was not included in the recent Texas filing.
It may well be that Sony has settled but it may also indicate that Sony although not having settled yet may be make honest moves toward a settlement.
If in TPL`s opinion Sony is making a sincere and serious effort than tpl may be allowing for the time being, to let Sony ``save face`` by not naming them in the Texas suit.
I.m.o., tpl can always file an amended suit and list Sony or just file a new suit againist them if nothing should pan out.
I do not believe a settlement with Sony has occurred yet because if there was one I think it would be sung from the roof tops. Nothing would motivate the other Japanese 4, or the other 145 or so other infringers in moving toward their own settlement if one of their own has come to terms.
Of course this is jmho.
God Bless to All
marc
