# Bloomberg reports that Apple has held “exploratory discussions” with the chipmakers to produce the main processors for certain devices in the US.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-05-05 · The Verge*

## Key points

- Apple has held exploratory talks with Intel and Samsung to manufacture chips in the US.
- Apple is considering using Intel or Samsung to produce main processors for some devices.
- Apple still has reservations about adopting non-TSMC chip technology for its processors.
- These talks raise the possibility that Intel chips may return to Macs as soon as next year.

**Companies:** Apple, Intel, Samsung
**Countries:** United States, South Korea

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