While the new iPhone will only work on Verizon 's network , the Qualcomm chip Apple is using in these new models is capable of connecting to Verizon 's network , as well as to carriers using the GSM standard , which is what AT & T and T-Mobile USA have . The inner workings of the Verizon iPhone provide clues as to Apple 's future plans . Apple is using a cellular chip capable of connecting to both Sprint 's and AT & T 's networks . An analyst said Apple 's next iPhone would work on both major U.S. carriers .
The inner workings of the Verizon iPhone provide clues as to Apple 's future plans . Apple is using a cellular chip capable of connecting to both Sprint 's and AT & T 's networks . An analyst said Apple 's next iPhone would work on both major U.S. carriers .