Apple asks judge for ban on Galaxy S III before US launch

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Samsung may have pulled off an incredible feat by getting five major US carriers to pick up nearly-identical versions of the Galaxy S III, but if Apple has its way the launch won't go as smoothly as we've been expecting. The Cupertino-based company has filed a motion requesting Judge Koh to have Samsung's headline Android smartphone blocked in the US before it starts shipping later this month. Specifically, Apple has requested that the judge add the Galaxy S III to its current motion for a preliminary injunction against the Galaxy Nexus, the hearing for which is set for tomorrow. Apple argues that the Galaxy S III is similar enough to the Galaxy Nexus to be bundled in the same motion, and if it gets its way it won't have to submit a new request and — more importantly — it may block Samsung before it gets its new devices into customers hands.

Specifically, Apple claims that in its brief analysis of a UK-sourced version of the phone, the Galaxy S III infringes two of the four patents that its going after the Galaxy Nexus for: universal search and smart links (like those on phone numbers that push users out to the dialer). Apple hasn't yet concluded whether or not the other two patents (slide to unlock and keyboard suggestions) are also infringing, but due to the similarities it says that both smartphones can be judged together. Samsung, in its opposition to the motion, says that "This should not be done on two days' notice, without due process, and with no factual record whatsoever" and that "Adding a new product to this motion would significantly change the analysis of all four preliminary injunction factors." Samsung says that should Apple wish to seek a preliminary injunction against the Galaxy S III, it should enter a separate motion, giving both parties enough time to analyze the evidence. We'll let you know whether or not Judge Koh grants Apple's request as soon as we hear it.

Matt Macari contributed to this report.

Source: Apple asks judge for ban on Galaxy S III before US launch | The Verge

 

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Apple chief Tim Cook might have said that he doesn't like lawsuits, but he must have left a loophole open for International Trade Commission disputes. His company quietly filed a third challenge against HTC on June 4th (just now coming to light) that -- surprise -- claims HTC is still violating patents that it supposedly worked hard to avoid.

If successful, Apple would slap down 29 devices that include a much more modern set of hardware than the first two disputes, including the One X (and EVO 4G LTE), One S and One V. Apple had success in December with the final results of its first ITC complaint and may simply be rolling the dice to try for more. Whatever throw Apple lands, there's no doubt that HTC and its fans are exasperated at the thought of more launch delays, or worse.

Source: Apple hits HTC with third ITC dispute, One series goes under the gun -- Engadget

 

[DragonXJC]

Why are they scared for? Sheep still going to use/buy iPhones regardless. You can't sit at Starbucks with a Samsung

 

[CoTtOnMoUf]

They know that Android is about to take over the phone game.

Of course they're scared.

 

[MadWun]

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Apple is now acting really butt hurt now

 

[An RnB Thug]

Apple is so use to no competition
that they act like Bitches when there is some....
Bottomline the Galaxy S II or III SHITS on ANY iPhone

 

[Timdawg187]

first the evo 4g lte and one x, now the gs3?

 

[TEN]

Apple is so use to no competition
that they act like Bitches when there is some....
Bottomline the Galaxy S II or III SHITS on ANY iPhone

This.

 

[Devilstrider]

Those fuckers are shook.

 

[MistaFlynt]

 

[Devilstrider]

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Apple acting like a bitch on her period.

 

[contro-n]

Re: Apple pushes for ban of HTC's Android devices in the US, wants them taken off sto

Apple is now acting really butt hurt now

Apple acting like a bitch on her period.

Agreed...I copped the OG EVO when it initially dropped, and always said that if Apple dropped a 4inch plus screened phone (rumored to be the iPhone5) i'd definitely buy it, but after all of Apple's pettiness w/all these patent suits i'm completely turned off by the company...their business practices pushed me to buy the new EVO, when I had planned on buying the iPhone5.

 

[Camille]

Apple can kiss my ass. They are the reason HP/Palm stripped out options from the webOS facebook app, they got pissed it was better than whatever they were offering. After reading the verge article: http://www.theverge.com/2012/6/5/3062611/palm-webos-hp-inside-story-pre-postmortem Due to apple cornering the market on parts, HP could not get top notch parts for the touchpad. I wish samsung would have bought Palm. Palm has a ton of patents, some of which apple is probably infringing on. If webOs makes it to open source, I hope samsung puts it on one of their phones.

 

[Complex]

This reeks of desperation

First of all, those bullshit broad patents shouldn't have been given in the first place.

 

[Duval404]

Been using iphones since 3g dropped...I cant even front the Galaxy SIII has my attention. That shit is NICE. If the iphone 5 dont come with it ...I am copping the Samsung

 

[mathtest]

apple has fanboyd, they shouldnt be worried, sheeps r gonna be sheep, they actin like bitches

 

[wildlover85]

If the Galaxy S III will be the same price as a Iphone.That phone will D.O.A! I don't know one person who will cop a $500 phone.

 

[Cle Da YoungKingPin]

so if one had to pick...one x or galaxy s3

 

[contro-n]

This reeks of desperation

First of all, those bullshit broad patents shouldn't have been given in the first place.

