10-Q

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)

x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2012

OR

¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Commission File Number: 000-50460

TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware	16-1620029
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
3025 Orchard Parkway, San Jose, California	95134
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)	(Zip Code)

(408) 321-6000

(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant: (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.    Yes  x    No  ¨

Indicate by checkmark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate website, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter time period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).    Yes   x    No  ¨

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See definition of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer  x    Accelerated filer  ¨    Non-accelerated filer  ¨    Smaller reporting company  ¨

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act)    Yes  ¨    No  x

As of October 18, 2012, 52,238,052 shares of the registrant’s common stock were outstanding.

TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

FORM 10-Q — QUARTERLY REPORT

FOR THE QUARTER ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

TABLE OF CONTENTS

		Page
	PART I
Item 1.	Financial Statements (unaudited)
	Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets – September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011		3
	Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations – Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2012 and 2011		4
	Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss – Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2012 and 2011		5
	Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows – Nine Months Ended September 30, 2012 and 2011		6
	Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements		7
Item 2.	Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations		23
Item 3.	Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk		34
Item 4.	Controls and Procedures		34
	PART II
Item 1.	Legal Proceedings		34
Item 1A.	Risk Factors		45
Item 2.	Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds		58
Item 3.	Defaults Upon Senior Securities		58
Item 4.	Mine Safety Disclosures		58
Item 5.	Other Information		58
Item 6.	Exhibits		58
Signatures			60
Exhibit Index

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PART I—FINANCIAL INFORMATION

TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(in thousands, except for par value)

(unaudited)

	September 30, 2012			December 31, 2011
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	124,954		$	55,758
Short-term investments		340,952			436,687
Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $43 at each period end		14,083			8,599
Inventories		3,261			1,574
Short-term deferred tax assets		2,032			1,892
Other current assets		23,695			13,664
Total current assets		508,977			518,174
Property and equipment, net		50,987			36,319
Intangible assets, net		126,128			141,326
Goodwill		6,844			—
Long-term deferred tax assets		15,456			18,223
Other assets		10,597			2,484
Total assets	$	718,989		$	716,526
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	$	13,086		$	7,203
Accrued legal fees		7,003			6,110
Accrued liabilities		18,190			20,824
Deferred revenue		4,223			2,610
Total current liabilities		42,502			36,747
Long-term deferred tax liabilities		4,083			4,083
Other long-term liabilities		5,407			5,017
Commitments and contingencies (Note 13)
Stockholders’ equity:
Preferred stock: $0.001 par value; 10,000 shares authorized and no shares issued and outstanding		—			—
Common stock: $0.001 par value; 150,000 shares authorized; 52,879 and 52,221 shares issued, respectively, and 52,228 and 51,576 shares outstanding, respectively		53			52
Additional paid-in capital		478,770			462,697
Treasury stock at cost; 651 and 645 shares on common stock at each period end, respectively		(10,588	)		(10,505	)
Accumulated other comprehensive income		374			24
Retained earnings		198,388			218,411
Total stockholders’ equity		666,997			670,679
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity	$	718,989		$	716,526

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

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TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(in thousands, except per share amounts)

(unaudited)

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30,			September 30,			September 30,			September 30,
	2012			2011			2012			2011
Revenues:
Royalty and license fees	$	60,114		$	55,271		$	161,563		$	182,931
Past production payments		79			—			79			—
Product and service revenues		12,497			4,071			19,145			14,914
Total revenues		72,690			59,342			180,787			197,845
Operating expenses:
Cost of revenues		16,748			5,594			28,105			16,467
Research, development and other related costs		24,615			18,690			72,930			56,088
Selling, general and administrative		24,010			20,432			73,058			62,671
Litigation expense		9,689			9,059			19,905			22,263
Restructuring and other charges		—			2,938			—			4,997
Goodwill impairment		—			49,653			—			49,653
Total operating expenses		75,062			106,366			193,998			212,139
Operating loss		(2,372	)		(47,024	)		(13,211	)		(14,294	)
Other income and expense, net		3,725			690			5,380			2,024
Income (loss) before taxes		1,353			(46,334	)		(7,831	)		(12,270	)
Provision for (benefit from) income taxes		2,465			(1,598	)		1,778			9,668
Net loss	$	(1,112	)	$	(44,736	)	$	(9,609	)	$	(21,938	)
Basic and diluted net loss per share:
Net loss per share-basic	$	(0.02	)	$	(0.87	)	$	(0.19	)	$	(0.43	)
Net loss per share-diluted	$	(0.02	)	$	(0.87	)	$	(0.19	)	$	(0.43	)
Cash dividends declared per share	$	0.10		$	—		$	0.20		$	—
Weighted average number of shares used in per share calculations-basic		52,093			51,364			51,908			50,980
Weighted average number of shares used in per share calculations-diluted		52,093			51,364			51,908			50,980

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

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TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE LOSS

(in thousands)

(unaudited)

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011			September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011
Net loss	$	(1,112	)	$	(44,736	)	$	(9,609	)	$	(21,938	)
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Net unrealized gains (losses) on available-for-securites, net of tax		204			(601	)		350			(349	)
Other comprehensive income (loss)		204			(601	)		350			(349	)
Comprehensive loss	$	(908	)	$	(45,337	)	$	(9,259	)	$	(22,287	)

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

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TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(in thousands)

(unaudited)

	Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss	$	(9,609	)	$	(21,938	)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment		10,164			7,487
Amortization of intangible assets		18,910			12,548
Loss (gain) on disposal of property and equipment, net		(21	)		76
Stock-based compensation expense		13,249			20,250
Impairment of goodwill		—			49,653
Deferred income tax, net		(140	)		(1,655	)
Amortization of premuim/discount on investments		1,132			—
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions:
Accounts receivable, net		(5,484	)		3,560
Inventories		(1,295	)		196
Other assets		(9,240	)		(360	)
Accounts payable		5,883			(370	)
Accrued legal fees		893			4,097
Accrued liabilities		(2,603	)		(5,831	)
Deferred revenue		1,613			(4,329	)
Net cash provided by operating activities		23,452			63,384
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of property and equipment		(12,782	)		(3,518	)
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment		63			2,207
Purchases of short-term available-for-sale investments		(202,387	)		(269,167	)
Proceeds from maturities and sales of short-term and long-term investments		297,340			230,364
Purchases of intangible assets		(4,412	)		(8,494	)
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired		(27,173	)		—
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities		50,649			(48,608	)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Dividend paid		(10,414	)		—
Proceeds from exercise of stock options		1,860			3,180
Proceeds from employee stock purchase program		3,732			4,174
Repurchase of common stock		(83	)		—
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities		(4,905	)		7,354
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents		69,196			22,130
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period		55,758			69,268
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	$	124,954		$	91,398

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

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TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

(unaudited)

NOTE 1 – THE COMPANY AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION

Tessera Technologies, Inc. (the “Company”) is a holding company with operating subsidiaries in two segments: Intellectual Property and DigitalOptics .The Intellectual Property business, comprised of engineering, licensing, account administration and litigation teams, generates revenue from manufacturers that use its patented ideas. The DigitalOptics business delivers innovation in imaging and optics with products and capabilities that enable expanded functionality in increasingly smaller devices. DigitalOptics’ miniaturized camera module solutions provide cost-effective, high-quality camera features, including extended depth of field, zoom, image enhancement, optical image stabilization and Micro-Electro Mechanical Systems (“MEMS”) based auto-focus. These technologies can be applied to mobile phones and other consumer electronic products.

The accompanying interim unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements as of September 30, 2012 and 2011, and for the three and nine months then ended, have been prepared by the Company in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) in the United States (“U.S.”) for interim financial information. The amounts as of December 31, 2011 have been derived from the Company’s annual audited financial statements. Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP have been condensed or omitted in accordance with such rules and regulations. In the opinion of management, the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments necessary (consisting of normal recurring adjustments) to state fairly the financial position of the Company and its results of operations and cash flows as of and for the periods presented. These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the annual audited financial statements and notes thereto as of and for the year ended December 31, 2011, included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2011, filed on February 17, 2012 (the “Form 10-K”).

The results of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the full year ended December 31, 2012 or any future period and the Company makes no representations related thereto.

Reclassification

Certain reclassifications have been made to prior period balances in order to conform to current period’s presentation.

NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

There have been no significant changes in the Company’s significant accounting policies with the exception of those described below during the nine months ended September 30, 2012, as compared to the significant accounting policies described in the Form 10-K.

Property and equipment

Property and equipment are recorded at cost and depreciated using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives. Equipment held under capital lease is stated at the fair market value of the related asset at the time of lease origination and is amortized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. The Company held no significant equipment under capital lease agreements in the periods presented. Repair and maintenance costs are charged to expense as incurred.

