Category: Apple

2019 iPhone And iPad Pro Models To Have Enhanced Antennas For Better Indoor Reception

American electronics giant Apple is expected to launch three new iPhones and updated variants of the iPad Pro tablets later this year. The latest research note from renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, he predicts both the smartphones and tablets will make use of new antenna technology. According to Kuo, who has been notably accurate with his leaks in the past, the iPhones and iPads will shift from using the Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) design to the Modified-PI material antennas when they launch later in 2019. The shift to the new antenna technology is expected to make mobile networks indoors more reliable.

LCP vs. MPI Antennas

As mentioned above, Apple will shift the antenna design in its upcoming devices from LCP to MPI material. LCP or Liquid Crystal Polymer design of the antenna is a low cost organic flexible layer that has some unique electrical properties making it suitable for antennae. It also behaves consistently across the entire radio frequency range, has a very low signal loss, making it useful for the application of 5G, the next generation of mobile connectivity. The LCP material is vastly seen in the application in products like Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags and mobile phones.

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Modified-PI material for antennae, on the other hand, offers the same performance but are significantly more affordable. Interestingly, Apple uses six LCP antennas in its current generation of iPhones, namely the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and the iPhone XR. These six antennas will be replaced by two MPI and four LCP antennas in the upcoming iPhones and iPads. However, the analyst claims Apple will make use of the LCP antennas primary in the year 2020. This is because of the advantage of the technology for use in 5G devices, which the company is expected to introduce starting next year. Apple is expected to launch the new iPhones in the month of September later this year, while the iPad Pro is expected to be unveiled at the end of this year or early next year.

May 6, 2019
Apple Watch Leads The Smartwatch Market As It Grows By 48% In Q1 2019

Smartwatches, since their introduction has become an important part of people’s lives. The devices function as fitness trackers, show notifications and in some cases, like the Nubia Alpha, also help make calls and click pictures. According to known research organization Counterpoint, the global market for smartwatches has seen steady growth. Since the first quarter of last year, the sales of the wearable product has grown around 48 percent Year on Year (YoY). And the Apple Watch is the most sold smartwatch in the time period.

Results Of The Research

In a result published on its website on the 2nd of May, Counterpoint claims the smartwatch industry has grown by 48 percent YoY as mentioned above. Apple, whose Apple Watch is a really popular product in the segment, led the pack by clocking in the most sales in the first quarter of 2019. According to the research organization, its demand grew by 49 percent compared to the first quarter last year. It also claims that because of such unprecedented growth, one of every three smartwatches sold in the time period belonged to Apple. In the second place is Samsung, witnessing an exponential growth of 127 percent; which is accredited to the strong sales of its latest Galaxy smartwatches. Also in the list are companies from the likes of Fitbit, Amazfit, Huawei and Fossil. All these brands are a known name in the smartwatch market.

Apple Watch Series 4

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The growth of the Apple Watch in the ever-increasing market of smartwatches is not surprising according to Counterpoint. According to it, the ECG and the fall detection feature on the current generation Apple Watch Series 4 are the most desirable worldwide. The device has been claimed to have saved numerous lives due to the aforementioned features. While these functionalities are available in a limited number of countries worldwide as of now; Apple is also said to be bringing the ECG feature to 20 more countries after seeking necessary approvals for the same.

May 4, 2019
The Apple iPhone XI Looks Brilliant In These Amazing Renders

Apple is five months away from launching the 2019 iPhones which will succeed the iPhone XS, the iPhone XS Max and the iPhone XR from yesteryear. The upcoming flagship handsets from the company will allegedly be called the iPhone XI (Eleven) and the iPhone XI Max (Eleven Max). While the name of the less feature upcoming iPhone is unknown as of now. Even though the launch of 2019 iPhone models is still distant, detail about the upcoming devices keeps on pouring in. Based on the past leaks, a graphic designer, HKI Products has made renders of the iPhone XI which are worth taking a look.

iPhone XI Renders

The renders of the iPhone XI exhibit an elegant looking smartphone which is reminiscent of the current generation devices. On the front of the device sits a large screen display which is surrounded with minimum bezels on all sides except for a wide notch up top. Like the iPhone XS, the notch of the upcoming device houses the front-facing camera and the earpiece for receiving phone calls.

