Apple wanted to use Qualcomm modems on iPhone XS and iPhone XR, but was refused

According to Apple's operating chief COO Jeff Williams testimony in the ongoing legal battle with Qualcomm, the company wanted to use Qualcomm's 4G LTE modems in its newest iPhones, but the chipmaker wouldn't sell to it. This had a major effect on how quickly Apple can make the shift to 5G.  Qualcomm, however, continues to provide Apple with chips for its older iPhones, including the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, Apple COO Jeff Williams said during the US Federal Trade Commission's trial against Qualcomm. However, the San Diego chipmaker won't provide Apple with modems for the newest iPhones since both the companies began their fight over patents. Jeff Williams believes the royalty rate Apple paid for using Qualcomm patents $7.50 per iPhone is too high. The FTC has accused Qualcomm of operating a monopoly in wireless chips, forcing customers including Apple to work with it exclusively and charging excessive licensing fees for its technology. FTC has also said that Qualcomm forced Apple to pay licensing fees for its technology in exchange for using its chips in iPhones. The trial started on Jan. 4 in US District Court in San Jose, California. Testimony covers negotiations and events that occurred before March 2018. Apple relies on third-party chips for network connectivity. Qualcomm has been the sole supplier for iPhones ...

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