The depreciation and amortization useful life periods for property and equipment are as follows:

Furniture and office equipment	One to five years
Production equipment	Five to ten years
Buildings	Seven, eight and 39 years
Leasehold improvements	Shorter of five years or the remaining term of the lease

Variable Interest Entity

In October 2011, a subsidiary of the Company entered into a limited liability company agreement (“Agreement”) to form a new entity (“Entity”), with the Entity’s primary objective to define strategies and related business plans to accelerate the development and commercialization of the Company’s current and future advanced packaging and interconnect technology. The subsidiary of the Company is the sole contributor of capital to the Entity and has contributed $5.0 million of the total possible capital contribution of up to $5.0 million, as of September 30, 2012. Per the Agreement, all net profits and losses are allocated to such subsidiary of the Company since it is the sole contributor of capital. The Entity has net assets of approximately $2.7 million as of September 30, 2012 which are consolidated with the Company’s operating results.

Contingencies

From time to time, the Company may be involved in legal and administrative proceedings and claims of various types. The Company records a liability in its consolidated financial statements for these matters when a loss is known or considered probable and the amount can be reasonably estimated. Management reviews these estimates in each accounting period as additional information becomes known and adjusts the loss provision when appropriate. If the loss is not probable or cannot be reasonably estimated, a liability is not recorded in the consolidated financial statements. If a loss is probable but the amount of loss cannot be reasonably estimated, the Company discloses the loss contingency

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and an estimate of possible loss or range of loss (unless such an estimate cannot be made). The Company does not recognize gain contingencies until they are realized. Legal costs incurred in connection with loss contingencies are expensed as incurred. See Note 13, “Commitments and Contingencies,” for further information regarding the Company’s pending litigation.

NOTE 3 – RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS

Adopted

In June 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (the “FASB”) and International Accounting Standards Board issued an update to the authoritative guidance for fair value measurement. This update does not extend the use of fair value accounting, but provides guidance on how it should be applied where its use is already required or permitted by other standards within U.S. GAAP or International Financial Reporting Standards. This update changes the wording used to describe many requirements in U.S. GAAP for measuring fair value and for disclosing information about fair value measurements. Additionally, this update clarifies the FASB’s intent about the application of existing fair value measurements. This update is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2011 and shall be applied prospectively. The adoption of this guidance did not have a significant impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Issued

In December 2011, the FASB issued ASU 2011-11, Balance Sheet (Topic 210): Disclosure about Offsetting Assets and Liabilities, which requires an entity to include additional disclosures about financial instruments and transactions eligible for offset in the statement of financial position, as well as financial instruments subject to a master netting agreement or similar arrangement. ASU 2011-11 is effective for annual reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2013, and interim periods within those annual periods. The adoption of this ASU is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements.

In July 2012, the FASB issued ASU 2012-02, Intangibles – Goodwill and Other (Topic 350): Testing Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets for Impairment, which is intended to reduce the complexity and cost of performing a quantitative test for impairment of indefinite-lived intangible assets by permitting an entity the option to perform a qualitative evaluation about the likelihood that an indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired in order to determine whether it should calculate the fair value of the asset. The update also improves previous guidance by expanding upon the examples of events and circumstances that an entity should consider between annual impairment tests in determining whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of an indefinite-lived intangible asset is less than its carrying amount. ASU 2012-02 is effective for annual and interim impairment tests performed for fiscal years beginning after September 15, 2012. Early adoption is permitted. The adoption of this ASU is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements.

NOTE 4 – COMPOSITION OF CERTAIN FINANCIAL STATEMENT CAPTIONS

Accounts receivable, net consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012			December 31, 2011
Trade and other receivables	$	14,126		$	8,642
Allowance for doubtful accounts		(43	)		(43	)
	$	14,083		$	8,599

Inventories consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012		December 31, 2011
Raw materials	$	2,037	$	516
Work in process		515		435
Finished goods		709		623
	$	3,261	$	1,574

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Property and equipment, net consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012			December 31, 2011
Furniture and office equipment	$	39,842		$	37,371
Production equipment		32,813			11,589
Land and buildings		21,314			21,314
Leasehold improvements		6,226			5,460
		100,195			75,734
Less: Accumulated depreciation and amortization		(49,208	)		(39,415	)
	$	50,987		$	36,319

Accrued liabilities consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012		December 31, 2011
Employee compensation and benefits	$	11,182	$	11,852
Other		7,008		8,972
	$	18,190	$	20,824

Accumulated other comprehensive income consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012		December 31, 2011
Unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities, net of tax	$	374	$	24
	$	374	$	24

NOTE 5 – FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

The following is a summary of marketable securities at September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011 (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012
			Gross		Gross			Estimated
			Unrealized		Unrealized			Fair
	Cost		Gains		Losses			Values
Available-for-sale securities
Corporate bonds and notes	$	184,690	$	300	$	(24	)	$	184,966
Municipal bonds and notes		94,130		82		(6	)		94,206
Commercial paper		50,187		11		(8	)		50,190
Treasury and agency notes and bills		30,559		18					30,577
Money market funds		17,329		—		—			17,329
Certificate of deposit		4,507		2		—			4,509
Total available-for-sale securities		381,402		413		(38	)		381,777
Reported in:
Cash and cash equivalents								$	40,825
Short-term investments									340,952
Total marketable securities								$	381,777

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	December 31, 2011
			Gross		Gross			Estimated
			Unrealized		Unrealized			Fair
	Cost		Gains		Losses			Values
Available-for-sale securities
Corporate bonds and notes	$	168,294	$	99	$	(322	)	$	168,071
Municipal bonds and notes		151,887		203		(15	)		152,075
Treasury and agency notes and bills		87,684		84		(14	)		87,754
Commercial paper		30,899		7		(15	)		30,891
Money market funds		13,269		—		—			13,269
Certificate of deposit		9,820		3		(6	)		9,817
Total available-for-sale securities	$	461,853	$	396	$	(372	)	$	461,877
Reported in:
Cash and cash equivalents								$	25,190
Short-term investments									436,687
Total marketable securities								$	461,877

At September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Company had $465.9 million and $492.4 million, respectively, in cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments. The majority of these amounts were held in marketable securities, as shown above. The remaining balance of $84.1 million and $30.5 million at September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively, was cash held in operating accounts not included in the tables above.

The gross realized gains and losses on sales of marketable securities were not significant during each of the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011.

Unrealized gains of $0.4 million, net of tax, as of September 30, 2012, were related to a temporary increase in value of the remaining available-for-sale securities and were due primarily to changes in interest rates and market and credit conditions of the underlying securities. Certain investments with a temporary decline in value are not considered to be other-than-temporarily impaired as of September 30, 2012 because the Company has the ability to hold these investments to allow for recovery, does not anticipate having to sell these securities with unrealized losses and continues to receive interest at the maximum contractual rate. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, respectively, the Company did not record any impairment charges.

The following table summarizes the fair value and gross unrealized losses related to individual available-for-sale securities at September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, which have been in a continuous unrealized loss position, aggregated by investment category and length of time (in thousands):

September 30, 2012	Less Than 12 Months					12 Months or More				Total
	Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses		Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses
Corporate bonds and notes	$	36,845	$	(24	)	$	—	$	—	$	36,845	$	(24	)
Municipal bonds and notes		17,709		(6	)		—		—		17,709		(6	)
Commercial paper		25,977		(8	)		—				25,977		(8	)
Total	$	80,531	$	(38	)	$	—	$	—	$	80,531	$	(38	)

December 31, 2011	Less Than 12 Months					12 Months or More				Total
	Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses		Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses
Corporate bonds and notes	$	96,895	$	(322	)	$	—	$	—	$	96,895	$	(322	)
Municipal bonds and notes		21,610		(15	)		—		—		21,610		(15	)
Commercial Paper		16,402		(15	)		—		—		16,402		(15	)
Treasury and agency notes and bills		14,391		(14	)		—		—		14,391		(14	)
Certificate of deposit		3,514		(6	)						3,514		(6	)
Total	$	152,812	$	(372	)	$	—	$	—	$	152,812	$	(372	)

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The estimated fair value of marketable securities by contractual maturity at September 30, 2012 is shown below (in thousands). Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities because issuers may have the right to call or prepay obligations without call or prepayment penalties.

	Estimated Fair Value
Due in one year or less	$	284,495
Due in one to two years		97,282
Total	$	381,777

NOTE 6 – BUSINESS COMBINATION

Vista Point Technologies

On June 28, 2012, DigitalOptics Corporation, a subsidiary of Tessera Technologies, Inc., completed its acquisition of certain assets of Vista Point Technologies, a Tier One qualified camera module manufacturing business, from Flextronics International Ltd. for consideration of $29.0 million, net of $11.9 million cash acquired. Approximately $7.6 million of the consideration has been placed in escrow, of which, approximately $7.0 million is subject to delivery of certain additional assets by Flextronics International Ltd. no later than March 31, 2013. The Company intends to use the acquired assets to help build the DigitalOptics segment into a supplier of camera modules in the mobile phone market.

