Apple wins a preliminary injunction against the Galaxy Nexus; we're giving one away right this second!

By Phil Nickinson  | Jun 29 2012 | 7:41 pm  | 4944 Comments

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Apple ... blah blah blah ... Google ... blah blah blah ... Patent ... blah blah blah ... Search ... blah blah blah ... Banned ... Blah blah blah.

Frankly, Scarlett, I don't give a shit. Lawyers are doing what lawyers are wont to do. This is only growing more ridiculous with each passing day.

In fact, here's how much I don't care. We're going to give away another Galaxy Nexus right here, right now. Because despite this ruling, they're still shipping. It's just lawyers being lawyers.

Here's how to win: Leave a comment in this post about how messed up all this patent nonsense is. We'll pick a winner by noon EST Saturday, June 30. Everyone's invited. Not just in the U.S.

Here are a few links about today's news, if you still wanna read more: Reuters; FOSS Patents

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Thicklizard says:

Apple is grasping at anything they can to try show they are "innovative"

azdmelani says:

haters gonna hate...

stonefeet says:

Apple king of the patent trolls

dcraig says:

Seriously Apple? Guess this gives me a good reason to win a Galaxy Nexus!
Sorry Apple, desserts just taste better ;)

Silent1 says:

Apple is threatened by Android so they are trying everything they can to hold up Android. Besides when is the last time actually had an original idea?

Harmdizzle says:

YABBA DABBA D'OH

solstoned says:

wtf... I am so over this crap... :( would love to have a nexus to replace my Epic 4g that is falling apart...

One Radical Dude says:

Apple is so full of themselves. They're clearly greedy and manipulative, and they will do anything to decrease the competition -- ending up increasing the costs of mobile devices. This is the kind of crap that will prevent me from purchasing any device from Apple, even if they are impressive in any way.

DZolty85 says:

It is getting out of hand, next thing we'll see is Apple having a patent on the very air we breathe...Hold your breath folks......

dhawk1202 says:

I'm afraid to eat and apple while using my android device. I get a feeling I am infringing on something. hmmm...

ofteno says:

this is ridiculous, by apple´s logic, car manufacturers should be suing each other too.
the system needs to be updated, what Apple is doing is just trying to kill competition by taking advantage of an aged system.
Google need to counter Jobs ICBMs with their Star Wars program lol

kevinwska says:

The patent wars are just an excuse to be lazy as a company. Why work hard at innovation when you can sue your way to market dominance over tiny and false details.

aNYthing24 says:

This is seriously becoming so silly. I think Google is finally going to have to get involved because technically it is a Google product. Let's see what happens.

bryancotton84 says:

whats the latest on the Motorola vs Apple patent lawsuit?! I think thats about the only patent nonsense I care about. iPatent!

awfred says:

and on the birthday of their god forsaken flagship phone. obviously trolling judge is obvious.

*raises fist to the air and increasingly screams* SON OF A B***HHHHHHHHHH!

RyanRhoden says:

Since all they do is throw big bags of money at each other, can I join up? :)

alan.b says:

*sets up giant net to catch said big bags of money*

Seriously ridiculous. From PCWorld Article: "Friday's ruling centers on U.S. Patent 8,086,604, which covers a user interface for conveniently retrieving information from a computer system."

So..... we're supposed to be using interfaces that are inconvenient for retrieving information? Like... I dunno... paper tape printouts?

jsherm10 says:

Lawyers are loving this and apple trying to do what they can to keep market share.

BucktownzFinest says:

This is ridiculous. How can companies be innovative if they keep suing each other over the most irrelevant things? It's all about money and competition, but come on!

korrowan says:

Another day another injunction. All this is doing is hurting the little guy and an attempt to stop competition as Apple is terrified of losing their stronghold after they lost their leader.

r1fo says:

You know what I don't even care if I win this or not, I'm just so pissed at this shameful behavior by Apple. I understanding wanting to protect intellectual property, but as engineers we are bound to improve all technology and not limit the growth like this. If I were a doctor, I would care about creating better ways to heal people and want others to use it. Yes I want compensation as well, but this is just ridiculous.

I'll tell you what makes me happy - Android's continued growth and domination of Apple in the marketplace, DESPITE Apple's efforts to the contrary. It comes down to having a better product, period.

I was on the fence regarding preordering a Nexus 7 (I'm still using my rooted Nook), but due to this I have just pre-ordered. Give 'em hell, Google!!

jsherm10 says:

Lawyers are loving this and apple trying to do what they can to keep market share.

jmp1937 says:

Hi, what does the I/O mean? And yes, it is nonsense!

jsherm10 says:

Lawyers are loving this and apple trying to do what they can to keep market share.

jsherm10 says:

Lawyers are loving this and apple trying to do what they can to keep market share.

jsherm10 says:

Lawyers are loving this and apple trying to do what they can to keep market share.

woodydog says:

Apple is just salty that that don't have anything innovative and everyone is jumping ship

v3rdict says:

The whole patent system is broken, needs to be scrapped. Apple is just the latest in a long line of Patent Trolls.

He123321 says:

Hey, someone has to pay for these lawyers women on the side lol...

NotJustAPhone says:

Free the Galaxy Nexus!

rhizon15 says:

What happened to free commerce? Why all these bans??

Who the hell made Apple the company to measure everyone else by?

You know, I try to give Apple some credit. I really do try. But things such as these really piss me off. And now it's happening too close to home.

