A global memory shortage is pushing Apple to consider alternate RAM suppliers. In all likelihood, this will draw scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers.
Memory is in short supply globally — Image credit: SK Hynix
Memory is in short supply globally — Image credit: SK Hynix
The companies in question are ChangXin Memory Technologies Inc. and Yangtze Memory Technologies Co. The companies are on a Department of Defense list of Chinese companies believed to support Beijing’s military.
According to Bloomberg, talks are still ongoing and nothing is final yet. However, Apple’s goal is to reduce the impact of a global memory shortage, which recently caused the company to increase prices across its hardware lineup.