Apple's Patently Profitable Portfolio
by Dennis Baker
Apple's Patent Payout
A little less than three years ago, the smartphone marketplace exploded into a storm of litigation and licensing demands. At the heart of this storm was Google (GOOG). When Google released Android, they stepped on a multitude of patents from Microsoft (MSFT) and Apple (AAPL). Rather than negotiate licensing deals with patent holders in advance, they released their OS into the wild, leaving their partners to duke it out with Apple and Microsoft for their respective patent rights. The legal team in Redmond knew Linux (the operating system kernel Android runs atop) used many of their patents and have been waiting in the wings for an opportunity to cash in. Apple for their part seemed to have a less clear goal in mind with regards to litigation. Apple's early approach to patent enforcement was characterized by a series of lawsuits designed to force Android to differentiate from the iPhone and iOS. Now, after their big legal victory with Samsung (SSNLF.PK), Apple seems to be shifting gears and turning towards monetizing their patents. This is a huge shift in policy on Apple's part and should end much of the chaos in the industry and help Apple unlock the real value and power of their patent portfolio. read more »
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