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AppWizard

November 15, 2024

The Google Glass companion app might find a new life with Android XR

Google has introduced the Android Glasses Core app as part of its latest Android beta update, which shares the same package name as the companion application for the Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2. Samsung is expected to launch a new extended reality (XR) product in 2025, powered by a Qualcomm chipset, with a collaborative effort between Samsung, Qualcomm, and Google to develop a new version of Android for XR devices called Android XR. The recent beta release of Android 15 includes the Android Glasses Core app, categorized as a privileged system app, which has not been publicly available before. The app was previously associated with the Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2, launched in 2019, and facilitated streaming applications when paired with an Android phone. The version in the beta is newer and features a refreshed icon, suggesting a potential shift in purpose. Speculation arises that Google may be repurposing the Android Glasses Core app for upcoming Android XR products. Additionally, the Google Play Store is preparing for applications designed for Android XR headsets, indicating a seamless installation process, while Samsung aims to enhance connectivity among its products, including XR devices.

Winsage

September 21, 2024

The best Snapdragon X Windows laptops you can buy right now | Digital Trends

Microsoft's Copilot+ PC initiative is supported by new laptops using Qualcomm's Snapdragon X chipsets, which enhance performance and efficiency while leveraging advancements in generative AI. Initial reviews of these laptops are positive, with users noting improved battery life and performance that meets or exceeds expectations, positioning them as strong competitors to Apple's MacBook Air M3. The Microsoft Surface Pro 11 features a Snapdragon X chipset, an OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and offers 14.5 hours of battery life during web browsing. It is priced starting at ,000. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, also powered by the Snapdragon X chipset, provides excellent performance with a battery life of 14.5 hours for web browsing and 22 hours for video playback, featuring a MacBook-like design. The Asus ProArt PZ13, priced at ,000, offers strong productivity performance with a Snapdragon X Plus chipset and competitive battery life, including a detachable keyboard at no extra cost. The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x, with a Snapdragon X Elite chipset, has a 14.5-inch 3K display, 12 hours of web browsing battery life, and is priced around ,200. The HP OmniBook X, showcasing the Snapdragon X Elite chipset, delivers impressive productivity performance with 13.5 hours of web browsing and 22 hours of video playback, featuring a premium build quality and an attractive design.

Winsage

June 12, 2024

Snapdragon could take away Intel and AMD market shares for both Windows and Linux

Qualcomm has developed Snapdragon X Plus and Elite processors for Windows on Arm, which will power Copilot+ AI PCs. AMD and Intel Copilot+ PCs with Ryzen AI 300 series and Lunar Lake processors are also coming soon. Tuxedo is working on a Linux notebook powered by Qualcomm chipset, generating excitement among tech enthusiasts. Arm is aiming for a significant market share from x86 on Windows, while Qualcomm is working on mainlining features for Linux compatibility and performance enhancements. Tuxedo hints at a possible Christmas launch for their ARM notebook.