Apple better back off before they step way over the line and suddenly find themselves on the receiving end of all crap. Actually, if they keep this up and it comes around to bite their butt, it will be a good lesson.

I'll support it.

tmartinac says:

Everyone steals from everyone so get over it and allow the sales!

machomilk says:

Lets just say I USED TO own an iphone, and a mac. Now i can't stand there $*%&, they are such children.

psipher says:

oh Apple, don't you have anything better to do?

DrDoppio says:

With over 100 billion in the bank, you'd expect they have -- but then you see NO creativity from this company in the last 2 years. Their developer conference was boring, they're playing catch-up with Google in every software aspect. The only thing they've got going on is increasing screen resolution and making devices thinner, which is all good to a degree (albeit quite unimaginative), but gets completely meaningless after a certain point...

zrustin says:

I remember when everyone was always talking about how "innovative" Apple was. I didn't understand it then, and I don't understand it now. This kind of low-brow tactic is common in companies that know that they can't keep up with the rest of the industry. Look at the RIAA, the MPAA, and Congress. Instead of finding ways to get people to buy things through enticements, better movies, bonuses in the albums, etc., they sue people who download their stuff, and then raise the prices of tickets to account for all the money that they are "losing to piracy". This isn't to say that piracy is good (it isn't), but it is a side effect of this same mindset. Anyhow, sorry about the rant, pick me!

MrLockthorne says:

This is just getting ridiculous at this point. Who does Apple think they are? Google should eliminate them entirely.

reese88 says:

I hate Apple. The Nexus looks nothing like the iPhone and Apple is just nit picking. I wish Google would get its notification patent. Apple is just being stupid and afraid the Android will dominate.

im_electronic says:

Apple doesn't like playing with others in it's sandbox. Razer released the Blade, then they stopped doing 17" laptops./:

yankees368 says:

As a future lawyer, I would like to apologize for my entire future industry. This is disgusting.

Gspot82 says:

Go work for google for some satisfaction when the notification drawer patent is approved.

samid says:

Booooo on Apple

Eollie says:

Its getting ridiculous does Apple not realize its not helping them make money? People are sttarting to see them as bullies.

adam7425 says:

Now isn't that cherry?? Here is Apple doing what it does best. What this years Google I\O is telling me is that Apple is getting out innovated at the moment and they're just getting desperate.

Brianbgrp says:

Apples acting like a spoiled rich kid who stopped getting what he wants so throws a fit instead. Trollololololol?

alhinai21 says:

Don't care it is Google and they will do something.

Just gave me that nexus I have never when any thing in my life hope to get lucky some day )': .

Thanks for this

wilfreb says:

Meeee i need a nexus, this Galaxy S3 is sooo outdated hahahaha

Zikan says:

Giving me a Nexus would really stick it to Apple!

letmeupgradeya says:

mark cuban was right about patent law being absurd. down with apple, up with competition!

Bubbamel says:

Hi, our name is Apple... we are union. We will destroy anything that looks like a rectangular unit that is spoken into that has a screen on it. We have spoken.. we are Apple.

The smell of desperation from Apple is wonderful... absolutely wonderful. I just hate that they feel they have a patent on any smartphone. Ridiculous....

broadwayblues says:

Something needs to be done, patents were never ment to be used in the manner that they are being used now. They were never supposed to cover general or broad topics. Something needs to be done, and soon. I don't see how this isn't costing us an arm and a leg, these lawsuits are not cheap!

tkminter says:

Can't we all just get along.....and let the consumers decide.

vinny jr says:

Apple will never be able to stop this machine called Google. Nexus will never be stopped by a rotten Apple.

trjlangdon says:

Simple solution is that patents should be reserved for hardware while the software realm should stick to being governed by copyright. It would take away this silliness with constant court battles and temporary injunctions while at the same time providing for software developers (and the big companies who employ them) to be able to collect their due royalties

iLOVEhead says:

I need a nexus now more then ever so I can dump this damn iPhone and be done with apple....

bbrodriguez says:

Being a superior competitor to Apple these days is like being molested by a clown. You know it's going to affect you, but you just don't really know how yet.

tompro53 says:

The problem with this patent cases is ever time they are trying to ban a product even if the plaintiff wins the product is never really stopped being sold, its just company's wasting their money on petty thing when they could use that money to help their customers.

akio says:

Apple Sucks

trooperoutlaw says:

I think that all these patent law suits are hindering innovation. How much stuff did Apple steal or use in its history? Come on!

JonJJon says:

Patent was have become ridiculous these days, it just isn't laughable anymore, I hope people start to wise up soon though or we could see some really amazing innovation fall to the wayside because of some petty bickering.

Apples are nice but I much prefer nice big ripe juicy melons :P

greenwalt says:

As if Apple needs any help...they're the worst.

xkoolaidislifex says:

Poor apple, but happy me for winning a nexus

ramblerd says:

I'd rather jump barefoot off a 6-foot step ladder into a
5 gallon bucket full of porcupines than deal with patent squabbles.

hjartinian says:

Steve Jobs says that Apple shamelessly steals great ideas. They are hypocrites. ;)

Reeper says:

Apple is stifling the industry with it's bully-antics. Apple needs to stop believing their products are akin to the second coming, because they are wrong.

rcobourn says:

This comment is patent pending.

qst4 says:

You deserve a GN

curl2k1 says:

Really getting tired of this. If Apple were to somehow pull this off and get all devices banned but theirs, I'll go back to a dumb phone before I buy anything they make.

mtrs says:

Commenting about the patent situation - having to *think* about it - makes me equally frustrated and sad. I don't like being either of those.

