Apple is diversifying chip production by moving some legacy Apple silicon manufacturing to Intel. Intel is producing low-end chips on the Intel 18A-P process, which is described as equivalent to the process used by TSMC for the A18 Pro chip. These chips are intended for iPhone, iPad, and Mac models, with an estimate that about 80% will go to iPhone. Intel manufacturing is expected to involve small-scale testing during the current year, ramping up production in 2027 and 2028, then reducing capacity in 2029. Apple is also evaluating Intel’s more advanced process nodes. TSMC is still expected to supply about 90% of Apple silicon chips.
"Apple and Intel have apparently kicked off legacy Apple silicon chip production on Intel's 18A-P process, which is equivalent to TSMC's process used on the A18 Pro chip. According to the report, these are low-end chips set to be used in iPhone, iPads and Macs, and Kuo estimates that 80% of the chips are meant for iPhone. These chips will be made by Intel in the US."
"Kuo believes that Cupertino and Intel are currently doing small-scale testing throughout this year, with plans to ramp up production in 2027 and 2028 and then eventually dial down capacity in 2029. At the same time Apple is reportedly evaluating Intel's more advanced process nodes."
"Despite these efforts, TSMC will remain Apple's main chip supplier with an estimated 90% share of all Apple Silicon chips supplied."
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