As part of the acquisition, DigitalOptics Corporation Technology Zhuhai Limited (formally known as Vista Point Electronic Technologies (Zhuhai) Co. Ltd.), a company organized under the laws of the People’s Republic of China, was acquired from Flextronics International Ltd. and became an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of the Company. The business combination transaction was accounted for using the purchase method of accounting, with the results of the acquisition included in the DigitalOptics segment as of the acquisition date. This contributed to a purchase price in excess of the fair value of the underlying net assets and identified intangible assets acquired from Flextronics International Ltd. and, as a result, the Company has recorded goodwill in connection with this transaction.

Preliminary purchase price allocation

In accordance with the accounting guidance on business combinations, the total purchase price is allocated to the tangible and intangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their estimated fair values. The preliminary allocation of the purchase price was based upon a preliminary valuation and the estimates and assumptions used are subject to change. Based upon the fair values acquired, the purchase price allocation is as follows (in thousands):

	Amount		Estimated Useful Life (Years)
Net tangible assets:
Property and equipment, net	$	11,196		1-7
Inventory		392		N/A
Other current assets		870		N/A
Other assets		7,853		N/A
		20,311
Identified intangible assets:
Patents/core technology		900		14
Customer relationships		900		3
Goodwill		6,844		N/A
		8,644
Total purchase price	$	28,955

Approximately $20.3 million has been allocated to acquired net tangible assets consisting of property and equipment delivered, and $7.0 million of property and equipment (included in other assets) to be delivered. Approximately $1.8 million has been allocated to amortizable intangible assets acquired.

NOTE 7 – FAIR VALUE

The Company follows the authoritative guidance for fair value measurements and the fair value option for financial assets and financial liabilities. The guidance for fair value measurements establishes a consistent framework for measuring fair value and expands disclosure requirements about fair value measurements. The guidance for the fair value option for financial assets and financial liabilities provides companies the irrevocable option to measure many financial assets and liabilities at fair value with changes in fair value recognized in earnings.

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Fair value is defined as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability, or an exit price, in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. The established fair value hierarchy requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. The guidance describes three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value:

Level 1	Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets.
Level 2	Observable inputs other than Level 1 prices, such as quoted prices for similar assets; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets.
Level 3	Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets. Level 3 assets and liabilities include financial instruments whose value is determined using pricing models, discounted cash flow methodologies, or similar techniques, as well as instruments for which the determination of fair value requires significant management judgment or estimation.

The following is a list of the Company’s assets required to be measured at fair value on a recurring basis and where they were classified within the hierarchy as of September 30, 2012 (in thousands):

	Fair Value		Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)
Assets
Marketable Securities
Money market funds (1)	$	17,329	$	17,329	$	—	$	—
Corporate bonds and notes (2)		184,966		—		184,966		—
Municipal bonds and notes (2)		94,206		—		94,206		—
Treasury and agency notes and bills (2)		30,577		—		30,577		—
Certificate of deposit (2)		4,509		—		4,509		—
Commercial paper (3)		50,190		—		50,190		—
Total Assets	$	381,777	$	17,329	$	364,448	$	—

The following footnotes indicate where the noted items were recorded in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet at September 30, 2012:

(1) Reported as cash and cash equivalents.

(2) Reported as short-term investments.

(3) Reported as either cash and cash equivalents or short-term investments

The following is a list of the Company’s assets required to be measured at fair value on a recurring basis and where they were classified within the hierarchy as of December 31, 2011 (in thousands):

	Fair Value		Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level  1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)
Assets
Marketable Securities
Money market funds (1)	$	13,270	$	13,270	$	—	$	—
Corporate bonds and notes (2)		168,071		—		168,071		—
Municipal bonds and notes (2)		152,075		—		152,075		—
Treasury and agency notes and bills (2)		87,754		—		87,754		—
Certificate of deposit (2)		9,817		—		9,817		—
Commercial paper (3)		30,890		—		30,890		—
Total Assets	$	461,877	$	13,270	$	448,607	$	—

The following footnotes indicate where the noted items were recorded in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet at December 31, 2011:

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(1) Reported as cash and cash equivalents.

(2) Reported as short-term investments.

(3) Reported as either cash and cash equivalents or short-term investments

Nonrecurring Fair Value Measurements

The Company measures certain assets at fair value on a nonrecurring basis. These assets include approximately $18.2 million of property and equipment and $1.8 million in intangible assets that were valued at fair value as part of the Vista Point Technologies acquisition described in Note 6 above. For certain of the property and equipment, the fair value was determined using a cost approach based on the condition, market and functionality of these assets, including physical depreciation and certain obsolescence adjustments. The fair value for these acquired intangible assets was determined using the cost approach and discounted cash flow method. As a result, $0.3 million of property and equipment and the $1.8 million of intangible assets are classified as Level 3.

NOTE 8 – GOODWILL AND IDENTIFIED INTANGIBLE ASSETS

Goodwill is recorded as the difference, if any, between the aggregate consideration paid for an acquisition and the fair value of the net tangible and identified intangible assets acquired under a business combination. Identified intangible assets consist of acquired patents/core technology, existing technology, trade names, assembled workforce and non-compete agreements resulting from business combinations, and acquired patents under asset purchase agreements. Except for intangible assets used in in-process research and development which have indefinite useful lives until the completion or abandonment of the associated research and development efforts, identified intangible assets are amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives, ranging from two to 15 years.

As a result of the Company’s impairment analysis, completed in the fourth quarter of 2011, the Company recorded an impairment charge of goodwill of $49.7 million for the nine months ended September 31, 2011, all of which was included in the DigitalOptics segment. The Company recorded the impairment charge due primarily to the low market price of the Company’s common stock, which resulted in the Company’s market capitalization being significantly lower than the book value of equity for an extended period of time. Accordingly, the carrying value of goodwill was zero at December 31, 2011.

The changes to our goodwill, which are all allocated to the DigitalOptics segment, from December 31, 2011 through September 30, 2012 is reflected below (in thousands):

	DigitalOptics
Balance at December 31, 2011	$	—
Goodwill acquired through the asset acquisition from Vista Point Technologies		6,844
Balance at September 30, 2012	$	6,844

Identified intangible assets consisted of the following (in thousands):

		September 30, 2012							December 31, 2011
	Average Life (Years)	Gross Assets		Accumulated Amortization			Net		Gross Assets		Accumulated Amortization			Net
Acquired patents / core technology	3-15	$	135,366	$	(34,534	)	$	100,832	$	132,553	$	(21,901	)	$	110,652
Existing technology	5-10		54,196		(37,066	)		17,130		54,196		(32,032	)		22,164
Customer contracts	3-9		12,800		(7,794	)		5,006		11,900		(6,808	)		5,092
Trade name	4-10		3,620		(2,360	)		1,260		3,620		(2,102	)		1,518
In-process research and development	Indefinite		1,900		—			1,900		1,900		—			1,900
Non-competition agreements	2		1,400		(1,400	)		—		1,400		(1,400	)		—
Assembled workforce	4		300		(300	)		—		300		(300	)		—
		$	209,582	$	(83,454	)	$	126,128	$	205,869	$	(64,543	)	$	141,326

Amortization expense for the three months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 amounted to $6.2 million and $4.3 million, respectively. Amortization expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 amounted to $18.9 million and $12.5 million, respectively.

As of September 30, 2012, the estimated future amortization expense of intangible assets, excluding the in-process research and development, is as follows (in thousands):

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2012 (remaining 3 months)	$	6,153
2013		24,510
2014		22,699
2015		21,366
2016		17,522
Thereafter		31,978
	$	124,228

There was no impairment of long-lived assets for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011. The Company has incurred significant operating losses from the DigitalOptics segment. If the anticipated future results of the DigitalOptics segment do not materialize as expected, then the related goodwill and intangible assets could be subject to an impairment charge in the future. See Note 14 — “Segment and Geographic Information” for additional detail.

NOTE 9 – NET LOSS PER SHARE

The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted net loss per share (in thousands, except per share amounts):

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011			September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011
Numerator:
Net loss	$	(1,112	)	$	(44,736	)	$	(9,609	)	$	(21,938	)
Denominator:
Weighted average common shares outstanding		52,111			51,407			51,927			51,041
Less: Unvested common shares subject to repurchase		(18	)		(43	)		(19	)		(61	)
Total shares-basic		52,093			51,364			51,908			50,980
Effect of dilutive securities:
Stock awards		—			—			—			—
Restricted stock awards and units		—			—			—			—
Total shares-diluted		52,093			51,364			51,908			50,980
Net loss per share-basic	$	(0.02	)	$	(0.87	)	$	(0.19	)	$	(0.43	)
Net loss per share-diluted	$	(0.02	)	$	(0.87	)	$	(0.19	)	$	(0.43	)

Basic net income (loss) per share is computed using the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period, excluding any unvested restricted stock awards that are subject to repurchase. Diluted net income (loss) per share is computed using the treasury stock method to calculate the weighted average number of common shares and, if dilutive, potential common shares outstanding during the period. Potential dilutive common shares include unvested restricted stock awards and units and incremental common shares issuable upon the exercise of stock options, less shares from assumed proceeds. The assumed proceeds calculation includes actual proceeds to be received from the employee upon exercise, the average unrecognized stock compensation cost during the period and any tax benefits that will be credited upon exercise to additional paid in capital.