Thinking about the Galaxy Nexus on the other hand makes me happy, and I like being happy.

So please, don't make me be sad, just allow me to be happy. Thank you.

Swavek says:

it's clear that the patent system is broken. here's a crazy idea: lets invalidate ALL patents, liquidate the patent office(s) and create a new type of patent system.

CyD13 says:

The patent war is destroying innovation despite the original intention of the laws: to fuel it. Apple is pretty high up on scale of patent abuse. I think we all would love to see a rebirth of this whole system. It's time for a change.

afizzat says:

the patent system really messed up. apple should stop this nonsense!

Warrenisit says:

I'm a voluntaryist and don't believe in IP or government. Unless you are hurting some else's person or property there shouldn't be "laws."

flpalazzojr says:

It's so old that, I too, just don't give a sh!t...

thunderballs says:

This makes about as much sense as riding a unicycle on the brim of a volcano. Swear to god, watching these judges the last few days is like watching a retard eat hotwings. Painful. I guess everyone in this world is stupid cept me.

DonnaJ415 says:

Lolol. Anyone who responded to this post is smart.. Orrrrr just wants a new phone lol

bbrown13 says:

that is just apple being apple. sucking the life force out of competition.

jymbrittain says:

woot!

desreil says:

Damn Apple.....You want some cheese with that whine?

bbrown13 says:

that is just apple being apple. sucking the life force out of competition.

Stychill says:

lol exactly thats all it is, sue sue sue, trying to beat down all androids and keep them for taking over, i can't see the plan working...

Kettle says:

I always regarded the US as having some of the best minds in the world. Yet we have designed a completely ridiculous patent system. Unbelievable.

G_no382 says:

Unbelievable

Shadnic says:

The patent system is absolutely ridiculous as it stands right now. The ability to patent broad and general ideas does nothing but limit the creativity and innovation of others. I'm not an Apple-hater. I see all players in the tech world equally and judge each based on their actions and merit. All these attacks by apple, I think, are just painful to watch. It's destroying their image and reputation (to me at least). They're trying to ruin the success of their competitors by accusing design elements as being directly copied? Apple, you pretty much invented how modern touch screen interfaces were going to work. Take that win and watch as this marvelous universe of technology grows out of that. You're never going to have 100% of the world's business, and you don't need it either. Competition is good for everyone.

youthsoccer says:

I'm an apple fan and i think this is BS. Just let it go already!

Hendelo says:

Apple needs a new hobby and Put all of the money spent to a better use.

Voganlight says:

This was simply too broad a patent(s) and Apple should be ashamed of itself for using it. It's blocking good old competition in the market especially when these devices are not very much like each other, even if that is not the subject of the patents. The 'Siri' patent is simply required for a modern smartphone. I certainly hope it's turned back at appeal.

blue23dragon4 says:

I am so sick if the Apple BS! Just a greedy company being greedy!

VDub2174 says:

Apple is suing because of patents instead of working to make the iPhone innovative. They're scared and trying everything they can to stop Android phones from beating them in sales. It's sad and pathetic.

kjdroid007 says:

Years ago I liked and respected Apple Computer for being the underdog and not giving up. Today its all about "If you can't beat them, ban them." I have lost all respect for this company and their rubbish business practices. The patent wars only hurts us consumers. I have been a faithful Android user since 2010 when I bought my Motorola Droid. I love Google and their true innovation. Long live Google and the real Geek Community!

hawk8509 says:

I can't believe Apple can't just move on and get their heads out of there ass. They need to try and make their own products more open instead of stopping better products that other companies make from being sold. Hell Samsung makes Apples parts what are they thinking? Samsung should just stop making parts for Apple if Apple really wants to fight Samsung over a stupid patent.

itsthedaubs says:

All of this is ridiculous nonsense. I'm so sick of Apple and their childish antics. Deal with it Apple, Android has surpassed you in almost every way.

hawk8509 says:

I can't believe Apple can't just move on and get their heads out of there ass. They need to try and make their own products more open instead of stopping better products that other companies make from being sold. Hell Samsung makes Apples parts what are they thinking? Samsung should just stop making parts for Apple if Apple really wants to fight Samsung over a stupid patent.

itsthedaubs says:

All of this is ridiculous nonsense. I'm so sick of Apple and their childish antics. Deal with it Apple, Android has surpassed you in almost every way.

CasinoK1D says:

I'm tired of all this patent stuff. Can't we all just get along...geez.

vansmack says:

Only the lawyers are winning these fights.

seb_or_sam says:

I use an iPhone. I use a MacBook Pro-- hell, I'm using it to type this comment. But Apple, come on. This is just ridiculous. It doesn't do any good for the users. It just makes you look bad.

Oh, and uh, can I have my Galaxy Nexus now? Please? Pretty please with a cherry on top?

paxinlul says:

Apple is desperate to maintain its cool/unique factor from Android that it will use any means necessary. Frankly, with all respect to Steve Jobs, after reading the biography, it falls in line with his desire to destroy Google. But the U.S. court systems are ineffective at times so it won't stop the Nexus. Thanks for the contest!

jaj6503 says:

WHEN ANDROID IS OUTLAWED, ONLY OUTLAWS WILL HAVE ANDROID!

ja5219 says:

It is absolutely insane what they're doing, just abusing the system. But Sigh don't see this coming to an end anytime soon.. Just highly annoying now.

