Apple and Intel have reportedly struck a preliminary agreement for Intel to manufacture chips for Apple hardware once again, according to The Wall Street Journal. This move comes after Apple famously transitioned from Intel processors to its own custom-designed chips, known as Apple Silicon.

The exact type of chip and the devices that will benefit from this potential deal are still unknown. Intel appointed Lip-Bu Tan as CEO in March 2025, and recently received a $1 billion investment from the US government, marking a significant shift for the company.

While Apple’s representatives did not immediately comment on the report, Bloomberg reported that Apple has been exploring partnerships with both Intel and Samsung to produce its processor chips within the United States. Currently, Apple relies on Taiwan-based TSMC for chip production.

Supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggested in late 2024 that Intel might begin supplying Apple’s lowest-end M processor by 2027. Bloomberg also reported in September that Intel had approached Apple with a proposal to invest and collaborate more closely.

Intel declined to comment on the report, leaving many questions unanswered for now.