Apple will continue to use Qualcomm 5G modems for at least three more years thanks to a new deal between the two companies announced today. The new deal will cover iPhone launches in 2024, 2025 and 2026, while the previous deal was set to expire later this year. The news comes after several reports speculating that Apple will transition to its own in-house 5G modem solution by 2025.
Apple remains Qualcomm’s largest customer, accounting for nearly a quarter of the chipmaker’s revenue. Cupertino has been actively involved in the development of its own 5G modem although we’ve heard of some legal issues over Qualcomm’s proprietary patents that expire in 2029 and 2030. Apple hopes to develop its own 5G modem that could be integrated into its A-series SoC for a single-chip solution with significant battery and performance advantages.
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