Intel's smartphone modem business acquired by Apple for $1bn
5 years, 7 months ago

Intel's smartphone modem business acquired by Apple for $1bn

India TV News  

Apple has announced the acquisition of chip-maker Intel's smartphone modem business for $1 billion. Also, read: Google ventures with its e-commerce shopping platform to take on Amazon Approximately 2,200 Intel employees will join Apple, along with intellectual property, equipment and leases, the Cupertino-based iPhone maker said in a statement late Thursday. "This agreement enables us to focus on developing technology for the 5G network while retaining critical intellectual property and modem technology that our team has created," said Intel CEO Bob Swan. "We're looking forward to putting our full effort into 5G where it most closely aligns with the needs of our global customer base, including network operators, telecommunications equipment manufacturers and cloud service providers," he added.

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Samsung Broadens AI Phone Lineup With $300 5G Galaxy Models
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3 weeks ago

Samsung Broadens AI Phone Lineup With $300 5G Galaxy Models

Deccan Chronicle  

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Apple announces $500 billion investment including huge AI factory
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Apple announces $500 billion investment including huge AI factory

The Independent  

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"Squishy": Apple's $500B investment comes amid tariff threat
3 weeks, 6 days ago

"Squishy": Apple's $500B investment comes amid tariff threat

Salon  

Apple revealed a plan on Monday to spend $500 billion in the United States over the next four years, an announcement touted as the company's “largest-ever spend commitment.” But it may not be as impressive as it seems. Andrew Ross Sorkin, co-anchor of CNBC’s "Squawk Box" and a financial columnist for The New York Times, described Apple’s monetary pledge as …

Apple announces $500bn investment in the US
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Apple announces $500bn investment in the US

Al Jazeera  

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Apple finally launches its in-house modem with iPhone 16e, moving away from Qualcomm. Here's why it matters
1 month ago

Apple finally launches its in-house modem with iPhone 16e, moving away from Qualcomm. Here's why it matters

Firstpost  

Apple’s new modem is part of what it calls the C1 subsystem, a set of key components designed to improve performance, efficiency, and battery life. The company has spent years testing the modem with 180 carriers across 55 countries to ensure it works globally Apple’s modem may be a major milestone, but it’s not perfect — yet. This new modem …

Apple reveals first custom modem chip, shifting away from Qualcomm
1 month ago

Apple reveals first custom modem chip, shifting away from Qualcomm

Deccan Chronicle  

Sunnyvale: Apple on Wednesday revealed its first custom-designed modem chip that will help connect iPhones to wireless data networks, a move that will make the company less reliant on chips from Qualcomm that also power its Android rivals. Qualcomm chips also power Android gadgets and Windows laptops that compete with Apple's devices. New platform with global compatibility The C1 subsystem …

Apple reveals first custom modem chip, shifting away from Qualcomm
1 month ago

Apple reveals first custom modem chip, shifting away from Qualcomm

The Hindu  

Apple on Wednesday revealed its first custom-designed modem chip that will help connect iPhones to wireless data networks, a move that will make the company less reliant on chips from Qualcomm that also power its Android rivals. Qualcomm chips also power Android gadgets and Windows laptops that compete with Apple's devices. NEW PLATFORM WITH GLOBAL COMPATIBILITY The C1 subsystem is …

Apple logs 'best quarter ever but iPhone sales dip despite AI rollout
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Apple logs 'best quarter ever but iPhone sales dip despite AI rollout

Hindustan Times  

Despite logging what its CEO called the “best quarter ever”, smartphone giant Apple's sales growth fell short of market expectations as iPhone sales dipped slightly during the holiday-season despite AI rollout. ‘Best quarter ever’ The company posted a profit of $36.3 billion, with CEO Tim Cook calling it “the best quarter ever.” Apple reported a record revenue of $124.3 billion …

Apple's stock at all time high, tech co back as most valuable company thanks to Apple Intelligence
3 months ago

Apple's stock at all time high, tech co back as most valuable company thanks to Apple Intelligence

Firstpost  

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Apple chip supplier Broadcom hits $1 trillion market valuation for first time
3 months, 1 week ago

Apple chip supplier Broadcom hits $1 trillion market valuation for first time

Hindustan Times  

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Apple nears switch to in-house Bluetooth and Wi-Fi chip for iPhone, smart home, Bloomberg reports
3 months, 1 week ago

Apple nears switch to in-house Bluetooth and Wi-Fi chip for iPhone, smart home, Bloomberg reports

Live Mint  

Dec 12 - Apple is planning to switch to a homegrown chip for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections for its devices starting next year, a move that will phase out some parts currently supplied by Broadcom, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday. The chip, code-named Proxima, has been under development for several years and is now slated to go into the first …

