Apple is reportedly planning to equip the U.S. variant of the iPhone 18 Pro Max with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X80 modem, according to a report from MacRumors. The decision points to an ongoing partnership between the two companies for top-tier cellular connectivity.
While Apple has been working toward building its own proprietary modems, utilizing the Snapdragon X80 suggests that flagship devices in certain regions will continue to depend on Qualcomm's advanced hardware to deliver next-generation wireless performance.
Further information regarding the device's broader feature set and availability will likely develop over time. For the full breakdown and additional context, please check the original reporting on MacRumors.
