Apple's Struggles with 5G Modem Development Revealed

Apple's attempt to develop its own 5G modem chip for iPhones has reportedly been plagued by unrealistic goals, poor communication, and unusable prototypes. The project, codenamed Sinope, faced technical challenges and lacked a global leader, resulting in blown deadlines and setbacks. Apple's prototypes were found to be three years behind Qualcomm's best modem chip, leading the company to settle its lawsuit with Qualcomm and continue using their chips. The setbacks indicate that Apple underestimated the complexity of building a modem chip, and it may not be until 2025 that Apple can phase out Qualcomm.