On September 17, 2026, Apple's memory supplier, SK Hynix, entered discussions with Intel. The companies are discussing manufacturing memory chips in the United States. SK Hynix may lease part of Intel's planned chipmaking facility in Ohio. This move would mark the South Korean company's first memory chip production on US soil.
The potential move could have long-term implications for Apple's supply chain. It could diversify Apple's manufacturing footprint. It could also bring some component production to the U.S. Apple currently uses US-made processors for older devices. This deal would represent a new development for memory components, including RAM and flash storage. The talks remain in early stages. No final agreement has been reached.