I am personally an Android fan. I carry around a Samsung Galaxy S Fascinate 4G. Seemingly, the most common comment I get is “Dude, that looks like an iPhone…” .(http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/18/apple-sues-samsung-over-for-copying-the-iphone-and-ipad/)
Apple claims that
“Rather than innovate and develop its own technology and a unique Samsung style for its smart phone products and computer tablets, Samsung chose to copy Apple’s technology, user interface and innovative style in these infringing products.”
Its undeniable, they look pretty similar. However, looking past the superficial aspects, Apple’s intentions at suing Samsung are questionable. Firstly, when Apple specifies “user interface”, they are really trying to point a finger at the Android system developed by Google. It appears as if Apple is trying to tackle another giant –Google, by suing Samsung. In comparison, Samsung is just the little guy. Perhaps it’s even surprising that Apple would choose to sue Samsung considering that Samsung is a main supplier to for major components of their gadgets. So, is Apple really suing over some design similarities or are they just using this situations to attack their more worthwhile opponent Google? Is Apple trying to pull a fast one on Samsung? Thats just not fair.
I understand the intention that Apple has made that move, but since long time ago, we all know that it is not the matter that who invents or makes the product. It is how well that the companies can maximize the improvements of the product.