In a week loaded with launches, Apple presented its New iPadwith a renewal of the devices that only updates the processors, maintaining the same design. However, there is a detail that has gone unnoticed and we come to talk about him. Keep reading and discover it.
These devices do not include the expected MODEM C1 Designed by the company. This chip, which premiered a few weeks ago with the arrival of the iPhone 16E, marks the beginning of Apple's transition to abandon the Qualcomm modems in favor of an alternative of the company. However, to the surprise of many, Apple has decided to leave this chip from its new iPad batch.
The new iPad do not have the modem C1
John Gruber, by Daring Fireball, has confirmed after talking with an Apple representative that neither the iPad Air with Chip M3 nor the entrance model has the modem C1. In addition, the well -known and renowned Macrumors portal, after reviewing a series of documents of the Federal Communications Commission, has revealed that the mobile connectivity versions of these iPad follow depending on Qualcomm.
This decision has generated great confusion among the followers of the brand. If Apple has already shown that your modem works on the 16E iPhone, why not also take it to iPad? One of the theories that is making more strength is that the company follows a stepped plan for the adoption of its hardware, prioritizing its integration into the iPhone before expanding it to other product lines. Another possibility is that iPad require a Additional optimization level that C1 It still cannot offer, especially in terms of energy efficiency and compatibility with different networks.
Apple takes calm the adoption of C1
Apple's strategy regarding its modems is long term. Its agreement with Qualcomm extends until March 2027, which means that the transition will not take place overnight. Meanwhile, Apple already works on the next generations of its modem, With future C2 and C3 in development. Everything indicates that the next big step will be given with the iPhone 17 Air, which according to the analyst Ming-Chi Kuo will be the next device to incorporate the modem C1 when it is launched in September.
Despite this apparent contradiction in its strategy, Apple continues to highlight the advantages of its modem. The company states that the C1 is the more efficient communications chip which has integrated into an iPhone, achieving good results in both laboratory tests and daily use.
For now, the total transition towards Apple's own modems is a process that is still underway and far from being finished. The company has an eye on the future in which less third parties will depend and will further control the connectivity experience on its devices. But, at least for now, the new iPad will continue to trust Qualcomm to offer mobile connection to users.
