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The Snapdragon 850 is a Qualcomm processor designed for Windows 10 on ARM devices. Discussions on WindowsForum.com highlight its role in second-generation ARM64 hardware, such as tablets from Samsung and Lenovo, offering improved performance for developers and users. Topics include official support for ARM64 app development via Visual Studio 15.9, Microsoft Store submissions, and the processor's ability to run 64-bit ARM applications. The Snapdragon 850 enables always-connected, power-efficient Windows devices, with community threads covering compatibility, performance benchmarks, and troubleshooting tips for these ARM-based systems.
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    Windows 11 26H2 Is the Last Update for Snapdragon 850 PCs, Support Ends in 2028

    Microsoft has set an end date for the Snapdragon 850, the chip behind the second wave of Windows on Arm laptops. Its Windows 11 lifecycle documentation now says Windows 11, version 26H2 is the last version that will support devices with Snapdragon 850 processors. These machines can install the...