For both the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012, all 6.5 million shares of common stock, subject to stock options and restricted stock awards and units were excluded from the computation of diluted net income per share as they were anti-dilutive.

For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2011, all 6.8 million and 6.2 million shares of common stock, respectively, subject to stock options, restricted stock awards and units were excluded from the computation of diluted net income per share as they were anti-dilutive.

NOTE 10 – STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Stock Repurchase Programs

In August 2007, the Company’s Board of Directors (“the Board”) authorized a plan to repurchase up to a maximum total of $100.0 million of the Company’s outstanding shares of common stock dependent on market conditions, share price and other factors. As of September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Company had repurchased a total of approximately 645,000 shares of common stock since inception of the plan, at an average price of $16.26 per share for a total cost of $10.5 million. The shares repurchased are recorded as treasury stock and are accounted for under the cost method. No expiration date has been specified for this plan. As of September 30, 2012, the total amount available for repurchase was $89.5 million. The Company may continue to execute authorized repurchases from time to time under the plan.

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Stock Option Plans

The 1996 Plan and the 1999 Plan

In December 1996, the Board adopted the 1996 Stock Option Plan (“1996 Plan”). In February 1999, the Board adopted the 1999 Stock Option Plan (“1999 Plan”) which was approved by the stockholders in May 1999. Under the 1996 Plan and the 1999 Plan, incentive stock options may be granted to the employees of the Company or its subsidiaries at an exercise price of no less than 100% of the fair value on the date of grant, and nonstatutory stock options may be granted to the employees of the Company or its subsidiaries, non-employee directors and consultants at an exercise price of no less than 85% of the fair value. In both cases, when the optionees own stock representing more than 10% of the voting power of all classes of stock of the Company, the exercise price shall be no less than 110% of the fair value on the date of grant. For options granted with an exercise price below fair market value, a stock-based compensation charge has been determined. Options granted under these plans generally have a term of ten years from the date of grant and vest over a four-year period. Shares issued in connection with the exercise of unvested options are subject to repurchase by the Company until such options vest. After February 1999, no further options were granted from the 1996 Plan. After December 2000, no further options were granted from the 1999 Plan. The Company has no intention of issuing additional grants under these plans. As of September 30, 2012, there were no shares reserved for grant under these plans and only cancellations under the 1999 Plan are recorded as available for grant. Based on a Board decision, cancellations under the 1996 Plan are not considered available for grant.

The 2003 Plan

In February 2003, the Board adopted and the Company’s stockholders approved the 2003 Equity Incentive Plan (“2003 Plan”). Under the 2003 Plan, incentive stock options may be granted to the employees of the Company or its subsidiaries at an exercise price of no less than 100% of the fair value on the date of grant, and nonstatutory stock options may be granted to the employees of the Company or its subsidiaries, non-employee directors and consultants at an exercise price of no less than 85% of the fair value. In both cases, when the optionees own stock representing more than 10% of the voting power of all classes of stock of the Company, the exercise price shall be no less than 110% of the fair value on the date of grant. Options, restricted stock awards, and restricted stock units granted under this plan generally have a term of ten years from the date of grant and vest over a four-year period. Restricted stock, performance awards, dividend equivalents, deferred stock, stock payments and stock appreciation rights may also be granted under the 2003 Plan either alone, in addition to, or in tandem with any options granted thereunder. Restricted stock awards and units are full-value awards that reduce the number of shares reserved for grant under this plan by one and one-half shares for each share granted. The vesting criteria for restricted stock awards and units is generally the passage of time or meeting certain performance-based objectives, and continued employment through the vesting period generally over four years. As of September 30, 2012, there were 4,955,000 shares reserved for future grant under this plan.

A summary of the stock option activity is presented below (in thousands, except per share amounts):

	Shares Outstanding
	Number of Shares			Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share
Balance at December 31, 2011		6,819		$	20.16
Options granted		1,603		$	15.56
Options exercised		(127	)	$	14.70
Options cancelled / forfeited / expired		(1,654	)	$	23.85
Balance at September 30, 2012		6,641		$	18.24

Information with respect to outstanding restricted stock awards and units as of September 30, 2012 is as follows (in thousands, except per share amounts):

	Restricted Stock
	Number of Shares Subject to Time- based Vesting			Number of Shares Subject to Performance- based Vesting			Total Number of Shares			Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value Per Share
Balance at December 31, 2011		730			261			991		$	17.60
Awards and units granted		311			133			444		$	16.57
Awards and units vested / earned		(208	)		(30	)		(238	)	$	17.22
Awards and units cancelled / forfeited		(112	)		(248	)		(360	)	$	19.48
Balance at September 30, 2012		721			116			837		$	16.35

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Performance Awards and Units

Performance awards and units may be granted to employees or consultants based upon, among other things, the contributions, responsibilities and other compensation of the particular employee or consultant. The value and the vesting of such performance awards and units are generally linked to one or more performance goals or other specific performance goals determined by the Company, in each case on a specified date or dates or over any period or periods determined by the Company, and range from zero to 100 percent of the grant.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

In August 2003, the Board adopted the 2003 Employee Stock Purchase Plan, which was approved by the Company’s stockholders in September 2003. The Company initially reserved 200,000 shares of common stock for issuance under the 2003 Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The reserve will automatically increase on the first day of each fiscal year during the term of the 2003 Employee Stock Purchase Plan by an amount equal to the lesser of (1) 200,000 shares, (2) 1.0% of the Company’s outstanding shares on such date or (3) a lesser amount determined by the Board. Subsequently, the Board adopted the International Employee Stock Purchase Plan in June 2008 which reserves 200,000 shares of common stock for issuance under this plan. The 2003 Employee Stock Purchase Plan and the International Employee Stock Purchase Plan (collectively, “ESPP”) are designed to allow eligible employees residing in the U.S. or internationally to purchase shares of common stock, at semi-annual intervals, with their accumulated payroll deductions.

The ESPP has a series of consecutive, overlapping 24-month offering periods. The first offering period commenced February 1, 2004, the effective date of the ESPP, as determined by the Board. Individuals who own less than 5% of the Company’s voting stock, are scheduled to work more than 20 hours per week and whose customary employment is for more than five months in any calendar year may join an offering period on the first day of the offering period or the beginning of any semi-annual purchase period within that period. Individuals who become eligible employees after the start date of an offering period may join the ESPP at the beginning of any subsequent semi-annual purchase period.

Participants may contribute up to 20% of their cash earnings through payroll deductions, and the accumulated deductions will apply to the purchase of shares on each semi-annual purchase date. The purchase price per share will equal 85% of the fair market value per share on the participant’s entry date into the offering period or, if lower, 85% of the fair market value per share on the semi-annual purchase date.

An eligible employee’s right to buy shares of the Company’s common stock under the ESPP may not accrue at a rate in excess of $25,000 of the fair market value of such shares per calendar year for each calendar year of an offering period.

If the fair market value per share of the Company’s common stock on any purchase date is less than the fair market value per share on the start date of the 24-month offering period, then that offering period will automatically terminate and a new 24-month offering period will begin on the next business day. All participants in the terminated offering will be transferred to the new offering period.

In the event of a proposed sale of all or substantially all of the Company’s assets, or merger with or into another company, the outstanding rights under the ESPP will be assumed or an equivalent right substituted by the successor company or its parent or subsidiary. If the successor company or its parent refuses to assume the outstanding rights or substitute an equivalent right, then all outstanding purchase rights will automatically be exercised prior to the effective date of the transaction. The purchase price will equal 85% of the market value per share on the participant’s entry date into the offering period in which an acquisition occurs or, if lower, 85% of the fair market value per share on the date the purchase rights are exercised.

The ESPP will terminate no later than the tenth anniversary of the ESPP’s initial adoption by the Board.

As of September 30, 2012, there were approximately 299,000 shares reserved for grant under the ESPP.

