Intel LTE modems to power AT&T version of Apple's 'iPhone 7' - report

Apple's next-generation handset will be a big win for chipmaker Intel, as the so-called "iPhone 7" series will reportedly ditch Qualcomm LTE modems for certain models, including AT&T in the U.S.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 23

Intel rumored to supply up to 50% of modems for Apple's 'iPhone 7'

Intel will reportedly supply up to half of the cellular modem chips being used in Apple's "iPhone 7" and "7 Plus," expected to ship in September.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 19

Intel splits on Atom after the mobile relevance of x86 whacked by Apple's Ax

Intel is ending production of its mobile Atom processors as the reality sets in of a mobile world where virtually all the profits are inhaled by devices sold by Apple and powered by the iPhone-maker's own custom Ax series Application Processors.

Daniel Eran Dilger 10 years ago 102

Intel pushes USB-C as headphone jack's successor

The technology world has a seething hatred of the traditional 3.5-millimeter headphone jack — or so it seems, given that chip giant Intel is the latest company to propose replacing the aging plug with a digital alternative.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 56

Apple by itself earns +40% of the profits of Silicon Valley's top 150 companies

While the world waits to see just how many iPhones, iPads and Macs Apple sold in the March quarter, a report on the top 150 firms in California's Silicon Valley shows that Apple earned more than 40 percent of the region's total profits in 2015, and its revenues grew 2.5x as fast as its peers year over year.

Daniel Eran Dilger 10 years ago 17

MacBook teardown highlights improved battery tech, new SSD controller

A teardown of Apple's 2016 12-inch MacBook suggests that the computer's better battery life stems from a mix of optimizations and a slightly larger battery, while its improved SSD speeds are linked to an updated proprietary controller.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 8

First look: Apple's new rose gold 12" MacBook with Intel Skylake CPU

Apple's new 12-inch MacBook features the same chassis as last year's debut model, but the company has brought a new color into the mix — rose gold — that brings it in line with the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch product lineups.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 49

Apple likely switching to different modem for 'iPhone 7,' Qualcomm CEO hints

Apple appears likely to switch away from Qualcomm modems for upcoming iPhones, at least in part, as suggested by comments from the latter company's CEO made during an earnings call.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 7

New 12" MacBook boasts 80-90% faster SSD write speeds, 20% CPU improvement

Initial tests with the new 12-inch MacBook are beginning to surface, showing that while the Intel Skylake processor is a modest improvement over its predecessor, the revamped solid state drive offers more significant speed boosts.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 56

Apple launches new 12" MacBooks with Intel Skylake CPUs, rose gold color & longer battery life

Apple on Tuesday refreshed its 12-inch MacBook with Retina display, giving the thin-and-light notebook Intel's latest-generation Skylake chips, as well as improved graphics, faster flash storage, and an extra hour of battery life.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 102

Rumor: Ultrathin MacBook update coming in second half of 2016, will feature redesigned hinge

Apple is allegedly planning to update its ultraportable MacBook with Retina display in the second half of 2016, featuring a new screen hing design made from metal injection molding, according to a new supply chain report.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 40

Macs may go even longer between revamps as Intel kills tick-tock

Already burdened with improvement cycles measured in years, Mac owners could soon find more room for despair, as Apple supplier and chipmaker extraordinaire Intel has announced that they will no longer follow their famous tick-tock development strategy.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 105

Intel's new Optane memory technology could lead to 1000 times faster MacBook storage

A new ultra-fast memory technology from Intel and Micron branded as Optane is expected to launch in 2017, and could pave the way for even faster storage on Apple's MacBooks.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 47

AT&T lays plans to begin testing 5G data in 2016, brings back 2-for-1 iPhone deal

AT&T on Friday announced its plans to test 5G network technology, beginning with lab tests in the second quarter done in collaboration with Intel and Ericsson.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 13

Apple captured 21% of smartphone processors, 31% of tablet CPUs in 2015

Although the smartphone and tablet processor markets actually declined year-over-year in 2015, Apple managed to capture large shares of both in 2015 simply manufacturing for its own devices, Strategy Analytics said in data released on Friday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

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