Apple Wins Latest 4G Patent Battle Against Optis

Jury rules Apple did not infringe on Optis' 4G LTE patents, though appeals may still follow.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Apple has emerged victorious in its latest patent battle with Optis Wireless, with a jury ruling that the tech giant did not infringe on five 4G LTE patents owned by Optis. This marks the latest chapter in an ongoing legal dispute between the two companies over wireless technology patents.

Why it matters

Patent battles between tech giants can have significant financial implications, with Optis previously winning verdicts of $506 million and $300 million against Apple, though those were later overturned on appeal. The outcome of this trial is crucial for Apple as it seeks to avoid potentially massive payouts to Optis.

The details

Optis had claimed that Apple's products violated its patents related to 4G wireless technology. While Optis had previously won lawsuits against Apple, those verdicts were later overturned on appeal. In the latest trial, the jury determined that Apple did not infringe on any of the five LTE patents it was sued over back in 2019.

  • The jury reached its verdict on February 13, 2026.
  • Optis and Apple have been engaged in this legal battle since 2019.

The players

Apple

A multinational technology company that designs, develops, and sells consumer electronics, computer software, and online services.

Optis Wireless

A company that owns a portfolio of wireless technology patents and has sued several major tech firms, including Apple, over alleged patent infringement.

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What they’re saying

“We thank the jury for their time, and we're pleased they rejected Optis' false claims. Optis makes no products, and its sole business is to sue companies, which it has done repeatedly to Apple in an attempt to obtain an excessive payout.”

— Apple spokesperson

What’s next

Optis is expected to appeal the jury's decision, and the case may return to the appeals court. Additionally, Apple is also fighting Optis in the UK, where a court previously ordered Apple to pay $502 million, a decision that Apple has appealed.

The takeaway

This trial highlights the ongoing legal battles between tech giants over wireless technology patents, with significant financial implications at stake. While Apple has emerged victorious in this particular case, the broader patent landscape remains complex, and further appeals and legal challenges are likely to continue.