NOTE 11 – STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION EXPENSE

The effect of recording stock-based compensation expense for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 is as follows (in thousands):

	Three Months Ended				Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011		September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011
Cost of revenues	$	106	$	67	$	504	$	339
Research, development and other related costs		1,326		1,694		4,990		6,548
Selling, general and administrative		2,548		3,598		7,755		13,363
Total stock-based compensation expense	$	3,980	$	5,359	$	13,249	$	20,250

Stock-based compensation expense categorized by various equity components for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 is summarized in the table below (in thousands):

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	Three Months Ended				Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011		September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011
Employee stock options	$	2,341	$	3,375	$	8,251	$	12,547
Restricted stock awards and units		1,154		1,494		3,557		6,124
Employee stock purchase plan		485		490		1,441		1,579
Total stock-based compensation expense	$	3,980	$	5,359	$	13,249	$	20,250

The Company uses the Black-Scholes option pricing model to determine the estimated fair value of stock-based awards. The fair value of each option grant is determined on the date of grant and the expense is recorded on a straight-line basis. The assumptions used in the model include expected life, volatility, risk-free interest rate, and dividend yield. The Company’s determinations of these assumptions are outlined below.

Expected life – The expected life assumption is based on analysis of the Company’s historical employee exercise patterns. The expected life of options granted under the ESPP represents the offering period of two years.

Volatility – Volatility is calculated using the historical volatility of the Company’s common stock for a term consistent with the expected life. Historical volatility of the Company’s common stock is also utilized for the ESPP.

Risk-free interest rate – The risk-free interest rate assumption is based on the U.S. Treasury rate for issues with remaining terms similar to the expected life of the options.

Dividend yield – Expected dividend yield is calculated by annualizing the cash dividend declared by the Board for the current quarter and dividing that result by the average closing price of the Company’s common stock for the quarter. Cash dividends are not paid on options, restricted stock units or unvested restricted stock awards.

In addition, the Company estimates forfeiture rates. Forfeitures are estimated at the time of grant and revised in subsequent periods if actual forfeitures differ from those estimates. Historical data is used to estimate pre-vesting option forfeitures and record stock-based compensation expense only for those awards that are expected to vest.

The following assumptions were used to value the options granted:

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011			September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011
Expected life (in years)		3.7			3.7			3.7			3.7
Risk-free interest rate		0.5	%		0.7	%		0.5 - 0.8	%		0.7 - 1.8	%
Dividend yield		2.7	%		0.0	%		2.2 - 2.7	%		0.0	%
Expected volatility		48.5	%		76.5	%		48.5 - 66.4	%		76.3 - 76.7	%

NOTE 12 – INCOME TAXES

The provision for income taxes for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 was $2.5 million and $1.8 million, respectively, which were comprised of domestic income tax and foreign income and withholding taxes. The benefit from income taxes for the three months ended September 30, 2011 was $1.6 million and the provision for income taxes for the nine months ended September 30, 2011 was $9.7 million, which were comprised of domestic income tax and foreign income and withholding taxes as offset by a tax benefit for the impairment of tax-deductible goodwill. The Company’s provision for income taxes is based on its worldwide estimated annualized effective tax rate, except for jurisdictions for which a loss is expected for the year and no benefit can be realized for those losses, and the tax effect of discrete items occurring during the period. The tax for jurisdictions for which a loss is expected for the year is based on actual taxes and tax reserves for the quarter. The increase in the income tax provision for the three months ended September 30, 2012 as compared to the same period in the prior year is largely attributable to income generated during the three months ended September 30, 2012 as compared to the loss generated in the three months ended September 30, 2011. The decrease in the income tax provision for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 as compared to the same period in the prior year is attributable to the greater loss incurred in the current year as compared to the prior year’s income before considering the non-tax-deductible goodwill impairment for which the Company does not receive a tax benefit.

As of September 30, 2012, unrecognized tax benefits approximated $3.9 million, of which $2.6 million would affect the effective tax rate if recognized. At December 31, 2011, unrecognized tax benefits were $3.8 million of which $2.5 million would affect the effective tax rate if recognized. It is reasonably possible that unrecognized tax benefits may decrease by a range of $0.1 million to $0.2 million in the next 12 months due to the expected lapse of a foreign statute of limitation relating to tax incentives and the conclusion of a foreign tax examination.

It is the Company’s policy to classify accrued interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits in the provision for income taxes. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, the Company recognized an insignificant amount of interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits. At September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Company has accrued $0.4 million and $0.3 million, respectively, of interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits.

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At September 30, 2012, the Company’s 2007 through 2011 tax years were open and subject to potential examination in one or more jurisdictions. In addition, in the U.S., any net operating losses or credits that were generated in prior years but utilized in an open year may also be subject to examination. The Company is currently under Internal Revenue Service examination related to its 2008 and 2009 tax returns, under review in Israel on a 2007 subsidiary liquidation and in Ireland on the 2010 R&D tax credit claim. The Company is not currently under state income tax examination.

NOTE 13 – COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

Lease and Purchase Commitments

The Company and its subsidiaries lease office and research facilities and office equipment under operating leases which expire at various dates through 2018. Under lease agreements that contain escalating rent provisions, lease expense is recorded on a straight-line basis over the lease term. In addition, the Company and its subsidiaries have agreements containing non-cancelable, non-refundable payment terms with third parties to purchase equipment and services. Rent expense for the three months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, was $1.1 million and $0.8 million, respectively. Rent expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, was $2.8 million and $2.4 million, respectively.

As of September 30, 2012, future minimum lease payments and purchase obligations are as follows (in thousands):

	Lease Obligations		Purchase Obligations		Total
2012 (remaining 3 months)	$	958	$	6,665	$	7,623
2013		4,782		1,027		5,809
2014		4,014		—		4,014
2015		2,732		—		2,732
2016		1,668		—		1,668
Thereafter		1,454		—		1,454
	$	15,608	$	7,692	$	23,300

Contingencies

The Company cannot predict the outcome of any of the proceedings described below. An adverse decision in any of these proceedings could significantly harm the Company’s business and consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Powertech Technology Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:10-00945-CW (N.D. Cal.) and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit Case No. 2010-1489

On March 5, 2010, Powertech Technology Inc. (“PTI”) filed a complaint against Tessera, Inc. in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California seeking a declaratory judgment of noninfringement and invalidity of Tessera, Inc.’s U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106. On March 22, 2010, the case was related to Siliconware Precision Industries, Co., Ltd v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:08-cv-03667-CW (N.D. Cal.), and assigned to the judge presiding over that action.

On April 1, 2010, Tessera, Inc. filed a motion to dismiss the complaint for lack of subject matter jurisdiction. On June 1, 2010, the judge granted Tessera, Inc.’s motion, and dismissed the action.

On June 29, 2010, PTI filed a motion seeking reconsideration of the June 1, 2010 order dismissing the action. On August 3, 2010, PTI’s motion was denied.

On August 6, 2010, PTI filed a notice of appeal with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. On September 30, 2011, the Federal Circuit issued an opinion reversing and remanding the case to the district court, determining that there was declaratory judgment jurisdiction. Tessera, Inc. filed a petition for rehearing on November 14, 2011. The Federal Circuit denied Tessera, Inc.’s petition for rehearing on January 5, 2012. On January 19, 2012, the Federal Circuit issued its judgment and the case was remanded to the district court. On December 15, 2011, the district court case was related to Powertech Technology Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:11-06121-CW (N.D. Cal.), discussed below.

The district court held a Case Management Conference on January 4, 2012. The court issued a Minute Order and Case Management Order dated January 4, 2012, setting, among other things, a fact discovery cut-off date of January 18, 2013, and a trial date of April 7, 2014.

On May 16, 2012, the Court entered an order that denied PTI’s motion to strike as to one of Tessera, Inc.’s affirmative defenses, granted PTI’s motion to strike with leave to amend as to several other affirmative defenses asserted by Tessera, Inc., and granted PTI’s motion to strike as to one of Tessera, Inc.’s affirmative defenses, stating that Tessera, Inc. may move to amend to add that defense if circumstances change. Tessera, Inc. filed an amended answer on May 29, 2012.

On June 29, 2012, PTI sent a letter to Tessera, Inc. purporting to terminate the TCC License Agreement as of June 30, 2012.

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On July 30, 2012, Tessera, Inc. provided PTI with a covenant not to sue, or otherwise hold liable, PTI or its customers under certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106 in connection with certain PTI-manufactured products.

On August 9, 2012, Tessera, Inc. moved for summary judgment on the ground that as a matter of law no case or controversy exists sufficient to support PTI’s claims because of the covenant and because the parties’ rights and obligations do not turn on infringement or validity of the Tessera, Inc. patent that forms the basis of PTI’s claims.

On September 18, 2012, the Patent Office issued an ex parte reexamination certificate in which certain original claims were cancelled from U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106, and certain new claims were added.

On October 1, 2012, Tessera, Inc. provided PTI with a supplemental covenant not to sue, which among other things, extended the covenant to PTI’s subsidiaries and made clear that Tessera, Inc. will not contend that PTI is obligated to pay royalties based on infringement of U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106.

On October 2, 2012, PTI filed a motion for entry of judgment under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 54(b) asking the court to enter judgment that certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106 that were subject to reexamination are invalid.

Powertech Technology Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:11-0612-CW (N.D. Cal.)

