The move by Xiaomi to develop its own chipset is viewed as a prudent step towards minimizing reliance on international chip suppliers.

Xiaomi is preparing a self-designed mobile processor for its upcoming smartphones in an effort to reduce its reliance on foreign suppliers Qualcomm and MediaTek.

The processor may help Xiaomi be more self-sufficient and stand out in an Android market led by Qualcomm customers

Xiaomi is reportedly preparing self-designed mobile processor for its upcoming smartphones in order to minimize its reliance on Qualcomm and MediaTek.According to a report by Bloomberg, the

Xiaomi’s move could help with China’s goal of tech self-reliance, but only Apple and Google have completely transitioned to self-designed silicon.