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Apple hit with $5.7 billion verdict over Taptic Engine patent infringement

Apple has asked a California federal judge to dismiss the $5.72 billion patent infringement verdict against it or order a new trial, leaving the award unsettled during appeals. A Southern District of California jury found that Apple infringed two haptics patents held by San Diego-based Taction Technology covering the Taptic Engine used in iPhones and Apple Watches. Taction filed the suit in 2021 and is seeking hundreds of millions in prejudgment interest plus ongoing royalties through 2035 on future device sales. No money has changed hands yet.

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  • โœ“ A federal jury in the Southern District of California found that Apple infringed two haptics patents held by San Diego-based Taction Technology for the Taptic Engine used in iPhones and Apple Watches.
  • โœ“ Apple asked a California federal judge to dismiss the $5.72 billion patent infringement verdict or order a new trial.
  • โœ“ Taction Technology Inc. filed the patent lawsuit in 2021.
  • โœ“ No money has changed hands because of pending appeals.
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Source Corroboration: 57 independent reporting domains (90% confidence) โฑ Read time: ~3 min

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Apple asked the California federal judge to dismiss the $5.72 billion Taptic Engine patent verdict or order a new trial.

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  1. Apple seeks to overturn $5.72 billion Taptic Engine patent verdict

    Apple has asked a California federal judge to dismiss the $5.72 billion patent infringement verdict against it or order a new trial, leaving the award unsettled during appeals. A Southern District of California jury found that Apple infringed two haptics patents held by San Diego-based Taction Technology covering the Taptic Engine used in iPhones and Apple Watches. Taction filed the suit in 2021 and is seeking hundreds of millions in prejudgment interest plus ongoing royalties through 2035 on future device sales. No money has changed hands yet.

    Why it matters

    The dispute concerns Apple's enforcement of intellectual property rights, a recurring feature of the company's litigation history. The verdict creates financial exposure for Apple while Taction seeks to extend royalties beyond the devices covered by the jury's findings. The requested relief from the court and the appellate process will determine whether the award stands.

    What is confirmed

    • A federal jury in the Southern District of California found that Apple infringed two haptics patents held by San Diego-based Taction Technology for the Taptic Engine used in iPhones and Apple Watches.
    • Apple asked a California federal judge to dismiss the $5.72 billion patent infringement verdict or order a new trial.
    • Taction Technology Inc. filed the patent lawsuit in 2021.
    • No money has changed hands because of pending appeals.
    • Taction Technology is seeking hundreds of millions in prejudgment interest and ongoing royalties extending through 2035 on future device sales.

    What to watch next

    • The California federal judge's ruling on Apple's request to dismiss the verdict or order a new trial
    • Taction Technology's pursuit of hundreds of millions in prejudgment interest
    • The appellate court's decision on the $5.72 billion verdict and royalties through 2035 on future device sales
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    1. aistockwire.com โ€” Apple (AAPL) Congress trades, insider trading and news
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  2. Apple Fights $5.7B Patent Verdict

    Apple is asking a California federal judge to toss out a $5.72 billion patent infringement verdict or order a new trial. A federal jury in the Southern District of California decided that Apple infringed two haptics patents held by San Diego-based Taction Technology for the Taptic Engine used in iPhones and Apple Watches. Taction filed the lawsuit in 2021. While no money has changed hands because of pending appeals, Taction is pushing for hundreds of millions in prejudgment interest and ongoing royalties extending through 2035 on future device sales. Taction Technology Inc. argued that Apple should not be relieved from the substantial award.

    Why it matters

    The dispute centers on haptic vibration technology implemented in Apple hardware. Taction has pushed back against Apple attempts to nullify the massive jury award. Meanwhile, Apple faces additional legal financial pressures, including a separate federal judge ruling mandating the company pay an additional $184 million in interest in a patent case with Masimo.

    What is confirmed

    • A federal jury awarded Taction $5.72 billion after finding Apple's Taptic Engines infringed two haptic patents.
    • Apple has moved for a new trial to throw out the record-breaking patent infringement verdict.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Taction Technology Inc. argued that Apple should not be relieved from the substantial jury award.

    What to watch next

    • A California federal judge ruling on Apple's request to throw out the verdict or order a new trial
    • Decisions regarding Taction's push for prejudgment interest and ongoing royalties extending through 2035
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    4. legalnewsfeed.com โ€” Taction vs. Apple: A $5.7 Billion Patent Verdict Sparks ...
    5. exlitem.com โ€” Jury Awards $5.7 Billion Over Haptic Patent Infringement
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  3. Apple Fights Record $5.7B Taptic Engine Patent Verdict

    Apple is asking a California federal judge to throw out a record-breaking $5.72 billion patent infringement verdict or order a new trial. A federal jury in the Southern District of California found that Apple infringed two haptics patents held by San Diego-based Taction Technology for the Taptic Engine used in iPhones and Apple Watches. Taction filed the lawsuit in 2021, and while no money has changed hands due to pending appeals, Taction is now pushing for hundreds of millions in prejudgment interest and ongoing royalties extending through 2035 on future device sales.

