Windows 10: Announcing the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform

Brink · Sep 3, 2020

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced at Internationale Funkausstellung (IFA) Berlin the QualcommÂ® Snapdragonâ¢ 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform, the companyâs most advanced and efficient compute platform. Users will benefit from superior performance and multi-day battery life*, 5G connectivity, enterprise-grade security and AI acceleration, as well as advanced camera and audio technology. These features will enable and support the digital transformation and mobility needs for remote productivity and learning experiences. The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 is designed to enable industry leading 5G PC experiences and build on the innovative first-generation Snapdragon 8cx 5G compute platform, which powered the Worldâs First 5G PC.

âWorking remotely is the new reality, and more businesses are looking to quickly and securely connect their employee base, accelerating the need for always on, always connected PCs that are thin, light and truly mobile, equipped with blazing fast 5G cellular and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, and coupled with multi-day battery-life to boost productivity,â said Miguel Nunes, Senior Director, Product Management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. âWe are excited to expand our customer reach with Acer, to continue bringing the best of the Smartphone to the PC. Together, we will deliver cutting-edge devices and experiences to consumers and businesses, enabling them to connect, create and collaborate anytime from virtually anywhere.â

âAcer and Qualcomm understand the importance of fast, reliable, high-performance computing power and 5G connectivity for transforming how users work and learn,â said James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, IT Products Business, Acer. âWeâre excited to partner with Qualcomm and launch our first-ever Windows on Snapdragon PC, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform. This collaboration will expand the possibilities of how users experience their PCs, offering high speeds and multi-day battery life in a sleek, fanless design.â

The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform will transform the PC user experience with high-speed connectivity, enhanced audio and camera technology, AI acceleration, and enterprise-grade security features. With more performance and higher efficiency compared to the previous generation, the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform is setting a new standard for consumer, small business, and enterprise PCs.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G Compute Platform

Performance and Power

The evolution of the Snapdragon 8cx platform brings advanced power and performance to personal computer users. The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G delivers over 50% greater system-wide performance and battery life versus competing solutions**, so end users may enjoy a device that can keep up with them. Snapdragon compute platforms enable multi-day battery life in a device that is always on and always connected***. With Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G, users will not have to sacrifice performance or longevity for connectivity or security.

Connectivity

The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G is the second compute platform from Qualcomm Technologies to offer 5G connectivity through both Sub-6 GHz and 5G mmWave, enabling blazing fast, multi-gigabit speed and stability for end users. Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G also supports Wi-Fi 6. Devices utilizing this Gen 2 compute platform will offer users the leading connectivity critical to work from virtually anywhere and help alleviate home networks congested by multiple connected devices.

Audio & Camera

Users expect quality audio and camera experiences in their premium PC, to enhance remote work and remote learning experiences. The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform supports a clear audio experience by utilizing Qualcomm Aqsticâ¢ echo cancellation and noise suppression (ECNS) technology to intelligently focus on the sounds coming from the PC and the userâs environment.

Devices powered by the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform can also utilize high-resolution camera modules. Equipped with a Qualcomm Spectraâ¢ ISP that enables mobile camera technology, with up to 4K HDR and support for up to 32 MP camera, Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G offers cutting-edge video conferencing and live streaming capabilities.

Devices powered by Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G also support dual 4K displays through a single Type C cable to a dock, enabling maximum flexibility and productivity.

AI

Utilizing the QualcommÂ® AI Engine, the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform will support AI accelerated experiences on the PC and deliver breakthrough AI performance with extreme power efficiency. Users can experience stronger video conferencing interactions through tools such as accelerated eye contact and expressive avatars. The platformâs efficient AI processing also enables developers to innovate across the Windows ecosystem.

Security

Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G will drive a new standard of security and manageability for enterprises, small businesses, and education. Snapdragon-powered always on, always connected PCs provide IT administrators visibility to manage on-prem functionality and security from virtually anywhere. Lastly, the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G supports Microsoft Secured Core PC and Windows Hypervisor.

The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform is expected to be in commercial devices in late 2020. Learn more about the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform here.

