U.S. President Donald Trump says Apple has agreed to work with Intel to design and manufacture some chips in the United States. The claim is based on Trump’s posts on Truth Social, and multiple outlets report that Apple and Intel have not publicly confirmed the partnership or released specific terms. One report previously cited by MacRumors indicates Apple and Intel had reached a preliminary agreement, with Intel manufacturing processors for Apple devices using Intel’s fabrication capacity.
MacRumors adds additional context, stating that Intel would produce chips based on Apple’s designs, similar to how Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) manufactures Apple silicon today. It also notes earlier rumors that Intel talks could involve manufacturing lower-end processors for some Apple products. Other sources say the depth and timing of the agreement remain unclear, and Engadget and others describe Trump’s announcement as lacking detailed scope.
The reports frame the decision as part of Apple’s broader effort to diversify its supply chain beyond TSMC, while Intel’s role would also reflect its recent push to strengthen its foundry operations.
