"But. what does EDIG bring to the table for future endeavors? The only value that I see is the patent portfolio and once an infringer has the rights to that portfolio, in what possible way could EDIG have anything else to offer a billion dollar company?"

Now these are opinions ventured....to stimulate dialog...

"What does EDIG bring to the table for future endeavors?"

Micro-controller platforms......you asked what is a Zoran recently? Where someone answered you to what it was. It's one of the IC suppliers that Samsung utilizes and one of their specific IC platforms was identified in the Samsung case.

e.Digital is pitching for Zorans customer base...and any other micro-controller vendors supplying issues in these cases that hint of utilizing e.Digital details.

I will now ask the next question for you...."OK, but if they give the patent rights, can't they implement on their own?" 1. It depends on how the contracts are written, ie... you can buy a McDonals franchise....but you must adhere to the franchise methods and service contracts....you cannot use a hamburger substitute.

2. They farm out now(Zoran) why change that practice?

doni