QualcommwithApplesThe cooperation was extended again to theirModemChipsThe license agreement will be extended until March 2027. This means:ApplesWill still dependQualcommtechnology to support itMobile phonesof5gFunction. AlthoughApplesIt was planned to develop it in-house5gBaseband chips, but due to some technical and patent issues, they had to continue withQualcommCooperate.
ApplesSelf-developed5gBaseband chipsprogress has not been as good as one would have liked. ApplesI acquired it in 2019IntelofBaseband chipsbusiness, which is considered to be solvedApplesIn5gAn important move in the field of shortcomings. However,ApplesSome problems were encountered during the research and development process. First of allIntelThere is a defect in the **ApplesIt takes more time to rewrite**. Secondly,ApplesIn self-development5gBaseband chipsshould be avoided as much as possibleQualcommwithEricssonand other companies' patents, which increases the difficulty of self-development.
AlthoughApplesThere were difficulties, however, they still wanted to be able to launch their own5gBaseband chips。According to the report,ApplesOriginally planned in the new generationiphoneSE is the first attempt to develop in-house5gChips。However, due to the fact that R&D is not progressing as expected,**iphoneThe release of SE was also postponed. After that, there was newsApplesMass production of the self-developed product is planned to begin in the second half of 20255gChipsand apply it directlyiphone17, withQualcommofChipsMix and use.
ApplesFaced with self-development5gChipsThere are two main challenges. First of all,Applesin acquisitionsIntelBaseband chipsAfter the business, it was discoveredIntelThere is a problem and it needs to be rewritten. This means:ApplesIt takes more time and resources to develop and optimize your own5gChips。Secondly,ApplesIn self-development5gChipsIn particular, it is necessary to avoid the patents of other companiesQualcommwithEricssonand other companies' patents. That's rightApplesThis was a huge challenge for the R&D team, as they needed to find new solutions to avoid patent disputes while guaranteeingChipsperformance and stability.
In addition,5gThe complexity of the technology itself and further development also givesApplesSelf-developed5gChipsBrings additional pressure. 5gThe technology has a higher frequency and more complex network structure than 4G, which leads to:5gChipsThe complexity of design and optimization increases. ApplesMore resources and efforts need to be invested to solve these technical challenges and ensure in-house developmentChipsThe performance and quality can meet the needs of users.
AlthoughApplesFaced with self-development5gChipsof all kinds of challenges, they still chose to work withQualcommRenew, continue to rely onQualcommtechnology to support their ownMobile phonesProducts. There's something behind thatApplesA range of reasons for this decision.
First of all,QualcommAs the world's leadingChips**One of the merchants, with strong technology and patent strength. In5gTechnical field,Qualcommhas been in the leading position, and with many people worldwideMobile phonesManufacturers have established cooperative relationships. withQualcommCooperation can makeApplesGet high quality5gModemChipsand make sure itsMobile phonesIn5gStability and performance in the network environment.
Secondly, withQualcommCollaboration can also helpApplesSave R&D costs and time. Self-developed5gBaseband chipsIt takes a lot of R&D investment and time to work withQualcommCollaboration can be obtained quickly and reliably5gtechnology and apply itApplesproducts. This is for youApplesis a more cost-effective and efficient option.
In addition, withQualcommCollaboration can also helpApplesCopeMarket competitionPressure. Currently,5gTechnology has become a major oneMobile phonesThe focus of the manufacturer,ApplesNeed to secure your ownMobile phonesIn5gTimes has strong competitiveness. withQualcommCooperation can makeApplesIn5gThe technical aspects remain with the otherMobile phonesCompetitive advantage for manufacturers.
To sum up, thoughApplesFaced with self-development5gChipsof the various challenges they choose withQualcommRenew and rely onQualcommtechnology. This decision is both beneficialApplesIn5gRapid advances in technology can also helpApplesCopeMarket competitionPressure. We look forward to the futureApplesAble to break through the dilemma and launch their own5gBaseband chipsand bring a better user experience to consumers.