TechnologyQualcomm renews global patent license with Apple
The agreement takes effect April 1, 2027, preserving a patent-royalty relationship that is separate from Apple's use of Qualcomm modem chips.
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Qualcomm says it has renewed its global patent-license agreement with Apple effective April 1, 2027. The companies did not disclose the new term or financial details. The deal covers access to Qualcomm's patent portfolio, not a new commitment to buy its modem chips, an important distinction as Apple reduces its hardware reliance on Qualcomm. Their licensing relationship grew out of a 2019 settlement that ended worldwide litigation and established a six-year patent agreement with an extension option.
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Qualcomm renews global patent license with Apple
The agreement takes effect April 1, 2027, preserving a patent-royalty relationship that is separate from Apple's use of Qualcomm modem chips.
TLDR
Qualcomm says it has renewed its global patent-license agreement with Apple effective April 1, 2027. The companies did not disclose the new term or financial details. The deal covers access to Qualcomm's patent portfolio, not a new commitment to buy its modem chips, an important distinction as Apple reduces its hardware reliance on Qualcomm. Their licensing relationship grew out of a 2019 settlement that ended worldwide litigation and established a six-year patent agreement with an extension option.
