Apple Inc. AAPL could end up pushing back the use of Taiwan Semiconductor's TSM 2-nanometer chip technology for its upcoming iPhone 17 series.
What Happened: A reputable source with an accurate track record of predictions with respect to Apple's plans said on Weibo that the next-generation iPhone 17 will instead use a more refined 3nm chip manufactured by TSMC.
The user criticized a report that mirrored claims about the 2nm chip, based on "industry sources." He stated, "Anyone who has seen the capacity planning chart will know that this is yet another report from an unscrupulous media outlet."
This is crucial since the 2nm fabrication process is expected to offer up to 15% speed improvement at the same amount of power consumption, or the same level of performance as a 3nm chip made by TSMC with power savings of up to 30%.
Apple's iPhone 15 Pro uses TSMC's first-generation 3nm fabrication process.
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Why It Matters: This revelation comes amidst reports of Apple’s pursuit of a “significantly skinnier” iPhone 17. The company’s focus on thinness, evident in the design of the OLED iPad Pro, is expected to extend to the iPhone 17, potentially influencing the choice of chip.
Furthermore, renowned Apple observer, Ming-Chi Kuo, had previously hinted at significant camera upgrades in the forthcoming iPhone 17 models. The iPhone 17 is expected to see its front camera lens upgraded from the current 12MP/5P lens to a 24MP/6P lens, enhancing image quality significantly.
Moreover, Kuo has also suggested that the iPhone 17 may incorporate a new technology for its mainboard, potentially offering enhanced internal space and cost-saving benefits. The new technology could simplify the manufacturing process.
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