The iPhone XI concept renders exhibit curved edges which have been staple to the lineup since the iPhone 6. However, the key highlighting feature of future flagship iPhone lies on the back. The rear of the conceptual iPhone XI has a triple camera setup which has been claimed several sources in the past. The camera housing has a squarical shape

Notably, like the iPhone XS, the rear camera module of the anticipated smartphone also protrudes out slightly of the back panel. The bottom of the handset from the renders have a USB Type C port which is flanked by grilles on either side. Though, Apple is yet to confirm whether the device will have this type of connector or not. Even though the source does not provide any specifications of the smartphone they have been exposed in the past.

iPhone XI Expected Features and Launch Date

The iPhone XI is expected to have the same size screen as the iPhone XS which sports a 5.8 inch Super Retina HD display. Noteworthy, the upcoming device will reportedly feature a 12 MP selfie camera which is a significant bump in comparison to the 8 MP sensor found on current generation devices. Like the Samsung Galaxy S10 lineup, the future flagship iPhone models are also reported to support wireless charging. Talking about the chipset, it will ship with a faster SoC that succeeds the A12 Bionic.

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All in all, precise details including the price, specifications and design of the iPhone XI will only be publicised at its official launch. Going by Apple’s past launch cycles, the upcoming devices will launch in the month of September.

May 3, 2019
Apple Patents In-display Fingerprint Scanner, May Feature In Future iPhones

In-display fingerprint scanners are slowly becoming a norm for flagship smartphones. First incorporated in the Vivo X20 Plus UD, the in-display scanners were later introduced by companies like OnePlus, and Huawei. Furthermore, South Korean technology company Samsung introduced the world’s first ultrasonic fingerprint scanner in the Galaxy S10+. The American technology giant, Apple till now has abstained from implementing the technology on its devices but this is likely to change soon. The company was granted a patent for what looks like to be an in-display biometric scanner for a future iPhone.

The patent showcases “methods of biometric imaging of input surfaces”, which directly relate to an acoustic imaging system. Using the aforementioned technique, a high-resolution image of the object can be mapped, in this case, a fingerprint. Since Apple has never used an in-display fingerprint scanner in any of its devices yet, this patent getting published may be a start for the company.

How Does The Scanner Work?

iPhone XR

As per the patent, an acoustic transducer is configured to generate acoustic outputs in response to a signal from a controller. The outputs may be in the form of mechanical waves or pulses, and they will be coded with the help of the controller. To obtain the image of the fingerprint, the acoustic imaging system can use a multitude of techniques, including reflection, diffraction and transmission. Further notes from the patent state that the acoustic imaging system can also be used to map biometrically unique features of the fingers like size, shape and skin patterns. Moreover, some notes also affirm that the imaging technique can capture features like the user’s ears and other prominent features.

iPhone 7

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Considering that Apple originally filed the aforementioned patent in the third quarter of the year 2016, this technology may never see the light of day in the immediate future. However, implications of the same tech can be incorporated in newer Apple devices, and since Apple is highly focused on security detail, it might be the best-in-class too.

May 2, 2019

Apple Announces $58 Billion Revenue In Q2 2019 As iPhone Sales Drop By 30%

Apple, one of the biggest technology companies in the world released its quarterly earnings on April 30. According to the reports, the company earned US$ 58 billion in revenue and $11.56 billion in profits. While the company stopped revealing the sales of iPhones, iPads and Macs starting last year, a separate report from the International Data Corporation (IDC) has also been announced, revealing the same. It stated the global smartphone market saw a decline of around 6 percent Year on Year (YoY) compared to the same quarter in the year 2018. This led to Apple iPhones performing the worst out of the bunch, seeing a sharp sales decline of 30 percent over last year.

Apple’s Revenue For The Quarter

Apple earlier predicted revenue between US$ 55 billion and US$ 59 billion for this quarter of the year. While the actual number hits the predicted mark, it is slightly lower than the US$ 61.1 billion the company announced the same quarter last year. The lower number is credited due to the gradually diminishing hardware sales. Despite the decrease in revenue, the CEO of Apple, Tim Cook was noted saying the company has hit an all-time record for services and has seen a strong momentum of Wearables and Home accessories category. According to him, more details about the companies revenues and sales will be shared at the 30th Annual WWDC (Worldwide Developers Conference) scheduled for the month of June.

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Furthermore, according to the aforementioned quarterly report by IDC, Apple shipped around 36.4 million iPhones during this quarter of the year. Notably, this is a significant 30.2 percent decline compared to the same time period last year when it shipped 52.2 million iPhones. The total breakdown of Apple’s revenue breakdown by its hardware products compared to last year is mentioned below.

