Revolutionizing Your Phone with AI: Will Apps Become a Distant Memory with Qualcomm’s Forecast?
The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Smartphones: A Revolution in the Making?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is the latest buzzword in the world of smartphones, with every manufacturer throwing its hat into the ring. From Samsung’s Galaxy AI to Apple’s Intelligence, AI is becoming an integral part of our daily smartphone experience. But is it worth the investment, and what does the future hold for AI in our devices?
The Challenge of Running AI
The problem with AI is that it’s expensive to run, requiring massive servers and infrastructure for cloud computing. Samsung has already announced that its Galaxy AI will become a premium service at the end of 2025, and to access the full suite of AI tools on the Pixel 9 range, you’ll need a premium subscription. Even Google is investing heavily in AI infrastructure, with a deal to buy power directly from next-gen nuclear reactors in the coming years. Is it really worth the investment?
A New Era of AI
Qualcomm, the maker of the top-end Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, is leading the charge on this front. At the recent Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm’s president and CEO, Cristiano Amon, revealed his vision for the future of AI. According to Amon, the smartphone of the future won’t need apps as we know them. Instead, users will interact with a sophisticated AI assistant that can handle all their needs, from banking to shopping.
The AI Assistant of the Future
Imagine asking your AI assistant, "What are my last three transactions?" or "What’s the progress on my savings plan?" The AI assistant would pull up the information on screen, negating the need for a banking app. It’s not just about banking, either – the AI assistant could handle shopping, too. For instance, you could ask, "Do I have enough money on my card for this purchase?" and the AI assistant would analyze the context of the question, access your bank account information, and deliver the answer in simple, human terms.
A Glimpse into the Future
QUALCOMM AI Future
This is just the beginning, and Qualcomm is working towards making this vision a reality. With the release of the Snapdragon 8 Elite, we’re one step closer to an AI-powered future where we don’t need to switch between apps to get things done.
While we may not be ditching the majority of our phone apps anytime soon, AI is undoubtedly changing the game. It’s an exciting time, and with Qualcomm at the helm, we can expect to see some revolutionary changes in the years to come.
