U.S. ITC launches probe of certain portable electronic devices

The U.S. International Trade Commission said on Tuesday it had launched a patent infringement investigation into the import and sale of certain portable electronic devices utilizing haptic technology.

It said the investigation was based on a complaint filed by Immersion
Corp. The agency said it had identified Apple Inc and AT&T Mobility, a subsidiary of AT&T Inc, as respondents.
(Reporting by Timothy Ahmann)