Tuesday's decision by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office rejects TiVo's software claims that are at the core of the lawsuit. TiVo won its initial lawsuit against Dish, and Dish was ordered to pay $105 million to TiVo. While the case was on appeal, Dish decided to take a workaround solution and downloaded modified software to DVR's in use by its customers.
TiVo protested saying the workaround software still infringes its patent and prevailed when it asked a District court for an injunction. Dish appealed the case. Responding to Tuesday's decision, TiVo points out that it is only a preliminary finding, and that the company has not yet had the opportunity to present its views.
Written by: James Delahunty @ 5 Aug 2009 11:53
