iPhone 18 Pro Could Use Qualcomm Modem in the US and C2 Elsewhere
Apple may implement a split modem strategy for the iPhone 18 Pro, using Qualcomm hardware in the US and C2 chips in other regions.
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The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max may feature different modems depending on the market. Reports indicate the US version could use a Qualcomm modem, while devices sold elsewhere might utilize C2 hardware.
Coverage from MacRumors, GSMArena, and BGR emphasizes a complex hardware situation for these high-end models. Meanwhile, Macworld identifies the A20 Pro chip as the processor that will power these devices.
Supply chain activity continues as Digitimes reports that Apple PCB suppliers are proceeding with the iPhone 18 buildup despite facing a memory price shock.
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Quick answers
Which chip will power the iPhone 18 Pro?
According to Macworld, the devices will be powered by the A20 Pro chip.
How will the modem configuration differ by region?
Coverage suggests the US model may use a Qualcomm modem, while other regions may use C2 modems.
What is the current status of the iPhone 18 supply chain?
PCB suppliers are moving forward with the buildup despite a shock in memory prices.
Coverage (5)
- Apple PCB suppliers press ahead with iPhone 18 buildup despite memory price shock digitimes · 5h ago
- iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will have a complicated modem situation GSMArena.com · 5h ago
- The US iPhone 18 Pro Might Have A Major Hardware Difference (For Better Or Worse) bgr.com · 5h ago
- Meet the A20 Pro chip that will power Apple's newest high-end iPhones Macworld · 5h ago
- iPhone 18 Pro Could Use Qualcomm Modem in the US and C2 Elsewhere MacRumors · 5h ago broke it first
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