In the past few years, Bluetooth headsets, especially split Bluetooth headsets (TWS), have become very popular. Various chip manufacturers are also constantly introducing related technologies to improve the experience of these products. Today, Qualcomm announced Snapdragon Sound.
In fact, Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound is not a specific type of technology, but a combination of many existing technologies. The manufacturer said it can achieve ultra-low latency while maintaining high sound quality and a stable connection. It will also ensure a long battery life.
First, let's talk about the sound quality. Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound can reach a sampling frequency of 96 kHz when playing music, which can show richer sound details. Qualcomm has also teamed up with Amazon to launch a curated Snapdragon Sound playlist, creating a full suite of high-quality apps for users from resources to ears.
Second, for voice calls and games, Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound has also brought many optimizations. Related products can achieve 32kHz high-definition voice, making call recovery more realistic. In addition, latency of up to 89ms is well ahead of its peers, making Bluetooth headsets a true gaming weapon.
Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound currently supports the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 mobile platform and hardware such as FastConnect 6900 and QCC515x.
Which products support Snapdragon sound
Current products can be adapted by updating software provided by Qualcomm. Qualcomm will gradually open the range of supported equipment and cover more categories such as cars and computers, allowing more users to experience the benefits of Snapdragon Sound technology.
Qualcomm said that related products will be available in the second half of this year. Some manufacturers have already confirmed that they will use this technology in their products. For example, Zhang Lei, Xiaomi's vice president and general manager of hardware research and development, said that Xiaomi will be the first smartphone manufacturer to adopt Snapdragon Sound technology.
