Apple Hit with $5.7 Billion Patent Verdict Over Haptic Technology
Apple (NasdaqGS:AAPL) is facing a significant patent verdict totaling $5.7 billion over haptic technology patents tied to its Taptic Engine.
A federal jury found that Apple infringed on patents owned by Taction Technology related to haptic feedback used in Apple devices.
Apple has stated it plans to appeal the verdict, adding uncertainty around future use of its Taptic Engine.
This verdict affects technology within many Apple devices, reaching into the operational plumbing of the broader product ecosystem.