A federal court has ruled that Apple must pay Taction Technology $5.7 billion in damages for patent infringement related to haptic feedback technology used in iPhones and Apple Watches. The verdict found that Apple violated two patents covering vibration and tactile response mechanisms integral to the user experience of these devices. Despite the substantial award, Apple has announced its intention to challenge the decision through the appeals process.

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