Apple, Samsung and Google Face New US Investigation Over Audio Patents

Apple, Samsung and Google could face a US device ban over a patent case. The US International Trade Commission is probing claims tied to spatial audio patents held by California audio firm BoomCloud 360.

The complaint was filed in August and names all three tech firms. BoomCloud 360 says their devices infringe three patents linked to spatial audio.

Spatial audio is sound technology that creates a more three-dimensional listening effect. BoomCloud 360 develops cloud sound tools for films, games and music.

The company has asked the US trade body to block products found to infringe its patents. It has also asked for an order to stop the sale of those products.

The complaint does not name the Apple, Samsung or Google products involved. As a result, the possible reach of any action is not yet clear.

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Apple, Samsung and Google have also filed cases against BoomCloud 360. They are seeking court rulings on the patent claims made against them.

For Indian users, the case is relevant because all three firms sell phones and other devices in India. However, the supplied information does not say that Indian sales are affected.

The US trade body is still looking into the case. The next steps will depend on its findings and the related court cases.

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