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Qualcomm releases Android chip built for AI as memory shortage weighs on smartphone market

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CNBC World

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The overall smartphone market is expected to contract 14% in terms of units shipped in 2026.

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  • The overall smartphone market is expected to contract 14% in terms of units shipped in 2026.
  • Reported by CNBC World and published Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:09:17 UTC.

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