[url=http://www.aticousa.com]Atico[/url], founded in 1975, is described as a "global sourcing and product development supply chain management company." The company offers retailers, wholesalers, original equipment manufacturers and distributors more than 350,000 products -- from over 40 categories and 100’s of sub-categories – sourced from around the world. Its electronics categories include: audio (MP3, personal CD, portable CD, CD mini systems); batteries; blank media; calculators; clocks; computer accessories; telephone accessories; cameras; iPod accessories; video products; watches; and office and business equipment (such as shredders and laminators).

In the lawsuit, Apple also alleges trademark infringement and unfair competition. "The iPod's success has spawned an enormous demand for iPod-compatible accessories" including docking stations, speakers and cables, Apple said in the complaint. Atico is selling unlicensed versions of the products, costing Apple money and harming its reputation, the company said. The patents cover accessory designs and a system for transferring information, per Bloomberg.

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