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Rumor· AppleUpdated 2h ago

@imathtechs (X) suggests iPhone 18 Pro may use different modems by region

Media outlet @imathtechs (X) reports that Apple might utilize a split modem strategy for the iPhone 18 Pro, using in-house Apple C2 hardware globally while keeping Qualcomm for US models.

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Leaked documents from Tata Electronics point to a potential divergence in iPhone 18 Pro networking hardware where US versions retain mmWave support via Qualcomm components.

Why this matters

This indicates Apple is nearing independence from Qualcomm but may still rely on them for high-speed US 5G bands, potentially affecting network global consistency.

Confidence reason

The report cites specific documents from a known manufacturing partner, Tata Electronics, though the device is years away.

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