Product	Revenue in 2019	Revenue in 2018
iPhone	US$ 31.05 Billion	US$ 37.55 Billion
Services	US$ 11.45 Billion	US$ 9.85 Billion
Mac	US$ 5.51 Billion	US$ 5.77 Billion
Wearable and Home	US$ 5.13 Billion	US$ 3.94 Billion
iPad	US$ 4.87 Billion	US$ 4.01 Billion
Total	US$ 58.01 Billion	US$ 61.13 Billion

May 1, 2019

Apple To Include 18W Charger, USB-C To Lightning Cable With 2019 iPhones

Apple is expected to launch three new iPhones in the month of September this year. These smartphones will be the successor to the iPhone XR, iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max respectively that were launched last year. In the latest report by a Japanese blog, it is claimed the company will include new accessories with the upcoming iPhones. According to the source, all three smartphone variants will ship with an 18W charger and a USB Type-C to Lightning Cable in the box.

New iPhone Accessories

iPhone XR

Apple has been providing the fast charging feature in its smartphones since the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus and the iPhone X launched in the year 2017. However, the devices are not shipped with a fast charger and users must purchase it separately if they want to make use of the functionality. It was rumoured last year that Apple will bundle an 18W fast charger with the 2018 iPhones but the reports turned out to be false. But with the launch of the iPad Pro tablet late last year, Apple for the first time bundled an 18W fast charger along with it. Therefore, the company is expected to provide the aforementioned accessories with future iPhone models; which includes an 18W power adapter and a USB Type-C to lightning cable.

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It has been anticipated that Apple, as it did with the 2018 iPad Pro, will switch to USB Type-C in its future iPhone models. Since the iPhone 5 launched in 2012, the company has used a proprietary connector called the Lightning port. While the above reports put an end to them; it is still expected the company is towards making a gradual transition to the users, so that they find it easier to switch. Shipping a USB Type-C to Lightning cable will also make connecting future iPhones to a MacBook easier as purchasing a separate cable won’t be required.

April 30, 2019
Apple Hired Intel’s 5G Modem Lead Developer Ahead Of Qualcomm Settlement

Apple, Qualcomm and Intel have been a subject of a multitude of legal issues lately. The companies have been involved in conflicts over a variety of reasons, the major one regarding the supply of 5G chips to Apple. Previously, Qualcomm and Apple were involved in a 6-Year License agreement regarding 5G modems, following which Intel exited the 5G modem business. As per latest reports, Apple hired the lead modem developer of Intel before settling with Qualcomm and letting Intel go.

Qualcomm X50 5G Modem

A leaked email cited the aforementioned facts, in addition to the news that Umashankar Thyagarajan, the developer involved was hired just two months before the settlement. As per sources, Umashankar played an important role at Intel in the development of 4G modems, and was also working on the 5G XMM 8160 modems. After his exit from the scene, Intel was forced to rethink its chip development strategy. Consequently, Intel announced its departure from the 5G business on the same day as the Apple-Qualcomm deal went down.

As previously reported, the company had raised concerns regarding Intel’s pace of the development process of 5G chips, following which Apple’s 5G iPhones were eventually delayed up to 2020. Seeing the 5G competition in the market from brands like Samsung and Huawei, Apple was forced to rethink its partnership with Intel. While Apple was unsatisfied with Intel’s results, the latter reverted by saying that Apple is a demanding client and that it is very conflicted with Apple regarding the partnership.

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In other reports, Apple was planning to step-up it’s in house modem manufacture after Intel delayed the production of the 5G chips. This step was taken in order to reduce the dependence on third-party suppliers, but unfortunately, adopting a manufacturing strategy like this will still cost time, delaying future 5G iPhones up to 2021. Since Apple is taking matters into its own hands now, 5G support can be expected fairly soon from the American multinational company.

April 29, 2019
Camera Bump Of Upcoming iPhone XI Is More Complicated Than It Looks

Apple is expected to launch its latest flagship smartphones in the month of September this year. The upcoming devices are allegedly called the iPhone XI (Eleven) and iPhone XI Max which will succeed the iPhone XS (Ten S) and XS Max from yesteryear. The smartphones were previously reported to feature triple cameras sensors at the back and a recent leak originating from a reliable leakster vouched for the same.

The aforementioned leak is detailed enough to reveal the layout of both the smartphones from angles. In the latest development to the leak, the source states that the previous leak is mostly correct except for one minor difference. The upcoming iPhone models will have a raised rear camera bump which will be the same colour as the body of the device. Noteworthy, the glass covering the camera bump is transparent but its get the colour from the body panel underneath it. The leakster claims it is sort of hard to explain the subtle difference but illustrations shared by him clarify the case.

