Qualcomm introduces QCC3026 Bluetooth Audio SoC with Qualcomm TrueWireless Stereo for entry-level and mid-tier wireless headsets

Qualcomm today introduced Low Power Bluetooth SoC QCC3026, a flash-programmable with enhanced Qualcomm TrueWireless Stereo protocols . Qualcomm also said that it reduces power consumption by up to 50% compared to previous generation entry-level flash devices. Highlights of Qualcomm Low Power Bluetooth SoC QCC3026 Low power design and ultra-small form factor Up to 32MHz 32-bit processor application subsystem 1x Qualcomm Kalimba DSP Qualcomm Broadcast Audio technology, Qualcomm TrueWireless Stereo technology, Qualcomm TrueWireless Stereo Plus technology, Qualcomm aptX audio technology, Qualcomm cVc audio technology Voice Assistant Services with support for voice services available via button-press activation, relaying the audio stream and voice control capabilities to a handset to process and execute commands. Bluetooth 5.0 and 2 Mbps Bluetooth Low Energy support, Dual-mode Bluetooth Suppressed background noise and echo feedback with Qualcomm cVc™ Noise Cancellation Technology for a quieter and more seamless user experience. Reference designs based on the QCC3026 SoC are expected to be available in the second half of 2018. The OPPO O-Free that was introduced today is the first Bluetooth headset to use the SoC. Anthony Murray, senior vice president and general manager, voice & music, Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd, said: Consumers are eager for earbuds they can use all day, when they are at home, in ...