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What we expect from Wear OS smartwatches in 2025

We already know what to expect from Android smartwatches in 2025, from a major hardware upgrade to an inevitable AI focus. Let's run through the list!

Android Central · Dec 29, 2024

Qualcomm in 2024: year in review

It was a big year for Qualcomm in the world of PCs, with Snapdragon X CPUs making quite an entrance – if not an impact with sales (yet).

TechRadar · Dec 29, 2024

I've been a Windows on Arm user for years — Snapdragon X Elite has changed everything

I've spent weeks with the Snapdragon X Elite-equipped Honor MagicBook 14 Art laptop. It convinced me that the refreshed Windows on Arm platform is the real deal.

Laptop · Dec 28, 2024

Geekom has sub-$500 Snapdragon, Strix Point, and Arrow Lake mini-PCs primed for CES 2025

Geekom is launching several new mini-PCs at CES 2025, all featuring the latest processors from Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm.

Tom’s Hardware · Dec 23, 2024

"Bad news is the AI PC and AI smartphone 'supercycle' has more or less been a bust." Copilot+ PCs made a dramatic entrance in 2024, and then their sales fell flat. But are they doomed?

Copilot+ PCs had a disastrous launch and did not meet sales expectations, but are they a bust?

Windows Central · Dec 23, 2024

Qualcomm CEO brazenly thought Nuvia chip deal could save $1.4 billion in fees to Arm

During the Arm vs. Qualcomm court case, Qualcomm's CEO shared how the decision to purchase Nuvia for $1.4 billion was justified to the board.

Windows Central · Dec 20, 2024

I just tested the weirdest looking Android phone of the year — and it's a hardware monster

The Nubia Z70 Ultra is a surprisingly affordable flagship phone that delivers best-in-class performance. But as other Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered Android devices arrive, the Z70 Ultra’s strengths may diminish while its flaws stand out.

Tom’s Guide · Dec 19, 2024

Qualcomm claims it only copied "1% or less" of Arm technology for the Snapdragon X

The legal battle between Qualcomm and Arm Holdings has entered the court system this week, with opening arguments from both tech companies.

Laptop · Dec 18, 2024

Final Windows 11 Dev Channel build of 2024 adds support for live captions and real-time translation to Intel and AMD Copilot+ PCs

Windows Insiders with select AMD and Intel-powered PCs can now test live captions and real-time translation.

Windows Central · Dec 18, 2024

Hear how it's been developing on Windows 11 on ARM for a whole year from an actual developer who's been using it

From the mouth of a software developer using Windows 11 on ARM for a full year, hear about the experience, both good and not so good.

Windows Central · Dec 18, 2024