Apple provide chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo as we speak stated that at the very least one iPhone 17 mannequin launching subsequent yr will likely be geared up with an Apple-designed Wi-Fi 7 chip. For years, Apple has additionally been rumored to be creating its personal in-house 5G chip for iPhones, and Kuo has since supplied some clarification about Apple’s plans.
Earlier this month, 9to5Mac reported that Apple’s in-house 5G chip would “additionally deal with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS,” however Kuo disagrees. He instructed us that Apple’s 5G and Wi-Fi chips are at the moment “two completely different chips” that can roll out within the iPhone 17 and different units beginning within the second half of 2025. Kuo stated the chips will likely be utilized in units “concurrently.” If this info is correct, that guidelines out the rumored all-in-one Apple chip for 5G, Wi-Fi, and different connectivity, however that might stay a future risk.
Kuo stated the iPhone SE 4 rumored to launch in March will likely be geared up with an Apple-designed 5G modem, however a Broadcom-supplied Wi-Fi chip.
“Ranging from 2H25, each Apple’s 5G and Wi-Fi chips will step by step be utilized in new merchandise concurrently,” stated Kuo, in a follow-up social media publish as we speak. “Nonetheless, since these are two completely different chips (utilizing completely different TSMC processes), the early switch-over timelines will differ as a consequence of separate manufacturing schedules. For instance, the iPhone SE4 will transfer to an Apple 5G modem however nonetheless use a Broadcom Wi-Fi chip.”
Kuo additionally expects Apple’s 5G modem for use within the rumored ultra-thin iPhone 17 mannequin.
Learn our earlier story for extra particulars about Apple’s rumored Wi-Fi 7 chip for the iPhone 17.
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