*Battery life varies significantly based on devices, settings, usage, and other factors.
** Performance and power tests were conducted by Qualcomm Technologies on Qualcomm Technologies reference platforms and commercial competitive devices.
***Always connected PCs require network connection.
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Source: Qualcomm Drives 5G PC Ecosystem Expansion with Next Generation Compute Platform, Powering New 2-in-1 Laptops from OEMs Including Acer in 2020 | Qualcomm

Read more: https://www.qualcomm.com/media/docum...duct-brief.pdf

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Brink · Sep 4, 2020

Announcing the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced at Internationale Funkausstellung (IFA) Berlin the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform, the company’s most advanced and efficient compute platform. Users will benefit from superior performance and multi-day battery life*, 5G connectivity, enterprise-grade security and AI acceleration, as well as advanced camera and audio technology. These features will enable and support the digital transformation and mobility needs for remote productivity and learning experiences. The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 is designed to enable industry leading 5G PC experiences and build on the innovative first-generation Snapdragon 8cx 5G compute platform, which powered the World’s First 5G PC.

“Working remotely is the new reality, and more businesses are looking to quickly and securely connect their employee base, accelerating the need for always on, always connected PCs that are thin, light and truly mobile, equipped with blazing fast 5G cellular and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, and coupled with multi-day battery-life to boost productivity,” said Miguel Nunes, Senior Director, Product Management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “We are excited to expand our customer reach with Acer, to continue bringing the best of the Smartphone to the PC. Together, we will deliver cutting-edge devices and experiences to consumers and businesses, enabling them to connect, create and collaborate anytime from virtually anywhere.”

“Acer and Qualcomm understand the importance of fast, reliable, high-performance computing power and 5G connectivity for transforming how users work and learn,” said James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, IT Products Business, Acer. “We’re excited to partner with Qualcomm and launch our first-ever Windows on Snapdragon PC, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform. This collaboration will expand the possibilities of how users experience their PCs, offering high speeds and multi-day battery life in a sleek, fanless design.”

The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform will transform the PC user experience with high-speed connectivity, enhanced audio and camera technology, AI acceleration, and enterprise-grade security features. With more performance and higher efficiency compared to the previous generation, the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform is setting a new standard for consumer, small business, and enterprise PCs.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G Compute Platform

Performance and Power

The evolution of the Snapdragon 8cx platform brings advanced power and performance to personal computer users. The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G delivers over 50% greater system-wide performance and battery life versus competing solutions**, so end users may enjoy a device that can keep up with them. Snapdragon compute platforms enable multi-day battery life in a device that is always on and always connected***. With Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G, users will not have to sacrifice performance or longevity for connectivity or security.

Connectivity

The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G is the second compute platform from Qualcomm Technologies to offer 5G connectivity through both Sub-6 GHz and 5G mmWave, enabling blazing fast, multi-gigabit speed and stability for end users. Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G also supports Wi-Fi 6. Devices utilizing this Gen 2 compute platform will offer users the leading connectivity critical to work from virtually anywhere and help alleviate home networks congested by multiple connected devices.

Audio & Camera

Users expect quality audio and camera experiences in their premium PC, to enhance remote work and remote learning experiences. The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform supports a clear audio experience by utilizing Qualcomm Aqstic™ echo cancellation and noise suppression (ECNS) technology to intelligently focus on the sounds coming from the PC and the user’s environment.

Devices powered by the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform can also utilize high-resolution camera modules. Equipped with a Qualcomm Spectra™ ISP that enables mobile camera technology, with up to 4K HDR and support for up to 32 MP camera, Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G offers cutting-edge video conferencing and live streaming capabilities.

Devices powered by Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G also support dual 4K displays through a single Type C cable to a dock, enabling maximum flexibility and productivity.

AI

Utilizing the Qualcomm® AI Engine, the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform will support AI accelerated experiences on the PC and deliver breakthrough AI performance with extreme power efficiency. Users can experience stronger video conferencing interactions through tools such as accelerated eye contact and expressive avatars. The platform’s efficient AI processing also enables developers to innovate across the Windows ecosystem.

Security

Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G will drive a new standard of security and manageability for enterprises, small businesses, and education. Snapdragon-powered always on, always connected PCs provide IT administrators visibility to manage on-prem functionality and security from virtually anywhere. Lastly, the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G supports Microsoft Secured Core PC and Windows Hypervisor.

The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform is expected to be in commercial devices in late 2020. Learn more about the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform here.

*Battery life varies significantly based on devices, settings, usage, and other factors.
** Performance and power tests were conducted by Qualcomm Technologies on Qualcomm Technologies reference platforms and commercial competitive devices.
***Always connected PCs require network connection.
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Source: Qualcomm Drives 5G PC Ecosystem Expansion with Next Generation Compute Platform, Powering New 2-in-1 Laptops from OEMs Including Acer in 2020 | Qualcomm

Read more: https://www.qualcomm.com/media/docum...duct-brief.pdf

Brink · Sep 4, 2020

Qualcomm announces new Snapdragon 8cx 5G PC platform at MWC19

It’s official — 5G is here. Qualcomm ushered in this next generation of connectivity by applying 30 years of mobile leadership. 5G is the culmination of years of investment — intensive R&D, standards development, prototyping, interop testing, and product development — and the excitement is evident at MWC19 Barcelona. Multiple flagship 5G phones and devices are now debuting, 5G networks and infrastructure are rolling out, and as a result of this massive industry effort, 5G-enabled experiences will soon be in our hands. Years in the making, this is truly a moment to celebrate.

