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In a deal announced on Monday, Intel will acquire German mobile chip manufacturer Infineon — who makes the baseband chip used in the iPhone — in a deal valued at $1.4 billion. Prior to making the move, Intel’s chief claims that he solicited Apple CEO Steve Jobs’ opinion, who is said to be “happy” with the deal.

Intel’s boss explains Infineon and McAfee acquisitions (geek.com)
Intel May Be About to Buy iPhone Chip Supplier [Intel] (gizmodo.com)
“Intel Inside” your iPhone and iPad (zdnet.com)
Report: Intel to buy smartphone chipmaker Infineon for $2 Billion (geek.com)
IPhone A Risk With Intel’s Latest Buy (forbes.com)

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