InterDigital Inc (IDCC)

[laranger]

Welcome aboard the Good Ship Ericsson, Mr. Svanberg.

If you don't already know, we're all about rough seas, torpedos, and faltering operations.

We've been handling the rough seas with a zig-zag approach for 18 years, so don't get the urge to knock it. You weren't around during WW II, but zig-zaggging is a proven military strategy for avoiding torpedos. There are two coming at us at the moment. But you won't have to bother with them. If one explodes, you won't know what hit you.

The gentleman standing next to you is Marcus Wallenberg. He's the vice-chairman of the board, and our lead, torpedo expert. He and his family own 40% of this barge. And his friends own another 40%, just so you know which side your toast is buttered on.

You've already met Mike. He's also part of the clean-up squad, from ElectroLux, as you know.

So, both of you. Get out there now, and do something about those operations. Turn on the ole' vac, and let the fur fly.

Ooops. There's another call from that damned Standard and Poors. Gotta run.