In push for chip independence, Apple buys Intel unit for $1 billion

By Stephen Nellis (Reuters) - Apple Inc took a major step toward supplying its own smartphone chips by purchasing the majority of Intel Corp's modem business in a deal valued at $1 billion, the companies said on Thursday. Under the deal, about 2,200 Intel employees will join Apple, along with intellectual property, equipment and leases.

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