Register for free to join our community of investors and share your ideas. You will also get access to streaming quotes, interactive charts, trades, portfolio, live options flow and more tools.
i'm surprised this isn't getting any attention.
News: $PRKR Jacksonville District Court Denies Apple's Motion for Summary Judgment and Issues Markman Oder
JACKSONVILLE, FL / ACCESSWIRE / July 17, 2019 / ParkerVision, Inc. (OTCQB: PRKR) announced today that the District Court in the Middle District of Florida issued an order denying Apple’s motion for summary judgment in ParkerVision’s pending patent litigation...
Read the whole news Jacksonville District Court Denies Apple's Motion for Summary Judgment and Issues Markman Oder
Share Structure as of 5-3-19
Authorized Shares - 75,000,000
Outstanding Shares - 30,625,245
Held at DTC - 28,749,236
Market Cap - 2,649,084
52-Wk Range - 0.059 ~ 0.88
134 US patents and 33 foreign patents here. Some expired but still have protection for past actions. Convertibles @ .44 and .25. Good upside here. Patent vultures. Recent Apple suit looks like they should appeal and might have a shot.
* * $PRKR Video Chart 08-17-18 * *
Link to Video - click here to watch the technical chart video
ParkerVision, Inc. (Nasdaq:PRKR) (“ParkerVision”), a developer and marketer of hardware and software technologies and products for wireless applications, today announced results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2017.
Fourth Quarter and 2017 Business Highlights and Recent Developments
• New Products
Launched Milo® brand networking products with product shipments beginning in mid-October 2017.
Recognized fourth quarter 2017 sales through Amazon.com and milowifi.com of approximately $100,000.
Expanded sales channel in first quarter of 2018 with the addition of Walmart.com and NeweggBusiness.com with plans for additional retail and wholesale distribution in the second quarter of 2018.
Expecting television launch of Milo product by national retail firm in second quarter 2018.
• Licensing & Litigation
November 2017 hearing held in RF receiver infringement case against Apple in Germany for products utilizing Intel chips.
- Court invited the Company to submit additional briefs to clarify certain elements of infringement claims.
- Court denied Apple’s request for bond; however Company plans to post bond in order to expedite proceedings.
- Decision in this case expected as early as the second quarter of 2018.
U.S. District Court denies Qualcomm’s motion to move case from Florida to California and denies Apple’s motion to dismiss case for improper venue.
- Date for claim construction hearing expected soon.
Date set for validity hearing for RF transmitter patent in Germany in October 2018.
-Results of this hearing will directly impact the LG and Apple cases in Germany for products using Qualcomm chips.
- German counsel expects decision immediately following October hearing.
Jeffrey Parker, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We are pleased with the results thus far from the launch of our Milo product line. We’ve received feedback from many Milo users regarding their positive experiences with the product and with our excellent U.S. based customer service team. Milo users have also provided feedback as to additional features they would like to see in the product line and we expect to offer new features and additional products to the Milo family in the near future. As pleased as I am with where we are with this product, I am even more excited about where we are going. We believe our sales channel expansion plans that are already underway for 2018, coupled with continued improvements and expansion of the Milo product line will result in significant increases in revenue and margins for 2018 and beyond.”
Parker continued, “We have several near-term milestones approaching in our patent enforcement cases both in the U.S. and Germany. We believe that our case in Munich involving our RF receiver technology will come to a favorable decision, possibly as early as the second quarter of 2018, which would provide a catalyst for resolving the associated dispute. Likewise, we look forward to a claim construction hearing in the District Court in Jacksonville, Florida in the coming months as we continue to push for expedited court dates in this case. We remain confident that staying the course despite the time and resources involved, will ultimately result in a successful licensing program for our RF technologies.”
Fourth quarter and Year ended 2017 Financial Results
• Fourth Quarter Results:
GAAP net loss for the fourth quarter of 2017 was $6.3 million, or $0.32 per common share, compared to a net loss of $5.7 million, or $0.43 per common share for the fourth quarter of 2016.
