
iPhone 16e’s C1 modem: Apple’s first step toward full chip independence?
Live MintTech giant Apple has officially introduced its first in-house iPhone modem, the C1, with the launch of the iPhone 16e, marking a significant step in the tech giant’s ongoing strategy to reduce its dependence on Qualcomm’s 5G chips. The C1 modem is being hailed as the most power-efficient modem ever featured in a smartphone, contributing to the iPhone 16e’s impressive battery life. Despite this limitation, the inclusion of Apple’s proprietary modem in the iPhone 16e underscores the company’s vision of self-reliance in chip development. While questions may arise regarding the C1’s performance compared to Qualcomm’s established offerings, Apple’s decision to debut the modem in the budget-friendly iPhone 16e may help ease consumer concerns and allow for broader testing in the market.
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