Apple Vs. Samsung: Q&A With Scott Freeze

Consumer electronics giants Apple and Samsung have stolen the tech-sector headlines as the two behemoths have been waging a multi-billion dollar war over patents. Apple is demanding that Samsung pay up $2.5 billion for allegedly stealing the design technology for its smartphones at tables from the iPad and iPhone; on the other hand, Samsung is pointing the finger at Apple and demanding $399 million for stealing its technology. Scott Freeze, President of Street One Financial, recently took time out of his schedule to discuss the implications of this patent trial and how the looming verdict may impact ETFs which maintain signficant exposure to these companies. ETF Database (ETFdb): Without taking any sides on this case, what’s your take on the Apple (AAPL) versus Samsung (SSNLF) patent battle? Scott Freeze (SF): Apple has been suing Samsung all over the globe. The issue in this case is – did Samsung steal the design technology of the iPad [...] Click here to read the original article on ETFdb.com. Related Posts: How An Apple (AAPL) Dividend Would Impact ETFs Technology ETFs In Focus As Yahoo And Apple Report Earnings First Trust Launches Technology Dividend ETF (TDIV) Huntington Launches Sector Rotation ETF (HUSE) ETF Insider: Earnings, The Fed, And Spain Oh My!