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That C1 chip in the new iPhone 16e? Its a big deal for future iPhones, too


Three words: More battery life.

And while Apple rarely discusses future products or plans, the Srouji told Reuters that "C1 is the start." According to MacRumors, who quoted a source with a good track record as saying that Apple is already working on a C2 modem, which could be even more power efficient, as well as offer faster and more reliable 5G connectivity. In practical terms, this could mean that Apple's rumored slim iPhone 17 will have a longer battery life than one might expect given its thin profile.

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