Apple Is Going To Part Ways With Qualcomm Completely By 2027? Here's What We Know
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple Is Going To Part Ways With Qualcomm Completely By 2027? Here's What We Know

ABP News  

Apple is gearing up to launch its highly anticipated line of cellular modem chips next year, marking a significant step towards reducing its reliance on Qualcomm, according to a Bloomberg report. Qualcomm, a leader in modem chips that power mobile data connectivity, has already signalled to investors that Apple plans to phase out its use of Qualcomm components. Investors are …

Apple's 5G Modem to Debut in 2025, Aims to Overtake Qualcomm
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple's 5G Modem to Debut in 2025, Aims to Overtake Qualcomm

Deccan Chronicle  

Apple’s in-house modem system is set to debut next year and it will replace components from long-term partner, Qualcomm. Apple planned to bring out its in-house modem to market in 2021, where it invested billions of dollars setting up labs as well as acquired Intel’s modem group for about $1 billion and also hired engineers from other companies but it …

Xiaomi to develop its own chipset like Apple and Google
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Xiaomi to develop its own chipset like Apple and Google

The Hindu  

Since Apple’s switch away from Intel in 2020, a few other smartphone makers are testing the waters on designing their own silicon. The next year’s Pixel devices could possibly get the company’s own custom chipset. Such semiconductor plans, pursued by American smartphone brands, are making the Chinese rivals to design their own chipsets.For example, Xiaomi is reportedly developing its own …

Apple in talks with Foxconn to build AI servers to boost computing power as Apple Intelligence demand grows
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple in talks with Foxconn to build AI servers to boost computing power as Apple Intelligence demand grows

Firstpost  

Apple’s gearing up to supercharge its Apple Intelligence services, and it’s eyeing Foxconn for help. With Apple Intelligence — its fancy suite of AI features — taking centre stage, the company wants to up its computing game by building custom servers The idea is to use Apple Silicon to power these AI servers, the same chip tech that’s already humming …

Qualcomm exploring a chance to buy a chunk of Intel's chip design business
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Qualcomm exploring a chance to buy a chunk of Intel's chip design business

Firstpost  

Intel, which has faced financial struggles recently, is reportedly looking to offload some of its business units in a bid to generate cash. Qualcomm has been assessing various segments of Intel’s design business, including its client PC design division For Qualcomm, acquiring parts of Intel’s chip design business could provide a strategic opportunity to expand its reach into new markets. …

Apple poised to launch its late start in the AI race with ambitions to overtake the early leaders
9 months, 1 week ago

Apple poised to launch its late start in the AI race with ambitions to overtake the early leaders

The Independent  

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Apple To Continue Using Qualcomm Modems For iPhones Till 2027: Here’s Why
1 year, 1 month ago

Apple To Continue Using Qualcomm Modems For iPhones Till 2027: Here’s Why

News 18  

Apple has decided to extend its deal with Qualcomm to use its modems for iPhones going all the way till 2027. The new deal means Apple can use Qualcomm’s modem for iPhone models till March, 2027. Some of you might remember that Apple acquired Intel’s modem chip business a few years back, which was going to be the platform on …

Qualcomm to supply Apple with 5G chips until 2026 under new deal
1 year, 6 months ago

Qualcomm to supply Apple with 5G chips until 2026 under new deal

The Hindu  

Qualcomm on Monday said it had signed a new deal with Apple to supply 5G chips to the iPhone maker until at least 2026. The San Diego, California-based firm previously signed a supply deal with Apple in 2019, after the two companies settled a protracted legal battle. Under the deal announced Monday, Qualcomm said it will supply Apple with chips …

Qualcomm Believes Apple Will Use Its Own 5G Modem For iPhones Next Year
2 years ago

Qualcomm Believes Apple Will Use Its Own 5G Modem For iPhones Next Year

News 18  

Qualcomm CEO said that it is expecting that Apple may move into making in-house 5G modem chips for its 2024 iPhones, at the Mobile World Congress 2023 in Barcelona. Although Apple’s most recent iPhone 14 models use Qualcomm modems, the company has been attempting to go it solo in the wireless connectivity market for several years, reports CNBC. “We’re making …

Apple plans to use latest chip tech by Taiwan TSMC in iPhones, Macs
2 years, 6 months ago

Apple plans to use latest chip tech by Taiwan TSMC in iPhones, Macs

The Hindu  

Apple Inc. is planning to use an updated version of Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC's latest chip producing technology in iPhones and Macbooks next year, the Nikkei Asia newspaper reported on Wednesday. The A17 mobile processor, which is currently under development, will be mass-produced using TSMC's N3E chipmaking tech, expected to be available in the second half of next year, the report …

