Recently, at the MWC Mobile World Congress 2022, which is being held in Barcelona, Qualcomm Technologies International Co., Ltd. announced the launch of two new ultra-low-power wireless audio platforms with rich features - Qualcomm S5 Audio Platform (QCC517x) and Qualcomm S3 Audio Platform (QCC307x), both of which support Snapdragon Sound Snapdragon listening technology. Both platforms are optimized and support dual Bluetooth modes, combining classic Bluetooth wireless audio with the new LE Audio technology standard.
James Chapman, Vice President and General Manager of Qualcomm's Voice, Music and Wearables Business, said: "By leveraging the Snapdragon 8 mobile platform, qualcomm FastConnect 6900 and the newly released FastConnect 7800 connectivity system, as well as Snapdragon Sound Snapdragon listening technology, we will bring the ultimate wireless audio experience. For example, in addition to being the first to provide support for lossless audio, we've added an ultra-low latency game mode with in-game voice chat, as well as stereo content recording for earbuds that we believe will bring tremendous value to a new generation of creators. On these compact platforms, we integrate Qualcomm adaptive active noise reduction technology in dedicated hardware modules, so that no matter what the user is listening to, they can experience a substantial improvement in noise reduction. ”
These two new platforms provide audio OEMs with broad flexibility to customize products at multiple levels, opening up more design possibilities, and audio devices using both new platforms can support more features. Snapdragon Sound Snapdragon Listening Technology Supports 16-bit 44.1kHz CD-level lossless Bluetooth sound quality, 24-bit 96kHz Ultra HD Bluetooth sound quality, 32kHz Ultra-Wideband Voice supports ultra-clear calls, bringing stereo recording capabilities to creators, making the recorded content have stereo sound effects, even in complex RF environments can get a robust connection, audio latency in game mode as low as 68ms and support voice synchronous callback; dual Bluetooth mode, Integrated LE Audio for audio sharing and broadcasting; multi-point Bluetooth wireless connectivity for easy and seamless switching between audio source devices; and 3rd generation Qualcomm adaptive active noise reduction technology with natural transmission mode.
Calum MacDougall, senior vice president of global marketing at Jabra, said: "Very few companies are able to consistently and accurately predict consumer demand. Qualcomm Technologies continues to help us deliver unparalleled sound experiences, like our Elite series of true wireless headphones, which lead the future of wireless audio across multiple market segments. ”
Cheng Gang, Vice President of Vivo and President of Global Markets of iQOO, said: "For our customers, Snapdragon Sound Snapdragon Listening technology is a transformative technology that integrates the best audio features and connectivity into our mobile devices. The lossless audio supported by the Qualcomm S5 audio platform delivers top-notch performance without sacrificing power consumption, and its forward-looking perspective will help us meet the needs of our customers." ”
Zhang Lei, Vice President of Xiaomi's Mobile Phone Department, said: "Our customers have been looking forward to the latest and greatest wireless listening experience. We are excited to be the first mobile phone company to bring the latest Snapdragon Sound Snapdragon Listening platform to customers, and continue to work with Qualcomm Technologies to redefine the future of the audio experience." ”
Compared to the previous generation of Qualcomm wireless audio platforms, the new platform enables a rich user experience, thanks to an integer increase in computing power due to the enhanced platform architecture, and no compromises in ultra-low-power performance.
At present, the Qualcomm S5 Audio Platform (QCC517x) and qualcomm S3 Audio Platform (QCC307x) are sampling to customers, and commercial products are expected to be available in the second half of 2022. Click here to learn more about the Qualcomm S5 and Qualcomm S3 audio platforms.