Samsung has announced that it will launch legal action against Apple the very instant the iPhone 5 steps foot in Korea, according to Korea Times. Specifically, the manufacturer will move to block sales of Apple’s phone.
Quoting an unnamed source identified only as an anonymous Samsung senior executive, Korea Times notes that Samsung will “…take Apple to court here for its violation of Samsung’s wireless technology related patents.” Additionally, the Samsung source reiterated his/her company’s dedication to its battle with Apple, saying, “For as long as Apple does not drop mobile telecommunications functions, it would be impossible for it to sell its i-branded products without using our patents. We will stick to a strong stance against Apple during the lingering legal fights.”
This is the latest volley in the legal back-and-forth between these two tech giants. As of this writing, it looks like the battle has only begun.
[Via AppleInsider]
Samsung already planning legal action against iPhone 5 originally appeared on TUAW – The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Mon, 19 Sep 2011 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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