Non-GAAP net loss for the fourth quarter of 2017, which excluded the effects of share-based compensation expense and changes in fair value of our contingent repayment obligation, was $5.0 million, or $0.26 per common share, compared to $3.1 million, or $0.23 per common share for the fourth quarter of 2016.
The increases in both GAAP and non-GAAP net losses for the fourth quarter of 2017 over the fourth quarter of 2016 is largely the result of increased costs associated with our Milo product launch and increased litigation expenses for our patent enforcement actions.
• Year End Results:
GAAP net loss for the year ended 2017 was $19.3 million, or $1.09 per common share, compared with a net loss of $21.5 million, or $1.76 per common share, for the year ended 2016.
Non-GAAP net loss for the year ended 2017 was $16.4 million, or $0.93 per share, compared with a non-GAAP net loss of $14.4 million, or $1.18 per share, for the year ended 2016.
On an annual basis, our GAAP net loss improved by approximately $2.2 million, despite a $4 million decrease in licensing revenue and increased operating expenses to support our Milo product development and marketing launch. This improvement is a result of a decrease in the loss recognized on fair value adjustments to our contingent payment obligation as well as an overall $4.5 million decrease in litigation expenses from 2016 to 2017.
• Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Highlights:
As of December 31, 2017, we had $1.0 million in inventory, including $0.5 million in finished product of our Milo systems and are well positioned to support sales growth.
We used cash for operations of approximately $14.1 million in 2017 compared to $14.4 million in 2016. Our operating costs in 2017 were primarily funded by approximately $13.7 million in sales of our equity securities, including proceeds of approximately $12.6 million from sales of common stock at market prices under at-market issuance sales agreements.
We received $1.0 million in additional funding from our litigation funding partner in December 2017 to support ongoing international litigation.
Conference Call
The Company will host a conference call and webcast on March 29, 2018 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern to review its fourth quarter 2017 financial results. The conference call will be accessible by telephone at 1-877-561-2750, conference ID# 1575999, at least five minutes before the scheduled start time. International callers should dial 1-763-416-8565. The conference call may also be accessed by means of a live webcast on our website at http://ir.parkervision.com/events.cfm. The conference webcast will also be archived and available for replay on our website at www.parkervision.com for a period of 90 days.
About ParkerVision
ParkerVision, Inc. designs and develops its proprietary radio-frequency (RF) technologies, which enable advanced wireless solutions for current and next generation communications networks. ParkerVision also develops and markets a family of products under the Milo® brand that leverages existing WiFi infrastructure to create more optimal WiFi configuration and superior coverage for small businesses and consumers. For more information please visit www.parkervision.com and www.milowifi.com. (PRKR-I)
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements, each of which speaks only as of the date made. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties which are disclosed in the Company’s SEC reports, including the Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017. These risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated or projected.
Cindy Poehlman Jean Young
Chief Financial Officer or The Piacente Group
ParkerVision, Inc 212-481-2050
904-732-6100 parkervision@tpg-ir.com
cpoehlman@parkervision.com
(TABLES FOLLOW)
ParkerVision, Inc.
Balance Sheet Highlights
Year Ended December 31,
(in thousands) 2017 2016
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash equivalents $ 1,354 $ 1,169
Available-for-sale securities 26 14
Accounts receivable, prepaid and other current assets 1,038 686
Inventories 1,025 170
Property and equipment, net 376 269
Intangible assets & other 5,091 6,268
Total assets 8,910 8,576
Current liabilities 3,659 2,509
Long-term liabilities 16,495 14,186
Shareholders’ (deficit) equity (11,244 ) (8,119 )
Total liabilities and shareholders’ (deficit) equity $ 8,910 $ 8,576
ParkerVision, Inc.