Would love the Nexus, Absolutely awesome phone and psh forget Apple! This phone is the best.

bdtrkdrvr says:

Fuck their patents apple sucks ass

FoeKilla says:

It wasn't all that long ago I was still recommending iPhones to folks like my Mom and my less tech(root) savvy friends for the sheer usability of the device. I'm on my 4th iPod. But after the playground antics of Apple, I'm done with them. No matter how well built and well designed their products are, I just can't support a company that conducts business the way they do.

I was really looking forward to trying out a macbook too...

KPCallahan says:

Patent garbage! They did something better than you, Apple! Stop being a toddler and crying to your parents.

y2kdread says:

Let's patent everything that exists. I call the dog and the cat!

Chuckroid says:

I don't get it really... other than it's the most simplest looking phone in the world. Is that it? "our phones simple to use, so yours must not look simple"

covac8 says:

this is stupid....how is there supposed to be technological advancement in consumer electronics if we are crippled by costly, time-consuming, and frivolous lawsuits

Alex908Papi says:

Apple Does Shit Like This To Stop Android Phones That They Know Will Highly Rival The IPhone Just So It Sells More While They Sue. And I'm Mad My Old Phone Broke So I Need A New One And The Galaxy Nexus Will Be A Good Experience.

jcondon says:

I hope Google finds some Motorola patent that Apple is maybe infringing on and blocks the next iPhone for a few weeks or more.

How about come out with a kick ass phone and win back people who left for Android?

reelon says:

Patents, patents, patents I hope that a small company gets apple infringing on their patents and apples to pay them boat loads of money.

The DragonTJH says:

Apple sucks. Let me have a Nexus, pretty please!

freddyc says:

This is ridiculous. I can't even think of something clever to say, I'm so irritated ...

bmsara says:

Gtfo Apple ur just wanna be Google and so ur just trying to blame them...u have no real backup with ur stupid patents!

shutterbug645 says:

Join the club! As google complained sometime back, these patent wars are killing innovation. I blame the patent office for granting stupid patents about trivial things, just so that they can make money. This is ridiculous! Not only are we wasting valuable time of our judicial system, we are stifling innovation in the process. Please guys, stop it.

saad87 says:

F#ck Apple and anybody that love em - Lil Wayne..

sergio777 says:

Apple who? Send me my Nexus

hazenagent says:

The Hell with Lawyers and Apple too. Get it on Nexus.

Bill Mc says:

Like Apple has anything worth patenting

gwguru says:

Why can't Apple just make products people want instead of trying to maintain their dominance by preventing competition?

Oh, and can I have a Nexus please?

trigun123478 says:

Doesn't apple understand there just making themselves look bad? Oh wait they don't care they just want more money. I think apple is mad because they have no more innovation left in them. I mean iOS 6 looks so boring and has no major changes. Google with 4.1 however its like they can't stop innovating. Google for the win on this one.

Qbfinest83 says:

BS this is messed up, the whole system is messed up and now there banning the Nexus line, hopefully this goes for a presidential review like the itc bans do, if so Eric Schmidt needs to call in a favor

jngox3 says:

I think it's pretty ridiculous that Apple is calling for this injunction on the core functionality of Siri and it's ability to aggregate data and throw it to a server and receive a response. I mean, seriously? I think Apple is waiving their big money flag and are going to pay 96 million dollars for this injunction. I mean come on, this is something that is killing innovation. How can companies really change the way it functions, that's it, it's search. I search for something to a server, and it responds. Apple is really doing an overal injustice by calling all these injunctions. I don't think software, that is based on math, should really be patentable.

Docavelli says:

Apple has ceased to innovate. They now litigate. They don't want any competition to push them to do better. They would rather spoon feed their brainwashed masses already introduced technologies and tell them that it's "NEW".

There are some apple fans that get it but most isheep buy it.

I usually don't get into the whole OS bashing thing but this is getting ridiculous.

gadgetluva44 says:

All this patent nonsense is garbage. The problem is that Apple has the government in their pocket. What other company can loan the government money if need be. And I thought monopolies were outlawed?
Oh well... I could really use a Nexus though. (hint, hint)

perrochingon says:

And this is why I do not own any Apple products. They can take their products and patents crap n shove em up their a**. Knowtambout!

hotdoggnboi says:

Now that Apple has let their best seller go to all the non contract companies - they just want to corner the market so everyone has to buy their phone. let it alone already Apple. Don't be jealous that other companies are making a better product, why not improve on your own than waste our govt's time on frivolous lawsuits!

R1der2002 says:

Why doesnt Apple sue Google......o thats right they would get there asses reemed, google need to get involved in this asap.

firefly9397 says:

The patent system is broken beyond an unforseeable repair!

matthewmcquay says:

While the patent system is a good idea, it is being abused. Everyone has the right to protect there ip, it shouldn't be at the cost of innovation. Apple (Anyone really) shouldn't be able to patent every single thing inside their products. For example, the rectangle, just because it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck, and acts like a duck doesn't mean it's a duck.

konman795 says:

I'd like to win this nexus so I can go up to people and ask them why they think Apple banned this device and nobody will be able to answer me.

