Home » Stalemate: Apple-Samsung Negotiations Prove FutileStalemate: Apple-Samsung Negotiations Prove FutileBy Tony Ibrahim | 31 Dec 1999 SHARE Stalemate: Apple-Samsung Negotiations Prove Futile December 31, 1999 by Tony Ibrahim Apple wants $2.5 billion from Samsung. Samsung claims they are owed $421.8 million in unpaid royalties. Which side is right?