Hillcrest alleges that the wand-shaped remote controller for the Wii uses technology that infringes on the Rockville (Md.) company’s patents for a “handheld three-dimensional pointing device” and software that works with it on a TV. Hillcrest has also asked the U.S. International Trade Commission to ban import of the Wii. A Nintendo spokesman declined to comment, saying the company had not been contacted by Hillcrest Labs.
These controller lawsuits are getting completely out of hand. Oh, and nice timing since the Wiimote has been out for 2 years now. Guess Hillcrest got a good look at Nintendo’s financial statements. Oh well, I guess we will see how this one plays out in 2 or 3 more years.
-Justin
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