# Intel continues to see increased confidence for its upcoming Foundry technologies.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-04-29 · Wccftech*

## Key points

- Apple plans to use Intel's 18A-P node for its next-generation M-series chips.
- Google will leverage Intel's EMIB packaging for its upcoming TPUv8e AI accelerator.
- Multiple customers have begun test chip verification on Intel's 18A process, indicating readiness for deployment.
- Intel's 18A-P process offers 8% more performance per watt at the same density as 18A.
- Intel's 14A process PDK version 0.9 is expected to be available by year's end.

**Companies:** Intel, Apple, Google
**Countries:** United States

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