Apple ends its Qualcomm dependency with new C1 modem chip

Apple ends its Qualcomm dependency with the new C1 modem chip
Apple and Qualcomm's relationship has been strained for a decade and the iPhone 16e C1 chip is Apple's first move to cut ties once and for all.
Apple reveals first custom modem chip, shifting away from Qualcomm
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.
Apple's C1 modem in the iPhone 16e is proof that we don't need Qualcomm for 5G
It took Apple a big acquisition and many years, but it finally developed a modem worth replacing Qualcomm's with — what does that mean for Android?
iPhone 17 said to use MediaTek 5G modems instead of Apple’s C1 chip
Phone 17 5G modems will be made by MediaTek, as Apple moves away from Qualcomm. Future iPhones will use Apple's solutions instead.
Report: Apple's C1 Is Just the Beginning of Modem Changes
Apple plans to move away from Qualcomm modems in the Apple Watch while bolstering its new in-house alternatives, according to The
Apple can’t wait—new C2 modem already in testing
However, we can’t say we’re too surprised. Chip development isn’t an overnight endeavor so Apple needs to start work early if they hope to get it ready in time for future re
Apple's C1 modem is the first step towards 'a platform for generations,' executives say
The custom modem in the iPhone 16e lays the groundwork for future Apple projects, as the company intends to use its proprietary modems across future products.
Apple Already Testing a C2 Modem for iPhones, According to Leaker
Apple is already testing its second-generation C2 modem for future iPhone models, according to a leaker with a proven track record. A
Qualcomm, Intel, and Others Form Ambient IoT Coalition
The alliance will promote and contribute documentation and use cases, collaborating with other standardization efforts.
The iPhone 16e proves we do need Qualcomm for 5G in North America
The 16e is the first iPhone that uses Apple's new in-house C1 5G modem, which the company developed after a lot of expensive ...
Qualcomm Could Benefit Most From DeepSeek’s New, Smaller AI
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon. Qualcomm. While the Deep Seek Moment crashed most semiconductor stocks as investors feared lower ...
Qualcomm unveils India’s first Snapdragon experience zone at Mumbai’s Croma store
Croma and Qualcomm have introduced India's first Snapdragon Experience Zone at Croma's Juhu store in Mumbai. This initiative ...
Qualcomm: Portable AI Is Here
Qualcomm's strong growth, AI advancements, and undervalued stock potential, with a 25.88% upside. Learn why QCOM stock is a ...
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Qualcomm's New Chip Touts AI, Gaming Capabilities for Cheaper Phones
Qualcomm's newest processor, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, debuts Wednesday with a focus on bringing better gaming, photography and ...
Qualcomm brings generative AI to its cheap chips.
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 offers the usual performance bumps, but the big change is support for on-device generative AI — a ...
Croma Hosts Snapdragon’s First Offline Experience Zone in India – A New Era for Qualcomm
For years, Snapdragon has been the silent force behind many of the world’s leading smartphones, powering premium experiences ...
A Closer Look at Qualcomm's Options Market Dynamics
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga. Whether ...