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Apple faces $5.7 billion patent infringement verdict over iPhone and Apple Watch haptics

A federal jury ordered Apple to pay more than $5.7 billion in damages after finding that the technology inside its Taptic Engine infringes on two patents. Taction Technology accused Apple of using its vibration technology without permission in popular devices including iPhones and Apple Watches. The San Diego jury delivered the verdict on Friday following deliberations that lasted parts of two days. Apple rejects the allegations of infringement and plans to appeal the decision, meaning no money has changed hands yet. Litigation funder Burford Capital stands to collect up to $1.4 billion if the massive verdict remains intact.

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  • ✓ A US federal jury ordered Apple to pay more than $5.7 billion in a patent infringement verdict involving haptic technology.
  • ✓ The lawsuit claims Apple infringed two patents held by Taction Technology related to vibration technology used in its Taptic Engine.
  • ✓ The verdict covers haptic technology used in iPhones and Apple Watches.
  • ✓ Apple rejected the allegations and stated plans to appeal the decision.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 14 independent reporting domains (100% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

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A federal jury in San Diego ordered Apple to pay over $5.7 billion in damages following a trial over haptic technology patents.

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  1. Apple Hit With $5.7 Billion Patent Verdict Over Haptic Tech

    A federal jury ordered Apple to pay more than $5.7 billion in damages after finding that the technology inside its Taptic Engine infringes on two patents. Taction Technology accused Apple of using its vibration technology without permission in popular devices including iPhones and Apple Watches. The San Diego jury delivered the verdict on Friday following deliberations that lasted parts of two days. Apple rejects the allegations of infringement and plans to appeal the decision, meaning no money has changed hands yet. Litigation funder Burford Capital stands to collect up to $1.4 billion if the massive verdict remains intact.

    Why it matters

    The dispute centers on vibration and haptic feedback systems that Apple integrates into its hardware lineup. Taction Technology brought the lawsuit to challenge the hardware maker over proprietary mechanics used to simulate touch responses. The resulting multi-billion dollar award ranks among the largest patent judgments in US courts.

    What is confirmed

    • A US federal jury ordered Apple to pay more than $5.7 billion in a patent infringement verdict involving haptic technology.
    • The lawsuit claims Apple infringed two patents held by Taction Technology related to vibration technology used in its Taptic Engine.
    • The verdict covers haptic technology used in iPhones and Apple Watches.
    • Apple rejected the allegations and stated plans to appeal the decision.
    • Litigation funder Burford Capital could receive up to $1.4 billion if the verdict remains unchanged.

    What to watch next

    • Apple files its formal appeal in federal court.
    • Further legal developments regarding Burford Capital's potential payout.
    Sources used for this update (14)
    1. CNBC — Apple faces $5.7 billion patent infringement verdict over iPhone and Apple Watch haptics
    2. The Verge — Apple hit with $5.7 billion in damages over haptic patents
    3. Reuters — US jury says Apple owes record $5.7 billion in haptic technology patent case
    4. Bloomberg Law News — Apple Owes $5.7 Billion for Infringement of Haptics Patents (2)
    5. Engadget — Apple Hit With A $5.7 Billion Verdict For Alleged Patent Infringement
    6. finance.yahoo.com — Apple Faces $5.7 Billion Jury Verdict Over Haptic Engine Patent Dispute
    7. www.cnbc.com — Apple faces $5.7 billion patent infringement verdict over ...
    8. gadgetsnow.indiatimes.com — Apple Faces $5.7 Billion Patent Verdict Over iPhone and Apple ...
    9. www.macrumors.com — Apple Ordered to Pay $5.7 Billion Over Haptic Patent Infringement
    10. www.lawcommentary.com — Apple Hit With $5.7 Billion Patent Verdict Over Technology ...
    11. 9to5mac.com — Apple hit with $5.7 billion verdict over Taptic Engine patent ...
    12. finance.yahoo.com — Apple hit with $5.7 billion jury verdict over haptic patents
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