News Summary

• Apple has held "exploratory" discussions with the two semiconductor firms as it aims to diversify the production of its chips.
• The iPhone and iPad maker has had early-stage talks with Intel about enlisting the company's chipmaking services.
• Meanwhile, Apple executives have made visits to a Samsung plant under development in Texas that will also make advanced chips.
• Although it would make sense for Apple to use Intel or Samsung for its chip production, neither of the companies has offered a statement on the matter.