This is not a huge problem for VPLM! The PTAB has been in the pockets of the bigs, FOREVER! VPLM still went 8-0! PTAB rules in favor of aapl on this delay motion and the PTAB would be opening themselves to real hurt in Fed court!
YES, THE DATE IS ALWAYS RELEVANT! Did the bum's rush for VPLM start 2 weeks after the positive PTAB ruling in Nov.? No!