Qualcomm is facing a UK trial over allegations that it abused its dominant position in the smartphone chipset market to charge inflated license fees, ultimately driving up device prices for Brit consumers.

The Competition Appeal Tribunal in London will hear the case beginning October 7. The proceedings will unfold in two stages: first determining whether Qualcomm holds dominant market power and has abused that position, then - if wrongdoing is established - a second trial will examine the company's specific conduct and assess damages.

Consumer rights group Which? is bringing the action on behalf of UK consumers who purchased certain Apple or Samsung smartphones between October 1, 2015, and January 9, 2024. The group estimates these buyers were collectively overcharged by £480 million ($6

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