Apple’s Version of LineDrive Maps?
Aug
11
2011
As discovered by AppleInsider, a recent patent application from Apple shows they are interested in changing how information is presented on maps. Check out the image below, but doesn’t sound like the same concept as LineDrive Line Maps? Check out that link for details. Don’t get me started on the pitfalls of the US Patent system…
Yes, sounds pretty similar doesn’t it? That’s no matter to Apple of course.
I don’t blame Apple for the problems of the US patent system though.
Absolutely not. But I’m no fan of their recent aggressiveness in IP, “look and feel” and associated lawsuits.
It is about an hour long, but you should absolutely have a listen to this… When Patents Attack from This American Life.
I have, and you’re correct that it’s an excellent program. It should be required listening before commenting on patents, particularly software ones.
There’s other very good video too that comments how an industry can thrive even while competitors mimic each other:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zL2FOrx41N0