    Why it matters

    The massive financial penalty highlights the extreme patent risks companies face when a disputed feature is integrated into hundreds of millions of consumer devices. Apple denies the allegations, arguing that the financial penalty relied on speculation and that its Taptic Engine is fundamentally different from Taction's technology. Burford noted that the verdict faces significant risks at the trial court and on appeal, meaning the parties might ultimately settle for considerably less.

    What is confirmed

    • A federal jury in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California returned a $5,721,961,750 damages verdict against Apple.
    • The jury found that Apple infringed two Taction patents covering haptic and vibration technology used in iPhones and Apple Watches.
    • Taction Technology filed the patent lawsuit against Apple in 2021.
    • Taction has asked a federal judge to tack on 7 percent prejudgment interest and ongoing royalties covering Apple devices including the iPhone 18 Pro and Apple Watch Series 12.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Burford stated that the verdict faces significant risks at the trial court and on appeal, and the parties might settle for considerably less.

    What to watch next

    • A federal judge's ruling on Apple's motion to set aside the verdict or order a new trial
    • Court decisions regarding Taction's bid for prejudgment interest and ongoing royalties through 2035
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    1. www.law360.com โ€” Intellectual Property : Law360 : Legal News & Analysis
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    4. economictimes.indiatimes.com โ€” patent infringement: Latest News & Videos, Photos about ...
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    6. www.idropnews.com โ€” Apple Faces New Damages Bid in $5.7B Taptic Engine Lawsuit
    7. innotechinsider.com โ€” Apple Faces 2035 Royalty Demands After $5.7B Patent Loss ...
    8. www.siliconreport.com โ€” Taction seeks royalties through 2035 after $5.7B Apple ...
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    confidence 95%

  4. Apple Challenges Record $5.7B Taction Patent Verdict

    Apple has filed a motion asking a California federal judge to set aside a record $5.7 billion patent infringement verdict or order a new trial. Taction Technology secured the massive award last month after a jury found that Apple infringed two haptics patents tied to the Taptic Engine used in iPhones and Apple Watches. Taction is now pushing for additional damages, interest, and ongoing royalties that would extend to future device sales through 2035. Apple argues the original financial penalty relied on speculation rather than sound legal methodology.

    Why it matters

    The dispute centers on haptic technology powering core feedback features in flagship mobile devices and wearables. While the initial jury found Apple liable for patent infringement, it stopped short of ruling the violation willful. Taction is seeking to maximize its payout by demanding a cut of hardware sales stretching nearly a decade into the future, intensifying the stakes of Apple's push to scrap the verdict entirely.

    What is confirmed

    • Apple asked a California federal judge to overturn the $5.7 billion patent infringement verdict awarded to Taction Technology or order a new trial.
    • Taction Technology is seeking additional damages, interest, and ongoing royalties on future iPhone and Apple Watch sales through 2035.

    What to watch next

    • A federal judge's ruling on Apple's motion to overturn the verdict or order a new trial
    • Court decisions regarding Taction's demand for ongoing royalties through 2035
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    1. finance.yahoo.com โ€” Apple Reportedly Seeks to Overturn $5.7 Billion Taction ...
    2. lapaasvoice.com โ€” Apple Challenges $5.7 Billion Taction Patent Verdict Over iPhone, Apple Watch Technology
    3. 9to5mac.com โ€” Following $5.7B verdict, Taction wants a cut of iPhone and Apple Watch sales through 2035
    4. appleworld.today โ€” Taction still wants more moolah from Apple after winning a $5.7 billion dollar lawsuit
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    confidence 100%

  5. Apple seeks to overturn record $5.7 billion haptics verdict

    Apple is asking a California federal judge to set aside or overturn a $5.7 billion jury verdict awarded to Taction Technology. The award is the largest patent award in U.S. history. Apple argues the damages figure was based on guesswork and speculation rather than reliable proof or legal methodology. While the jury found that Apple infringed two haptics patents used in the Taptic Engine for iPhones and Apple Watches, it did not find the infringement to be willful. Apple is requesting that the judge throw out the ruling or order a new trial.

    Why it matters

    The dispute began with a 2021 lawsuit alleging that Apple's vibration-based haptic feedback technology violated Taction's patents. The Taptic Engine is a core component of the user interface for Apple's most popular consumer electronics. This case tests the limits of damages calculations in high-stakes intellectual property litigation.

    What is confirmed

    • A San Diego jury awarded Taction Technology $5.7 billion after finding Apple infringed two haptics patents.
    • The $5.7 billion award is the largest patent award in U.S. history.
    • Apple has asked a federal judge in California to set aside or overturn the verdict.
    • The jury did not find that Apple's infringement was willful.
    • The disputed technology is used in Apple Watches and iPhones.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Apple claims the infringement test used in the case was rigged.

