Qualcomm relies on its Shenzhen Innovation Center to integrate and strengthen its resources and investments in Shenzhen, equipped with multiple globally leading laboratories, and established the world's first “Technology Exhibition Center” for wireless communication and the Internet of Things (IoT) outside the U.S. It is committed to continuously bringing global innovation in wireless technology to China. In October 2016, Qualcomm Shenzhen Innovation Center was officially launched, equipped with multiple advanced laboratories, research and development technology, and customer engineering teams. While helping Chinese mobile phone manufacturers reduce development costs, it also provides on-site technical support to customers to accelerate the product launch process. In addition to expanding the field of smartphones, Qualcomm Shenzhen Innovation Center also focuses on applications in IoT, intelligent terminals, 5G, intelligent connected vehicles, smart cities, and other areas.