Apple in talks with Intel and Samsung for US chip production
Apple is exploring partnerships with Intel and Samsung to manufacture its main device chips domestically, seeking to reduce reliance on TSMC amid supply pressure.
First reported
By Yahoo! Finance on May 4, 2026 at 10:46 PM EDT
Last update
May 5, 2026 at 1:30 PM EDT
27 sources write about this
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In brief
Facts about this story
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Apple held talks with Intel and Samsung about producing its main device chips in the United States, Bloomberg reported.
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Intel shares rose approximately 14 to 15 percent on the reports, hitting a record high.
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Apple currently sources its A-series and M-series processors almost exclusively from TSMC.
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The discussions are described as exploratory, with no finalized agreements announced.
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Intel's foundry division has been actively seeking outside manufacturing customers as part of a broader business turnaround.
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TSMC's advanced manufacturing capacity is under strain from surging demand driven by artificial intelligence chip orders.
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The CHIPS and Science Act allocated roughly $52 billion to encourage domestic semiconductor production.
How outlets are covering it
4 hr ago
Intel soars 14% on report of Apple chip talks, hits new all-time high
“CNBC leads with the market reaction, framing the story through Intel's historic stock performance.”
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Intel spikes 15% to a record high on a report it's in talks with Apple for a chipmaking partnership
“Business Insider emphasizes the magnitude of the stock surge alongside the strategic partnership angle.”
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“The New York Post frames the talks as a direct response to supply constraints rather than a proactive diversification strategy.”
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Apple explores using Intel, Samsung chips amid supply crunch: report
“MacRumors positions Intel and Samsung explicitly as contingency options, underscoring TSMC's continued primary role.”
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Apple holds talks with Intel, Samsung for US chipmaking: Reports
“Wccftech ties Apple's outreach directly to AI-driven capacity pressure at TSMC, adding supply-side context.”
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11 hr ago
The next iPhone chip may have a Samsung or Intel connection as Apple explores new partners
“The Motley Fool situates the report within Intel's broader year-to-date stock rally, taking an investor-advisory perspective.”
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10 hr ago
Apple Explores Using Intel and Samsung to Build Main Device Chips in the US
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Apple is looking to diversify its chip production with Intel and Samsung
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Apple Explores Using Intel and Samsung to Build Main Device Chips in the US
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Apple holds talks with Intel, Samsung for US chipmaking: Report
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Apple explores using Intel, Samsung to build main device chips in the US: Report
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15 hr ago
Apple explores using Intel and Samsung to build chips in US beyond TSMC
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Apple explores using Intel and Samsung to build main device chips in the US
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Apple holds talks with Intel, Samsung for US chipmaking, Bloomberg News reports
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Intel Is Rocketing Higher on Reports That It May Partner With Apple. Should You Buy the Stock After an Incredible 175% Run This Year? | The Motley Fool
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15 hr ago
Apple explores Intel, Samsung to make chips for its devices - Bloomberg By Investing.com
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11 hr ago
Apple holds talks with Intel, Samsung for US chipmaking
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Apple reportedly exploring a deal to get iPhone chips made by Samsung
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9 hr ago
Fate smiles on Intel as Apple A21 SoC could ditch TSMC for Intel or Samsung
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12 hr ago
Apple is talking to Samsung and Intel about supplying it with a very important iPhone component
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Intel and Samsung in talks to make Apple chips -- how will it affect your next PC?
