All companies litigate, what does that have to do with speculation on future product details? It's also a pretty weak reason alone to change buying behaviors if you previous were a consumer of Apple products (their corporate tactics are not new).
Did you choose to ignore HN's approach to comments that sits right below the comment box?
Not all companies are douchy enough to sue for rounded corners.
All American companies litigate might be closer to the truth but i sure hope it isn't.
Just wait until this stupidity [1] starts getting turned into lawsuits. Half the trendy clothing, soap and perfume stores on the planet look like this.