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Re:Apple to pull some iPhones in Germany as Qualcomm extends... by stefan_ on Thursday December 20, 2018 @04:44PM (#18729419)
This press release doesn't mention that Qualcomm had to raise 674 million euro in case it's infringement case here ends up losing, money that is forfeited to Apple.
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Re:Apple to pull some iPhones in Germany as Qualcomm extends... by guitarbill on Thursday December 20, 2018 @04:48PM (#18729452)
Ah, good spot. They do allude to this:

> The injunction is effective as soon as Qualcomm posts the required bonds

Makes more sense, but still not sure what advantages this approach brings. I guess Apple could then come to some agreement with Qualcomm to lift the injunction, but it's still a brutal penalty unless Qualcomm has to license the patent at a reasonable price

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