Qualcomm has reportedly approached Intel with potential plans for a takeover. That's according to a story that emerged on 20 September from the Wall Street Journal. While no official bid is on the table,

Qualcomm has approached the once-dominant chipmaker Intel for a potential buyout, turning the spotlight on the portfolio of products these chip companies have to offer.

Doubts about the Qualcomm-Intel deal stem from uncertainty over how Intel's manufacturing fits into Qualcomm's design focus.