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Apple Ordered to Pay $5.7 Billion Over Haptics Patent
Original: Apple Ordered to Pay $5.7 Billion for Infringing Haptics Patent in iPhone, Apple Watch
A US court has ordered Apple to pay $5.7 billion for infringing a haptics patent used in the iPhone and Apple Watch. The ruling, one of the largest patent damages awards against the company, covers the vibration technology behind its devices' tactile feedback. It is expected to draw appeals and renewed scrutiny of Apple's licensing practices.
Why now: A massive damages verdict against Apple over core iPhone and Apple Watch technology is major tech industry news.
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