Qualcomm announces Snapdragon Sound Elite Gen 2 chipset for audio wearables

Qualcomm envisions the silicon powering traditional earbuds, open‑ear hybrid designs, audio glasses, and future multimodal wearables that combine sound with vision. The lower power draw should let devices charge less often, and the on‑device AI capability lets Android XR products process real‑world surroundings without relying on constant cloud connectivity. No specific product roadmaps were disclosed, but Qualcomm expects OEMs to integrate the chipset as new wearables reach the market.