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Apple explores using Intel and Samsung to build main device chips in the US
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Apple Seeks To Diversify Chip Supply Chain Beyond TSMC, Seeks To Rope In Intel, Samsung
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Apple said to be talking to Intel and Samsung about building key device processors - Engadget
“engadget summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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Apple Eyes Intel and Samsung as Backup US Chipmakers
“MacRumors summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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14 hr ago
Apple Quietly Courts Intel And Samsung For Its Most Critical Chips As TSMC's Advanced Nodes Remain Choked Under AI Demand
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Apple in Talks With Samsung and Intel to Produce "Key Device Chips"
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Sources covering this story
27 sources write about this
27 articles tracked
Intel spikes 15% to a record high on a report it's in talks with Apple for a chipmaking partnership
May 5, 10:48 AM
The next iPhone chip may have a Samsung or Intel connection as Apple explores new partners
May 5, 4:32 AM
Apple Explores Using Intel and Samsung to Build Main Device Chips in the US
May 5, 4:52 AM
Apple Explores Using Intel and Samsung to Build Main Device Chips in the US
May 4, 10:46 PM
Apple explores using Intel, Samsung to build main device chips in the US: Report
May 4, 11:10 PM
Apple explores using Intel and Samsung to build chips in US beyond TSMC
May 4, 11:43 PM
Apple explores using Intel and Samsung to build main device chips in the US
May 4, 11:53 PM
Intel Is Rocketing Higher on Reports That It May Partner With Apple. Should You Buy the Stock After an Incredible 175% Run This Year? | The Motley Fool
May 5, 12:44 PM
Apple explores Intel, Samsung to make chips for its devices - Bloomberg By Investing.com
May 4, 11:48 PM
Fate smiles on Intel as Apple A21 SoC could ditch TSMC for Intel or Samsung
May 5, 6:03 AM
Apple is talking to Samsung and Intel about supplying it with a very important iPhone component
May 5, 2:43 AM
Intel and Samsung in talks to make Apple chips -- how will it affect your next PC?
May 5, 12:21 PM
Apple explores using Intel and Samsung to build main device chips in the US
May 5, 12:48 PM
Apple Seeks To Diversify Chip Supply Chain Beyond TSMC, Seeks To Rope In Intel, Samsung
May 5, 8:38 AM
Apple said to be talking to Intel and Samsung about building key device processors - Engadget
May 5, 5:05 AM
Apple Quietly Courts Intel And Samsung For Its Most Critical Chips As TSMC's Advanced Nodes Remain Choked Under AI Demand
May 5, 1:28 AM
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Your State Brief
Impact by State
State Impact Score: 0-100
Higher scores mean more direct state-level policy, economic, safety, or service impact.
Ohio
OH
Impact: High
Why: Intel's $20B+ New Albany fab expansion under CHIPS Act positions Ohio for major gains from potential Apple chip production deal, boosting jobs and economy
Local angle: New factories could add thousands of high-tech jobs in Columbus area
Sources: 3 local, 5 national · Federal impact: High
Texas
TX
Impact: High
Why: Samsung's $17B Taylor fab near Austin is a prime candidate for Apple's US chip production, enhancing Texas semiconductor hub status
Local angle: Austin tech corridor expansion with potential Apple partnership
Sources: 2 local, 5 national · Federal impact: High
Arizona
AZ
Impact: High
Why: Intel's Chandler fabs and foundry push make Arizona central to domestic chip shift; Apple deal validates investments
Local angle: Phoenix semiconductor cluster growth amid CHIPS incentives
Sources: 2 local, 5 national · Federal impact: High
Oregon
OR
Impact: High
Why: Intel's Hillsboro HQ and R&D fabs benefit from foundry customer like Apple, supporting Oregon's tech manufacturing base
Local angle: Hillsboro innovation hub sees stock surge and partnership buzz
Sources: 2 local, 5 national · Federal impact: Medium
California
CA
Impact: Medium
Why: Apple's Cupertino HQ drives US supply chain diversification; boosts CA tech ecosystem and suppliers
Local angle: Bay Area firms eye ripple effects from domestic chip move
Sources: 4 local, 5 national · Federal impact: Medium
New Mexico
NM
Impact: Medium
Why: Intel's Rio Rancho fab expansions could gain from Apple volumes, aiding NM's chip sector growth
Local angle: Albuquerque area jobs from foundry pivot
Sources: 1 local, 5 national · Federal impact: Medium
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