Apple’s new C1 brings two killer features, and it’s just the start

Apple’s newest iPhone comes with a key component many years in the making: the C1 modem. The idea of a new modem may not sound very exciting on the surface, but already with this first version it’s become clear why Apple spent so long developing it. There are cost benefits to ditching Qualcomm, but also user-facing improvements. Here are two killer features Apple’s new C1 enables. #1: Battery life gains Who among us wouldn’t appreciate a little more battery life with our devices? Even though I feel like the iPhone 16 Pro has finally hit my battery sweet spot, a little more juice never hurts. Apple didn’t go too hard promoting the C1 in its iPhone 16e presentation, but here’s what it did highlight: C1 is the first modem designed by Apple and the most power-efficient modem ever on an iPhone, delivering fast and reliable 5G cellular connectivity. Apple silicon — including C1 — the all-new internal design, and the advanced power management of iOS 18 all contribute to extraordinary batt ... Read full article.