5G technology could cost Apple $21 for each future iPhone
Apple could pay up to $21 per future iPhone to implement 5G technology. Much of this could go to Qualcomm, although that could change.
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Qualcomm admits Apple’s only using Intel modems in 2018 iPhones
The upcoming 2018 iPhone lineup might only use Intel-based modems. This news comes from Qualcomm, which says its modems won’t be used in this year’s phones.
Qualcomm celebrates ‘superior cellular performance’ of Android phones
Qualcomm on Monday is celebrating recently announced Ookla download speed tests that pitted its Snapdragon 845 chip against the Intel XMM 7480.
Qualcomm clears major hurdle to bring 5G to iPhone and other smart devices
Bringing 5G networking to mobile devices hasn’t been an easy process. However, it looks like Qualcomm has passed a significant hurdle to make it a reality.
After HomePod, MediaTek wants to provide modems for iPhone
MediaTek hopes to replace Qualcomm as one of Apple’s modem chip providers for iPhone in the coming years. For now, it will celebrate working on HomePod.
In latest legal move, Apple fights Qualcomm over four US patents
Apple’s long-running licensing dispute with Qualcomm landed in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office on Thursday. At issue are four Qualcomm patents.
Intel begins production on modems for the 2018 iPhones
Intel is now making modems that will be used for the 2018 iPhone lineup. The XMM 7560 is the first Intel modem to support both CDMA and GSM.
Judge punishes Apple for withholding documents in FTC’s lawsuit against Qualcomm
Company ordered to pay $25,000 for each day that it fails to produce the evidence starting December 16.
Qualcomm files 3 new suits against Apple, seeks ban on latest iPhones
Apple’s battle with Qualcomm shows no sign of slowing down. Just in the last few days Apple filed a counterclaim against Qualcomm. The company has now seemingly retaliated with three more patent claims back at Apple. Additionally, they are looking to ban the iPhone 8 and iPhone X from sale in the US.
Qualcomm’s new anti-Apple suit targets new iPhones, A10 chip, dual-lens cameras & more
Grab your popcorn, folks!
Apple sues Qualcomm, saying Snapdragon chips infringe on its patents
Appel says Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chips that are widely used in a number of Android handsets infringe on its patents.
KGI: 2018 iPhones will feature faster LTE via updated Intel & Qualcomm modems
Both modems support 4×4 MIMO technology that enables significantly faster LTE transmissions.