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Everything we know about Apple’s C1 5G modem in iPhone 16e
At the heart of the system, the C1 (Cellular 1) chip first appears in the iPhone 16e. It is also expected to debut in other Apple devices in the coming months and will likely see use across all or most of the iPhone range by this time next year. Apple calls it “the most power efficient modem ever in an iPhone.”
Apple’s first in-house iPhone modem is the C1
Apple has just introduced the iPhone 16E, a spiritual successor to the iPhone SE line that has a significant first: it introduces Apple’s long-awaited in-house 5G modem called the C1. The chip, which Apple says is the most power-efficient modem in a phone, is Apple’s bid to end its reliance on Qualcomm’s 5G chips.
iPhone 17 said to use MediaTek 5G modems instead of Apple’s C1 chip
Phone 17 5G modems will be made by MediaTek, as Apple moves away from Qualcomm. Future iPhones will use Apple's solutions instead.
Apple rolls out its C1 modem six years after buying in the technology from Intel
Apple on Wednesday formally introduced its first in-house developed 5G modem that will be used in the company's new $599 6.1-inch iPhone 16e smartphone, aimed at the mainstream audience. The modem is the first fruit from Apple's acquisition of Intel's 5G modem business unit six years ago.
Apple Unveils 'C1' as First Custom Cellular Modem
Apple today announced its first custom cellular modem with the name "C1," debuting in the all-new iPhone 16e. The new modem contributes
Apple's C1 modem signals the end of its Qualcomm dependence
Apple has finally introduced its first in-house modem alongside iPhone 16e, the C1, marking a major shift in its hardware strategy.
Apple can’t wait—new C2 modem already in testing
However, we can’t say we’re too surprised. Chip development isn’t an overnight endeavor so Apple needs to start work early if they hope to get it ready in time for future re
Here's a Look at Apple's Secret Modem Testing Lab Where C1 Was Developed
The new iPhone 16e includes Apple's first custom designed modem chip, the C1. To promote the new chip, Apple invited several YouTubers
Apple ends its Qualcomm dependency with the new C1 modem chip
Apple and Qualcomm's relationship has been strained for a decade and the iPhone 16e C1 chip is Apple's first move to cut ties once and for all.
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New report includes a huge surprise about the 5G modem chip Apple will use on most iPhone 17 models
Chi Kuo has an outstanding reputation and he believes that the rest of the iPhone 17 series will stick with the Snapdragon 5G ...
Apple's C1 Modem Debut Suggests iPhone 17 Air Will Lack mmWave
Apple's first custom-designed modem chip, the C1, has finally made its debut in the iPhone 16e, which Apple announced on ...
Apple's C1 modem in the iPhone 16e is proof that we don't need Qualcomm for 5G
It took Apple a big acquisition and many years, but it finally developed a modem worth replacing Qualcomm's with — what does ...
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Apple’s Big Move: Switching to In-House 5G Modems
Apple is making a major change with the iPhone 16e. It will no longer use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 5G modem. Instead, it will have Apple’s own C1 5G modem chip. This shift gives Apple ...
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Update: Apple’s C1 modem doesn’t interfere with MagSafe on the iPhone 16e
Apple newest phone is missing one of its best features but Apple says the decision isn't related to the C1 modem.