Patent Pandemonium: Tech Giants Claim Ownership Over Mundane Concepts

Tech giants like Apple and Amazon have filed patents for some surprisingly mundane concepts. One example is Apple's patent for a paper bag, which was filed in 2016 as part of the company's efforts to promote sustainability.

The patent describes a specific container made from white solid bleached sulfate paper with at least 60% post-consumer recycled content. The design includes complex reinforcement inserts that boost the bag's structural integrity.

This move highlights Apple's dedication to controlling its public image, including the premium shopping experience it tries to provide customers.

In another case, Amazon secured a patent for capturing products against a perfectly seamless white background, a common photography technique long before the internet existed. Critics argue that this patent claim is questionable and could lead to disastrous legal battles across the software industry.