Qualcomm Extends Chip Deal With Samsung to Wearables

Qualcomm Technologies has announced an expanded agreement with Samsung Electronics to co-develop and manufacture advanced semiconductor technologies. This collaboration will focus on next-generation mobile platforms for smartwatches and augmented reality (AR) / virtual reality (VR) eyewear.

The extended partnership leverages Qualcomm's expertise in custom silicon design for wearables and Samsung Foundry's advanced manufacturing capabilities. The companies aim to accelerate the development of sophisticated wearable devices, pushing the boundaries of performance and power efficiency.

This move signifies a deepening of the relationship between the two tech giants, building upon their existing collaborations in the mobile chipset space. The companies anticipate that this joint effort will enable the creation of more immersive and capable AR/VR experiences, alongside more feature-rich smartwatches.

Details regarding the specific timeline and the first products to emerge from this extended collaboration have not yet been disclosed. Both companies expect the new technologies to reach the market in the coming years, potentially influencing the competitive landscape for wearable technology.