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Upon close inspection, it is noticeable that the glass panel covering the triple camera setup is actually transparent as claimed by the leakster. In order to verify the authenticity of the leaks, we will have to wait patiently as the launch date of 2019 iPhone models is still distant.

April 27, 2019
Apple To Release A 5G iPad Pro In 2020

5G technology is a part of the hottest connectivity buzz right now, with smartphone brands gearing up to release 5G variants of their flagship devices in the immediate future. For instance, Motorola launched a 5G mod for the Z3 smartphone and Samsung released a 5G variant of the S10 which is scheduled to release soon. All things said, Apple is also looking to enter the market with a 5G device, but considering the recent conflict between Apple and Intel, such a device may not be seen anytime soon. However, recent reports suggest that the company may launch a 5G variant of the iPad Pro in not-so-distant future.

5G Connectivity In iPads

As per noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple will unveil a total of two iPad Pros in 2019, which will include an 11-inch variant and a second variant with a large 12.9-inch screen. This is not exactly surprising, since Apple always releases two iPad Pros every year, but the elephant in the room is the fact that Apple is planning to incorporate 5G modems in the future iPads, which will be released by early 2021 or late 2020. Yes, that’s a long way to go, especially since Apple is facing issues with its 5G chip manufacturers at the moment.

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The present iPad Pros, including the iPad Pro 12.9 and iPad Pro 11 have complete LTE support, which means that users can insert a 4G SIM card and use 4G internet on the device, implying that Apple can surely be expected to bring 5G support to its future iPads. Apple recently released the iPad Air and iPad Mini, which received rave reviews from users. Apple is speculated to release its first 5G iPhone in the year 2020, which implies that customers will have to wait a long time before they see the same connectivity being implemented on an Apple device. Nonetheless, the American company is also gearing up to release the iPhone XI later this year, and fans are surely looking forward to the same.

April 26, 2019
iPhone XI Latest CAD Based Renders Affirm Triangular Camera Setup

Rumours surrounding the upcoming iPhone XI have shrouded the device in mystery for quite some time now. Amongst a multitude of leaks, the triple rear camera setup was the most speculated. If and when released, the Apple iPhone XI will be the first smartphone from the company to feature a triple camera module, indicating a clear shift from Apple’s conventional design statement. Latest leaks regarding the iPhone XI showcase a rear camera bump housing three camera sensors placed in a triangular camera arrangement.

Apple iPhone XI Design And Features

The leaks are in line with the previously reported design of the Apple iPhone XI, which hinted a similar camera setup. The complete module consists of three camera sensors, an LED flash and a microphone which may be used for directional voice recording. Apart from the primary camera, one of the other sensors can be an ultrawide sensor, whereas the third could be a telephoto lens. Front renders of the smartphone exhibit a selfie camera which is housed in the iPhone X-style notch. Quite interestingly, the back panel of the device seems to be fabricated with a single sheet of glass.

Additionally, the renders showcase a 5.8 inch AMOLED panel, something which is unchanged from the iPhone XS. Reports state that the smartphone will measure at 143.9 x 71.4 x 7.8 mm. Further insight into the smartphone’s renders reveals that the Mute switch on the left side of the phone has a different design from the preceding iterations. It resembles the mute switch which was previously seen in older iPads. Also, the bottom of the smartphone houses the Lightning port.

Expected Availability

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Apple is expected to release the iPhone XI in the month of September 2019, and the smartphone will go head-to-head against other flagship devices in the market, including the Galaxy S10 and the Huawei P30 Pro. It will be interesting to see how Apple will market it’s first “Triple-Camera Smartphone”. Furthermore, the company is also reported to be working on a foldable device, which may be announced around the same time as the iPhone XI.

April 26, 2019
Apple Expected To Unveil Two New AirPods Models In 2019

Since the AirPods were launched in the latter half of the year 2016, they have been widely regarded as one of the best performing wireless earphones in the market. Although facing some serious competition from the Galaxy Buds and the Jabra Elite True Wireless Earbuds, the AirPods have stood their ground. Beats Audio, a subsidiary of Apple recently released the PowerBeats Pro Truly wireless earphones to compete with the AirPods. In the month of March 2019, Apple also unveiled the upgraded version of the AirPods (with the H1 chip) alongside a wireless charging case. As per reports, Apple will bring two more models of the same into the market by the end of the year 2019.

