Apple faces $5.7 billion patent infringement verdict over iPhone and Apple Watch haptics — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-faces-5-7-billion-patent-infringement-verdict-over-iphone-and-apple-watch-hapticsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Apple Hit With $5.7 Billion Patent Verdict Over Haptic Techhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-faces-5-7-billion-patent-infringement-verdict-over-iphone-and-apple-watch-hapticshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/apple-faces-5-7-billion-patent-infringement-verdict-over-iphone-and-apple-watch-haptics#u90895Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:26:40 +0000A 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