On September 24, 2026, Qualcomm announced an extension of its patent licensing agreement with Apple, effective April 1, 2026. This extension builds on a 2019 settlement that ended a two-year legal dispute over wireless patents and modem-chip supply. The original six-year agreement included an option for a two-year extension, which Apple has now exercised. The companies did not disclose financial terms. This move ensures Qualcomm continues to earn royalties from Apple's use of its wireless technology, even as Apple develops its own chips.
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