Summary of Results of Operations
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended Year Ended
(in thousands, except per share amounts) December 31 December 31
2017 2016 2017 2016
Revenue $ 100 $ - $ 100 $ 4,064
Cost of sales (75 ) - (75 ) (342 )
Write down of excess inventory (125 ) - (125 ) -
Gross margin (100 ) - (100 ) 3,722
Research and development expenses 806 963 4,344 3,343
Selling, general and administrative expenses 4,580 2,865 14,061 16,318
Total operating expenses 5,386 3,828 18,405 19,661
Interest and other income (expense) (17 ) (16 ) (43 ) (50 )
Change in fair value of contingent payment obligation (840 ) (1,827 ) (711 ) (4,860 )
Total interest and other (857 ) (1,843 ) (754 ) (4,910 )
Net loss before income taxes (6,343 ) (5,671 ) (19,259 ) (20,849 )
Foreign income tax expense - - - (660 )
Net loss $ (6,343 ) $ (5,671 ) $ (19,259 ) $ (21,509 )
Basic and diluted net loss per common share $ (0.32 ) $ (0.43 ) $ (1.09 ) $ (1.76 )
Weighted average shares outstanding 19,960 13,124 17,688 12,244
ParkerVision, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended Year Ended
(in thousands) December 31, December 31,
2017 2016 2017 2016
Net cash used in operating activities $ (3,006 ) $ (2,562 ) $ (14,060 ) $ (14,364 )
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities 37 572 (298 ) 1,616
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities 3,887 (43 ) 14,543 13,741
Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents &
restricted cash equivalents 918 (2,033 ) 185 993
Cash, cash equivalents & restricted cash equivalents
- beginning of period 436 3,202 1,169 176
Cash, cash equivalents & restricted cash equivalents
- end of period $ 1,354 $ 1,169 $ 1,354 $ 1,169
Non-GAAP Financial Measures that Supplement GAAP Measures
We use both generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) and non-GAAP financial measures for assessing our operating performance. The non-GAAP measures we use include Adjusted Net Loss and Adjusted Net Loss per Share. These non-GAAP measures exclude the effect on net loss and net loss per share of (i) changes in fair value of our contingent payment obligation and (ii) share-based compensation expense. We consider these non-GAAP measures to provide relevant supplemental information to assist investors in better understanding our operating results. These non-GAAP measures should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to measures of financial performance prepared in accordance with GAAP. A reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP measures for the three months and years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016 follows:
Reconciliation of Net Loss to Adjusted Net Loss:
Three Months Ended For the Year Ended
(in thousands) December 31, December 31,
2017 2016 2017 2016
Net loss $ (6,343 ) $ (5,671 ) $ (19,259 ) $ (21,509 )
Excluded items:
Share-based compensation 456 722 2,164 2,210
Change in fair value of contingent
payment obligation 840 1,827 711 4,860
Adjusted net loss $ (5,047 ) $ (3,122 ) $ (16,384 ) $ (14,439 )
Reconciliation of Net Loss per Common Share to Adjusted Net Loss per Common Share:
Three Months Ended For the Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2017 2016 2017 2016
Basic and diluted net loss per common share $ (0.32 ) $ (0.43 ) $ (1.09 ) $ (1.76 )
Excluded items on a per share basis 0.06 0.20 0.16 0.58
Adjusted net loss per common share $ (0.26 ) $ (0.23 ) $ (0.93 ) $ (1.18 )
Earnings out On thursday the 29th. Might get a nice bump on good earnings.
we shall see, would be nice.
It’s going up, should be over a dollar by late this afternoon and then tomorrow maybe we see the next jump to $1.50
A ton of buys and sells at 3:58:41. Lots of 100 share blocks. Wonder what that was all about.
I see a bounce in the last half hour of trading
Share Structure
Market Cap
20,067,214
03/12/2018
Authorized Shares
30,000,000
01/31/2018
Outstanding Shares
21,809,818
01/31/2018
Restricted
Not Available
Unrestricted
Not Available
Held at DTC
Not Available
Float
20,783,984
01/31/2018
Par Value
No Par Value
A good earnings report could set of a big short cover.