Apple's chip manufacturer hints iPhone 14 may get 3nm A16 processor next year
3 years, 3 months ago

Apple's chip manufacturer hints iPhone 14 may get 3nm A16 processor next year

India Today  

Apple’s main chipset manufacturer and supplier, TSMC, has reportedly begun the trials of its 3nm chipset, rekindling the speculation that next year’s iPhone 14 will use the new process on the A16 processor. A pilot production of tapeouts will mean the foundry may be on track to mass produce the 3nm chipsets next year. The Information previously reported that 3nm …

Qualcomm can keep growing without Apple, analysts say
3 years, 4 months ago

Qualcomm can keep growing without Apple, analysts say

The Hindu  

Investors once believed that Qualcomm Inc's fortunes rose and fell with Apple Inc's iPhone, which uses a key "modem" chip from the San Diego company to connect to mobile data networks. But as Qualcomm prepares for an investor presentation on Tuesday where it will outline plans to land its chips in everything from virtual reality headsets to self-driving cars to …

Apple to slash iPhone 13 production on chip shortages
3 years, 5 months ago

Apple to slash iPhone 13 production on chip shortages

Al Jazeera  

Apple Inc. is likely to slash its projected iPhone 13 production targets for 2021 by as many as 10 million units as prolonged chip shortages hit its flagship product, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The company had expected to produce 90 million new iPhone models in the last three months of the year, but it’s now telling …

Apple's 2023 iPhones are Expected to Feature its Own 5G Modem Design: Report
3 years, 10 months ago

Apple's 2023 iPhones are Expected to Feature its Own 5G Modem Design: Report

News 18  

Apple is reportedly gearing up to move away from Qualcomm and shift to its own, custom 5G modem chip within two years’ time. According to MacRumors, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo stated in an investor note that starting 2023, Apple should have its own 5G modem design as part of the 2023 iPhones, therefore removing its reliance on Qualcomm entirely. Word about …

Why Apple has chips for iPhones while Ford got caught short
3 years, 10 months ago

Why Apple has chips for iPhones while Ford got caught short

The Hindu  

On the same day that Ford Motor Co said it would be able to produce only half as many cars as planned due to a global chip shortage, Apple Inc announced blowout quarterly earnings as smartphone and computer sales soared, with the chip shortage having only a small impact on its business. The uneven impact of the chip shortage was …

Why Apple has chips for iPhones while many companies got caught short
3 years, 10 months ago

Why Apple has chips for iPhones while many companies got caught short

Live Mint  

On the same day that Ford Motor Co said it would be able to produce only half as many cars as planned due to a global chip shortage, Apple Inc announced blowout quarterly earnings as smartphone and computer sales soared, with the chip shortage having only a small impact on its business. Apple said Wednesday that it would lose $3 …

Qualcomm announces new flagship 5G smartphone chips
4 years, 3 months ago

Qualcomm announces new flagship 5G smartphone chips

The Hindu  

Qualcomm Inc on Tuesday announced a new flagship smartphone chip that will feature enhanced gaming and photo abilities and will be manufactured by Samsung Electronics Co Ltd's chipmaking division. It is the first time Samsung, which competes fiercely with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, has made Qualcomm's flagship chip on its new 5-nanometer process for smartphones. This year's chip focused on …

Apple strikes new deal with UK chipmaker it sidelined in 2017
5 years, 2 months ago

Apple strikes new deal with UK chipmaker it sidelined in 2017

Live Mint  

Los Angeles: UK chip designer Imagination Technologies Group Plc said it’s struck a new license agreement with Apple Inc., reviving a business relationship that had all but ended in recent years. The company, which was sold to Chinese buyout firm Canyon Bridge Capital Partners for 500 million pounds in September 2017, said Thursday it “formed a new multi-year license agreement …

Intel says Qualcomm forced it out of market with unfair patent licensing practises
5 years, 3 months ago

Intel says Qualcomm forced it out of market with unfair patent licensing practises

Firstpost  

Intel was Qualcomm’s chief rival in modem chips and sold the components to Apple for the iPhone. Intel Corp sold its smartphone modem chip business to Apple Inc at “a multi-billion dollar loss,” the US chipmaker said in a court filing on Friday, alleging that rival Qualcomm Inc forced it out of the market. In a 233-page decision issued in …

Apple will reportedly use Qualcomm's 5G modem chips on its next iPhone range
5 years, 4 months ago

