It seems that lawsuits can rumble on for ever.
Yet, in the case of three patents that Apple took to the US International Trade Commission (ITC) accusing Motorola Mobility of infringement, a judge has published a preliminary notice finding there was 'no violation'.
Patent that
The patents related to how an operating system works and two concerning multi-touch surfaces; the latter something Apple is trying to enforce in many of its international lawsuits against Motorola, HTC and Samsung amongst others.
"We are pleased with today's favourable outcome for Motorola Mobility," said Scott Offer, senior vice president and general counsel of Motorola Mobility.
"Motorola Mobility has worked hard over the years to develop technology and build an industry-leading intellectual property portfolio. We are proud to leverage this broad and deep portfolio to create differentiated innovations that enhance the user experience."
Never-ending story
Of course, this isn't the end of the matter, with the final decision in the case due from a six-person body is due on 14 May 2012.
Motorola also has a counter-suit with Apple pending at the ITC. Its preliminary hearing is due on 23 April.
[source: FOSS Patents & Motorola]
News
Contributing Editor
A Pocket Gamer co-founder, Jon is Contributing Editor at PG.biz which means he acts like a slightly confused uncle who's forgotten where he's left his glasses. As well as letters and cameras, he likes imaginary numbers and legumes.
Top Stories
News
7 hours, 35 minutes ago
Apple reins in Vision Pro plans following dwindling demand and disappearing apps
News
9 hours, 9 minutes ago
FTC bans noncompete work clauses to encourage entrepreneurialism and higher pay
News
10 hours, 9 minutes ago
The amazing companies you could meet at next week's Dubai GameExpo Summit!
Feature
11 hours, 9 minutes ago
48 top mobile games in soft launch: Squad Busters, CSR 3, Plants vs. Zombies 3, LEGO Hill Climb Adventures, and more
Feature
Apr 24th, 2024
Mobile Mavens: Analysts share insights on Embracer Group's "rapid dissolution", "mature" split and nervy future
Events
App Promotion Summit London | Europe | Apr 25th |
Esports Future Summit | Middle East | Apr 27th |
Dubai GameExpo Summit 2024 | Middle East | May 1st |
The MENA Games Industry Awards 2024 | Middle East | May 2nd |
GameDev Atlantic 2024 | May 4th | |
Mobidictum Meetup Berlin May 2024 | Europe | May 7th |
Mobidictum Meetup Tallinn May 2024 | Europe | May 21st |
Israel Mobile Summit 2024 | Middle East | Jun 6th |
Popular Stories
News
Apr 23rd, 2024
Supercell’s Squad Busters soft launches today with over 100,000 Google Play downloads
News
Apr 17th, 2024