Qualcomm's new Snapdragon Sound Elite Gen 2 chip integrates Wi-Fi 6E directly to enable wireless earbuds to stream high-quality lossless audio via home Wi-Fi networks. Unlike the previous 2023 S7 Pro platform that required a separate Wi-Fi chip, the Elite is more compact and power-efficient, potentially making adoption easier for device makers like HP, Bose, and Cleer.
Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon Sound Elite Gen 2 chip, a tiny processor enabling Wi-Fi 6E lossless audio streaming to earbuds and headphones with range throughout a home. The chip supports high-resolution audio up to 24-bit 192kHz, improved power efficiency, and AI capabilities, though consumer products remain unclear beyond a partnership with Cleer.