Superior Audio with Bluetooth Audio SoC Snapdragon S3 Gen 1
Access to Qualcomms’s Extension Partner Program
Qualcomm has unveiled the S3 Gen1 Sound platform for mid-range Bluetooth audio devices, delivering significant advancements in audio quality. For the first time, the platform allows customers to access Qualcomm’s Extension Partner Program, enabling integration of third-party audio solutions. This gives S3 Gen1 users a unique opportunity to differentiate their products in a competitive market.
SamplesWhat are the benefits of the Snapdragon S3 Gen1 Sound Platform?
Qualcomm's Snapdragon S3 Gen1 Sound platform offers Bluetooth Low Energy Audio, lossless music streaming, and a range of new AI features for Bluetooth stereo headsets, earbuds, and speakers. As an energy-efficient Bluetooth 5.4 audio platform with machine learning support, it provides access to a strong ecosystem of over 50 audio solution providers, enabling the development of unique, differentiated audio devices and multiple features. Overall, the Snapdragon S3 Gen1 platform takes sound quality and connectivity to a new level, making high quality audio accessible to more devices. It was previously launched as the Qualcomm S3 Gen 3 Sound platform.
Features of S3 Gen1 Sound Platform
- Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast Support: These devices support the latest Bluetooth LE Audio standard, enabling features like broadcast audio (Auracast), improved low-latency audio and multi-streaming capabilities.
- Snapdragon Sound with aptX Lossless: They support Snapdragon Sound, Qualcomm's premium audio ecosystem, which includes aptX Lossless, 24-bit 48kHz music streaming for high-fidelity audio streaming.
- Third-Party Solution Support: The Qualcomm Voice & Music Extension Program allows for customisation with third-party solutions, enabling features on the S3 Gen3 such as: Hearing enhancement, spatial audio, echo cancellation & noise suppression and health tracking;
- Improved Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4 support ensures robust and reliable connectivity
- Enhanced Audio Processing: Advanced audio processing capabilities, including 3rd generation Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Qualcomm cVc Echo Noise Cancellation with AI, provide a superior listening experience.
Applications
Snapdragon S3 Gen1 Sound platform is particularily suitable for True Wireless Earbuds, Speakers, Headsets and Bluetooth Transmitters, Dongles and Gateways.
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Your Contact Person
Your contact for Snapdragon S3 Gen1 Sound platform is Thomas Carmody.
