Why does Apple still need Broadcom? The story behind their new AI deal

July 6, 2026 · High impact · Updated Jul 20, 2026

Apple's continued reliance on Broadcom for key components, despite its efforts to develop in-house solutions, highlights Broadcom's critical role in Apple's supply chain, particularly for wireless technologies. The new AI deal likely reinforces this strategic partnership, ensuring Broadcom's ongoing importance to Apple's product development and potentially its AI initiatives.

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