# Apple explores Chinese CXMT memory chips for iPhones, MacBooks 2026-08-10T15:18:09+00:00 | World & Diplomacy | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Apple is evaluating memory chips from Chinese manufacturer ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) for use in iPhones and MacBooks, according to sources cited by The Wall Street Journal. Initial discussions focus on devices sold in China, but any deal would require explicit White House approval amid US export controls and political risks. Global memory shortages, driven by surging AI demand, have pushed prices higher and forced Apple to increase retail prices. Other PC makers like HP and Acer have already integrated CXMT chips for non-US markets. However, CXMT's technology lags behind rivals, its manufacturing capacity is maxed for the year, and its chips are priced at parity with established competitors. ## Coverage - livemint.com Tags: Apple, China, CXMT, memory chips, semiconductor, us-export-controls Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/apple-explores-chinese-cxmt-memory-chips-for-iphones-macbooks/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/apple-explores-chinese-cxmt-memory-chips-for-iphones-macbooks/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.