AWDmonster says:

If it wasn't for Google/Android, Apple products would have not been nearly as "innovative" as they are today. Seriously, the only good thing Apple has going for them (besides the brainwashed sheep) is the iPod. Even I stopped using my old iPod and have since stopped using iTunes.

Google should stop updating/providing ios apps. Hell, pull all the official Google apps off their app store period.

bairon85 says:

Apple needs to get it's head out of it's ass. They used to fight against the man but now ARE the man. These patent fights have taken the need to protect intellectual property way too far. Stop the silly bickering and let's continue the innovation!

BigTex says:

What is black and brown and looks great on an Apple or Oracle patent attorney?... An angry Rottweiler!

tykob says:

Intellectual property and patents are destroying everything. if you've ever taken an upper level econ class you'll know that. they resist progress and innovation. they suppress the masses. poor countries cant gain access to many basic technologies we have because of royalties they have to pay to the "owners" of these technologies. think of the progress that could be made if everyone was open source like google/android. everyone able to improve upon anything that was created. we could be years ahead of where we are now.

lethalp1mp says:

If I win, I'll change the apple logo on my MacBook pro to the chrome logo. Patent that. ;)

Wicket says:

Apple talks big about "innovation" but whenever the envelope is pushed by anyone but themselves they get all butt hurt and start up this patent crap! I understand protecting your inventions but all this does is make them look like the little tattle tale rich kid on the playground! >:/ grow up Apple cause all your doing is hurting users. /rant

ccontard says:

Screw Apple. They've turned into Microsoft--no vision any more. Steve Jobs is dead. Let him stay that way, Mr. Cook, and let his petty butthurt stay with him--it's better for all of us.

andyha says:

Apple is dead to me!

SF Steven says:

Does anyone remember when Apple was the cool underdog that was known for innovation and quality? I do...it's sad to see what they've become.

jtmeyers says:

I'm surprised there hasn't been a lawsuit by Apple stating that they created the particular shade of green that Google use for Android. I'm sure that Apple has used it before somewhere and as a result is now entitled to ongoing royalties.

Count me in for the Galaxy Nexus!

klydefrog says:

Phil, the estate of Clark Gable has just filed an injunction against you for the use of "Frankly Scarlett..." line. Oh shit I'm next. Patent squabbles suck.

rootusr says:

Ok shut up apple and you guys please send me that Gnex to Mexico!

tvounn206 says:

This is crazy. Patent wars are getting out of control.

Uly says:

Has innovation through R&D become so expensive that it is cheaper to pay the lawyers in order to stay on top?

plumhead says:

One word. Ridiculous. It's just absolutely ridiculous.

dskwerl says:

The patent system is pretty lame, no question. Apple certainly isn't winning any credit by milking the hell out of it for all they can get. Stifling innovations just because you can benefits no one.

butterhasbeenspread says:

Its almost amusing anymore to see these lawsuits. It just shows that people aren't creative enough to one up the competition, instead they make something that works and play king of the hill. Why not take it to the next level? If no one ever competed and just said you can't make this because we did, technology would never advance. What if Ford was the only automobile manufacturer? I suppose apple invented cell phones, touchscreens, etc. Its just plain silly.

taadow1030 says:

Leave a comment in this post about how messed up all this patent nonsense is.

Phil,

You've already covered it: messed up... patent nonsense. 'Nuff said.

eliasso says:

every time apple senses some competition it start suing regarding patents!!! it is pathetic

Blammo79 says:

I hate all of these patent wars. Healthy competition is good for us consumers. Imagine the ridiculous prices if there was only one smartphone manufacturer!

zombiegladiator says:

So very wrong. Just let the phones talk for themselves.

xxKSAxx says:

This is a BS!!

ineedme says:

That happen when doesnt know how to win the mobile OS battle
Who lose always the users

jackjack1969 says:

Be careful Android Central about talking about patents. Word on the street is that Apple has branched out beyond computers and software and has developed something called iPatent. They are going to sure anyone who holds a "patent" for iPatent infringement.

Candi D says:

I wonder if those lawyers are closeted Android fans..

chronophilos says:

It's sickening. No respect for that pomaceous company anymore.

marv713 says:

This patent nonsense from apple is really messed up can't we all just get along? If u can't keep up with android sorry for you well not really lol

quake101 says:

This is stupid. Software patents shouldn't exist!

kanostic says:

They need to quit this, Apple that is, this is just getting ridiculous seriously. Lawyers for corps are lame.

Pauley says:

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AlGiedi says:

Look. I agree with all the Intellectual Property and patent stuff because, you know, that thing is the right thing to do to protect those things... BUT... I highly disagree with the cowardly way the "Cupertino Crew" use it just to screw the company that long ago has bit hitting them hard and taking the market share, the leadership and some other things they're "proud" of and desperately wanna keep. If you wanna stop your competition, do it the right way: with innovation, top-notch technology, apps and sexy hardware (something like the Galaxy Nexus); but, making these bans and dirty tricks not only stops the rhythm of the markent and the industry but also hit us, the consumers, with serious consequences which is worst considering that we kinda don't care about legal stuff and just wanna spend our money in something with really good value

benmarvin says:

Really hoping Google will go head to head with Apple soon about Android and finally put an end to the lawsuit nonsense.

