Apple and Intel come closer after five years
4 days ago
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- Apple and Intel may be entering a new phase of technical cooperation despite Apple's previous move to develop its own M chips.
- Intel will act as a manufacturing partner for Apple, using its 18A process, but Apple retains full control over processor design.
- The partnership could help Apple diversify its manufacturing and reduce supply chain risks, especially with geopolitical tensions affecting semiconductor production.
- Initial Intel-manufactured chips will target entry-level devices like some iPads and MacBook Airs, with high-end chips remaining with TSMC.
- The collaboration is expected to start by 2027, though timelines may shift, and it represents a strategic move rather than a full reconciliation.