Qualcomm Snapdragon 835

Qualcomm's newest processor in its Snapdragon line, unveiled on Tuesday, is targeted for virtual reality experiences and runs on the next-generation 10-nanometer technology.

Qualcomm says that its newest chip, which succeeds the Snapdragon 820, launched at last year's CES, has made vast improvements, most notably in battery life and virtual reality capabilities.

On the virtual reality side, the Snapdragon 835 features faster 3D graphics and 60 times more colors. While the Snapdragon 820 has powered smartphones that support virtual reality, Kressin said the Snapdragon 835 will appear in next-generation virtual reality headsets.

The Snapdragon 835 is currently in production, and the first devices based on the processor will be shipping in the first half of 2017.