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Qualcomm cancels its miniature Microsoft Windows PC: Read the chipmaker's message

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Qualcomm has reportedly cancelled its Snapdragon Dev Kit , a miniature Windows on Arm PC powered by the US-based chipmaker’s X Series chips . Back in June, Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said that the company's Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus chips were “coming to all PC form factors”. This announcement comes after months of delays and just as some developers began receiving their units.

According to a report by The Verge, Qualcomm sent messages to customers citing failure to meet “usual standards of excellence.” However, while Qualcomm remains tight-lipped about the specifics for the cancellation, speculation points to a missing HDMI port. It has been reported that the absence of a physical port was possibly due to FCC compliance issues.

Read Qualcomm message to Snapdragon Dev Kit customers
Dear Valued Customer,

Please see this important message from Qualcomm:

”At Qualcomm, we are dedicated to pioneering leading technology and delivering premium experiences to our valued customers. The launch of 30+ Snapdragon X-series powered PC's is a testament to our ability to deliver leading technology and the PC industry's desire to move to our next-generation technology. However, the Developer Kit product comprehensively has not met our usual standards of excellence and so we are reaching out to let you know that unfortunately we have made the decision to pause this product and the support of it, indefinitely.

Working with the developer community is a priority for Qualcomm. If you want to learn more about Windows on Snapdragon, please engage with us on Discord or head to our developer portal on Qualcomm.com. If you are ready to build your next gen AI PC application, visit the Qualcomm Device Cloud (QDC) today.

Qualcomm has authorized a refund for any charges that have been made by Arrow.“

Based upon the above, we are working to provide a full refund for any charges to your account for your purchase. You should receive this credit/refund within 10 business days. It is not necessary to return any material, if received. Unfortunately, any outstanding orders will be cancelled.

Thank you for your understanding, Arrow


Reportedly, Qualcomm recently sent emails informing customers about a planned USB Type-C to HDMI dongle workaround.
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