Apple in Early Talks With Intel, Samsung to Shift Chip Production to US

Apple Inc. has held early-stage discussions with Intel Corporation and Samsung Electronics about manufacturing its device chips in the United States, according to a report by Bloomberg News.

The talks, which remain exploratory, have not yet resulted in any formal agreements or production orders. Sources familiar with the matter say Apple is considering the move as part of a broader strategy to diversify its semiconductor supply chain and reduce reliance on its primary manufacturing partner, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company.

As part of these discussions, Apple executives have reportedly visited a Samsung chip fabrication plant currently under development in Texas. The company has also held preliminary conversations with Intel regarding the use of its foundry services.

The potential shift comes amid ongoing global chip supply challenges that have affected Apple’s production capacity in recent years. Executives have previously acknowledged that shortages of advanced processors; the core components of devices like iPhones, have constrained output.

While partnering with Intel or Samsung could provide Apple with alternative manufacturing capacity within the U.S., the company is said to have concerns about relying on non-TSMC technologies, particularly regarding production scale and reliability.

Industry analysts say the move reflects a broader trend among tech giants seeking to localize semiconductor production, driven by geopolitical risks, supply chain disruptions, and government incentives to boost domestic manufacturing.

Neither Apple nor Samsung has officially commented on the reported discussions, while Intel has declined to respond.