How Snapdragon boosts productivity with its battery life, performance, and cooling

AI PCs from Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm turn everyday laptops into portable AI workstations. That means copilots that summarize meetings, edit content, and boost productivity, but it also means a fatter attack surface. Features like Recall don’t just remember for you, they remember for whoever breaks in. NPUs create new firmware, drivers, and data targets. The OS can’t simply bolt AI on top; it has to anticipate abuse and hard-code protections from the start. AI PCs will change daily work, no question. The question is whether operating systems and IT teams can secure them fast enough to keep productivity from becoming vulnerable. Light reading "https://lnkd.in/eZKKu5Jv"

Modern gaming laptops promise seamless performance, but even top-tier devices can fall short in unexpected ways. Many ASUS ROG users have faced sudden stutters, audio pops, or freezes—nagging issues that linger despite system updates or reinstallations. A deep technical investigation has traced these problems to a subtle but significant flaw deep in the system's firmware. Rather than being a surface-level software issue, the cause lies in how the laptop's firmware manages hardware events, particularly around power management and GPU state handling. Interrupts intended for brief, efficient tasks are bogged down, leading to periodic spikes in latency that disrupt everyday activities from streaming videos to live calls and gaming. For IT professionals, hardware enthusiasts, or anyone supporting end users, understanding this root cause sheds new light on recurring complaints. System responsiveness and reliability depend not only on drivers and operating systems but on the unseen choreography of firmware and hardware. The investigation, with clear code references and diagnostic traces, is openly documented on GitHub. Teams in device support, QA, or firmware development may find the data and analysis valuable for troubleshooting or design reviews in their own workplaces. For anyone who wants to dig deeper or share insights on laptop performance challenges, the full findings and resources are available for exploration at https://lnkd.in/dDFhBNtk. Read the report, join the conversation, and consider how layered technology really is beneath the surface. #ai #andai #&ai

With AI now a core feature of everyday business devices, it’s time to show your customers just how smart their tech can be 💡 Why not learn more about: 🔋Phones that optimise their own battery life 💻 Laptops that handle transcription, image editing ⚡Features that include image editing and threat detection in real time Devices are doing much more with much less effort! Read the full article to discover more: https://lnkd.in/egEvix7Y #AIPoweredDevices #GiacomHardware #WeAreGiacom

🚀 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞: 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐭+𝐏𝐂𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬!   From today, the latest Surface devices are officially available for commercial customers and partners: 💻 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝟓𝐆 – designed for professionals on the go, combining Intel® Core™ Ultra processors with reliable 5G connectivity. 💻 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨 𝟏𝟐-𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐡 – a powerful 2-in-1 that blends performance and portability, featuring Snapdragon® X Plus and Copilot integration. 💻 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝟏𝟑-𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐡 – sleek, responsive, and built to move, with up to 23 hours of battery life and AI-enhanced collaboration.   These devices are built to unlock AI productivity, enhance teamwork, and deliver secure, efficient performance — wherever work takes you.   📸 Whether you're in the office or on the move (yes, even mid-stride!), Surface Copilot+ PCs are ready when you are.   👉 Learn more: http://aka.ms/surface   #SurfaceForBusiness #CopilotPC #SurfacePro #SurfaceLaptop #SurfaceLaptop5G #MicrosoftSurface #AIProductivity #WorkAnywhere #ModernWorkplace

Qualcomm Inc. Chief Executive Officer Cristiano Amon said Intel Corp.’s production technology isn’t currently good enough for the maker of mobile phone processors to use as a supplier.  https://lnkd.in/gTTeACkn #Semiconductor #Semiconductormanufacturing #semiconductors #Semiconductorindustry #SemiEDA #Semiconductortechnology #Semicon #TSMC #Intel