Right? Buying the company might be cheaper that fighting and losing the lawsuit.
* * $PRKR Video Chart 03-12-18 * *
Link to Video - click here to watch the technical chart video
ParkerVision Completes Sale of $10 Million Under ATM
03.10.17
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., March 10, 2017 -- ParkerVision, Inc. (Nasdaq:PRKR), a developer and marketer of semiconductor technology solutions for wireless applications, today announced that it has completed the sale of approximately 4.1 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $2.46 per share, for aggregate gross proceeds of $10 million, pursuant to an At Market Issuance Sales Agreement ("ATM Agreement"). The ATM Agreement, which the Company entered into with FBR Capital Markets in December 2016, has now concluded. In addition to the ATM Agreement proceeds, one of the Company's newly appointed directors, Mr. Paul Rosenbaum, purchased approximately $170,000 of the Company's unregistered common stock at market in February.
ParkerVision CEO, Jeffrey Parker commented, "The funds raised from the ATM Agreement provide us with the flexibility and financial pathway to achieve our strategic objectives. We are well-positioned to successfully launch our new Wi-Fi product line that we believe will have broad appeal to a significant consumer market. Our patented RF energy sampling down conversion technology, which has been broadly deployed in other wireless devices, enables us to offer very competitive products in the residential Wi-Fi market."
Regarding the Company's upcoming hearing at the International Trade Commission, Mr. Parker commented, "We look forward to presenting the merits of our infringement case to the ITC next week as we strive to halt the unauthorized use of our patented technologies. While the market has benefited from the adoption of our technology, we continue to seek efficient ways to be fairly compensated for the investments ParkerVision has made and continues to make."
About ParkerVision
ParkerVision, Inc. designs, develops and markets its proprietary radio-frequency (RF) technologies that enable advanced wireless solutions for current and next generation communications networks. Protected by a highly-regarded, worldwide patent portfolio, the Company's solutions for wireless transfer of RF waveforms address the needs of a broad range of wirelessly connected devices for high levels of RF performance coupled with best-in-class power consumption. For more information please visit www.parkervision.com. (PRKR-G).
ParkerVision Receives Favorable Venue Ruling in Patent Infringement Case Against Qualcomm and ApplePress Release | 03/12/2018
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., March 12, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ParkerVision, Inc. (Nasdaq:PRKR) (“ParkerVision”), a developer and marketer of semiconductor technology solutions for wireless applications, announced today that on March 8, 2018, Judge Brian J. Davis of the Federal Court in the Middle District of Florida denied Qualcomm’s motion to transfer to the Southern District of California and denied Apple’s motion to dismiss for improper venue pertaining to ParkerVision’s patent infringement suit against Qualcomm and Apple (Case No. 3:15-cv-1477).
On January 9, 2018, the Magistrate Judge, at the request of Judge Davis, filed a report and recommendation with the court regarding the motion to transfer filed by Qualcomm and the motion to dismiss filed by Apple, recommending denial of both motions. Qualcomm filed the only objection to the report and recommendation. The court had the ability to accept, reject or modify in whole or in part the findings or recommendations of the magistrate judge.
“We are pleased that Judge Davis has agreed with ParkerVision that the Middle District of Florida is the proper venue for this case. We anticipate the case can now move expeditiously toward a Markman hearing, and we look forward to the court’s guidance on claim construction,” said ParkerVision CEO Jeffrey Parker.
About ParkerVision, Inc.
ParkerVision, Inc. designs, develops and markets its proprietary radio-frequency (RF) technologies, which enable advanced wireless solutions for current and next generation communications networks. ParkerVision also develops and markets a family of products under the Milo™ brand that leverages existing Wi-Fi infrastructure to create more optimal Wi-Fi configuration and superior coverage for small businesses and consumers. For more information please visit www.parkervision.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements, each of which speaks only as of the date made. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which are disclosed in the Company's SEC reports, including the Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 and the Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2017. These risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated or projected.
