At the Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm's CEO Cristiano Amon announced that 6G trials using pre-commercial hardware will commence in 2028, following a path similar to 5G that began in 2018. The shift also emphasizes the integration of AI across various devices, with Amon stating, “AI will be the interface of the future.” Products like the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 will enhance performance and energy efficiency, making a significant impact on tech ecosystems.