From inventing the once-thought-impossible technologies needed for 5G to helping create the 3GPP 5G NR specifications that pave the way to global standardization, our team has worked tirelessly and, despite a challenging year, helped make the 5G launch a reality. We were even able to accelerate the release by a year. We’re thrilled to see it all come to life, and we can’t wait for everyone to experience 5G.

Over the last few days, several 5G devices powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Mobile Platform and Qualcomm Snapdragon X50 5G Modem were announced. I congratulate our customers on these flagship 5G-enabled devices: the LG V50, Samsung Galaxy S10 5G, Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 5G, and ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G. With these smartphones, along with the previously announced Motorola z3 with 5G moto mod and those on the horizon from nubia, OnePlus, OPPO, Sony, and Vivo, the Android ecosystem will be populated with a range of 5G flagship devices in 2019. Our infrastructure ecosystem and operators from around the world are also here in full force, truly making MWC a 5G moment.

5G is purpose-built to deliver multi-gigabit speeds and ultra-low latency, as well as extreme reliability, scalability, and capacity. But even better are the user experiences these technological advancements are unlocking on smartphones — real-time video collaboration, multi-player AR gaming, and near-instant access to cloud services will be the new reality in our 5G world.

Just think about the impact on the apps we use every day. Our simulation shows 5G technology enables up to 10X improvement in download speeds and up to 20X improvement in browsing latency. And as mobile video streaming continues to climb in popularity, 5G will significantly boost this performance too; we can expect streaming 4K videos and higher resolution with 5G versus 1080p with 4G LTE*. As a result, nearly every part of our lives — from the way we shop to how we socialize, communicate, and collaborate online — is destined to be faster, smarter, and more reliable.

These 5G benefits extend to categories and devices beyond smartphones, as well. This includes mobile hotspots like those from HTC, Inseego, and NETGEAR. Fixed wireless access 5G hardware from NetComm and others will bring more choices for fixed broadband. Plus, a new generation of wireless modules from companies like Quectel, Sierra Wireless, and Telit will let inventors build 5G connectivity into all sorts of consumer, enterprise, and industrial applications. And speaking of industrial IoT, today we’ve also announced an ongoing research collaboration on 5G NR with Bosch.

There’s also our new Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 5G Modem, our second-generation 5G modem, which is designed to enable the next wave of 5G devices coming by the end of this year. Additionally, we announced the world’s first mobile platform with integrated 5G, further reinforcing our role in providing the global mobile ecosystem with the flexibility and scalability needed for broad and fast 5G adoption. These 5G offerings include Qualcomm 5G PowerSave technology to enable smartphones with the battery life users expect today — comparable to that of current 4G LTE devices. For computing, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx 5G Compute Platform will enable the first generation of commercial 5G Always On, Always Connected PCs — making it possible for PC makers to deliver the power and performance of a premium thin and light PC, while offering amazing battery life and transformative 5G experiences to the modern workplace. For the auto industry, the newly announced Qualcomm Snapdragon Automotive 4G Platform and the Qualcomm Snapdragon Automotive 5G Platform are designed to provide unmatched support for rich in-vehicle experiences and both vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-roadside infrastructure (V2I) communication, all aimed at enhancing the driving experience.

At Qualcomm, we invent to transform how the world connects, computes, and communicates. 5G is an evolution of all three, unlocking the next generation of technological progress. We promised 5G in 2019, and we delivered — now we can all tap into it to navigate the world and create new technologies and experiences. And as with every new connectivity standard, the biggest payoffs of 5G will be the applications and breakthroughs we can’t even conceive of yet.

