Apple tests China's CXMT memory chips for iPhones and MacBooks, WSJ reports
Apple is testing memory chips from China's CXMT, a shift that could affect the cost of future iPhones and MacBooks.
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The reporting (6)
- A.I.-Driven Chip Crunch Leads to New Rush of Lobbying in Washington The New York Times · 1d ago
- Micron Stock Gains Even as Apple Looks to China for Memory-Chip Supply Barron's · 1d ago
- TSMC Sits on $1 Billion of Apple Chips as It Waits for DRAM TechPowerUp · 1d ago
- Apple's Favorite Bullying Tactic Just Died in China. It Could Cost You Hundreds on Your Next iPhone. Barchart.com · 1d ago
- Apple tests memory chips from China’s CXMT to ease AI-driven supply crunch Investing.com · 1d ago
- TSMC Reportedly Sitting On $1 Billion Worth Of Apple A20 Pro SoCs, Semiconductor Giant Can’t Move To Next Stage Before Adequate DRAM Supply Arrives Wccftech · 1d ago
Where it stands
$1 billion worth of Apple chips are sitting idle at TSMC, awaiting DRAM supply. Apple is testing memory chips from China's CXMT to address an AI-driven supply crunch. This move comes as Apple seeks to diversify its supply chain and mitigate potential price increases for consumers.
Apple's testing of CXMT's memory chips could signal a broader shift in the tech giant's supply chain strategy, potentially impacting the cost and availability of future iPhones and MacBooks. The move is seen as a response to supply chain disruptions and the need for more DRAM. TechPowerUp and Wccftech have covered TSMC's $1 billion stockpile of Apple chips, awaiting DRAM supply.
Barchart.com has discussed the potential impact on iPhone prices.
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Why is Apple testing CXMT memory chips?
Apple is testing CXMT memory chips to address an AI-driven supply crunch and diversify its supply chain.
How much is at stake?
$1 billion worth of Apple chips are currently sitting idle at TSMC, awaiting DRAM supply.
What does this mean for consumers?
Apple's move could potentially impact the cost and availability of future iPhones and MacBooks.
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