iPhone 17 might miss out on Apple’s latest new feature – but it’s not one you’d expect
The iPhone 17 will reportedly use a MediaTek modem for Wi-Fi, cellular connectivity, and Bluetooth instead of the C1 chip. This move suggests that Apple may be exploring cost-effective alternatives to its self-designed internal components. The decision to exclude the C1 modem from the four main iPhone 17 models raises questions about Apple's strategy in the mobile chip space.
- The exclusion of the C1 modem might signal a shift in Apple's approach to reducing costs and increasing efficiency, potentially paving the way for further optimizations in future phone designs.
- How will this decision impact the development and implementation of future Apple-designed components, particularly if the C1 chipset is indeed being phased out?