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I hope you're all doing well! Qualcomm recently introduced two new sound platforms, the S3 and S5. It's fascinating to see advancements in sound technology across various devices. Let's delve into the details!

The Qualcomm S5 Gen 3 platform is engineered to enhance the audio performance of top-tier Bluetooth® earbuds, headphones, and speakers. With a 50% increase in memory and significantly more DSP processing power compared to its predecessor, this platform promises to deliver immersive experiences across various activities such as music listening, gaming, and professional use.

Boasting premium audio technologies like 4th Generation Qualcomm® Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), Qualcomm® cVc™ Echo Cancelling and Noise Suppression (ECNS), and Snapdragon Sound™ Technology Suite, users can expect exceptional sound quality whether at home, in the office, or on the move. Catering to audiophiles seeking superior performance from their devices, the platform also offers enhanced DAC performance with a 50% reduction in noise floor compared to the previous generation.

Features

• New platform architecture unlocks a new tier of performance for premium earbuds, headphones and speakers
• Approximately 50 times more on-device AI compute than the Qualcomm S5 Gen 2 Sound Platform
• 1.5 times more memory than the Qualcomm S5 Gen 2 Sound Platform
• Dedicated AI core - to provide higher performance and lower power for ML applications compared to using the DSP
• Dedicated cores for audio curation including hearing loss compensation, ANC, transparency and noise management
• 4th Generation Qualcomm® Adaptive ANC
• HiFi-grade stereo audio codec
• Bluetooth 5.4 radio
• Bluetooth® LE Audio experiences, including Auracast™ Broadcast Audio
• High-performance audio combined with low-power consumption, designed for Snapdragon Sound
• USB High Speed PHY at 480 Mbps which unlocks enhanced Audio Development workflows
• Non-invasive low-level debug through use of our USB-EUD
• Enhanced memory and peripheral data sharing across subsystems for lower latency, higher throughputs
• DMIC, I2S, TDM, Soundwire digital audiointerfaces
• Fully integrated system including PMU, Charger, mic bias, and external supply support

Overall, the Qualcomm S5 Gen 3 Sound Platform sets a new standard for audio performance, efficiency, and versatility, making it an ideal choice for manufacturers looking to create innovative and immersive audio solutions.

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