Apple will reportedly use Qualcomm's 5G modem chips on its next iPhone range

Firstpost  

Apple is said to be moving forward to launch the first lineup of 5G-enabled iPhones next year. Earlier this year, Apple acquired Intel’s 5G modem business indicating that it will be heading towards building its own homegrown modems for its iPhones. Nikkei’s claim of Apple using Qualcomm chips suggests that its own modems aren’t ready for deployment next year. The …

Apple's $1billion Intel splurge is about more than a 5G iPhone
5 years, 7 months ago

Apple's $1billion Intel splurge is about more than a 5G iPhone

Wired  

WIRED Apple has acquired the majority of Intel’s smartphone modem business – the part that connects devices to Wi-Fi and cellular networks – for a hefty $1 billion. “There weren't that many obvious contenders to buy the group, and Apple has been known for a long while to be wanting to get more control over its own technology.” Apple has …

Apple buys Intel's smartphone modem division for $1 billion in push for chip independence
5 years, 7 months ago

Apple buys Intel's smartphone modem division for $1 billion in push for chip independence

The Hindu  

Apple took a major step toward supplying its own smartphone chips by purchasing the majority of Intel’s modem business in a deal valued at $1 billion, the companies said on Thursday. Combined with its existing portfolio, Apple will have 17,000 wireless technology patents, ranging from cellular communication standards to modems, making it a more powerful player in global licensing talks …

Apple to buy Intel unit for $1 billion, to get 2,200 new employees
5 years, 7 months ago

Apple to buy Intel unit for $1 billion, to get 2,200 new employees

Live Mint  

Apple Inc. is buying Intel Corp.’s struggling cellular modem unit, bringing on key engineering talent and patents that will allow the technology giant to more quickly develop crucial components to connect its devices to the mobile internet. Swan said that Intel has “long respected Apple" and that he’s “confident they provide the right environment for this talented team and these …

Apple acquires Intel's smartphone modem business for $1 billion
5 years, 7 months ago

Apple acquires Intel's smartphone modem business for $1 billion

India Today  

Earlier this week, reports indicated that Apple was in advanced talks with Intel to acquire its smartphone modem business. And now just days later, Apple officially announced that it is acquiring Intel's smartphone modem business for $1 billion. Apart from Intel's talent pool, Apple will also get a hold of nearly 17,000 patents ranging from protocols for cellular standards to …

Apple buys Intel’s smartphone modem division for $1 billion
5 years, 7 months ago

Apple buys Intel’s smartphone modem division for $1 billion

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Apple is paying Intel $1 billion for the chip maker’s smartphone modem division in a deal driven by the upcoming transition to the next generation of wireless technology. Apple’s purchase of Intel’s smartphone modem patents and other technology could bolster its attempt to build its own line 5G chips and lessen its dependence on Qualcomm. “This is …

Apple buys majority of Intel modem business in a deal valued at $1 billion
5 years, 7 months ago

Apple buys majority of Intel modem business in a deal valued at $1 billion

Firstpost  

Apple has always relied on outside suppliers for modem chips that connect devices to a wireless network. Apple Inc took a major step toward supplying its own smartphone chips by purchasing the majority of Intel Corp’s modem business in a deal valued at $1 billion, the companies said on Thursday. Combined with its existing portfolio, Apple will have 17,000 wireless …

Apple to buy majority of Intel's modem chip business for $1 billion
5 years, 7 months ago

Apple to buy majority of Intel's modem chip business for $1 billion

Live Mint  

Apple Inc said on Thursday it would buy the majority of Intel Corp's smartphone modem business for $1 billion, months after the chipmaker announced plans to exit the 5G modem chip business. Apple will hold over 17,000 wireless technology patents and take on about 2,200 Intel employees after the completion of the deal, the iPhone maker said. Intel had positioned …

Apple reportedly planning to buy Intel's 5G smartphone modem business for $1 billion
5 years, 8 months ago

Apple reportedly planning to buy Intel's 5G smartphone modem business for $1 billion

India Today  

Apple is in advanced talks with Intel to buy its 5G smartphone modem business, a move that will help the iPhone maker to take control of the critical component that would be powering its 5G iPhones in the near future. Intel back in April this year announced that it was leaving the 5G smartphone modem business after Apple in a …

Apple's 5G iPhones to sport Qualcomm, Samsung chips
5 years, 11 months ago

Apple's 5G iPhones to sport Qualcomm, Samsung chips

Live Mint  

San Francisco: Apple is expected to release a 5G-equipped iPhone in 2020 powered by chipsets from Qualcomm and Samsung that would take the total iPhone shipments to 195-200 million units in two years, according to Apple expert and predictor Ming-Chi Kuo. "We expect Apple will likely adopt 5G baseband chips made by Qualcomm and Samsung for lowering supply risk, reducing …

