This week, Qualcomm representatives admitted that they get less ordered by TSMC 28 nm chips than we would like. The deficit has forced the customer to search for new contract manufacturer capable of producing an additional amount of 28-nm products. Qualcomm is not in a hurry to break the relationship with TSMC.
The shortage of 28 nm chips Qualcomm could become an additional factor, forcing Apple to delay the announcement of next generation iPhone until October this year. It is expected that new smartphone Apple' solution will be based on 28 nm Qualcomm . Earlier it was reported that the new iPhone could come this summer.
In 2011 the share of Qualcomm accounted for 45% of global revenue from sales of chips that provide access to wireless networks. Intel's share was achieved in 15% through the acquisition of appropriate unit Infineon. In 2012, experts predict, Qualcomm will be able to significantly increase its market share of LTE networks access .