Originally Posted 2/6/07
Apple computers and Apple records came to a new licensing arrangement after much controversy concerning Apple Computer’s I-tunes service. In the new deal all “Apple” trademarks will be owned by Apple Computers and the mark will be licensed back to apple records for a limited scope of use.
Truthfully, this approach makes the most sense. if you look at the settlement agreement inked in 1991, (click here) it really doesn’t work well in today’s digital age (a mere 16 years later). Over the years the “Apples” have gone to battle with one another several times, so this move should help reduce that friction. Although something tells me that we may hear from these two again in the future.
So don’t worry folks – you can still have your i-tunes !
