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Samsung Galaxy S27 could finally shed the laggard chip image with next-gen Exynos chip
Samsung’s Exynos 2700 beat Qualcomm’s top Snapdragon chip in internal tests, with up to 20% better CPU and gaming scores. Here’s what it means for the Galaxy S27.
EXCLUSIVE: Qualcomm pulled 5GHz on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, but the real win hides in plain sight.
Qualcomm tells Digital Trends that the interesting question isn’t how fast the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chip can go, but how long it can stay at the summit of performance.
Qualcomm wants your Android phone to become a PC gaming machine
Qualcomm is reportedly building official GPU drivers for PC game emulation on Android and may even bring DirectX 12 support, which could mean smoother gameplay and better compatibility.
Qualcomm’s new flagship chips go big on 5GHz speeds, agentic AI, and, of course, gaming
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 family reaches 5GHz and doubles down on agentic AI, while the new Extreme tier adds serious gaming and camera upgrades.
MediaTek’s next flagship chip already has a Snapdragon problem
Early Geekbench 7 results put MediaTek’s next flagship chip behind Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon rival in both single-core and multi-core performance.
HUMAIN Horizon Ultra AI PC unveiled with Snapdragon X2 Elite and on-device AI
Qualcomm and HUMAIN unveiled Horizon Ultra at LEAP 2026, an AI PC built on the Snapdragon X2 Elite that can run AI tasks locally and switch to the cloud only when it needs extra power.
POCO F9 Pro first impressions: a flagship that feels increasingly serious
I’ve spent three days with the POCO F9 Pro, and its 185Hz display, premium design and flagship hardware have made a strong first impression.
Samsung thinks Exynos 2700 can beat Qualcomm’s best next-gen chip
Samsung’s Exynos 2700 reportedly targets faster CPU, GPU, and AI performance than Qualcomm’s next flagship Snapdragon chip while consuming less power.
[Update] Googlebook finally gets a launch date, and it’s sooner than you would expect
Google will showcase Googlebook in New York on September 15, revealing its Gemini-powered software, native Android codebase and laptops from hardware partners.
Qualcomm confirms incoming price hike, and rising memory cost isn’t the only driving factor
Qualcomm is raising chip prices starting September 1 to offset rising costs across its supply chain, not just memory.
Galaxy Watch Ultra2 launched with brighter display, larger battery and new fitness features
Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 with a larger battery, Snapdragon Wear Elite chip, brighter display and new AI-powered health features.
TSMC might set up a price hike that could come straight for your next phone, laptop, or tablet
TSMC is reportedly planning to raise chip prices by up to 10% starting in 2027, a move that could push up costs on phones, laptops, and GPUs.
Qualcomm reveals flagship XR processor and new framework for AI glasses
Qualcomm's new Snapdragon Reality Elite platform brings faster AI processing, sharper visuals, longer battery life, and improved tracking to the next generation of XR headsets and smart glasses.
Samsung leak reveals the Galaxy S26 FE and it finally doesn’t look like a budget parts bin
Leaked renders suggest Samsung’s Galaxy S26 FE could arrive with a far more premium design, bringing the Fan Edition lineup closer to flagship Galaxy S phones.
You may not necessarily want it, but a barrage of Googlebooks are coming from top brands
Googlebook could arrive with up to eight devices this fall, giving buyers more choices across Intel, Snapdragon, and MediaTek hardware, but key pricing, specs, and availability details remain unconfirmed.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite finally lands in a mini PC, and it looks like Windows’ answer to the Mac mini
Qualcomm's most powerful PC chip has finally found a home outside laptops. ASUS' new mini PC could be the device that puts Windows on Arm in direct competition with Apple's compact desktops.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon C chip eyes dirt-cheap laptops as MacBook Neo redraws budget lines
Qualcomm's new Snapdragon C chip is built for budget laptops starting at $300, promising all-day battery life and solid everyday performance for students, families, and small businesses.
Qualcomm leak suggests we have entered the ludicrous era of pricey phones
The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro may push Android flagships into a new pricing era, where best performance comes with an Ultra-sized bill.
Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon chips unlock AI cameras, 90FPS gaming, and faster connectivity for budget phones
Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 and 4 Gen 5 chips bring AI cameras, smoother displays, and better gaming to mid-range phones launching later this year.
Asus Zenbook S16 OLED review: A balanced ultrabook that I think plays it too safe
A lightweight 16-inch OLED laptop with excellent everyday performance and design, but limited by conservative tuning that prioritises thermals and efficiency over peak power.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra feels like a software update and that’s why it’s boring
The Galaxy S26 Ultra doesn’t quite feel like that moment. It feels like refinement masquerading as reinvention.
Land Rover brings Freelander back as EV brand with six models planned
Land Rover is reviving Freelander as a standalone EV brand with six models planned. The first launch lands this year in China, signaling a fast, tech-heavy push into the premium electric market.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 leak suggests Ultra-tier flagships may offer a noticeable performance edge
A new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 leak suggests Qualcomm may equip the Pro variant with a faster GPU and support for newer memory, potentially widening the performance gap between flagship phones.
Qualcomm readies phones for Wi-Fi 8, Bluetooth 7, and faster 5G era
Qualcomm’s plan to power the next generation of ultra-fast wireless devices with Wi-Fi 8 speeds above 10 Gbps, Bluetooth transfers up to 7.5 Mbps and a new 5G Advanced modem.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Wear Elite paves the way for a new wave of AI wearables
Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon Wear Elite, a new 3nm wearable chip with a 5x CPU boost, 7x graphics gains, and a dedicated NPU for faster on-device AI.
Honor MagicPad 4 launched as the world’s thinnest tablet with PC-class AI productivity
Honor’s MagicPad 4 debuts as the world’s thinnest tablet, delivering a 3nm Snapdragon chipset, AI-driven productivity tools, and cross-ecosystem compatibility in a remarkably light design.
I tested the most affordable Copilot+ laptop I could find, and Asus’ Vivobook 14 surprised me
The Asus Vivobook is one of the most affordable laptops with Qualcomm's Snapdragon silicon and a Copilot+ badge for AI chops. It's a utilitarian workhorse that occasionally stumbles, but gets the job done.