ITC Begins Section 337 Investigation on Apple Computers, Mobile Devices
The International Trade Commission began a Tariffs Act Section 337 investigation into allegations that Apple computers and mobile devices infringe patents held by Aqua Connect and subsidiary Strategic Technology Partners, the ITC announced Tuesday. In a complaint filed Oct. 10,…
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the two companies said Apple Mac computers running macOS 10.7 or above, Apple iPhones, iPads and iPods running iOS 5 or above, and Apple TV products, second generation and above, copy Strategic Technology Partners’ patented screen sharing technology. The ITC will consider whether to issue a cease and desist order against Apple, as well as a limited exclusion order banning import of Apple products that infringe the patents. Aqua Connect and Strategic Technology Partners sought a temporary cease and desist order and a temporary exclusion order while the ITC considers the case. Apple didn't comment Wednesday.