Cindy Poehlman
Chief Financial Officer
ParkerVision, Inc.
904-732-6100
cpoehlman@parkervision.com
Jean Young
The Piacente Group
212-481-2050
parkervision@tpg-ir.com
4th quarter earnings are due out on 3/29. Lets hope its another catalyst to turn the PPS around.
Took a big position here today, chart due for a rebound on some great news. Lowlow float too.
We haven’t even seen the start of the run yet, huge squeeze could bring us four dollars a share
Should see $1.50 tomorrow, that is great news that they could beat out Apple
NEWS !!!!!!
ParkerVision’s Milo™ WiFi Product is Now Available on Walmart.comPress Release | 03/05/2018
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. , March 05, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ParkerVision, Inc. (Nasdaq:PRKR) (“ParkerVision”), a developer and marketer of semiconductor technology solutions for wireless applications, is pleased to announce that Milo™, its distributed Wi-Fi system for consumers, is now available for purchase on Walmart.com in addition to Amazon.com and Milo’s online store at milowifi.com.
Milo systems provide comprehensive Wi-Fi coverage for homes and small offices by eliminating dead-zones and taking Wi-Fi beyond the capability of existing Wi-Fi routers. Consumers demand wireless internet access throughout their homes for everything from smartphones, laptops and tablets, to thermostats, cameras, and appliances.
“Milo is successfully addressing the three key needs of Wi-Fi consumers together in one single offering: performance, affordability, and ease of use,” stated ParkerVision CEO Jeffrey Parker. "Adding Walmart.com as a sales channel partner is a testament to Milo’s quality and affordability for the mass consumer market. We are delighted to add another high quality distributor to grow Milo’s sales. At price points of $129 and $189 depending on desired coverage, consumers can fix existing Wi-Fi coverage problems or extend coverage to areas they cannot currently reach."
John Stuckey, Chief Marketing Officer for ParkerVision added, "We're excited to be able to offer our products directly to the huge base of online customers at Walmart.com. The channel is growing rapidly and is already the 4th largest marketplace for ecommerce sales in the United States. Walmart's focus on providing high quality products at the best possible values fits perfectly with the Milo brand vision. We look forward to increasing our offering with them in the coming months as our product line expands."
About ParkerVision, Inc.
ParkerVision, Inc. designs, develops and markets its proprietary radio-frequency (RF) technologies, which enable advanced wireless solutions for current and next generation communications networks. ParkerVision also develops and markets a family of products under the Milo™ brand that leverages existing Wi-Fi infrastructure to create more optimal Wi-Fi configuration and superior coverage for small businesses and consumers. For more information please visit www.parkervision.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements, each of which speaks only as of the date made. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which are disclosed in the Company's SEC reports, including the Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 and the Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2017. These risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated or projected.
Cindy Poehlman
Chief Financial Officer
ParkerVision, Inc.
904-732-6100
cpoehlman@parkervision.com
Jean Young
The Piacente Group
212-481-2050
parkervision@tpg-ir.com
Strong Buy SeekingAlpha website reporting PRKR is an aggressive investor buy. Here's the link: seekingalpha.com/article/4045408-parkervision-buy-apple-lawsuit-expands?page=3
Strong Buy SeekingAlpha website reporting PRKR is an aggressive investor buy. Here's the link: https://seekingalpha.com/article/4045408-parkervision-buy-apple-lawsuit-expands?page=3
Looks like this MB has gone dark That's a shame because PRKR has hit a bottom IMO and has a shot to rebound quite strongly. Just need a little good news and with such a small number of shares, the upside is relatively high.
This is what confuses me on PRKR, they report zero revenue this quarter, but what happen with our deal with Samsung? Undisclosed amount plus Samsung would be paying a royalty to PRKR. So are you telling me Samsung manufactured not one cell phone in the past 3 months? Can anyone assist me with this?