On December 6, 2011, PTI filed a complaint against Tessera, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. PTI’s complaint seeks a declaratory judgment that PTI has the right to terminate its license with Tessera, Inc. as of December 6, 2011. The complaint also seeks damages for breach of contract in the amount of all royalties paid to Tessera, Inc. since December 7, 2007, purportedly totaling at least $200 million, in addition to an accounting of PTI’s damages, an accounting of Tessera, Inc.’s revenue from PTI, prejudgment interest, costs and fees, and other relief deemed proper. Tessera, Inc. disagrees with the assertions made by PTI in the complaint regarding breach of contract, and believes the likelihood that Tessera, Inc. will be required to return already-paid royalties is remote.

On December 15, 2011, the case was related to Powertech Technology Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:10-00945-CW (N.D. Cal.), discussed above.

On December 30, 2011, Tessera, Inc. filed a motion to dismiss the complaint for failure to state a claim upon which relief can be granted and a special motion to strike pursuant to California’s anti-SLAPP statute. The Court denied Tessera, Inc.’s motions on May 21, 2012.

The district court held a Case Management Conference on January 4, 2012. The court issued a Minute Order and Case Management Order dated January 4, 2012, setting, among other things, a fact discovery cut-off date of January 18, 2013 and a trial date of April 7, 2014.

On June 3, 2012, PTI filed an amended complaint against Tessera, Inc., adding claims for fraud and deceit, patent misuse, and a declaratory judgment interpreting PTI’s license agreement with Tessera, Inc. In addition to the damages sought by PTI’s original complaint, the amended complaint seeks punitive damages for fraud, termination of the Tessera, Inc. license as of September 24, 2010, recovery of all royalties paid on wBGA products since September 24, 2010, and an order “enjoining Tessera, Inc. and directing that Tessera, Inc. may not proceed against any party,… under any Tessera Patent as defined by Exhibit A to the TCC License with all amendments, supplements, and additions through September 28, 2010 until Tessera has first paid PTI all of the royalties paid on wBGA products by PTI since September 24, 2010, presently estimated to be $40 million.” Tessera, Inc. filed a motion to dismiss PTI’s claim for patent misuse and to strike portions of PTI’s claim for fraud on June 19, 2012. On August 10, 2012, the Court granted in part and denied in part Tessera, Inc.’s motion, specifically dismissing the patent misuse claim and striking the fraud claim, and granted PTI leave to file an amended and supplemental complaint.

On June 29, 2012, PTI sent a letter to Tessera, Inc. purporting to terminate the TCC License Agreement as of June 30, 2012.

On August 24, 2012, PTI filed a third amended complaint. In addition to the claims and recovery alleged in its earlier complaints, the third amended complaint contained an amended fraud claim and an amended patent misuse claim. The new fraud claim sought damages at least in the amount of the royalty payments made to Tessera, Inc. after December 7, 2007, and punitive damages. The new patent misuse claim asked for declarations that Tessera has engaged in patent misuse, that the agreement is unenforceable against PTI until Tessera, Inc. has purged the patent misuse, and that the Tessera, Inc. patents are unenforceable against PTI until Tessera, Inc. has purged the patent misuse. Tessera, Inc. answered that complaint on September 10, 2012. Also on September 10, 2012, Tessera, Inc. filed counterclaims against PTI for breach of contract, breach of the implied covenant, fraud, negligent misrepresentation, declaratory judgment of indemnification, and declaratory judgment regarding PTI’s asserted termination of the agreement.

On July 20, 2012, PTI filed a motion for summary judgment on PTI’s first claim for relief in this case. On August 9, 2012, Tessera, Inc. filed an opposition to PTI’s motion and filed its own motion for summary judgment on PTI’s first, second and third claims on the ground, among others, that under the unambiguous language of the agreement Tessera, Inc. did not breach the agreement by filing and pursing its claims in the Matter of Certain Semiconductor Chips with Minimized Chip Package Size and Products Containing Same (III), ITC No. 337-TA-630 (the “‘630 ITC Action”).

On September 20, 2012, the court heard arguments on PTI’s July 20, 2012 summary judgment motion and Tessera, Inc.’s August 9, 2012 summary judgment motions and took the motions under submission. On October 2, 2012, the parties stipulated to the court’s taking the motions off calendar, and that same day, the court entered an order taking the motions off calendar until such date as the court determines the motions should be decided or the presently-set date for hearing summary judgment motions of December 5, 2013.

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On Oct. 23, 2012, the Court granted PTI leave to file its fourth amended and supplemental complaint.

Other Litigation Matters

In addition to the foregoing matters, the Company and its subsidiaries are involved in other litigation matters and claims in the normal course of business. In the past, the Company and its subsidiaries have litigated to enforce their respective patents and other intellectual property rights, to enforce the terms of license agreements, to protect trade secrets, to determine the validity and scope of the proprietary rights of others and to defend against claims of infringement or invalidity. The Company expects it or its subsidiaries will be involved in similar legal proceedings in the future, including proceedings regarding infringement of its patents and proceedings to ensure proper and full payment of royalties by licensees under the terms of its license agreements.

These existing and any future legal actions may harm either or both of the Company’s business segments, and may hinder the Company’s ability to independently optimize each business segment. For example, they could cause an existing licensee or strategic partner to cease making royalty or other payments to the Company, or to challenge the validity and enforceability of patents owned by the Company’s subsidiaries or the scope of license agreements with the Company’s subsidiaries, and could significantly damage the Company’s relationship with such licensee or strategic partner and, as a result, prevent the adoption of the Company’s other Intellectual Property or DigitalOptics technologies by such licensee or strategic partner. Litigation could also severely disrupt or shut down the business operations of licensees or strategic partners of the Company’s subsidiaries, which in turn would significantly harm ongoing relations with them and cause the Company to lose royalty revenues.

The costs associated with legal proceedings are typically high, relatively unpredictable and not completely within the Company’s control. These costs may be materially higher than expected, which could adversely affect the Company’s operating results and lead to volatility in the price of its common stock. Whether or not determined in the Company’s favor or ultimately settled, litigation diverts managerial, technical, legal and financial resources from the Company’s business operations. Furthermore, an adverse decision in any of these legal actions could result in a loss of the Company’s proprietary rights, subject the Company to significant liabilities, require the Company to seek licenses from others, limit the value of the Company’s licensed technology or otherwise negatively impact the Company’s stock price or its business and consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

NOTE 14 – SEGMENT AND GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION

The Company has two reportable segments: Intellectual Property and DigitalOptics. In addition to these reportable segments, the Corporate Overhead category includes certain operating amounts that are not allocated to the reportable segments because these operating amounts are not considered in evaluating the operating performance of the Company’s business segments.

In 2011, the Company appointed a new President and Chief Executive Officer who is also the Chief Operating Decision Maker (“CODM”) as defined by the authoritative guidance on segment reporting. Also in 2011, the Company appointed a new President of DigitalOptics Corporation and a new President of Tessera Intellectual Property Corp. At the end of 2011, the Company reorganized its reporting units to align with how the Company’s management views and evaluates the Company’s operations, such as the inclusion of development and product commercialization efforts related to the silent air cooling technology in the DigitalOptics segment instead of the Intellectual Property segment. Prior year amounts have been recast to conform to current year presentation.

The Intellectual Property segment is managed by Tessera Intellectual Property Corp., including managing the patent, licensing and litigation portfolios of Tessera, Inc. and Invensas Corporation. The Company’s Intellectual Property segment, comprised of reverse engineering, licensing, account administration and legal teams, generates revenue from manufacturers for the use of its patented ideas. Included in the Intellectual Property segment are a number of advanced technology research and development programs.

The DigitalOptics segment is operated by DigitalOptics Corporation and its subsidiaries (“DOC”). DOC delivers innovation in imaging and optics with products and capabilities that enable expanded functionality in increasingly smaller devices. DOC’s miniaturized camera module solutions provide cost-effective, high-quality camera features, including MEMS based auto-focus, extended depth of field, zoom, image enhancement and optical image stabilization. These technologies can be applied to consumer electronic products. The segment also offers customized micro-optic lenses from diffractive and refractive optical elements to integrated micro-optical subassemblies and will be offering silent air cooling products.

The Company does not identify or allocate assets by reportable segment, nor does the CODM evaluate reportable segments using discrete asset information. Reportable segments do not record inter-segment revenues and accordingly there are none to report. The Company does not allocate other income and expense to reportable segments. Although the CODM uses operating income to evaluate reportable segments, operating costs included in one segment may benefit other segments.