Apple AirPods

Sources reveal that one of the two aforementioned models will have an entirely revamped design and form-factor, and will be placed at a higher price point than the current AirPods. On the other hand, the second variant will be a lot more similar to already existing AirPods in terms of design and price. Moreover, reports state that the company will soon transition to the SiP (Systematic Investment Plan) design in order to boost assembly yields and cut costs in production.

Expected Features Of New AirPods

The new alleged AirPods are expected to feature noise cancellation. Earlier this month, Momentum True Wireless Earbuds from Sennheiser were launched in India, which featured active noise cancellation. However, they are one of the most expensive True Wireless Earbuds in the market, and reports state that Apple’s new AirPods will be priced a bit lower than the same. The American technology company is planning to work on the mechanical design of the earphones so as to achieve noise cancellation with the forward feedback microphone. Furthermore, Apple is also speculated to incorporate a power-preserving feature, since the addition of a feature like active noise cancellation will consequently lead to higher power consumption.

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The AirPods 2 were unveiled in March and are priced at INR 14,900, whereas the same earphones bundled with the Wireless Charging Case are priced at INR 18,900. At the time of launch, the upcoming AirPods are expected to be priced somewhere around INR 20,000.

April 25, 2019
This Foldable iPhone Concept Has Us Excited

The year 2019 in technology will be remembered for many things. From the popularisation of the punch hole display to the introduction of ultrasonic fingerprint scanners in the Galaxy S10 series, there has been a lot to this year. But perhaps the most innovative advancement has been the advent of folding smartphones. Samsung, the largest smartphone OEM in the world, released its foldable device, the Galaxy Fold back in February. Even Huawei, the manufacturer holding the second place, has announced its handset that can be folded into half, the Mate X will launch soon. Many other mainstream OEMs like Xiaomi and Oppo have confirmed that they are working on a foldable smartphone.

With all the aforementioned manufacturers announcing a foldable smartphone; it was expected that Apple, a renowned OEM in itself will announce a similar device soon. What the device will look like is anyone’s guess. But in a recently designed render by a reputed media house in collaboration with the Concept Creator, it is imagined how a foldable handset by the company may look like based on previously filed patents. While the actual smartphone, whenever it launches, may be different from what is shown below; the very idea of a foldable handset from a company like Apple has us excited.

Foldable iPhone Concept

The renders designed by Concept Creator give an insight into how Apple may choose to design its folding smartphone. From a first glance, it looks oddly similar to the Samsung Galaxy Fold, albeit with a few enhancements to the design. While the concept doesn’t expose all the visual elements of the device, it implies the handset will use a large tablet-like display with an option of folding it into half. It is not clear from the video if this smartphone, called the iPhone Flex will use a secondary outer display like the Galaxy Fold. But unlike the latter, it is devoid of any notches on the inside display. For optics, Apple may opt-in for a vertical triple camera setup as shown in the images.

But, with a similar design like the Galaxy Fold, a question arises if the alleged iPhone Flex will also face display malfunctions like the former. From the looks of the concept, it seems highly unlikely. This is due to the design of the hinge, which features a closed off design, not letting foreign particles like dust get into the device. Another question is if the upcoming iPhone Flex does not feature a secondary display or camera on the outside, if this turns out true, the users won’t be able to take selfies from the smartphone.

Foldable iPhone: What About The Price?

Okay, now let’s get real here. Foldable smartphones are a unique and cool piece of technology, but there is no denying they are known to be priced at a premium. Samsung’s offering costs close to US$ 2,000 (Rs 1,40,000) and the Huawei Mate X is also rumoured to cost around US$ 2,600 (Rs 1,80,000) at the time of launch. And considering Apple products are generally more expensive than the competition, its foldable smartphone may also end up being more expensive than its rivals. However, the company is also known for one more thing. That is perfecting a technology before bringing it to the mass market.

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This might suggest the wait, and the extra money for the technology may very well be worth it. Regarding the launch date of the foldable smartphone from Apple, it is rumoured the company may release one next year. The timing seems right as the technology will have been matured enough for the company to implement it. Maybe the company will not even release a foldable iPhone, or it may take a long time to do so. Whatever may be the case, if the company decides to release a smartphone like the one shown above, colour us excited.

April 24, 2019
Apple To Soon Launch A Paintbrush For iPad, Reveals Patent

Apple first launched the Apple Pencil in the year 2015 alongside the first generation iPad Pro. Doodling and drawing were the main implications of the Apple pencil. It communicated with the iPad using Bluetooth and featured a removable cap that concealed a Lightning connector. As per reports, the company is working on another peripheral which will have similar features to the Apple pencil but will be used for painting on the iPad instead of drawing.

