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Tuesday 7 October 2025
Qualcomm shifts GPU strategy, refocuses on real-world AI efficiency
The year 2025 has brought many changes to the mobile industry. Apple launched its self-developed modem chip in the iPhone 16e, followed by Xiaomi's Xuanjie O1, its high-profile self-developed...
Wednesday 24 September 2025
Qualcomm outlines AI-driven future and 6G rollout at Snapdragon Summit 2025
At the 2025 Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm marked the tenth anniversary of its flagship event. CEO Christiano Amon, during his keynote address on the opening day, presented a forward-looking...
Thursday 11 September 2025
Apple reduces reliance on Broadcom with in-house N1 chip for iPhone 17
Apple has reached a new milestone in its self-developed chips. Following the A and M series processors, as well as the debut of the C1 modem chip on the iPhone 16e in early 2025,...
Tuesday 9 September 2025
Apple to unveil new products in annual event as 5G modem chip strategy evolves
Apple's much-anticipated annual event is scheduled for September 10 at 1 a.m. Taiwan time, where several new products, including the iPhone series, Apple Watch, and AirPods Pro, are...
Wednesday 20 August 2025
Apple leak reveals ultra-low-cost MacBook as A- and M-series chip lines blur
Apple's latest beta software has exposed code detailing upcoming processors across its product lineup, confirming some rumors while contradicting earlier reports from outlets including...
Sunday 6 July 2025
From behind the curve: Apple and Xiaomi chase long-dominated 5G modem self-reliance
Apple and Xiaomi are doubling down on efforts to develop in-house 5G baseband chips, joining a race long dominated by tech heavyweights like Qualcomm and MediaTek. Both companies...
Tuesday 3 June 2025
Modem independence proves elusive as Apple and Xiaomi grapple with custom designs
Apple's first real effort to cut ties with Qualcomm's modem dominance appears to have stumbled out of the gate. Qualcomm commissioned Cellular Insights to run real-world 5G tests...
Wednesday 28 May 2025
Qualcomm throws cold data on Apple’s C1 modem debut
A study commissioned by Qualcomm Inc. found that its modem chips worked better than a rival component developed by Apple Inc., especially for cellular customers in dense urban area...
Monday 26 May 2025
Xiaomi enters 3nm race, but Lei Jun says it's no Apple showdown
Xiaomi has launched its first self-designed 3nm system-on-chip, the XRing O1, positioning it as the cornerstone of a broader push into advanced semiconductors. Debuting inside both...
Wednesday 7 May 2025
As Qualcomm stalls in China, MediaTek powers up
Recently, the two major Android SoC brands, MediaTek and Qualcomm, have shared their market outlooks. Both companies maintain a positive view of their non-smartphone business performance...
Wednesday 16 April 2025
Xiaomi's first in-house SoC set to launch, led by ex-Qualcomm veteran
Xiaomi is restructuring its mobile division ahead of the launch of its first in-house smartphone SoC, branded "Xuanjie." According to ICsmart and Guancha, the company...
Wednesday 26 February 2025
MediaTek debuts 5G-advanced M90 modem at MWC 2025 with AI, satellite integration
MediaTek will unveil its 5G-Advanced M90 modem at MWC 2025 Barcelona, offering peak download speeds of up to 12Gbps. Built on 3GPP Release 17 and Release 18 standards, the M90 also...
Monday 24 February 2025
Apple reportedly developing C2 modem chip
Apple's recently launched iPhone 16e features its first self-developed C1 modem chip, marking a crucial milestone in its efforts to reduce dependence on Qualcomm. The initiative aims...
Friday 21 February 2025
Apple's C1 chip highlights progress in autonomy, threatens Qualcomm's market share
Apple's recent launch of the entry-level iPhone 16e marks a significant milestone in the company's journey toward greater self-sufficiency in technology. A standout feature of this...
Friday 21 February 2025
Apple's C1 modem faces market skepticism: Can it rival Qualcomm?
Apple has officially launched its newest budget-friendly model, the iPhone 16e, which is equipped with the company's self-developed modem chip, the C1. The market is keenly observing...