The following table sets forth the Company’s segment revenues, operating expenses and operating loss for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 (in thousands):

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	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30,			September 30,			September 30,			September 30,
	2012			2011			2012			2011
Revenues:
Intellectual Property Segment:
Royalty and license fees	$	57,721		$	50,312		$	149,723		$	164,414
Past production payments		79			—			79			—
Product and service revenues		66			—			66			—
Total Intellectual Property revenues		57,866			50,312			149,868			164,414
DigitalOptics Segment:
Royalty and license fees		2,393			4,959			11,840			18,517
Product and service revenues		12,431			4,071			19,079			14,914
Total DigitalOptics revenues		14,824			9,030			30,919			33,431
Total revenues		72,690			59,342			180,787			197,845
Operating expenses:
Intellectual Property Segment		25,533			23,736			68,858			59,269
DigitalOptics Segment		38,154			71,803			89,428			116,910
Corporate Overhead		11,375			10,827			35,712			35,960
Total operating expenses		75,062			106,366			193,998			212,139
Operating income (loss):
Intellectual Property Segment		32,333			26,576			81,010			105,145
DigitalOptics Segment		(23,330	)		(62,773	)		(58,509	)		(83,479	)
Corporate Overhead		(11,375	)		(10,827	)		(35,712	)		(35,960	)
Total operating loss	$	(2,372	)	$	(47,024	)	$	(13,211	)	$	(14,294	)

A significant portion of the Company’s revenues is derived from licensees domiciled outside of the U.S., principally in Asia and Europe, and it is expected that these revenues will continue to account for a significant portion of total revenues in future periods. The table below is prepared by reference to the domicile of the customer. Geographic revenue information for the periods indicated (in thousands, except for percentages) is presented below:

	Three Months Ended September 30,								Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2012				2011				2012				2011
U.S.	$	29,155	40	%	$	17,319	29	%	$	74,127	41	%	$	54,226	27	%
Korea		14,181	20	%		12,058	20	%		33,660	19	%		37,582	19	%
China		11,057	15	%		1,386	2	%		14,446	8	%		4,718	2	%
Taiwan		8,291	11	%		17,358	29	%		26,417	15	%		57,120	29	%
Japan		5,608	8	%		5,893	10	%		19,566	11	%		24,355	12	%
Other Asia		3,219	4	%		2,375	4	%		7,535	4	%		7,940	4	%
Europe and other		1,179	2	%		2,953	5	%		5,036	3	%		11,904	6	%
	$	72,690	100	%	$	59,342	100	%	$	180,787	100	%	$	197,845	100	%

For the three months ended September 30, 2012, four customers each accounted for 10% or more of total revenues. For the nine months ended September 30, 2012, two customers each accounted for 10% or more of total revenues. For the three months ended September 30, 2011, three customers each accounted for 10% or more of total revenues. For the nine months ended September 30, 2011, two customers each accounted for 10% or more of total revenues.

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As of September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, property and equipment, net, by geographical area are presented below (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012		December 31, 2011
U.S.	$	37,067	$	35,082
China		9,624		—
Other		4,296		1,237
Total	$	50,987	$	36,319

NOTE 15 – RELATED PARTY TRANSACTION

Since 2008, Tessera, Inc. has engaged 3LP Advisors LLC (“3LP”) to assist with the identification and acquisition of patents. In 2011 and 2012, 3LP expanded its advisory services by providing strategic advice to Invensas Corporation and Tessera Intellectual Property Corp. as well. A managing partner of 3LP, Mr. Kevin G. Rivette, is a member of the Board and has a non-majority ownership interest in 3LP. For the three months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, the Company recognized operating expense of $0.4 million and $0.5 million, respectively, related to these engagements. For both the nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, the Company recognized operating expense of $2.1 million, related to these engagements. At September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the accounts payable balance due to 3LP was $0.2 million and $2.0 million, respectively.

NOTE 16 – RESTRUCTURING AND OTHER CHARGES

In January 2011, the Company announced a reorganization of its DigitalOptics segment to focus on key growth opportunities including extended depth of field (“EDoF”), Zoom and MEMS-based auto-focus and a reduction of DigitalOptics employees by up to 15% of the Company’s worldwide employee base along with certain headquarters support functions. In August 2011, the Company announced a commitment to undertake a workforce reduction at its Yokohama, Japan development facility and to close that facility in order to optimize the Company’s operations. Expenses incurred as a result of these activities consisted of severance, costs related to the continuation of certain employee benefits and expenses related to the closure of the facility and termination of the operating lease, and are recorded in restructuring and other charges on the statement of operations. Total restructuring and other charges related to these activities was $2.9 million as of September 30, 2011 and $5.2 million as of December 31, 2011, all of which were expensed in the year ended December 31, 2011. The activities were completed in the first quarter of 2012.

NOTE 17 – SUBSEQUENT EVENT

On October 31, 2012, the Board declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per share of common stock for the fourth quarter, payable on December 13, 2012, for the stockholders of record at the close of business on November 22, 2012.

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

The following discussion should be read in conjunction with the attached unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements and notes thereto, and with our audited financial statements and notes thereto for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2011 found in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed on February 17, 2012.

This Quarterly Report contains forward-looking statements, which are subject to the safe harbor provisions created by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” “could,” “would,” “may,” “intends,” “targets” and similar expressions or variations of such words are intended to identify forward-looking statements, but are not the exclusive means of identifying forward-looking statements in this Quarterly Report. The identification of certain statements as “forward-looking” is not intended to mean that other statements not specifically identified are not forward-looking. All statements other than statements about historical facts are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements that relate to our future revenues, product development, demand, acceptance and market share, growth rate, competitiveness, gross margins, levels of research, development and other related costs, expenditures, the outcome or effects of and expenses related to litigation and administrative proceedings related to our patents, our intent to enforce our intellectual property, our ability to license our intellectual property, our ability to become a leading supplier of camera modules in the mobile phone market, tax expenses, cash flows, our ability to liquidate and recover the carrying value of our investments, our management’s plans and objectives for our current and future operations, management’s plans for repurchasing our common stock pursuant to the authorization of our Board of Directors, the levels of customer spending or research and development activities, general economic conditions, and the sufficiency of financial resources to support future operations and capital expenditures.

Although forward-looking statements in this Quarterly Report reflect the good faith judgment of our management, such statements can only be based on facts and factors currently known by us. Consequently, forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties, and changes in condition, significance, value and effect, including those discussed below under the heading “Risk Factors” within Part II, Item 1A of this Quarterly Report and other documents we file from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), such as our annual reports on Form 10-K, our quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and our current reports on Form 8-K. Such risks, uncertainties and changes in condition, significance, value and effect could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed herein and in ways not readily foreseeable. Readers are urged not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this Quarterly Report and are based on information currently and reasonably known to us. We undertake no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements in order to reflect any event or circumstance that may arise after the date of this Quarterly Report. Readers are urged to carefully review and consider the various disclosures made in this Quarterly Report, which attempt to advise interested parties of the risks and factors that may affect our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects.

Corporate Information

Our principal executive offices are located at 3025 Orchard Parkway, San Jose, California 95134. Our telephone number is (408) 321-6000. We maintain a website at www.tessera.com. The reference to our website address does not constitute incorporation by reference of the information contained on this website.

Tessera, the Tessera logo, µBGA, OptiML, DigitalOptics Corporation, the DigitalOptics Corporation logo, Invensas, the Invensas logo and SHELLCASE are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Company or its affiliated companies in the United States (“U.S.”) and other countries. All other company, brand and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

In this Quarterly Report, the “Company,” “we,” “us” and “our” refer to Tessera Technologies, Inc., which operates its business through its subsidiaries. Unless specified otherwise, the financial results in this Quarterly Report are those of the Company and its subsidiaries on a consolidated basis.

Business Overview

Tessera Technologies, Inc. is a holding company with operating subsidiaries in two segments: Intellectual Property and DigitalOptics.

Our Intellectual Property segment is managed by Tessera Intellectual Property Corp., including managing the patent and licensing portfolios of our subsidiaries, Tessera, Inc. and Invensas Corporation (“Invensas”). Our Intellectual Property business, comprised of reverse engineering, licensing, account administration and litigation teams, generates revenue from manufacturers that use its patented ideas. Included in the Intellectual Property segment are a number of advanced technology research and development programs.

Our DigitalOptics segment is operated by DigitalOptics Corporation and its subsidiaries (“DOC”). DOC delivers innovation in imaging and optics with products and capabilities that enable expanded functionality in increasingly smaller devices. DOC’s miniaturized camera module solutions provide cost-effective, high-quality camera features, including Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (“MEMS”)-based auto-focus, extended depth of field (“EDoF”), zoom, image enhancement and optical image stabilization. These technologies can be applied to mobile phones and other consumer electronic products. DOC also offers customized micro-optic lenses from diffractive and refractive optical elements to integrated micro-optical subassemblies.

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Our segments were determined based upon the manner in which our management viewed and evaluated our operations for the period reported. As our business grows and evolves, our management may change their views of our business operations. Segment information in Note 14 — “Segment and Geographic Information” in the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements is incorporated herein by reference and is presented per the authoritative guidance for segment reporting. At the end of 2011, we renamed our segments in and have recast our segment results to reflect the inclusion of our silent air cooling program in our DigitalOptics segment. Prior to that time, that program was included in our Intellectual Property segment.

