Apple tests Chinese memory chips for iPhone and MacBook

Apple is reportedly testing Chinese memory chips for possible use in future iPhones and MacBooks. The move comes as the company scrambles to secure memory supply during a global shortage. The tests, which might span multiple product lineups, follows early talks with Chinese chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies about supplying components. Apple also seems to be seeking approval from the White House before moving forward with deals involving devices sold in China. Chinese memory chips could ease Apple’s supply crunch The global memory shortage driven by AI is forcing Apple into an uncomfortable position: looking to China for components it normally…