Where Is Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite Dev Kit?
Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite Dev Kit faced availability and shipping delays, disappointing customers. Confusion arose from coordination issues with distributor Arrow, raising doubts about production estimates and demand. Concerns about Linux support and skepticism towards order handling persist.
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Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite Dev Kit, marketed as a powerful tool for developers, faced issues with availability and shipping delays. Despite initial promises of availability on June 18, the product quickly went out of stock, leaving many potential buyers disappointed. Some customers reported significant delays in shipping dates, with estimates stretching as far as 2026. Qualcomm's coordination with Arrow, the distributor, seemed to have caused confusion and frustration among customers. The situation led to questions about Qualcomm's production estimates and the demand for the Snapdragon Dev Kit. While some users were eager to test the device's capabilities, concerns were raised about the rough edges in Linux support for the X Elite model. The ongoing shipping delays and uncertainties surrounding the product's availability have left customers skeptical about the handling of orders and the accuracy of shipping information provided.
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