Samsung's tablet EU sales halted

Apple has been granted a temporary injunction preventing Samsung from selling its iPad rival, the Galaxy Tab 10.1. The ban on sales of the tablet computer applies across Europe Union, except the Netherlands.

An Apple spokeswoman confirmed the ruling had been made by a court in Germany, after Apple argued the Korean firm had infringed its patents.

It is the latest setback for Samsung's launch of the Galaxy. The Galaxy's Australian release has been delayed due to a similar lawsuit.

Apple is also seeking a court order to temporarily block sales of the tablet computer in the US until patent claims are resolved.

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