Summarizing the Latest Tech News
- Xiaomi skips the 16 for the Xiaomi 17
- Xiaomi 17 Pro Max to feature a second display
- Qualcomm unveils the confusingly named Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Both Xiaomi and Qualcomm have made intriguing decisions regarding their upcoming flagship products, the Xiaomi 17 smartphone and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. The naming schemes have raised eyebrows and left tech enthusiasts puzzled.
The Xiaomi 17 series is set to launch this month, with models including the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. Xiaomi’s president, Lu Weibing, explained that the jump from Xiaomi 15 to Xiaomi 17 was influenced by a desire to directly compete with Apple’s latest iPhone models.
On the other hand, Xiaomi accidentally confirmed the presence of a secondary display on the back of the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. This design choice brings back memories of older flip phones and sets the phone apart from its competitors.
Meanwhile, Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, the successor to last year’s Snapdragon 8 Elite. The naming strategy has left many scratching their heads, but Qualcomm insists that it signifies a new generation of premium chipsets.
Qualcomm’s explanation for the Gen 5 designation may not clear up the confusion entirely, but it emphasizes the company’s commitment to innovation and progress in the mobile technology industry.
