iPhone 18 Pro could make a major transition away from Qualcomm modems in favor of an Apple-designed C2. Here’s the latest update on what to expect.
Qualcomm report boosts chances of iPhone 18 Pro having new C2 chip
Qualcomm has been Apple’s primary supplier of iPhone cellular modems for a very long time. But the two companies have also been destined for a breakup for years.
Currently Apple ships some iPhones with its own in-house cellular chips like C1X, while most models use Qualcomm modems.
It’s been rumored for a while that this fall’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra will include a next-gen C2 chip from Apple. If true, that means the entire fall iPhone lineup could drop Qualcomm—a major change for both companies.