Does anyone know what products do they have? do they produce any revenue?
Nice pullback Friday trend intact :)
Yeah, looking for an investor's response but thanks for your reply all the same.
I speak as a trader, not as an investor.
The only thing we know for sure is that since yesterday, the trend is bullish.
It will continue to be bullish until it's not.
ParkerVision, Inc. (Nasdaq:PRKR), a developer and marketer of semiconductor technology solutions for wireless applications, today announced that the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (“PTAB”) has issued its latest decisions with regard to the petitions for Inter Partes Review (“IPR”) filed by Qualcomm against ParkerVision patents, increasing the favorable decisions to over six out of the ten petitions originally filed.
ParkerVision received early favorable rulings in March 2016 when the PTAB rejected Qualcomm’s request for institution on three IPR challenges to a ParkerVision patent. With these most recent PTAB decisions, ParkerVision has received three additional favorable decisions and one split decision, confirming the validity of claims from a second challenged patent. Qualcomm received favorable rulings on two IPR’s and ParkerVision chose early on not to defend one IPR challenge.
With these latest decisions, there are no further IPR’s challenging ParkerVision patents currently before the PTAB.
ParkerVision CEO Jeffrey Parker commented, “We continue to take positive steps forward in our Qualcomm proceedings and believe these results are indicative of the strength of ParkerVision’s innovations and our plan to realize the value of those assets, particularly in light of the high success rate of petitioners in invalidating patents through IPR challenges. We are pleased that the PTAB confirmed the validity of claims from both of the patents we chose to defend.”
Valuation: Can anyone speak intelligently to what this might be worth with a Qualcomm settlement alone and then if Apple and LG are added at some point. The survivability of multiple claims in the court order is very bad news for Qualcomm but just not sure of what is realistic number for settlement.
Marc Lehman? @markflowchatter 50m
Ladenburg's Hickman in his last note, reiterated his $18.50 tgt and said if $PRKR won this would monetize their IP in a big way @TradeHawk
Ladenburg's Hickman in his last note, reiterated his $18.50 tgt and said if $PRKR won this would monetize their IP in a big way @TradeHawk
— Marc Lehman (@markflowchatter) March 7, 2017
Well i guess my AH order isnt going to fill anymore >< Congrats to all who are in.
Open Outcrier Retweeted
Marc Lehman? @markflowchatter 15m15 minutes ago
" we believe that both LG and Apple will also come to terms
with ParkerVision $PRKR in the coming months." re: Hickman note from mths back
Got ya. Thanks. Looking good here. Decent short interest and small float too.
TradeHawk? @TradeHawk 1h1 hour ago
$PRKR $QCOM Here are the first two IPR final written decisions documents.
https://www.scribd.com/document/341217726/Qualcomm-vs-Parkervision-IPR2015-01832-FinalWrittenDecision
TradeHawk? @TradeHawk 1h1 hour ago
$PRKR $QCOM ParkerVision gets 3 full and 1 partial win against Qualcomm in 4 IPR final determinations regarding '940 patent claims.
$PRKR $QCOM ParkerVision gets 3 full and 1 partial win against Qualcomm in 4 IPR final determinations regarding '940 patent claims.
— TradeHawk (@TradeHawk) March 7, 2017
Hearing ParkerVision Receives 3 Full, 1 Partial Win Against Qualcomm In 4 IPR Final Determinations With Regards To '940 Patent Claims
Paul Quintaro , Benzinga Staff Writer FOLLOW
March 07, 2017 3:41pm
Settlement perhaps?
ParkerVision A Buy After Apple Lawsuit Expands
Feb. 13, 2017 1:41 PM ET|
15 comments|
About: ParkerVision, Inc. (PRKR), Includes: AAPL
http://seekingalpha.com/article/4045408-parkervision-buy-apple-lawsuit-expands
Summary
PRKR has amended its patent infringement complaint against Apple.