S0ckM0nk3y says:

I think Apple spends more money on lawyers and court fees and paperwork than they actually save when the person they are suing (which seems to be everyone nowadays)is forced to take their product off the shelves. Such foolishness if you ask me. Well my Ford Truck's Wheels turn counter clockwise when I go forward so you cannot have the same on a GM or a Dodge.

nic1721 says:

Thank goodness I've been able to convince three of my friends to switch from iPhone to Android and I've successfully convinced my non-smartphone friends to upgrade to Android instead of iPhone!

music10ver6 says:

Every time I HAVE to use apple products at my friends' houses it makes me shudder. apple's unofficial slogan "it just works" is bordering on false advertisement, and I think a class-action is in order.

I also noticed that the Google reps used that phrase when describing Chrome on iOS during I/O. At first I thought it was hilarious. Now I'm just anticipating the lawsuit from apple corporate.

#delayingtheinevitable<>

gabbott says:

This is getting ridiculous. I guess if you can't be bothered to just be innovative in the face of competition then sue.

richardschris says:

I think that google needs to start helping out the manufacturers and start fighting back.
If apple can ban THE "google" phone, then wtf is stopping google from suing apple for everything they stole from android?

SiliconAddict says:

the fact that Google was a dumbass and didn't patent any of it, that is why. Its also the reason why they are on a patent buying frenzy. For as much as I respect Google, the company is run by people who only think as an engineer. Note: This isn't a bad thing....however. When it comes to business sense and ethics Google is an out and out retard of a company.

pittesq says:

Aquring patents soley for the purpose of keeping other companies from having them. Apple = Aquiring Patents to Possess Loads of Electronics.

jrw says:

Apple's commitment to being disgruntled is unsurpassed.... Would love a Nexus.

Gonzofreak says:

The hand of Jobs reaching out from the grave trying to stomp out one last competitor and keep the Evil Empire strong. Total BS rulings that will be overturned soon.

jess.hickey says:

Mother Apple is quite the bitch. I can't wait until an iProduct release gets held up one day due to a HTC/Sammy patent infringement.

medcur says:

They just need to clone the judges from the Google/Oracle case and the Apple/Motorola case and have them sit in every court so this kind of stuff dies its death. I like Apple products but cannot see myself buying any due to this silliness. It needs to end.

klquicksall says:

I'm so tired of Apple's trillion dollar company just trying to nickle and dime everyone else to death I gave my I phone 4S to my 3yr son so he can play games. Now I'm using a old My touch 4g. My screen is messed up, menu button doesn't work, and I'm on 2g since I'm with ATT. Im going pure Google from now on. Hook me up with a Nexus.

franzax says:

I think a patent is just for give your name to an invention, not for make fall all the competition. For Apple, all is a copy, but, they can't be a monopoly, and I think, no one want to copy Apple, they are only making what they can, to make the things good for users. Obviously, if something is going to be comfortable for the users, more and more users would like to take an adaptation for their favorites devices.

franzax says:

Can someone delete this post? I don't know why it appear twice. Thanks, and sorry.

HADOKA says:

Never ending war but i love android

WilCIWS says:

I would really appreciate a Nexus. Playing with jelly bean would be a treat. :D Also, I really wish that they would stop fighting each other with these ridiculous patents on shit and just make better phones. Stop choking innovation and competition! Apple just needs to stop being such a bitch.

tippythtsme says:

It's unfortunate that Apple resorts to this type of bullying. It's okay, Android is taking over the world!!!!!!! Muhahahaha!

dago350 says:

The patent system is outdated and not applicable for software patents anymore. Patenting clicking on phone number and it dialing in an email or the swipe gesture to unlock a screen is far to general to have patents on. The underlying code I could understand but not the general nature of it. In my opinion it's irresponsible by the patent office to cause injunctions like this and needs to be reviewed. Just my 2 cents

Jezilynn says:

When will apple learn that they have been outdone, and whining like a bitch will get you nowhere.

JanusKain says:

It really is getting out of hand now. Most of these patents are far to broad to be reasonable, and most of these companies just hold on to them to shoot law suits at one another. All of this lawsuit insanity is going to drive up prices of all devices eventually. They will have to earn the money to pay for these lawsuits somewhere.

matthod says:

Honestly this is nonsense and not because it is Apple suing and Android maker. It needs to stop on both sides.

idesofmarch says:

Can't we all just get along? This is getting ridiculous!! Both companies have great products and that is what brings on innovation...I guess apple doesnt want to innovate anymore :(

edbbates11 says:

Apple is just afraid of the competition. How many ideas have they stolen?? Steve Jobs (in an interview before he died) said he stole ideas himself! Stop acting like a kid apple.

marv713 says:

This patent nonsense from apple is really messed up can't we all just get along? If u can't keep up with android sorry for you well not really lol

phynal says:

It's so messed up I'm done with apple. That's why I need this Nexus so I can ditch my iPhone and get back on track with Android. This makes me miss my Nexus S. Plus I never win anything :(

waltesefalcon says:

I am tired of the fight with patents. Apple move on. Android is here to stay.

NeoSabin says:

The patent system extremely frustrating for everyone. It's trying to nickel and dime the most abstract creations. There seriously needs to be a new system put in place and/or if the patent is too easily reproduced, it should be made free for all and refund the patent owners money. If not pay a certain amount to free it.

drmosh says:

the patent system currently is definitely super flawed and needs to be carefully redesigned

Shayesky says:

I think it's time for Google to respond to this, it's getting ridicullus!

