"So Doni or anyone, could Handal have intelligently painted the defendants into a corner? By that I mean is it possible that if we prove infringement on 737 and prove that 774 is essential for the use of 737 that it could negate the collateral estoppel and also prove that the Colorado decision was not correct and was based on only part of the 774 patent?"

Could be, great thoughts, however, that would all have to fall under a Markman ruling that is favorable to e.Digital.

These stipulate agreements are to entice settlement prior to the court making any judgments on Markman issues.

Your thoughts might be considered by defendants....as for the stipulated agreements ..all bets are off if the judge rules...

doni