With their custom U1 chip, Apple has a chance to reshape experiences way beyond AirDrop
By embracing ultra-wideband location tech, Apple has a chance to reshape experiences way beyond AirDrop.
Brian Barrett for Wired:For the first time, the iPhone 11 and iPhone Pro will include what Apple’s calling a U1 chip. The U1 will enable so-called ultra-wideband positioning powers, giving devices the ability to determine each other’s location when they’re in close proximity. Think of it as Bluetooth on steroids. And while Apple has so far only touted it as a way to improve
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