iPod uses one of Creative's user interface patents

Posted on Wednesday, August 31 2005 @ 9:38 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

The Inquirer learned about a U.S. patent from Creative which is related to the user interface of portable media players which allows users to navigate and select tracks.

Creative's CEO Sim Wong Hoo says the user interface was invented by Creative search and development engineers and was first filed on January 5th, 2001.

Creative says Apple also uses this technology but it is not clear whether Creative will try to sue Apple.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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