The new iPhone 16e is equipped with Apple's custom-designed C1 modem for 5G and LTE connectivity, whereas all other current iPhone models rely on Qualcomm modems. While the average customer is ...
A new Qualcomm study suggests the company’s modems outperform Apple’s first in-house modem chip, the C1 — particularly in challenging urban network conditions. The research from Cellular Insights, ...
This might just be the last time Apple is using Qualcomm modem on its flagship iPhones. Photo: Lewis Wallace/Cult of Mac An iPhone 17 Pro Max teardown confirms Apple sticking with Qualcomm’s modem for ...
Apple is making a major change with the iPhone 16e. It will no longer use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 5G modem. Instead, it will have Apple’s own C1 5G modem chip. This shift gives Apple more control over ...
Qualcomm has raised questions about Apple's decision to use its in-house C1 modem chip in the iPhone 16e. This stems from a study commissioned by the chipmaker, which suggested that its chips perform ...
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. rolled out its latest wireless connectivity technologies at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025, unveiling its latest modem for Android smartphones and two platforms under the ...
Apple is planning a major shift for the Fall 2026 iPhone 18 Pro models, reportedly swapping Qualcomm modems for its in-house C2 components. This move offers full control and cost savings but places ...
Qualcomm believes its latest X85 5G modem will set a "huge delta" between the performance of high-end Android devices and Apple devices, largely thanks to its AI-powered features. Announced at this ...