It’s a moment for celebration, not just for our team of engineers and inventors, but also for the entire mobile industry. We’re on the verge of a new leap in technological breakthroughs, as I expect 5G will remove barriers to invention and usher in a new age of rapid innovation: Welcome to 5G, and welcome to the Invention Age.
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Source:

https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq/20...time-celebrate

https://www.qualcomm.com/news/releas...5g-pc-platform

Brink · Sep 4, 2020

Qualcomm announces new Snapdragon 8cx 5G PC platform at MWC19

It’s official — 5G is here. Qualcomm ushered in this next generation of connectivity by applying 30 years of mobile leadership. 5G is the culmination of years of investment — intensive R&D, standards development, prototyping, interop testing, and product development — and the excitement is evident at MWC19 Barcelona. Multiple flagship 5G phones and devices are now debuting, 5G networks and infrastructure are rolling out, and as a result of this massive industry effort, 5G-enabled experiences will soon be in our hands. Years in the making, this is truly a moment to celebrate.

From inventing the once-thought-impossible technologies needed for 5G to helping create the 3GPP 5G NR specifications that pave the way to global standardization, our team has worked tirelessly and, despite a challenging year, helped make the 5G launch a reality. We were even able to accelerate the release by a year. We’re thrilled to see it all come to life, and we can’t wait for everyone to experience 5G.

Over the last few days, several 5G devices powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Mobile Platform and Qualcomm Snapdragon X50 5G Modem were announced. I congratulate our customers on these flagship 5G-enabled devices: the LG V50, Samsung Galaxy S10 5G, Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 5G, and ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G. With these smartphones, along with the previously announced Motorola z3 with 5G moto mod and those on the horizon from nubia, OnePlus, OPPO, Sony, and Vivo, the Android ecosystem will be populated with a range of 5G flagship devices in 2019. Our infrastructure ecosystem and operators from around the world are also here in full force, truly making MWC a 5G moment.

5G is purpose-built to deliver multi-gigabit speeds and ultra-low latency, as well as extreme reliability, scalability, and capacity. But even better are the user experiences these technological advancements are unlocking on smartphones — real-time video collaboration, multi-player AR gaming, and near-instant access to cloud services will be the new reality in our 5G world.

Just think about the impact on the apps we use every day. Our simulation shows 5G technology enables up to 10X improvement in download speeds and up to 20X improvement in browsing latency. And as mobile video streaming continues to climb in popularity, 5G will significantly boost this performance too; we can expect streaming 4K videos and higher resolution with 5G versus 1080p with 4G LTE*. As a result, nearly every part of our lives — from the way we shop to how we socialize, communicate, and collaborate online — is destined to be faster, smarter, and more reliable.

These 5G benefits extend to categories and devices beyond smartphones, as well. This includes mobile hotspots like those from HTC, Inseego, and NETGEAR. Fixed wireless access 5G hardware from NetComm and others will bring more choices for fixed broadband. Plus, a new generation of wireless modules from companies like Quectel, Sierra Wireless, and Telit will let inventors build 5G connectivity into all sorts of consumer, enterprise, and industrial applications. And speaking of industrial IoT, today we’ve also announced an ongoing research collaboration on 5G NR with Bosch.

There’s also our new Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 5G Modem, our second-generation 5G modem, which is designed to enable the next wave of 5G devices coming by the end of this year. Additionally, we announced the world’s first mobile platform with integrated 5G, further reinforcing our role in providing the global mobile ecosystem with the flexibility and scalability needed for broad and fast 5G adoption. These 5G offerings include Qualcomm 5G PowerSave technology to enable smartphones with the battery life users expect today — comparable to that of current 4G LTE devices. For computing, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx 5G Compute Platform will enable the first generation of commercial 5G Always On, Always Connected PCs — making it possible for PC makers to deliver the power and performance of a premium thin and light PC, while offering amazing battery life and transformative 5G experiences to the modern workplace. For the auto industry, the newly announced Qualcomm Snapdragon Automotive 4G Platform and the Qualcomm Snapdragon Automotive 5G Platform are designed to provide unmatched support for rich in-vehicle experiences and both vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-roadside infrastructure (V2I) communication, all aimed at enhancing the driving experience.

At Qualcomm, we invent to transform how the world connects, computes, and communicates. 5G is an evolution of all three, unlocking the next generation of technological progress. We promised 5G in 2019, and we delivered — now we can all tap into it to navigate the world and create new technologies and experiences. And as with every new connectivity standard, the biggest payoffs of 5G will be the applications and breakthroughs we can’t even conceive of yet.

It’s a moment for celebration, not just for our team of engineers and inventors, but also for the entire mobile industry. We’re on the verge of a new leap in technological breakthroughs, as I expect 5G will remove barriers to invention and usher in a new age of rapid innovation: Welcome to 5G, and welcome to the Invention Age.
Click to expand...

Source:

https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq/20...time-celebrate

https://www.qualcomm.com/news/releas...5g-pc-platform

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Announcing the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G compute platform

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