
Qualcomm and Aramco Digital Present a 5G Industrial Smartphone Driven by AI
- Technology
- February 11, 2025
Qualcomm and Aramco Digital, the company’s technology division, announced a ground-breaking collaboration at LEAP 2025 to introduce the first industrial 5G smartphone with artificial intelligence. By supporting the 450MHz spectrum, this cutting-edge gadget will establish a new benchmark for industrial connection.
Using AI and 5G to transform industrial connectivity
5G IoT devices, edge computing solutions, and end-user apps can all connect seamlessly thanks to the incorporation of 450MHz spectrum support. Optimizing industrial operations for Aramco, a prominent energy and chemicals company, will be the primary focus at first. The program seeks to improve automation, safety, and efficiency in a range of industrial contexts.
Utilizing Qualcomm’s State-of-the-Art Processors
Qualcomm’s QCM8550 and QCM6490 chips will power the next industrial smartphone. In crucial industrial settings, these CPUs’ native 5G compatibility in the 450MHz band guarantees improved connectivity and data transmission capabilities. The gadget is made to function well under harsh circumstances, providing dependable communication and AI-powered insights for commercial uses.
A Strategic Partnership for Next-Gen Industrial Products
Aramco Digital’s Connectivity President, Eid Alharbi, was excited by the partnership, saying, “At Aramco Digital, we are committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology to transform industries.” An important advancement in our goal to promote digital innovation has been made with the release of an AI-powered industrial smartphone with 450MHz capability. In line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, this project promotes industrial transformation on a local and international level.
The significance of this accomplishment in the industrial sector was also emphasized by Qualcomm Technologies. “Our partnership with Aramco Digital demonstrates our dedication to promoting industrial connectivity,” said Nakul Duggal, Group General Manager for Automotive, Industrial, Embedded IoT, and Cloud Computing at Qualcomm Technologies.
Progressing AI-Powered Industrial IoT
Following the earlier implementation of Aramco’s first Generative AI industrial IoT solutions, which greatly increased operational sustainability and efficiency, this announcement was made. Access to these apps will be further improved by the new AI-powered industrial cellphones, which guarantee real-time connectivity and data-driven decision-making.
The future of industrial networking is being showcased at Aramco Digital’s exhibit at LEAP 2025, which includes Qualcomm’s 450MHz processors and an AI-enabled industrial smartphone.
Concerning Aramco Digital
Aramco Digital, a division of Aramco, is dedicated to promoting technical advancement and digital transformation in a variety of sectors. The company wants to lead the way in cutting-edge technologies that transform the industrial environment through strategic partnerships.