Apple is considering using chips made by Intel and Samsung in the US for its iPhones and other devices, moving away from its long-time reliance on Taiwan's TSMC. This shift is driven by intense competition in AI chip production and geopolitical tensions between China and Taiwan. While talks with Intel and visits to Samsung's Texas plant are underway, Apple has not yet placed orders and may still stick with TSMC. The move aims to reduce supply chain risks, especially as Apple faces product shortages and prepares for leadership changes.
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