Qualcomm stocks are up by 23 percent following its surprise settlement with Apple
5 years, 11 months ago

Qualcomm stocks are up by 23 percent following its surprise settlement with Apple

Firstpost  

The surge in Qualcomm shares from regular trading has been its biggest gain in more than 19 years. Qualcomm Inc on Tuesday won a major victory in its wide-ranging legal dispute with Apple Inc as the companies reached a surprise settlement that called for the iPhone to once again use Qualcomm modem chips. Intel Corp, which had been Apple’s sole …

Apple, Qualcomm settle bitter dispute over iPhone technology
5 years, 11 months ago

Apple, Qualcomm settle bitter dispute over iPhone technology

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Apple and mobile chip maker Qualcomm have settled a bitter financial dispute centered on some of the technology that enables iPhones to connect to the internet. Qualcomm also held another bargaining chip: It makes the modem chips needed for future smartphones to work with the next generation of high-speed wireless networks known as “5G.” Two of Apple’s …

Qualcomm and Apple settle their fight, Intel exits 5G modem business
5 years, 11 months ago

Qualcomm and Apple settle their fight, Intel exits 5G modem business

India Today  

Qualcomm and Apple on Tuesday decided to settle their lawsuits, putting an end to their ongoing legal battle around the world. Earlier reports suggested that the launch of a 5G iPhone by Apple might be inevitably delayed owing to a multitude of factors including Intel missing developmental deadlines for its 5G smartphone modem and lack of a suitable alternative to …

Apple is seeking $27 billion in damages from Qualcomm licensing trials
5 years, 11 months ago

Apple is seeking $27 billion in damages from Qualcomm licensing trials

Firstpost  

Apple Inc and its allies on Monday will kick off a jury trial against chip supplier Qualcomm Inc in San Diego, alleging that Qualcomm engaged in illegal patent licensing practices and seeking up to $27 billion in damages. For Apple, the trial is about the freedom to determine its own technology path for blockbuster products by buying chips without having …

Intel denies reports of its delay in 5G modem production for next-gen Apple iPhones
5 years, 11 months ago

Intel denies reports of its delay in 5G modem production for next-gen Apple iPhones

Firstpost  

Apple will be housing Intel’s 5G modems for its iPhones which are expected to be released next year The 5G revolution is almost upon us, and a lot of smartphone makers have already promised 5G-ready smartphones for 2019. Apple will be housing Intel’s 5G modems for its iPhones which are expected to be released next year. A report on 4 …

Qualcomm takes Apple to court over patent issue ahead of major anti-trust lawsuit
6 years ago

Qualcomm takes Apple to court over patent issue ahead of major anti-trust lawsuit

Firstpost  

Qualcomm Inc on Monday kicks off a patent challenge to Apple Inc, capping off a two-year legal strategy to put pressure on the iPhone maker before a major antitrust lawsuit between the two goes to trial in April. Qualcomm, the world’s biggest maker of mobile chips, alleges in federal court in San Diego that Apple violated three of its patents, …

Apple to resume selling of older iPhone models in Germany with Qualcomm chips
6 years, 1 month ago

Apple to resume selling of older iPhone models in Germany with Qualcomm chips

Firstpost  

Apple began phasing in Intel’s modem chips in 2016 after years of using chips exclusively from Qualcomm. Apple Inc said Thursday that it will resume selling older iPhone models in its stores in Germany, where they were banned last year due to a patent infringement ruling. The iPhones will be sold in Germany only with chips from Qualcomm Inc, instead …

Apple concedes that Qualcomm was the only 4G-ready chip source
6 years, 2 months ago

Apple concedes that Qualcomm was the only 4G-ready chip source

Live Mint  

Qualcomm Inc. lawyers got Apple Inc. to concede that when the mobile phone industry transitioned to 4G, the iPhone maker didn’t have anywhere else to go for key components. The admission on January 18 by Matthias Sauer, Apple’s director of cellular systems architecture, is the kind of point Qualcomm will have to score in front of US District Judge Lucy …

Apple Claims Qualcomm Refused to Sell Chipsets for iPhones
6 years, 2 months ago

Apple Claims Qualcomm Refused to Sell Chipsets for iPhones

The Quint  

Apple reportedly dialed Intel's CEO at the time, Brian Krzanich, to ask the company to supply all modems needed for the iPhone instead of only half the volume. We were working toward doing that with Qualcomm, but in the end they would not support us or sell us chips," the report quoted William as saying. Mollenkopf on Friday had said …

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