[ad_1] The tech firm said it was in the “process of responding” to the investigation, which started on December 3rd but wasn’t public knowledge until now. It maintained that its methods “do not violate” EU competition rules. The consequences of losing the case could be serious. The Commission could fine Qualcomm up to 10 percent […]
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Apple buys the ‘majority’ of Intel’s smartphone modem business
[ad_1] The arrangement still gives Intel the ability to develop modems for computers, Internet of Things devices and self-driving cars. It’s not completely out of the cellular chipset business, then, it’s just scaling back. This will let the chip designer focus on 5G in spaces where it “most closely aligns” with what its customers want. […]
Apple in ‘advanced’ discussions to buy Intel’s modem division
[ad_1] We’ve asked both Apple and Intel for comment. There have been not-so-subtle hints this might happen. Apple poached Intel’s 5G leader weeks before the Qualcomm deal, for one thing. It has also signaled more than once that it wants to develop its own cellular chipsets between job listings and a decision to add jobs […]
Mediatek’s 5G chipsets are ready for cheaper next-gen phones
[ad_1] MediaTek hardware is a mainstay of lower-end devices, like Nokia’s 5.1 Plus / X5 and Oppo’s R15, where price is a big factor. This 7-nanometer chip should hopefully offer a decent mix of power efficiency and speed, although don’t expect anyone at Qualcomm to feel too worried. The silicon will be available for companies […]
Intel is trying to sell its smartphone-modem business
[ad_1] Now, Intel is pivoting and looking to offload its smartphone-modem business as a whole, according to WSJ. Apple is still a possible buyer, though a few other companies have expressed interest and Intel is working with Goldman Sachs to facilitate negotiations. The deal will likely be worth a few billion dollars, though it’s all […]
Intel giving up on 5G tech explains Apple’s sudden Qualcomm settlement
[ad_1] In a move that accompanies today’s shocking settlement between Apple and Qualcomm, Intel has suddenly announced it’s not even going to try building 5G modems for smartphones. Apple had attempted to replace Qualcomm as a supplier for its modem chips with Intel, but reported issues with implementing 5G tech were a reason it’s not […]
Apple will add 1,200 jobs in Qualcomm’s hometown
[ad_1] It’s still early — Apple hasn’t even decided on a location for an eventual campus. Nearly 200 of the planned employees will be working in San Diego before the end of the year, though. While Apple hasn’t signaled just what its new San Diego hires will produce, they might focus on modems. The firm […]