I’m excited to attend the 2019 Qualcomm Snapdragon Tech Summit again this year; it’s a chance to get an early look at the technology that will drive the next generation of mobile devices. The Summit is just beginning, but its already clear that Qualcomm has a lot to share. As you might expect, 5G and AI are centerstage.
Today is day one of the Summit, and Qualcomm has started off in a big way by unveiled two new 5G Snapdragon Mobile Platforms. The platforms will play a key role as 5G coverage and the devices that can leverage the new blazing fast speeds grows in the next few years. The same holds true with AI. We’ve already gotten a taste of what artificial intelligence can do, but it’s just the beginning. With these new platforms, Qualcomm is making it clear that the future is 5G and AI and that future is now.
Center stage is Qualcomm’s new flagship Snapdragon 865 Mobile Platform. With the most powerful 5G platform yet its arrival means the next generation of flagship devices will have connectivity and performance we could only dream of just a few years ago.
It never ceases to amaze me how something so small can be so powerful.
We will hopefully get a sense of which devices will be the first to leverage this amazing new technology. For now, however, I’m just happy to know that the advancements we’ve seen in recent years aren’t slowing down.
In addition to the Snapdragon 865 Mobile Platform, Qualcomm also announced its new Snapdragon 765/765G.
With its integrated 5G connectivity, advanced AI processing, it will become the foundation of the next phones targeted to mobile power users. Moreover, the inclusion of select Snapdragon Elite Gaming experiences promises to make mobile gamers happy.
This excerpt from Qualcomm’s press release paints an exciting picture of what the future will bring:
Alex Katouzian, senior vice president and general manager, mobile, Qualcomm Technologies, unveiled two new 5G Snapdragon Mobile Platforms to lead and scale 5G and AI in 2020. The flagship Snapdragon 865 Mobile Platform, which includes the Snapdragon X55 5G Modem-RF System, is the world’s most advanced 5G platform, delivering unmatched connectivity and performance for the next generation of flagship devices. The Snapdragon 765/765G brings integrated 5G connectivity, advanced AI processing, and select Snapdragon Elite Gaming experiences. Full platform details will be shared tomorrow.
We can’t wait to see how these new platforms perform and what it will mean for those of us who rely heavily on the pocket computers we previously referred to as phones. We will have more details on the new platforms tomorrow. In the meantime, if you want to share in the news you can watch Qualcomm’s Livestream at 9 am HST each day.
Here are some highlights from today’s press conference told in a series of tweets …
2020 will be the year of scale for 5G – Cristiano Amon, President Qualcomm. #SnapdragonSummit #5g pic.twitter.com/dtOqhi2M2Z
— GEEKSPIN (@geekspinco) December 3, 2019
Hello from @Qualcomm’s #SnapdragonSummit. Last year here in Maui they were talking about the 5G future. Amazing to see how big a difference a year makes! pic.twitter.com/wndmHranoc
— Michael Josh (@michaeljosh) December 3, 2019
. @verizon making strides with 5G; they have 7 5G phones available, and they have the innovation and infrastructure to keep up as the technology progresses with 18 5G cities now and 30 by the end of the year. #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/ywBKo9fIjs
— Judie Lipsett Stanford ? (@geardiary) December 3, 2019
Qualcomm shows us at #SnapdragonSummit which 5G features are coming to which countries in which years – super helpful. pic.twitter.com/5eKEQ7ZNiL
— Sascha 5Gan (@saschasegan) December 3, 2019
#Verizon has several 5G labs focused on different areas including
– LA = gaming
– DC = 1st responders etc.
– NY = media, retail, finance#snapdragonsummit pic.twitter.com/j8FYtsf4dP— Nirave ??? (@nirave) December 3, 2019
Cristiano Amon says by end of 2020, @Qualcomm expects industry to reach 200 million 5G subscribers. By 2025, expect 2.8B 5G connections #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/m9oWUxF8Qe
— Diana Goovaerts (@DiaMariesbeat) December 3, 2019
@cristianoamon declares 2020 will be the year of the super app bringing unprecedented experiences to consumers all thanks to 5G #5GIsHere #snapdragonsummit pic.twitter.com/w866a7x0AW
— andrea hogan (@galwaychic) December 3, 2019
5G will bring on the development of Super Applications with reliable, always connection to the cloud @cristianoamon #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/cJRTMBS4Cg
— Pete Lancia (@petelancia) December 3, 2019
5G and AI are meant to be together to allow better capabilities to consumers all around. Elite gaming, even better cameras, faster speeds … Next year is going to be exciting! #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/3G0854qgOu
— Judie Lipsett Stanford ? (@geardiary) December 3, 2019
Motorola president Sergio Buniac: We are committed to foldable phones and 5G, and will introduce more products in 2020 #SnapdragonSummit
— Jessica Dolcourt (@jdolcourt) December 3, 2019
As promised, @Qualcomm brings #5G to lower tiers with new Snapdragon 765 and 765G platforms, which also feature 4K HDR capture, 5th gen AI engine, gaming features and support for speeds up to 3.7Gbps. #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/thvpmtjWWg
— Diana Goovaerts (@DiaMariesbeat) December 3, 2019
.@motorola president Sergio Buniac shares that Motorola had been profitable for five consecutive quarters. Promises more premium products in 2020. #SnapdragonSummit
— Ross Rubin (@rossrubin) December 3, 2019
