Apple Strikes New Deal With U.K. Chipmaker

The transcript discusses Apple's historical and current relationship with Imagination Technologies, focusing on their GPU designs. Apple initially sourced GPU designs from Imagination but later developed its own, leading to a decline in Imagination's fortunes. Recently, Apple has struck a new deal with Imagination, likely due to key patents that could be beneficial for Apple's AR technology. The discussion covers the strategic reasons behind this deal, the types of patents involved, and the potential future implications for Apple's technology.

What are the two main types of chips mentioned as essential for Apple devices?

• CPU and RAM

• GPU and SSD

• CPU and GPU

• RAM and SSD

Why did Apple initially stop using Imagination Technologies' designs?

• Imagination Technologies went bankrupt

• They switched to a different technology

• They started designing their own GPUs

• They found a cheaper supplier

What is a key reason for Apple's new deal with Imagination Technologies?

• To acquire new AI technology

• To avoid paying high royalty fees

• To improve their 5G capabilities

• To expand their market in China

Which technology is Imagination Technologies pioneering that is mentioned in the transcript?

• Quantum computing

• Ray tracing

• Blockchain

• Neural networks

What is the potential impact of the new deal on Apple's future products?

• Significant changes in AR technology

• Immediate changes in 5G phones

• A shift to new operating systems

• A focus on wearable technology