Apple Could Be Developing a 6G Modem for iPhones, Despite No 5G Availability
Apple has been working on its own 5G modem for iPhones, which was supposed to be released in the next few years. But a recent development involving a deal with Qualcomm suggested that plans have changed. And now, a new report suggests that Apple may have stopped using a 5G modem, instead it’s ready to make a 6G modem for iPhones.
It will be interesting to see a shift in focus from 5G to 6G, but it could also be possible as Apple already has a strong deal with Qualcomm, which will continue to supply its 5G modems to iPhones, making it a win-win situation for both companies. . So it makes sense that the Cupertino-based giant is building for the future, which comes in the form of 6G networks.
Bloomberg’s report mentions that Apple has been working on a 6G modem since 2021 and wants to be ready when the network goes live, which is estimated to be sometime in 2030. According to the report, Apple has begun extensive groundwork and research into 6G technology. giving the company a head start by the time 6G networks become public, and allowing Apple to offset the higher costs of communicating with modems like Qualcomm’s.
Apple has managed to one-up other chipmakers with its high-performance M-series silicon, available with Macs, iPads and more.
But modem development is a different ball game and the company clearly understands the task at hand to make a 6G modem, which explains its supposed design almost 2 years ago. Countries like India have also started planning 6G networks, which according to the country’s administration should be operational by 2030. We are still waiting for the true potential of 5G networks, but enthusiasm for 6G is already growing now that Apple has joined. scene.
