Samsung and Apple Attempting to Squash Patent Dispute
Apple and Samsung are in talks to settle their ongoing patent shenanigans out of court, according to new reports. The iPhone makers claim that several Samsung devices blatantly copy Apple’s designs and infringe upon patents has grown to include a handful of new phones and tablets after Apple requested an early look at upcoming and newly released products. Samsung responded with their own requests to see Apple’s next-gen iPhone and iPad hardware, though Apple denied them that satisfaction.
Apple’s attorney in the whole ordeal has informed the judge that executives from both sides have been meeting in an attempt to resolve their differences. Central to these talks may be Apple’s reliance on Samsung for their mobile displays, a business partnership that could sour if the battle continues without an amicable resolution.
[via BGR]