed that it entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Axis Security, a cloud security provider. This acquisition will allow HPE to expand its edge-to-cloud security capabilities by offering a unified Secure.....»»
Forget eSIMs, iSIMs could be the next big thing
Qualcomm has announced that they will be launching a new standard of SIM called iSIM that could potentially become the new standard. The post Forget eSIMs, iSIMs could be the next big thing first appeared on Phandroid. SIM cards have evolve.....»»
Qualcomm wants to replace eSIMs with iSIMs, has the first certified SoC
SIMs were plastic cards, then motherboard chips, and soon will just be in the SoC. Enlarge (credit: Qualcomm) Here's an interesting bit of news out of Mobile World Congress: Qualcomm says the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 has been.....»»
Qualcomm advances fast in automotive chips solutions
Qualcomm is making fast advancements in automotive chips solutions, which is increasingly hard for arch competitor MediaTek to catch up. At the just-concluded MWC 2023, the US chipmaker unveiled its new Auto 5G Modem-RF Gen 2 as the latest addition t.....»»
Infineon to acquire GaN Systems
Germany-based Infineon Technologies announced on March 2, 2023 its plan to acquire Canada-based GaN Systems. According to a joint press release, the two have signed a definitive agreement under which Infineon will acquire GaN Systems for US$830 milli.....»»
Qualcomm, MediaTek heat up competition in Wi-Fi 7 and satellite communications
At MWC 2023, Qualcomm and MediaTek have seen direct confrontations between their product lines for almost all applications, such as 5G-related communication technologies, AIoT solutions for multi-application scenarios, and particularly Wi-Fi 7 and sa.....»»
Qualcomm to remain sole modem chip supplier for iPhone in 2023
Qualcomm reportedly will remain the sole supplier of modem chips for Apple's iPhones this year. However, in a recent interview, Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said he expects Apple's in-house 5G modem would be ready in 2024......»»
Apple modem expected in iPhone 16, says Qualcomm CEO
As Apple continues its transition to its own silicon, we’re expecting an Apple modem chip to replace Qualcomm ones in future iPhones – and it appears that might be happening with the iPhone 16. Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon indicated that Apple ha.....»»
Why Qualcomm taking away your SIM card might be a bad idea
Qualcomm is adding new iSIM tech to its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, but may run into the same problems as eSIM......»»
Thales and Qualcomm join forces to launch GSMA certified iSIM
Thales and Qualcomm Technologies have announced the certification of the commercially deployable iSIM (Integrated SIM) on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform, enabling the functionality of a SIM within a smartphone’s main processor. Such GSMA’.....»»
Qualcomm"s M2-beating chip probably won"t arrive until after M3 drops
After missing a commitment to trounce Apple in 2022, it will also miss its 2023 promise, as Qualcomm is now promising its Apple Silicon-beating processors will ship in 2024.Speaking at Mobile World Congress, Qualcomm CEO and President Cristiano Amon.....»»
Report: Apple has two hurdles to overcome before flagship iPhones can ditch Qualcomm 5G modems
While Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts that the iPhone SE 4 will be the first iPhone with Apple’s own in-house modem, it’s unclear when the company’s flagship devices will make the switch. Currently, Apple relies on Qualcomm for the 5G mode.....»»
Apple"s 5G modem is going to debut sooner than expected, says Qualcomm CEO
The 2023 iPhone 15 will be the last model with a Qualcomm 5G chip, if the modem supplier's CEO is right.Apple has long been working on making its own 5G modem chipset to replace the ones it buys from Qualcomm. While there have been many rumors of whe.....»»
Teenage girls acquire the ability to electrocute in The Power trailer
In the first trailer for Prime Video's The Power, all teenage girls suddenly develop the ability to electrocute people......»»
Qualcomm Demonstrates Stable Diffusion on an Android Phone
recently showcased the world's first demonstration of Stable Diffusion on an Android device, a feat unheard of, at least until now. The post Qualcomm Demonstrates Stable Diffusion on an Android Phone first appeared on Phandroid. Qualcomm&rs.....»»
Qualcomm, MediaTek to show off latest AIoT, communication and Wi-Fi chips at MWC
Qualcomm and MediaTek will compete to show off their latest IC technologies and SoC solutions for AIoT, satellite communications and Wi-Fi applications, and handset chips at the upcoming Mobile World Congress (MWC), according to industry sources......»»
Amazon closes $3.9 billion deal to acquire One Medical
Amazon closed its acquisition of health care provider One Medical and its parent in a $3.9 billion deal on Wednesday, hours after the Federal Trade Commission said it would not challenge the purchase but that regulators were still investigating poten.....»»
Qualcomm’s next-gen flagship chipset could arrive earlier than expected
According to the latest rumors, it has been suggested that Qualcomm’s next-gen flagship chipset could be revealed earlier than expected. The post Qualcomm’s next-gen flagship chipset could arrive earlier than expected first appeared on Phandroid......»»