Apple has taken yet another significant step towards vertical integration in a bid to gain in-house control of its supply chain.
From modems to wireless connectivity, Steve Jobs’ brainchild has taken measures to minimise dependencies on external suppliers, but its latest silicon rollout is unprecedented.
In response to competitive rivals, e.g., Intel, advancing their chips, Apple is developing seven new in-house chips.
New Chips are in Store for iPhones, Apple TV, and HomePod Mini
A recent iOS 18 code leak confirmed that Apple is embarking on another impressive and expansive silicon rollout. Next-generation chips are coming for phones, watches, Macs, and home devices.
The A19 chip is designated for the iPhone 17 Air and iPhone 17e. The A19 Pro version for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max. These updates add a significant upgrade to the latest version of the cell.
The M5 Chips cover a variety of gadgets: MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, iMac, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro. The M5 Pro version will be included in the MacBook Pro and Mac mini.
The S11 is for the Apple Watch Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE 3. The C2 modem is expected to feature in the iPhone 17e and the entire lineup for the iPhone 18 series.
Proxima, codename for the new Apple-designed WiFi and Bluetooth chip, will likely feature in the next Apple TV and HomePod mini models.
Apple’s New Chips Have a Deeper Meaning
Apple’s discovery of seven new custom chips in iOS 18’s internal code leak is not only a technical reveal but a clear blueprint for the tech giant’s future strategy.
At its core, this signals Apple’s relentless push towards complete hardware-software integration across its entire ecosystem, reducing dependency on third-party suppliers and sharpening its competitive edge.
The A19 and A19 Pro chips set the stage for the next generation of iPhones, focusing on energy efficiency without compromising performance, while the M5 and M5 Pro chips will likely cement Apple Silicon’s leadership in laptop and desktop computing.
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