Qualcomm’s new ‘Elite’ sound chip might finally deliver the Wi-Fi earbud
What if your wireless earbuds - or audio glasses - could stream high-quality lossless audio that doesn't cut out when you leave your phone on the bedside.
By Dillip Chowdary • Sep 27, 2026 • Source: The Verge
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The Verge reports: Qualcomm’s new ‘Elite’ sound chip might finally deliver the Wi-Fi earbud dream. What if your wireless earbuds - or audio glasses - could stream high-quality lossless audio that doesn't cut out when you leave your phone on the bedside charger or buried in the couch? Qualcomm's new Snapdragon Sound Elite Gen 2 is its first to integrate "micro-power Wi-Fi 6E" right into the chip, so they can […]
Qualcomm’s new ‘Elite’ sound chip might: why it matters now
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