Apple Proposing Settlements in Android Device Patent Disputes, Would Reap $5-15 Per Android Device

dow jones newswires reports apple has expressed willingness settle of patent disputes manufacturers of android-based handsets such samsung , motorola, potentially seeking reduce burden of ongoing litigation.

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the consumer-electronics company has put forth proposals motorola mobility holdings inc. (mmi) , samsung electronics co. (005930.se, ssnhy) settle pending litigation in exchange royalty payments license patents, among other terms, [people familiar matter] said.

not new tactic; apple had discussions companies such samsung before initiating litigation, according statements made court in @ least 1 suit.

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samsung , motorola not willing agree such settlements @ face value, apple reportedly proposing competitors pay $5-15 licensing fee apple each android handset sold.

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apple, of cupertino, calif., has asked between $5 , $15 per handset of patents in 1 negotiation, or 1% 2.5% of net sales per device, person familiar matter said. motorola, part, has been criticized asking 2.5% of net sales per device wireless patents apple.

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the report notes settlements appear go against steve jobs' desires, expressed in biography wished "destroy android" if required "every penny" of apple's cash hoard. apple's cash position , domination of mobile phone industry revenues mean company has less of need settle royalty payments competitors.

apple's competitors of course pursuing own actions against company, each side hoping use leverage lawsuits gain more favorable terms in settlement talks.

article link: apple proposing settlements in android device patent disputes, reap $5-15 per android device

 

$5? not bad... $15, bad

 

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