Windows on Snapdragon Now Inevitable
On 13 October, Microsoft celebrated the 10th anniversary of its Surface hardware line with the release of the new Surface Pro 9 two-in-one designs. Rather than serving as a mere…
Quantum Computing: the Simple Truth
With hundreds of start-ups in the emerging field of quantum computing, alongside giants like IBM, Microsoft, Amazon and Google, the prospect of generating revenue from what’s essentially a research and…
Predictions Event Highlights: Interview with Wassim Chourbaji, Qualcomm
As part of CCS Insight’s Predictions for 2023 and Beyond event last week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Wassim Chourbaji, Qualcomm’s Senior Vice President, Government Affairs EMEA. A central…
Broadcasting the Future at IBC 2022
This year’s show saw a range of themes covering the entire media and broadcast industry, with a few major through lines: sustainability, interoperability, open access and platform convergence. There were…
Why NR-Light Is a Big Deal for 5G
When 5G was launched nearly three years ago, its central promise was the creation of a single wireless network capable of supporting many different industries and uses. It was designed…
What to Expect from IFA 2022
Following a hugely scaled back edition in 2020 and a cancelled event last year, IFA is back in full force for 2022 — and CCS Insight is sending a team…
The Big Tech Balancing Act
US government policy toward licensing of standard-essential patents (SEPs) isn’t a subject that the wider tech industry follows closely. Arguably it should. Recent changes in policy point to a big…
Smartwatches Keep Ticking Along
The global market for wearables has enjoyed a buoyant few years, with the boost in interest triggered by the Covid-19 pandemic sparking a solid period of growth. Smartwatches have continued…
Ray Tracing Takes Pole Position in Mobile GPU Race
As smartphones have become increasingly powerful, the concept of mobile gaming has gathered steam. Premium gaming experiences are supported by a level of performance that was unimaginable even a few…
Qualcomm Tackles RAN Complexity with Cellwize Acquisition
Earlier in June, Qualcomm announced its acquisition of radio access network (RAN) management platform provider Cellwize. Having previously acknowledged a need to strengthen its position in RAN architecture, Qualcomm’s purchase…