Apple “Paintbrush” Patent Details

The speculated “Apple Paintbrush” was patented recently by the company, and the patent represents the “paintbrush” as a “Stylus with multiple inputs”. As per the patent, the “electronic paintbrush” has multiple flexible contact points. Apple’s patent further stated that all the flexible contacts can flex independently of each other, and a feedback response is generated depending upon the change in bending/flexing of the contact members.

Apple Pencil

Even though the Apple Pencil is very versatile regarding its compatibility with the iPad, the company believes that the paintbrush-style-stylus can incorporate a huge change in the way artists paint on Apple’s iPads. The patent granted to the American multinational technology company states that despite a multitude of advancements in order to render the inputs and data from the Apple Pencil, the stylus has still a lot of hurdles to overcome when it comes to modern art. Introducing flexible multiple contact members to a traditional stylus can fix a majority of the aforementioned issues.

iPad Pro with the Apple Pencil

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Such an electronic stylus may have a lot of possibilities in the hands of artists who regularly use iPads for creating content. Previously, the South Korean company, Samsung also published a patent which showcased a stylus with an inbuilt optical camera, indicating towards the advancements regarding styluses and similar peripherals. However, fans should take the news of the Apple Paintbrush with a grain of salt, as there is no official announcement regarding the launch of such an “electronic paintbrush”.

April 24, 2019
2019 iPhone Models To Have 12 MP Selfie Camera And Special Black Coating

Apple is expected to launch the successors of its current iPhone lineup in the month of September this year. The upcoming iPhones are reported to have a different design with the introduction of three rear camera sensors unlike two on current flagship models the iPhone XS and the iPhone XS Max. Several leaks suggesting the aforementioned claim have previously surfaced online.

Interestingly, a fresh report claims that the upcoming iPhone models will not only have improved rear camera setup but an enhanced selfie camera as well. The claim is the courtesy of reliable Apple analyst Ming Chi Kuo who suggests the future iPhone models will have a considerably higher resolution selfie camera.

A report published by the analyst, claims that the successor of the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR will have 12 MP selfie camera. Even though Apple refrains from boasting about on paper specifications of iPhones in favour of real-world performance, iPhone’s with such high resolution front facing camera would be worth checking out. Additionally, the analyst reports that the front camera on future iPhone models will have a special black coating. The aforementioned coating will better conceal the selfie camera in the top bezel above the display. Hence, providing for a cleaner and elegant look to the device.

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Conclusively, we will have to wait patiently in order to confirm all the reports and leaks about 2019 iPhones as their expected launch date is still distant.

April 19, 2019
Apple, Qualcomm Drop All Lawsuits, Sign A Six-Year License Agreement
In a surprising turn of events, Apple and Qualcomm have dropped all the pending lawsuits against each other. The companies have also signed a six-year license agreement, which may be further extended. Both the companies, the known electronics giant Apple and mobile chip maker Qualcomm had filed multiple lawsuits against each other for copyright infringement. A few days ago, Apple was found guilty and was asked to pay 31 million US $ as a fine.

About The Case

iPhone 7

The lawsuit filed by Qualcomm cited that Apple had violated at least three patents. The damages that it asked for applied to iPhones sold July 2017 onwards, which were kitted with Intel chips. Later in the year 2017, Apple replaced Qualcomm with Intel as its exclusive components supplier. As per reports, in the year 2016, Apple was also using Intel modems in some iPhone variants instead of Qualcomm modems. The devices included the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. The patents relate to the following functions on mobile devices.
- Allowing phones to connect to the internet instantly after being switched on
- The efficiency of the smartphone’s battery and its relation with graphics processing
- A traffic management function enabling faster data downloads
The Settlement

Both Apple and Qualcomm have agreed to reach a settlement as per the former company’s announcement. According to reports, the iPhone maker will have to make a payment to Qualcomm for an undisclosed amount as a part of the settlement. However, the companies have signed a licensing agreement for at least six years and the chipset maker will now supply parts to Apple. This may lead to iPhones sporting Qualcomm’s chips appearing on the shelves once again.

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Interestingly, Intel, who was the interim supplier for iPhone modems to Apple, has announced it is quitting the manufacturing of 5G modem for smartphones. As the iPhone maker and Qualcomm have finally struck peace, it is expected to lead to the latter supplying its 5G modems in the future smartphones by the former.
April 17, 2019