Qualcomm has announced a new chipset for Bluetooth earphones. The new QCC3026 audio SoC is targeted at headsets in the entry-level and mid-range category.
QCC3026 has a bunch of features such as Bluetooth 5.0, Bluetooth Low Energy, and Dual-mode Bluetooth. It also has aptX playback and voice assistant support. Qualcomm says power consumption in the new chipset is 50% less compared to that in older headsets.
The chipset has made its way into its first device – the OPPO O-Free Wireless earphones. Although the O-Free are a bit pricey at ¥699 (~$106), cheaper earphones with the SoC should be announced soon.
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