🚀 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞: 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐭+ 𝐏𝐂𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬! From today, the latest Surface devices are officially available for commercial customers and partners: 💻 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝟓𝐆 – designed for professionals on the go, combining Intel® Core™ Ultra processors with reliable 5G connectivity. 💻 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨 𝟏𝟐-𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐡 – a powerful 2-in-1 that blends performance and portability, featuring Snapdragon® X Plus and Copilot integration. 💻 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝟏𝟑-𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐡 – sleek, responsive, and built to move, with up to 23 hours of battery life and AI-enhanced collaboration. These devices are built to unlock AI productivity, enhance teamwork, and deliver secure, efficient performance — wherever work takes you. 📸 Whether you're in the office or on the move (yes, even mid-stride!), Surface Copilot+ PCs are ready when you are. 👉 Learn more: http://aka.ms/surface #SurfaceForBusiness #CopilotPC #SurfacePro #SurfaceLaptop #SurfaceLaptop5G #MicrosoftSurface #AIProductivity #WorkAnywhere #ModernWorkplace Remco l Ali l Luc l Jasper l Beatrice l Jaap l Adeel l Paul l Brigitte l Paul l Hans l Jasper l Soufian l Paul l Prunella l Violetta

🚀 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞: 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐭+ 𝐏𝐂𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬!   From today, the latest Surface devices are officially available for commercial customers and partners: 💻 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝟓𝐆 – designed for professionals on the go, combining Intel® Core™ Ultra processors with reliable 5G connectivity. 💻 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨 𝟏𝟐-𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐡 – a powerful 2-in-1 that blends performance and portability, featuring Snapdragon® X Plus and Copilot integration. 💻 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝟏𝟑-𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐡 – sleek, responsive, and built to move, with up to 23 hours of battery life and AI-enhanced collaboration. These devices are built to unlock AI productivity, enhance teamwork, and deliver secure, efficient performance — wherever work takes you. 👉 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eASdyyfM   #SurfaceForBusiness #CopilotPC #SurfacePro #SurfaceLaptop #SurfaceLaptop5G #MicrosoftSurface #AIProductivity #WorkAnywhere #ModernWorkplace

Arm introduced its Lumex Compute Subsystem (CSS) platform, designed to support AI-driven experiences on flagship smartphones and next-generation PCs. The platform integrates SME2-enabled Armv9.3 CPU clusters, including C1-Ultra and C1-Pro, a Mali G1-Ultra GPU, and the C1-DSU DynamIQ Shared Unit, optimized for 3nm nodes. It aims to deliver real-time on-device AI capabilities such as assistants, voice translation, and personalization. https://lnkd.in/gX2CbcZ8 #Arm #CSS

🚀 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5: Explained Simply 🔑 Key Points Qualcomm’s newest premium mobile platform “Elite” = only for their top-performing, industry-leading chips “Gen 5” = the fifth generation of Snapdragon 8-series under the new naming system 💡 Why Gen 5? No skipped numbers — this marks the 5th version of the premium 8-series. The new naming makes it easier to understand and highlights its leadership in the lineup. ⚡ Why “Elite”? It’s not just a label. Elite means best-in-class performance, efficiency, and experiences. Last year’s 8 Elite introduced the custom Oryon CPU — Gen 5 takes it even further. 📲 What’s next? Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 leads the way, but upcoming chips will also adopt the Gen 5 naming for clarity across the portfolio. ✅ Bottom Line: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 isn’t just another processor — it’s a defining leap in Qualcomm’s roadmap for performance and innovation. #Snapdragon #Qualcomm #Innovation #MobileTech

𝗔𝗩 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗰 𝗜𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 “𝗕𝘂𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲” — 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀  When a video stream drifts out of sync, most devs try to: ✔️ Adjust queue lengths  ✔️ Lower bitrate  ✔️ Add a delay in audio or video manually But here’s what really causes 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗩 𝘀𝘆𝗻𝗰 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺𝘀: 🔄 Unsynced system clocks  🧱 Improper pipeline chaining (blocking elements)  🔀 Protocol-induced jitter without error recovery  ⚠️ OBS or encoder misconfigurations We recently helped a wearable device company go from 230ms drift to ±8ms — without changing codecs. 💡 The fix wasn’t downstream — it was upstream and architectural. If your AV team is still tweaking flags… it's probably time to look deeper. #AVSync #LiveStreaming #ProtocolEngineering #GStreamer #RealTimeVideo #eByteLogic