A good reputation analyst Jeff Po has what he says In a note for investors, the claim Apple is already working on a new version of the internal 5G chip, to come with the iPhone 18 series.

Apple introduced its first 5G, C1 modem, with iPhone 16e. The C1 MMWAVE does not support, so unable to provide 5G high -speed speeds only at first Verizon had to boast about it (now they all have MMWAVE), but the fact that Cuperno is working to stay away from dependence on other components.

However, it seems that the C1 modem is not ready to apply to more expensive and leading models, so it is likely not to be in Next iPhone 17 series in September. However, Apple has been rumored To start working on a new version of his modem, and now the analyst Jeff Pu of GF Securities confirm this information, claiming that the new modem may be booked for iPhone 18 Pro models. The “C2” slide may be called, and earlier the Bloomberg report claimed that the C2 modem will reach the upscale iPhone devices next year. A modern laboratory test with iPhone 16e It revealed that the Apple 5G modem is more efficient than the Qualcomm modem in other iPhone devices, and it uses less energy, which leads to a better battery life in general. Bo also said that Apple Ara iPhone 17 Air that is supposed to come out in September, but then changed Cooperno his opinion.

Currently, it is not clear whether the primary iPhone 18 may come with the C1 in iPhone 16e. C2 may be reserved, or nevertheless, by naming the next generation, for the PRO iPhone 18 models. It is also possible that the primary iPhone 18 may still display Qualcomm 5G modem.

The 5G modem is one of the most important components of the smartphone, although for many, at first glance, this deal is not the big deal. However, it ensures that your iPhone can connect to the Internet (reliably), which is a key to be useful in the day and day of today.

C1 in iPhone 16e It was a good performance, as he reached the Qualcomm modem in most scenarios. However, the lack of MMWave’s support is something to be processed, especially when it comes to the main devices.

Meanwhile, the main Apple competition, Samsung, is still betting on Qualcomm for Galaxy S25 and Next S26 series. But Samsung also uses Qualcomm’s socket in its phones, though this Perhaps he wants to pay Exynos chips at home to offer a better return. All in all, there is an increasing tendency towards self -reliance between phone makers, and I think it will continue to grow in the future.