Motorola now on stage, talking about plans for 2020. Clearly a very key partner of Qualcomm. #snapdragonsummit pic.twitter.com/xvg1ATAkyJ
— Nirave ??? (@nirave) December 3, 2019
Qualcomm is bringing 5G to midrange smartphones with their new Snapdragon 765 chip. “Some of these features are not even available in our competitors high-end chips.” #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/qGxvhRg6Rx
— Michael Josh (@michaeljosh) December 3, 2019
Behold the #Snapdragon 765 and 765G with integrated #5G! #SnapdragonSummit ? #Pixel4XL #telephoto pic.twitter.com/PvrrIyteFN
— Myriam Joire (@tnkgrl) December 3, 2019
Some new details on the Snapdragon 765:
– 4K HDR video
– integrated X52 5G modem
– supports all major 5G techs
– 5G downloads up to 3.7 Gbps #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/ZqREdMBRSr— Rich Brome (@rbrome) December 3, 2019
The “Beast” as @Qualcomm calls it #Snapdragon865 is here..#SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/5l2Pf2nk8V
— Prakash Sangam @Qualcomm #SnapdragonSummit (@MyTechMusings) December 3, 2019
.@Qualcomm talking about their new Snapdragon modem that could provide download speeds of up to 3.7 gigs per second. #snapdragonsummit pic.twitter.com/xoyu86GdPy
— Greg Nibler (@GregNibler) December 3, 2019
Motorola says that the foldable Razr triggers its return to premium phones, which will include 5G phones going forward. If you’re used to a $300 Motorola phone, just know these these future devices won’t be cheap https://t.co/p0EvnJHOU5 #SnapdragonSummit
— Jessica Dolcourt (@jdolcourt) December 3, 2019
@Qualcomm also announces the new Snapdragon 865 for the highest premium phones – 8k video, over 1 billion colors, new AI engine…more details to come. First phones in 1H 2020. #SnapdragonSummit. pic.twitter.com/hKIqLxaE29
— Jim McGregor (@TekStrategist) December 3, 2019
Motorola says it will have the “fastest” 5G phone coming up, with speeds exceeding 5Gbps downloads. Phones coming in 2020 based on Snapdragon 865 and 765 from them. #snapdragonsummit
— Sascha 5Gan (@saschasegan) December 3, 2019
The @Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, which will power next year’s flagship Android phones, is here! #SnapdragonSummit @DigitalTrends pic.twitter.com/vEyG4i216f
— Christian de Looper (@CdeLooper) December 3, 2019
Can you guess how many Qualcomm-powered @Xiaomi phones there are? 427 million! ? The upcoming Xiaomi Mi10 will be one of the first 865 mobile platform phones … And it will have a ridiculously high-resolution 108MP camera. ? #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/KSxtR1qDW3
— Judie Lipsett Stanford ? (@geardiary) December 3, 2019
Now our smartphones will be able to take 108 MP photos with the new @Xiaomi. Mind blowing to see the demo. This will be in many devices with the Snapdragon 865 platform. Bye bye DSLR? #5G #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/GRARMbP9J2
— Daniel Newman (@danielnewmanUV) December 3, 2019
.@Xiaomi pre-announces a dual foldable phone prototype that will be shown off in January here at #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/4acfrQ0Llf
— Anshel Sag (@anshelsag) December 3, 2019
Here’s another look at @Xiaomi’s wrap around display smartphone the Mi Mix Alpha! #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/vEmQEg5GhE
— Michael Josh (@michaeljosh) December 3, 2019
Nokia’s approach to 5G is to address coverage and use cases for consumers. To do that, here’s where Nokia is concentrating their efforts. #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/Xqp5Zg9QaZ
— HardwareZone (@hardwarezone) December 3, 2019
Lots of partners on stage confirming that they will be using new Snapdragon 865 or 765 hardware – Nokia, Oppo, Xiaomi. All appearing in 2020 #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/kkJakzQZLu
— Chris Hall (@christhall) December 3, 2019
Nokia teasing a new Snapdragon 765 device at #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/T9Uy1q95Zf
— Nicolas La Rocco (@roccetry) December 3, 2019
Could this be Nokia’s first 5G smartphone? The company says it’s focusing on delivering an affordable 5G experience via Snapdragon 765. #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/wYNoVqcd9k
— Michael Josh (@michaeljosh) December 3, 2019
And here are all the elements that @Qualcomm is integrating into their new #5G modules. That’s a lot of capabilities (and cuts out a lot of potential competitors). #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/SCriXItoJw
— Bob O’Donnell (@bobodtech) December 3, 2019
Qualcomm is describing 5G phone-oriented experiences to enhance attending live concerts. (Multiple camera angles, etc) But the last concert I was at, they had a sign that said something like “put down your phones and be here with us.” #SnapdragonSummit
— Sascha 5Gan (@saschasegan) December 3, 2019
As a long-time critic of in-display fingerprint readers, I’m eager to try this new version with a 17x (!) larger sensing area. That removes a huge pain point. https://t.co/f0ZBjch1bH #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/K98gfN2ckr
— Rich Brome (@rbrome) December 3, 2019
. @steveaoki explaining why he cakes people at his shows: engagement and unique experiences. No cakes today, though! ? He’s all for AI augmented experiences and merging science with entertainment to take his listeners into the future. #SnapdragonSummit pic.twitter.com/tVHOnchb9P
— Judie Lipsett Stanford ? (@geardiary) December 3, 2019
Disclosure: I am at the Snapdragon Tech Summit as Qualcomm’s guest; they paid for my travel, room, and meals, but there were no conditions or expectations made regarding what I chose to write about regarding my experience.
