Key Points
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• With the AI connectivity technology supported by Qualcomm’s X85 5G modem and RF, as well as the Qualcomm FastConnect 7900 mobile connectivity system, seamless switching between cellular and Wi-Fi networks can enhance real-time performance for applications such as gaming and video calls.
• AI intelligently manages network switching and prioritizes traffic for OTT services, reducing latency during mobile gaming and preventing interruptions in video calls, significantly enhancing user experience.
• AI can optimize both performance and efficiency by dynamically allocating bandwidth based on application needs and reducing power consumption to extend battery life, resulting in smoother streaming and browsing experiences, and improving overall connectivity.
In a world where digital connectivity is increasingly important, the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing everyday connectivity experiences cannot be underestimated. From optimizing gaming experiences to ensuring seamless video calls, AI is quietly transforming the way people interact with technology. Imagine a future where devices can predict user needs, smoothly switching between Wi-Fi and cellular networks, making real-time experiences like video calls and gaming smoother than ever before. This is not just a vision, but a reality we are stepping into, thanks to the enhanced AI connectivity capabilities brought by Qualcomm’s X85 5G modem and RF, as well as the Qualcomm FastConnect 7900. Let’s explore how Qualcomm Technologies is leveraging AI to enhance user experiences in key use cases.
Playing online games seamlessly over cellular and Wi-FiThe gaming industry is entering a transformative era, where AI will fundamentally change the gaming experience. In online gaming, even the slightest latency can determine the outcome of a match. Issues like lag, high latency, and connection drops have troubled many players. However, with the latest breakthroughs in AI technology, these problems will be resolved. By optimizing data flow, AI allows gamers to enjoy a seamless and responsive gaming experience even over cellular networks.One of the most important ways AI enhances the gaming experience is through traffic detection and prioritization. Traditional cellular networks face challenges in managing the diverse and high demands of modern gaming data. However, AI-enabled 5G modems like Qualcomm’s X85 5G modem and RF can detect gaming data traffic in real-time and prioritize gaming data over other types of data. This means that during intense battles or critical actions, the network connection is less likely to be disrupted by other applications or background processes.Similarly, traffic detection and prioritization technologies also provide latency advantages for Wi-Fi. With AI-optimized Wi-Fi supported by Qualcomm FastConnect 7900, users can experience lower latency during gaming.More importantly, AI-driven optimization is not just about enhancing the gaming experience, but also about improving accessibility. Today, mobile devices have become the largest category of gaming platforms. Players who rely on cellular data or Wi-Fi to game on the go can now benefit from AI to achieve a more stable and reliable connection, ensuring a smooth and seamless gaming process. This technology is particularly beneficial for mobile gamers who often face challenges with fluctuating network environments. With the help of AI, the mobile gaming experience is increasingly approaching the level of dedicated gaming consoles or PCs, narrowing the gap between different platforms and making gaming more accessible.
Achieving smoother video calls when switching from Wi-Fi to 5G
As the technology behind video calls becomes increasingly complex, we are continuously pushing the boundaries of technology while exploring new ways to enhance the video call experience. One of the most exciting areas of development is the use of AI to optimize video calls in real-time. AI plays a crucial role in ensuring that video calls are as clear and smooth as possible, even under less-than-ideal network conditions. For example, AI can help reduce the amount of data that needs to be transmitted during a call, which is particularly useful when bandwidth is limited. Real-time services, including OTT voice, video, and conferencing applications (such as Microsoft Teams and WeChat), often encounter issues like degraded call quality, call interruptions, or audio loss when switching between cellular and Wi-Fi networks. Such switches can disrupt ongoing calls, leading to an unstable cross-platform user experience.
These switches are not just about changing networks; they are about maintaining the quality and continuity of user video or voice calls when transitioning between 5G and Wi-Fi networks.
Qualcomm’s X85 5G modem and RF utilize its integrated Qualcomm AI-enabled data traffic engine to optimize the switch from Wi-Fi to cellular networks, thereby reducing or even eliminating issues of audio loss or call interruptions.
Use case for switching from Wi-Fi to cellular networks
Typically, the Wi-Fi disconnection threshold set for cellular devices is not optimized for OTT services, resulting in all applications and services disconnecting from Wi-Fi simultaneously, which can negatively impact the end-user experience, causing interruptions before switching to the mobile network. Users may encounter such situations when they are on a video call and move from a Wi-Fi coverage area to a mobile network coverage area.
Qualcomm’s X85 5G modem and RF, equipped with the Qualcomm AI-enabled data traffic engine, can determine whether OTT voice, video, or conferencing is active. Once it predicts a decline in Wi-Fi signal quality, this AI-enhanced optimization solution can switch the OTT service line to the cellular network, thus avoiding network interruptions. All other traffic continues to use the default line. In practice, users will not notice any faults in the data connection or interruptions in audio/video.
Use case for switching from cellular networks to Wi-Fi
In this scenario, when moving from a cellular network coverage area to a Wi-Fi coverage area, the default line selection of the cellular terminal will immediately switch to the Wi-Fi network when Wi-Fi becomes available. Similarly, all OTT applications will also switch to the Wi-Fi network simultaneously, leading to a decline in signal quality or service interruption. The Qualcomm AI-enabled data traffic engine can determine whether OTT voice, video, or conferencing is active. When deemed active, its AI-enhanced optimization route will avoid switching the OTT service line to the Wi-Fi network, thus preventing any service interruptions. Therefore, this switching process will avoid interruptions or audio loss. Whether moving from a taxi into a hotel lobby’s Wi-Fi coverage area or switching from an office setting to a car with 5G network coverage, video calls can remain stable and clear, avoiding declines in audio or video quality. This advanced technology not only enhances user experience but also ensures that critical conversations (whether business discussions or personal calls) remain smooth and uninterrupted.
AI-enabled Wi-Fi aims to optimize power consumption and data traffic
Whether streaming favorite shows or simply browsing the web, AI continues to ensure these activities are completed smoothly and efficiently. In the past, users often faced issues like buffering and delays, especially when multiple devices were connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Today, AI-enhanced Wi-Fi solutions like Qualcomm FastConnect 7900 can detect and manage network traffic in real-time, achieving uninterrupted streaming experiences and fast browsing capabilities. These optimizations are designed to analyze the types of transmission traffic and prioritize them based on application needs. For example, video streaming requires a stable and high-bandwidth connection, while web browsing can tolerate slight fluctuations in data transfer speeds. Through intelligent resource allocation, AI helps prevent network congestion, ensuring that each connected device receives the necessary bandwidth for optimal performance.Another significant advantage of AI in the Wi-Fi domain is its ability to optimize power consumption. Depending on the applications currently running on the phone, devices powered by Qualcomm FastConnect 7900 can dynamically optimize power consumption based on traffic demands.Through intelligent resource allocation, AI helps prevent network congestion, ensuring that each connected device receives the necessary bandwidth for optimal performance.Embracing the future: AI-driven connectivity supports seamless digital experiencesConnectivity is an indispensable part of the mobile experience, especially in today’s digital and globally interconnected world. With Qualcomm’s X85 5G modem and RF and Qualcomm FastConnect 7900 supporting AI-enhanced connectivity, users can experience high-performance, dynamic, energy-efficient, and reliable 5G and Wi-Fi connections, enhancing experiences in applications like online gaming, video calls, and streaming. Qualcomm Technologies is leveraging AI not only to improve the way people connect but also to pave the way for a more integrated and efficient digital world.*This content is from the blog of Qualcomm Technologies product manager Jolie Lou and Qualcomm Technologies senior product manager Max Rodrigues.
