Qualcomm unveils new Snapdragon Mobile Processors
Qualcomm has expanded its Snapdragon S4 class of mobile processors and the enhancement of its Snapdragon S1 solutions for entry-level smartphones.
The addition of new Snapdragon S4 processors will allow OEMs to introduce S4-based devices with mobile architecture throughout their respective device roadmaps from basic smartphones to high-end smartphones and tablets. The enhanced S4 processors are also optimized for use with a suite of software solutions available from Qualcomm that help enable OEMs to deliver feature sets for multimedia, connectivity, camera, display, security, power management, browsing and natural user interface design.
The Krait CPU is an essential part of the Snapdragon S4 class of processors. Qualcomm announced several new S4 chipsets, including the MSM8660A, MSM8260A, MSM8630, MSM8230, MSM8627, MSM8227, APQ8060A and APQ8030. These are additional chipsets to the previously announced MSM8960, MSM8930 and APQ8064. Snapdragon S4 MSM processors includes EV-DO, HSPA+, TD-SCDMA, LTE FDD, LTE TDD and Wi-Fi standards. Devices based on Snapdragon S4 processors are expected to appear in early 2012.
To further this trend, Qualcomm is also announcing an upgrade to four of its existing Snapdragon S1 mobile processors. The MSM7225A, MSM7625A, MSM7227A and MSM7627A have been upgraded for entry-level smartphone users, particularly those transitioning from 2G to 3G.
"Qualcomm is innovating on all fronts and continues to lead the mobile computing era with its roadmap depth, breadth and software support. Our next-generation hardware, optimized for use with our software suite, facilitates best-in-class performance and power for every smart device segment, from mass-market smartphones to high-performance tablets," said Cristiano Amon, Senior Vice-President, Product Management, Qualcomm.
Moreover, Qualcomm Snapdragon processors are classified by the S1, S2, S3 and S4 generations of products. The S1 class is meant for entry-level smartphones; the S2 class for high-performance smartphones and tablets; the S3 class for multitasking and advanced gaming; and the S4 class for next-generation devices.
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