The amended complaint takes aim at the iPhone 7.
With several important dates coming up on PRKR's calendar, the stock is an aggressive buy.
ParkerVision (NASDAQ:PRKR), a developer, marketer and manufacturer of semiconductor technology is an attractive aggressive buy today after the company's announcement that it has amended to its complaint against Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), adding the alleged infringement by the iPhone maker of the German part of European Patent 1 135 853.
We have been following, and reporting on, PRKR for some time now and continue to think this stock is an attractive medium-term buy for aggressive investors.
PRKR's amended complaint additionally expands the accused products to include the Apple iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, which use Intel's PMB5750 transceiver chip which is based on Intel's SMARTi architecture. With the iPhone 7 and 7 plus currently enjoying a prominent place in the cell phone market, we believe that investors and commentators alike will continue to closely follow this lawsuit.
Upcoming hearings in the Apple suit make PRKR an especially attractive buy over the next month. At the Company's request, the Munich Regional Court has now bifurcated the new claims into a second case separate from the original Apple case. This second case is scheduled for a hearing on June 29, 2017. The original complaint against Apple remains scheduled for a hearing on May 4, 2017 and accuses Apple products of infringement of the German part of European patent 1 206 831 ("the '831 Patent"). This first case includes the iPhone 6, iPhone 6s and the iPad Air 2 devices, which incorporate Qualcomm transceivers.
Can PRKR pull off a suit against a giant tech leader like AAPL? The company's recent litigation success seems to suggest just that. Last July, ParkerVision reached a settlement with Samsung (OTC:SSNLF) for license of its patents. While the financial terms of the settlement were confidential, the settlement was clearly a win for ParkerVision and shares of the stock jumped. In the wake of the settlement, Samsung holds a worldwide license to use ParkerVision's patented material in its huge number of cell phones, which had been the subject of ongoing litigation by ParkerVision against the company.
Additionally, as we noted in an article last November, the Munich Regional Court has held that LG Electronics Deutschland, GmbH, a German subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc. ("LG") infringes the '831 Patent - the patent that is also the subject of the AAPL complaint - but the court stayed the proceedings pending resolution of the related nullity, or invalidity, action in the German Federal Patent Court. A preliminary decision in the nullity action is expected by March 2017.
We continue to believe that a significant factor working in PRKR's favor in this litigation is the firm's strong team of lawyers and financial backers. PRKR has retained the Boston Law Firm of Mintz Levin to pursue this patent infringement litigation. The IP team at Mintz has a great track record of settling IP cases for plaintiffs.
PRKR also has a strong team representing the firm in Germany. The law firm of Noerr LLP is representing ParkerVision in its actions against Apple and LG. Noerr LLP is a multinational law firm of over 500 professionals, which has substantial and longstanding expertise in handling complex German, European and international patent litigation.
Additionally, the litigation has significant financial backing. Brickell Key Investments provided $11 million in restricted funds to ParkerVision in exchange for payment via the company's future expected gross proceeds from its enforcement actions and patent assets. The team at Brickell has significant investing in IP litigation.
There are a number of significant dates coming up for PRKR's litigation against Apple and LG in March, May and June on PRKR's calendar, and we believe that the stock continues to be an attractive buy for aggressive investors ahead of these dates. We continue to believe that there is a good chance that these deep-pocket defendants will settle and that any news about the settlement will move the stock. Because of PRKR's relatively low average daily trading volume, I would suggest that aggressive investors establish - or add to existing positions - over the course of several trading sessions.
PRKR- ParkerVision Inc- Apple settlement could be tens/hundreds of millions!! Target $18-$24
Followers
|
43
|
Posters
|
|
Posts (Today)
|
0
|
Posts (Total)
|
934
|
Created
|
10/22/10
|
Type
|
Free
|
Moderators |
Volume | |
Day Range: | |
Bid Price | |
Ask Price | |
Last Trade Time: |