iPhones Expected to Flaunt Intel's Modem Chips on AT&T's US network

BENGALURU: Apple’s iPhone 7 is likely to sport Intel’s modem chips, replacing the standard Qualcomm chips in some versions of the latest smartphone, as reported by Bloomberg. The chips will be featured on those iPhones used on the AT&T's US network and also on some other versions of the smartphone in the global market. Whereas, the models sold in China will continue to use the chips from Qualcomm. Additionally, iPhones operating on the Verizon Communications’ network will not dump Qualcomm.

The after impact of the news had Intel's stocks increased by 0.3 percent, while Qualcomm's shares fell by 1.7 percent. Apple experienced a decline in shares by 0.5 percent. Steve Mollenkopf, Qualcomm’s Chief Executive Officer said he was expecting the possibility of a major client switching to multiple suppliers. Qualcomm and Apple executives were not available for any comments and an Intel spokesperson refused to comment on the matter.

Expected to be launched in September, the latest version of iPhone will reportedly feature a slightly modified design compared to iPhone 6S. The smartphone will include waterproof body and will ditch the 3.5mm headphone jack. Rumors also suggest that the phone is likely to come up with a 3GB RAM, an enhanced camera, wireless charging functionality and better battery life.

Removing the headphone jack will effectively give a thinner appearance to the phone. It will also encourage music lovers to use wireless Bluetooth headphones, an adaptor or headphones that connect via Lightning port. Other design modifications could include a flush camera and the removal of antenna bars.

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