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iPhone 18 Pro Models Risk Going Up In Price Due To Skyrocketing Memory Costs, But Apple’s Intense Focus On Various Custom Chipsets Could Offset That Event

wccftech | Nov. 28, 2025, 1:22 p.m. | Original

The memory supply shortage has triggered a chain reaction that has adversely impacted the entire industry. From distributors being forced to purchase RAM modules with every motherboard , to NVIDIA reportedly halting the bundling of VRAM chips with GPU dies , it is a shockwave that threatens to make life financially stressful for consumers and companies alike.

Apple, which has formed a robust supply chain to stave off such events, is not immune to memory shortages, with the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max possibly getting more expensive due to this

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Intel Could Manufacture Apple M-Series Chips in 2027 with 18A-P Node

TechPowerUp News | Nov. 28, 2025, 11:17 a.m. | Original

According to one of the analysts closest to the Apple supply chain, Ming-Chi Kuo, Intel is expected to manufacture Apple's advanced M-series of chips by 2027. According to Kuo, Apple has used version 0.9.1 of process design kit (PDK) designed for Intel 18AP node. With performance, density, power, and every other metric going according to plan, Intel could become Apple's source of advanced node production in 2027. Additionally

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Intel’s 18A-P Process Is Expected to Be Adopted by Apple for Upcoming “M-Series” SoCs Following Optimism Around Early PDK Sampling

wccftech | Nov. 28, 2025, 10:32 a.m. | Original

Intel Foundry may soon see a breakthrough for its 18A-P process, as a prominent analyst predicts that Apple will adopt the node for the lowest-end MacBook and iPad chips.

Intel has been pursuing external customers for its foundry division, particularly in processes such as the 18A and its derivatives. We know that several external clients are rumored to be collaborating with Intel on PDK sampling for 18A, and it appears that Apple will be a major customer. According to an analysis by prominent analyst

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Apple might turn to Intel for its upcoming M-series chips, per report

9to5mac | Nov. 28, 2025, 10:24 a.m. | Original

Apple currently partners exclusively with TSMC for production of its M-series chips, but analyst Ming-Chi Kuo that may change soon, with Intel being brought in as an important new supplier.

Apple has a strong partnership with Taiwan-based TSMC for production of its various Apple silicon chips, including those that power the iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

But per analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple might be looking to diversify by adding Intel as a new partner starting in 2027.

Intel expected to

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MacBook Pro 14 with M5 and 16GB of memory sees its first discount — now only $1,549 at Amazon for Black Friday

Tom's Hardware | Nov. 28, 2025, 10:17 a.m. | Original

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Apple's latest M5 processor has barely been out of the gates, but over this Black Friday sales period, we are already seeing a huge discount on Apple's 2025 edition of the MacBook Pro with the M5 chip, available at Amazon for just $1,549 . Apple's hardware refresh of the 14-inch MacBook Pro upgrades the main processor from the M4 to the M5, providing a healthy boost in CPU performance

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Samsung Is Reportedly Upgrading Its Team Dedicated Towards Catering To Apple’s Demands, Including A Group Focused On Developing AR Headset Displays

wccftech | Nov. 28, 2025, 8:12 a.m. | Original

Apple is currently developing a truckload of products where Samsung’s involvement is paramount, with the most notable of them being the iPhone Fold , which is scheduled to launch alongside the iPhone 18 series. The Cupertino firm also plans to introduce various upgrades to its tablet and MacBook range of products, and seeing as how the number of devices involving Samsung will increase, a new report states that the company is now upgrading its current team to respond better to Apple’s demands, which is the smart move, considering that

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MacBook Air, Mac mini, and more hit new lows for Black Friday: from $479

9to5mac | Nov. 27, 2025, 3:34 p.m. | Original

The Black Friday deals have arrived for Apple’s latest and greatest lineup of Macs. We’re tracking solid deals across the board on the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini. Whether you’re tempted by the ultra-slim and cute design of the Mac mini, the portability of the MacBook Air, or the sheer power of the MacBook Pro, there’s something for everyone in this lineup of Mac Black Friday sales.

For all the latest Black Friday Apple deals, make sure to bookmark

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iPhone 16 Pro Max Owner Demonstrates That The A18 Pro Can Match A Binned A19 Pro’s Single-Core & Multi-Core Performance If It Is Cooled Properly

wccftech | Nov. 27, 2025, 5:44 a.m. | Original

The A18 Pro and A19 Pro are both mass produced on TSMC’s 3nm process, though the primary difference separating the two chipsets is a node shrink adopted by Apple to squeeze every ounce of performance from its latest SoC. Given that both silicones are just a single generation apart, one iPhone 16 Pro Max owner showcases that if the previous-generation flagship is cooled properly, it can obtain similar or better single-core and multi-core performance than the binned A19 Pro found

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M5 MacBook Pro vs M4 MacBook Air: Which should you buy this holiday season?

9to5mac | Nov. 26, 2025, 3:21 p.m. | Original

Apple offers two entry level MacBook models: the , and the base model . There’s a couple hundred dollars in difference between the two, which begs the question – is the worth the premium, or should you save money and stick to the ?

The biggest debate to be had is going to revolve around the chipset. Do you need an M5 chip for your workflow?

I’m not gonna delve into all of the details, you can read our M5 roundup here if you’d like.

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M5 iPad Pro one month later: Future proof in the very best way

9to5mac | Nov. 26, 2025, 1:37 p.m. | Original

Apple’s M5 iPad Pro launched last month, and I upgraded from an M4 iPad Pro. My first impressions of the new model were positive , but here’s how my 13-inch M5 iPad Pro has held up after a full month of use.

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