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Qualcomm & Aramco Digital Launch AI 5G Industrial Smartphones
At LEAP 2025, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Aramco Digital, the technology subsidiary of Aramco, announced a groundbreaking collaboration to develop the world's first AI-enabled industrial 5G smartphones with native support for the 450MHz spectrum. This innovation will power the next generation of AI-driven industrial applications, enhancing connectivity, efficiency, and operational intelligence. The new industrial smartphones will be equipped with Qualcomm® QCM8550 and QCM6490 processors, ensuring seamless 5G communication on the 450MHz spectrum for industrial IoT devices and edge computing applications.
'At Aramco Digital, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of technological innovation. This collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, introducing the world's first AI-enabled industrial smartphone with 450MHz support, marks a significant milestone in our journey to empower industries with next-generation connectivity. By leveraging cutting-edge 5G and AI technologies, we are enabling smarter, more sustainable industries that align with the Kingdom's Vision 2030, driving industrial transformation globally,' said Eid Alharbi, Connectivity President, Aramco Digital.
Nakul Duggal, Group General Manager, Automotive, Industrial & Embedded IoT, and Cloud Computing at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., emphasized the transformative impact of this collaboration. 'The industrial sector is evolving rapidly with advanced technologies, and our industrial smartphones with native support for 450MHz are another vital component in enabling industries to become more connected, efficient, safe, and sustainable. Qualcomm Technologies is proud to collaborate with Aramco Digital to support Saudi Arabia's industrial transformation in alignment with Vision 2030. This collaboration also accelerates technological advancements in the Middle East, delivering global benefits.'
Qualcomm Technologies and Aramco Digital previously introduced Aramco's first generative AI industrial IoT solutions, enhancing safety, efficiency, and sustainability across Aramco sites. The new industrial smartphones will further empower Aramco users by enabling seamless connectivity to these advanced applications, revolutionizing industrial operations. Attendees at LEAP 2025 can explore live demonstrations of the industrial smartphones and Qualcomm Technologies' 450MHz processors at Aramco Digital's stand, showcasing the future of AI-enabled industrial connectivity.
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a global leader in wireless technology innovation, driving advancements in AI, 5G, and edge computing solutions across various industries. Aramco Digital is the technology arm of Aramco, dedicated to driving digital transformation and industrial innovation through AI, IoT, and next-generation connectivity solutions. For more updates on LEAP 2025 and groundbreaking tech innovations, stay tuned.
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