Shayesky says:

I think it's time for Google to respond to this, it's getting ridicullus!

Shayesky says:

I think it's time for Google to respond to this, it's getting ridicullus!

irishdude84 says:

I wish I was a huge Mega company who refuses to innovate my products so I can sue another company over the fact their product looks like a geometric shape. #drunkenrambling #heyiwantagalaxynexus

iamyourdemize says:

New features. SUE!

bdubs4200 says:

this is bullshit! they cant get better so they have to make google look worse. its a pathetic move on apples part.... but what else is new? also, please pick me ;)

inyrules says:

This is just another attempt on Apple's part to try and get rid of the competition. I expect them to try and find something on the Droid RAZR MAXX just because it is Verizon's current best selling phone. They have lost their edge, have stopped innovating, have are trying to get rid of better products.

w00x says:

With those patents lawsuits, Apple are just showing how weak and helpless they are. Go Apple!

jonathanmsims says:

It is sad that a company the size of Apple has to resort to law tricks to stifle its competition. Using their collective intelligence to create a superior product would be the correct way to influence the market. That's why android is always going to be the industry standard with Apple lagging behind.

scaots says:

Makes me want to order one before they're gone especially at $350.
...of course I would rather win one!

ehiggins says:

Patent should be reserved for dress shoes

Ziptied says:

Oh please, I need this. My wife's sensation just ended its own life a week out of warranty,just got off the phone with tmo and HTC who said sorry about your bad luck. Please AC make my wife happy so I can be happy.

Ziptied says:

And of course this patent BS is just that, BS
Apple can't innovate so they buy patents and then corrupt judges and sue sue sue. I hate apple, bill gates should've never bailed them out all those years ago

BuddahWolf01 says:

I'm enjoy your agreement with not really caring what just happened. I feel the same way. I do on the other hand care about winning a nexus.

Funky Cricket says:

You know you are losing the innovation fight when you have to sue to keep a better product off the market. How did they get these patents anyway? They are all invalid due to prior art.

lifeis good says:

If Apple and other companies keep up with this, the patent system will need a pretty big reform. In fact, a reform's probably already overdue.

SiliconAddict says:

probably!??!

tuvokof9 says:

This is the number one reason why i hate Apple! They can't handle the fact that there are better android phones than their iPhone, so they use the broken patent system to do they bidding instead of actually innovating. Android for life.

sethjk says:

Hey, at least the lawyers are getting rich.

Cesar29 says:

So lame APPLE! Improve your Crap-S instead of trying to keep competition out of market! Who is this judge anyways, how do we know he doesn't have apple stock!

abprice5 says:

Patents need to get under control. Patents about basic ideas and swiping fingers are ridiculous. Patents are for ground breaking technology not to hold technology back.

theking_2011 says:

What. Apple. Forget apple. Long live Google!!

Sent from my iPhone. :-)

Would love to have a Nexus though...

vimes79 says:

This crap with patents is Apple clutching at straws doing whatever they can to slow or stall new tech coming out on Android devices that is better then the crap they stick in their iPhones. Its just corporate games to try and keep themselves above the Android market which is far far superior as it isn't limited to just one phone a year like the Apple iPhone and they hate it and are pulling all this legal nonsense to try and slow the progress of our beloved Android's.
At the end of the day Android is a far better OS and runs on multiple phones and tablets from multiple manufactures. All apple have is their one iPhone and iPad a year.
Apple Suck

amartko says:

I don't understand how Apple can sue Samsung over software patents about software made by Google?!

nicknick says:

I've always hated apple and iphone fan boys, how many times can you try to make the same phone better ..... you can't move on apple!

Sainttaz says:

Patent lawsuits have gotten out of hand.

terr#WN says:

Makes me happy jobs died. Yeah I said it. I don't give a shit how his family feels. He may have been a smart Guy but that does not give him or his crap company the right to continue this BS. It has to end. Both sides should knock it off and think about the people buying the products. I could use the nexus by the way. I am refusing to sign a new contract and my phone is pretty jacked.

SiliconAddict says:

The man has seriously damaged the tech industry all in the name of his company and profits. I feel nothing for the son of a bitch and and glad he's gone. Anything good he was doing died after his first bout of cancer. After that it was all about building his empire.

Maxxamas says:

This stuff is way out of hand. Even the apple fan boys I know say WTF? Only innovative hinges apple has done in the last year or so is convince a judge that they invented the rectangle. Amazing.

I need a GNex in my life!!

ammaralo says:

Phil, I am a lawyer, and patents should be specific, very specific. The thing with these technology patents is that they made them very broad, or ridiculously unrealistic. Like the pattern your finger makes.

Stupid, anyhow, send me a nexus :)

nsnsmj says:

The entire patent situation is screwed up. While there's stupidity on all sides, Apple is definitely the most annoying. They claim others copy (which, yes, has happened), but act as if they haven't stolen plenty themselves. Many of the things they have patents on have been used long before they even implemented them into their own products.

Apple has somehow convinced the Judge that the Galaxy Nexus's supposed violation of these patents causes irreparable harm. Seeing as how Apple's posting record profits every year, I find that hard to believe. The Galaxy Nexus, and most other Android devices barely even sell a fraction of what Apples iDevices sell. All I see is a company afraid of competition.

