HTC infringed two of Apple’s patents, says Judge. Now, this intitial determination will be reviewed by a panel of ITC judges, who can choose to uphold or reject it.

The patents two are for a “system and method for performing an action on a structure in computer-generated data" and a "real-time signal processing system for serially transmitted data.” The same patented strings of code feature in a dispute between Apple and Motorola.

The case is ongoing. "We are confident we have a strong case for the ITC appeals process and are fully prepared to defend ourselves using all means possible," said Grace Lei, General Counsel for HTC.