    What to watch next

    • A judge's ruling on whether to set aside the verdict or order a new trial.
    • The filing of specific evidence regarding the methodology used to calculate the $5.7 billion in damages.
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    confidence 100%

  6. Apple hit with $5.7 billion verdict over Taptic Engine patent infringement

    A San Diego federal jury ordered Apple to pay $5.7 billion to Taction Technology for infringing two patents related to vibration-based haptic feedback. The verdict covers technology used in Apple Watches and iPhones. Apple intends to appeal the decision, claiming its Taptic Engine differs from Taction's technology.

    Why it matters

    This verdict is significant as it concerns the use of haptic feedback technology in widely used Apple devices. The case may have implications for Apple's hardware profit margins and its approach to patent licensing. Taction Technology is a California-based firm.

    What is confirmed

    • A jury awarded Taction $5.7 billion against Apple over Taptic Engine patents.
    • Apple has been ordered to pay $5.7 billion following a patent infringement ruling concerning the haptic vibration technology used in its mobile devices.
    • Attorneys from Quinn Emanuel secured the award for the California-based firm.

    What to watch next

    • Apple's appeal of the verdict
    • impact on Apple's hardware profit margins
    • future royalty payments
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    1. sigmalawgroup.com โ€” Jury Awards $5.7 Billion Against Apple in Taction Haptics ...
    2. appellatelawgroup.com โ€” Apple Slammed With Historic $5.7 Billion Patent Verdict
    3. www.mobilenapps.com โ€” Apple Faces $5.7 Billion Penalty in Vibration Technology ...
    4. www.quinnemanuel.com โ€” Record $5.7 Billion Verdict for Taction Against Apple Brings ...
    confidence 100%

  7. Apple ordered to pay $5.7 billion in Taptic Engine patent case

    A San Diego federal jury ordered Apple to pay $5.7 billion to Taction Technology for infringing two patents related to vibration-based haptic feedback. The verdict covers technology used in Apple Watches and iPhones. Attorneys Tigran Guledjian, Scott Watson, and Lance Yang from Quinn Emanuel secured the award for the California-based firm. Apple intends to appeal the decision, claiming its Taptic Engine differs from Taction's technology. Investors are now monitoring whether future royalty payments will impact the company's hardware profit margins.

    Why it matters

    The Taptic Engine provides the physical sensations for notifications and button presses on Apple devices. This award is described as a record for patent damages. Burford Capital is positioned to receive up to $1.4 billion from the outcome.

    What is confirmed

    • A federal jury in San Diego ordered Apple to pay $5.7 billion to Taction Technology.
    • The verdict involves the infringement of two patents covering haptic feedback and vibration-based technology.
    • The infringing technology is incorporated into models of iPhones and Apple Watches.
    • Taction Technology is based in California.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Apple shares fell following the verdict.
    • Investors are concerned that ongoing royalties could pressure hardware margins.

    What to watch next

    • Apple's formal appeal filing and legal arguments
    • Court rulings on the finality of the $5.7 billion award
    • Updates on Burford Capital's payout status
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    1. news.bloomberglaw.com โ€” Apple Owes $5.7 Billion for Infringement of Haptics Patents (2) - Bloomberg Law News
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    3. www.silicon.co.uk โ€” Apple Hit By $5.7bn Verdict Over Vibration Patents - Silicon UK
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    5. www.law.com โ€” Litigators of the Week: Hitting Apple With Record $5.7B ...
    confidence 95%

  8. Apple Hit With $5.7 Billion Verdict Over Haptic Patents

    A federal jury in San Diego ordered Apple to pay more than $5.7 billion to Taction Technology after finding that the technology behind Apple devices infringed on two haptic patents. The dispute centers on the Taptic Engine used in iPhones and Apple Watches to provide haptic feedback for notifications, button presses, and other interactions. Apple maintains that its Taptic Engine is fundamentally different from Taction's patented technology and has vowed to appeal the verdict. Meanwhile, Burford Capital stands to gain up to $1.4 billion from Apple's patent defeat.

    Why it matters

    Patent litigation over core hardware features can result in massive financial damages that reshape corporate balance sheets and industry partnerships. This particular trial targets the vibration and touch feedback systems that have become standard across millions of mobile devices. The involvement of litigation financier Burford Capital highlights how high-stakes intellectual property disputes attract significant external investment.

    What is confirmed

    • A federal jury in San Diego awarded Taction Technology more than $5.7 billion after finding Apple infringed claims from two haptics patents.
    • The patents relate to the Taptic Engine hardware used in iPhones and Apple Watches for haptic feedback.
    • Apple maintains that its Taptic Engine is fundamentally different from Taction's technology and plans to appeal the verdict.
    • Burford Capital stands to gain up to $1.4 billion from Apple's patent defeat.

    What to watch next

    • Apple's formal filing of its appeal against the verdict
    • Any subsequent court decisions regarding damages or injunctions
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    1. CNBC โ€” Apple faces $5.7 billion patent infringement verdict over iPhone and Apple Watch haptics
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