Patent reform (specifically of the software variety) is definitely needed, but sadly, it probably won't happen anytime soon, if at all.

blakefields says:

Apple deserves to be pimped slapped right in the logo by Google and take another chunk out of their logo. But in all seriousness this patent war has gone on for far to long. Apple is acting like a spoiled brat. Google keeps innovating and improving their mobile OS, so good for them! Apple keeps winging on a dill pickle, try to use an outdated OS (in my opinion), and complete stopped innovating to the point where they rely on nothing but marketing, ads and sale pitches in order to make profit. Seriously, grow up APPLE and innovate and create things that are original! Your tech company for cry out loud. You throw your money way wasting time at this when you could be doing something a tech company should be doing! creating new ideas. That's my two cents...

pamsegel says:

As the old joke goes..what do you call 100 lawyers at the bottom of the ocean?..a good start.

mmidgley says:

just annoying.

tackhouse1 says:

These patent wars are beyond ridiculous. Manufactures need to focus on producing great products not suing each other. Money spent on a companies patent "war chest" would be much better spent on development.

bxrider117 says:

I understand the patent lawsuits and how each company is just trying to slow down the success of the other or gain some money off of each other, but each smartphone/tablet is great in it's own right and no matter what it is not going to stop consumers from purchasing the item. It actually adds some additional interest in a product when its main competitor tries to stop it from being sold.

shellscape says:

This codswallop just keeps getting more and more ridiculous. It's like seeing Bigfoot in your bathroom, using your toothbrush.

htowngator says:

Stick it to them!

ccw1134 says:

I'm surprised that Apple hasn't screamed patent infringement over the fact that we talk into to our devices and type with our fingers. Talk about your sore losers....

nihilmike says:

get a life steve jobs! err, um, something.

jsngrvn says:

Isn't it amazing how the side that is clearly winning the war does not care what anyone else uses but the failing side (rotting fruit) stop innovating only to blunt that growth.

sad, very sad

dgrass90 says:

A/C should stick it to the man more often!

ryanh24 says:

Pick me, pick me!

Mooem says:

This is terrible but only a slight victory in Apple's game. They are trying to stop the tide that they can't stop by abusing the courts. In the end, innovation will win out.

ItsaRaid says:

Apple may build nice devices, but Apple has a rotten core. Disgusting...the only people getting hurt are consumers lime you and I.
REMEMBER APPLE, what goes around, comes around.

afolgueira says:

All I have to say is that apple sucks, it is becoming the evil empire, if this was msft, they would have been accused of monopoly. Apple get away with this because it is apple, but again Samsung should do a better job on making their devices completely different than $pple. This was written on a iPad which it sucks damn I need a good android table.

cruzin_cruzing says:

Google has to step in somehow, they won't just let this happen.

Zaatour36 says:

I can't stand Apple any longer, it's like a baby who so another with a better toy and demand it!!

WTF!! grow a pair, and start compete, and called Market Share for a reason !

a side note:

please give me the Galaxy Nexus :P

@Zaatour36

Cezarslice says:

Me no likey apple lawyers...me likey GALAXY NEXUS WITH JELLY BEAN (:

rmotters says:

It annoys me that companies like Apple choose the patent route to protect their monopolistic eco systems. They claim they own the Rights to this technology, when they blatantly use ideas from the people they accuse.

Google has to take a stance and help defend against Apple.

BTW, How is Apple not a monopoly?

MrHug3 says:

If you can't swim, you're bound to drown..

alwayshalfway says:

Can we say BOLLOCKS?! I had my heart set on a new shiny GNex, and then this happens.
Not only does Apple do this, but did you know that Apple has more cash on-hand than the USA?! Like, what the f**k, seriously?! I know we all have a bee in our bonnet about this injunction mess, but that aforementioned fact alone should also be enough to begin the consumer onslaught against Apple. Don't be an iSheep, be an S Rulebreaker.

Ironically enough, I'm typing on a MacBook. Who wants it?!

jsngrvn says:

Isn't it amazing how the side that is clearly winning the war does not care what anyone else uses but the failing side (rotting fruit) stop innovating only to blunt that growth.

sad, very sad

Kid1da says:

I believe Apple spends more money on their lawyers than development for their own devices. I applaud them for their determination but Google will always win in the end.

hanman5000 says:

It shouldn't be about who copied who and who patented what, it's about who makes the better product. All of these patent wars are doing nothing but slowing down innovation rather than protecting it. If Apple and Google make something similar, then it is up to the consumer to choose which one is superior: not who patented it.

rmotters says:

It annoys me that companies like Apple choose the patent route to protect their monopolistic eco systems. They claim they own the Rights to this technology, when they blatantly use ideas from the people they accuse.

Google has to take a stance and help defend against Apple.

BTW, How is Apple not a monopoly?

krusty46 says:

They are a monopoly. They rule the market on shitty products

krusty46 says:

Oh shit, my Thunderbolt has a power button....the iPhone has a power button...I'm running scared now that apple will file an injunction against me for using it :-0

Santowl says:

I'd like to win one because I don't think my MoPho will ever get updated!

iPwn says:

This has gone too far. At this point, this is basically a virtual war between Android and iOS. The patent system needs some major reform if Apple is managing to win their down-right silly claims.

SiliconAddict says:

Makes me want to go to the nearest Apple store and run around and shoot silly string everywhere. BTW that stuff gets EVERYWHERE.