EXACTLY!!!!

so if one had to pick...one x or galaxy s3

The only reason I went with the EVO/OneX was that it felt more sturdier in my hand/aluminum unibody (assuming the Galaxy 3 would have a similar feel to the Galaxy 2)and that HTC phones seem to get more frequent updates as compared to past Samsung phones...outside of those variables i'd rock with the Samsung.

And I ironically i'd originally planned on getting the rumored 4+ inch iPhone5 until all of this shady and petty litigation by Apple.

 

[a1rimrocka]

If the Galaxy S III will be the same price as a Iphone.That phone will D.O.A! I don't know one person who will cop a $500 phone.

Yeah you don't know me, even though we both from the 804 I do it all the time and still save money

Specifically, Apple claims that in its brief analysis of a UK-sourced version of the phone, the Galaxy S III infringes two of the four patents that its going after the Galaxy Nexus for: universal search and smart links (like those on phone numbers that push users out to the dialer). Apple hasn't yet concluded whether or not the other two patents (slide to unlock and keyboard suggestions) are also infringing, but due to the similarities it says that both smartphones can be judged together. Samsung, in its opposition to the motion, says that "This should not be done on two days' notice, without due process, and with no factual record whatsoever" and that "Adding a new product to this motion would significantly change the analysis of all four preliminary injunction factors." Samsung says that should Apple wish to seek a preliminary injunction against the Galaxy S III, it should enter a separate motion, giving both parties enough time to analyze the evidence. We'll let you know whether or not Judge Koh grants Apple's request as soon as we hear it.

Matt Macari contributed to this report.

Source: Apple asks judge for ban on Galaxy S III before US launch | The Verge

I guess that goes for just about all Android phones? Apple biting the hand that feeds them touchscreens

 

[Steve Lurkle]

If the Galaxy S III will be the same price as a Iphone.That phone will D.O.A! I don't know one person who will cop a $500 phone.

I spend that much on a phone. Gives me all the power when it comes to negotiating my phone plan cost. Buy a hot new phone for $600, wait a couple months, sell it for 500, get the newer phone.

 

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Yeah you don't know me, even though we both from the 804 I do it all the time and still save money






I guess that goes for just about all Android phones? Apple biting the hand that feeds them touchscreens

That's what I was saying why are just the big boy joints catching heat.

 

[Ceenote]

Why are they scared for? Sheep still going to use/buy iPhones regardless. You can't sit at Starbucks with a Samsung

I think this maybe true

 

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At what point do the carriers start getting pissed at Apple for causing them to possibly
lose money?

 

[Devilstrider]

At what point do the carriers start getting pissed at Apple for causing them to possibly
lose money?

They are fucking stupid man. Apple be raping these service providers.

 

[Ruff Ryder]

LOL, muhfuckaz be hatin' on Apple big time, if you don't like 'em buy something else, I don't think Apple is gonna go belly up if you do.

 

[M_I_CrookedLettaz]

LOL, muhfuckaz be hatin' on Apple big time, if you don't like 'em buy something else, I don't think Apple is gonna go belly up if you do.

spoken like a true sheep. bah bah. Even iSheep with any sense should see something wrong with Apple's competition strategy.

 

[RoomService]

if the galaxy s iii will be the same price as a iphone.that phone will d.o.a! I don't know one person who will cop a $500 phone.

lol, muhfuckaz be hatin' on apple big time, if you don't like 'em buy something else, i don't think apple is gonna go belly up if you do.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=8XY841RAY4Y

 

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LOL, muhfuckaz be hatin' on Apple big time, if you don't like 'em buy something else, I don't think Apple is gonna go belly up if you do.

that's the problem Apple is trying to stop people from buying something else.

 

[fatsack1]

that's the problem Apple is trying to stop people from buying something else.

This is the reason why I don't fuck with apple.....

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2

 

[RUDY RAYYY MO]

Can't front if apple would drop a bigger screen I would cop.EVO has me spoiled with its larger screens

sent from your girls crib

 

[ballscout1]

If the Galaxy S III will be the same price as a Iphone.That phone will D.O.A! I don't know one person who will cop a $500 phone.

You need to change your surroundings and stop associating with broke mofokrs.


ANd most people extend their contract and do an upgrade so they don't pay the 500....If they did ,everybody i know has a 500 dollar phone.

 

[wildlover85]

You need to change your surroundings and stop associating with broke mofokrs.


ANd most people extend their contract and do an upgrade so they don't pay the 500....If they did ,everybody i know has a 500 dollar phone.

Why i would spend $500 on phone when $64 works just as good?



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[Lexx Diamond]

If the Galaxy S III will be the same price as a Iphone.That phone will D.O.A! I don't know one person who will cop a $500 phone.

You'd be surprised. The first phone I paid $500 for was the i930 in 2005. Prior to that I spent damn near as much when the i95 had dropped. If folks want it they will pay for with no problem. My Galaxy S2 was retailed at $685 this time last year but it cost just over two and change as an upgrade. Meh they're relatively expensive toys .

 

[darkninja7000]

fuck a iphone i'm lovin my HTC ONE S