Apple and Xiaomi are ramping up their efforts to develop their own 5G baseband chips, entering a competitive arena traditionally dominated by giants like Qualcomm and MediaTek. By 2025, both companies aim to reduce their dependency on external suppliers, marking a significant shift in the tech landscape. This move underscores their ambitious plans to innovate and control more of their hardware ecosystem, enhancing their competitive edge in the rapidly evolving 5G market.
