Apple plans to transition from Qualcomm's 5G modems to in-house chips by 2027, starting with the 2025 iPhone SE 4 and iPhone 17 Slim models.

Apple is set to transition from Qualcomm's 5G modems to its own in-house chips, with shipments expected to surge from 35-40 million units in 2025 to 160-180 million by 2027. Industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo forecasts that this shift will start with the 2025 iPhone SE 4 and iPhone 17 Slim models. This move aligns with Apple's strategy to enhance control over its hardware, following its acquisition of Intel's 5G modem division in 2019.

September 06, 2024
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