Intellectual Property Segment

Our intellectual property segment owns patents principally in the fields of semiconductor packaging and semiconductor circuitry. Many of these patents were purchased from third parties and a significant number of these patents are the result of internal research and development investments. The intellectual property business has licensed these patented ideas to manufacturers that use these ideas, typically on a running per unit royalty basis. Our intellectual property business is also pursuing legal damages for infringement of its patents by manufacturers that we believe use our patented ideas but did not license the right to use our patented ideas.

DigitalOptics Segment

DigitalOptics offers four main categories of products or solutions: actuator technologies, image enhancement solutions, wafer-level optics, and conventional camera modules. DOC’s solutions help meet growing consumer demand for smaller size, lower cost and greater functionality in mobile phones and other consumer electronic products.

Actuator technologies:

DOC’s silicon solutions improve image quality and enhance, extend and simplify picture taking for mobile and portable camera devices. One example is DOC’s MEMS solutions, which offer superior auto-focus and shutter capabilities in a low power, small form factor solution for continuous focus video, saving time and money. MEMS Auto-Focus (“AF”) actuator uses MEMS technology to precisely position and move a lens inside the camera optics to focus. Positioning precision and repeatability capabilities are achieved through DOC’s unique and proprietary MEMS silicon designs.

Image Enhancement Solutions:

DOC licenses software solutions for digital and video photography image enhancement. Examples include:

• Face Tools, which provide face-oriented imaging technology such as face tracking/detection, smile/blink detection, face recognition and face beautification. When combined with our hardware acceleration technology, the performance of these applications for both video and still images is enhanced.

• Portrait Enhancement, which brings professional photo capabilities to all camera or video-enabled products without requiring separate, post-editing software. It works in real time, with either still images or video.

• Panorama, which enables users to easily and automatically create panoramic images in a single step, without using a PC or editing software.

• Video Tools, which combine image enhancement software and hardware acceleration to provide real-time video image stabilization and face beautification.

Wafer Level Optics:

DOC uses the latest semiconductor manufacturing techniques to develop and deliver its micro-optic lenses, including Diffractive Optical Elements (“DOEs”), Refractive Optical Elements (“ROEs”) and Integrated Micro-Optical Subassemblies (“IMOS”). DOC uses wafer-level processing to fabricate the DOEs and/or ROEs on one or two sides of the wafer, resulting in high-precision, high-efficiency, cost effective products. The products are manufactured in DOC’s state-of-the-art ISO-registered facility.

Camera Modules:

DOC produces camera modules at its camera module assembly facility located in Zhuhai, China.

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Results of Operations

Acquisitions

We have grown our business partly through acquisitions. On June 28, 2012, DOC acquired from Flextronics International Ltd. (“Flextronics”) all the outstanding equity interests in DigitalOptics Corporation Technology Zhuhai Co., Ltd. (formerly known as Vista Point Electronic Technologies (Zhuhai) Co. Ltd.), a company organized under the laws of the People’s Republic of China (the “Zhuhai Entity”), and acquired certain other assets from Flextronics related to its camera module business (collectively, the “Zhuhai Transaction”). The costs incurred related to the Zhuhai Transaction during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 have been included in the following discussion. As a result of the Zhuhai Transaction, we anticipate that we will need to make substantial additional capital expenditures and employ additional working capital in order to succeed in our business plans for the DigitalOptics segment. We also anticipate that we will incur greater operating expenses in future periods, due to the manufacturing operations and additional personnel acquired with the Zhuhai Entity.

Revenues

Our revenues are generated from royalty and license fees, past production payments, and product and service revenues. Royalty and license fees include revenues from license fees and royalty payments generated from licensing the right to use our technologies or intellectual property. Licensees generally report shipment information 30 to 60 days after the end of the quarter in which such activity takes place. Since there is no reliable basis on which we can estimate our royalty revenues prior to obtaining these reports from the licensees, we recognize royalty revenue on a one quarter lag. The timing of revenue recognition and the amount of revenue actually recognized for each type of revenues depends upon a variety of factors, including the specific terms of each arrangement, our ability to derive fair value of the element and the nature of our deliverables and obligations. In addition, our royalty revenues will fluctuate based on a number of factors such as: (a) the timing of receipt of royalty reports; (b) the rate of adoption and incorporation of our technology by licensees; (c) the demand for products incorporating semiconductors that use our licensed technology; (d) the cyclicality of supply and demand for products using our licensed technology; and (e) the impact of economic downturns.

From time to time we enter into license agreements that have fixed expiration dates. Upon expiration of such agreements, we need to renew or replace these agreements in order to maintain our revenue base. We may not be able to continue licensing customers on terms favorable to us, under the existing terms or at all, which would harm our results of operations. For example, our license agreement with Micron Technology, Inc. expired in May 2012. Micron Technology, Inc. accounted for 10% or more of total revenues for the year ended December 31, 2011 and has since entered into a definitive sponsor agreement to acquire and support Elpida Memory, Inc., a leading dynamic random access memory (“DRAM”) manufacturer, which is expected to close in the first half of 2013 subject to numerous closing conditions and approvals. While our revenues for the third quarter of 2012 include a payment from Micron Technology, Inc. for the stub period prior to the expiration of the license agreement, if we fail to replace the expired Micron Technology, Inc. license agreement, it will have a negative impact on our revenue and our results of operations.

Tessera, Inc. is in litigation with Powertech Technology Inc. (“PTI”), a customer representing 10% or more of our revenue in 2011, as described in Part II, Item 1 — Legal Proceedings . In June 2012, PTI notified Tessera, Inc. of its purported termination of its license agreement with Tessera, Inc. and that PTI will make a final payment under the license agreement in July 2012. If we are not able to replace the revenue from PTI or if we receive an adverse determination in the litigation with PTI, it could have a substantial adverse impact on our royalty revenue in the near term.

In the past, we or our subsidiaries have engaged in litigation and arbitration proceedings to directly or indirectly enforce our intellectual property rights and the terms of our license agreements, including proceedings to ensure proper and full payment of royalties by our current licensees and by third parties whose products incorporate our intellectual property rights. We believe that similar future proceedings may result in fluctuations in our revenue and expenses.

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The following table sets forth our operating results for the periods indicated as a percentage of revenues:

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30,			September 30,			September 30,			September 30,
	2012			2011			2012			2011
Revenues:
Royalty and license fees		83	%		93	%		89	%		93	%
Past production payments (1)		—			—			—			—
Product and service revenues		17			7			11			7
Total revenues		100			100			100			100
Operating expenses:
Cost of revenues		23			9			16			8
Research, development and other related costs		34			32			40			28
Selling, general and administrative		33			34			40			32
Litigation expense		13			15			11			11
Restructuring charges		—			5			—			3
Impairment of goodwill		—			84			—			25
Total operating expenses		103			179			107			107
Operating loss		(3)			(79)			(7)			(7)
Other income and expense, net		5			1			3			1
Income (loss) before taxes		2			(78	)		(4	)		(6	)
Provision for (benefit from) income taxes		3			(3	)		1			5
Net loss		(2	)%		(75	)%		(5	)%		(11	)%

(1) Past production payments consist of royalty payments for the use of our technology or intellectual property in the past by new licensees that make such payments as part of a settlement of a patent infringement dispute.

The following table sets forth our revenues by type (in thousands, except for percentages):

	Three Months Ended
	September 30,				September 30,				Increase			%
	2012				2011				(Decrease)			Change
Royalty and license fees	$	60,114	83	%	$	55,271	93	%	$	4,843			9	%
Past production payments		79	—			—	—			79			n/a
Product and service revenues		12,497	17			4,071	7			8,426			207
Total revenues	$	72,690	100	%	$	59,342	100	%	$	13,348			22	%
	Nine Months Ended
	September 30,				September 30,				Increase			%
	2012				2011				(Decrease)			Change
Royalty and license fees	$	161,563	89	%	$	182,931	93	%	$	(21,368	)		(12	)%
Past production payments		79	—			—	—			79			n/a
Product and service revenues		19,145	11			14,914	7			4,231			28
Total revenues	$	180,787	100	%	$	197,845	100	%	$	(17,058	)		(9	)%

Total revenue for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 was $72.7 million and $180.8 million, respectively, compared to $59.3 million and $197.8 million for the same periods in the prior year. See “Segment Operating Results” below for an explanation of the changes in revenue as compared between the reporting periods.

Cost of Revenues

Cost of revenues primarily consists of materials and supplies, direct compensation, amortization of intangible assets related to acquired technologies, and depreciation expense. Amortization of certain acquired intangible assets and depreciation expense of property and equipment are generally classified as a component of cost of revenues from research, development and other related costs when an in-process development project reaches commercialization. Excluding amortization of acquired intangible assets, cost of revenues relates primarily to product and service revenues. For each associated period, cost of revenues as a percentage of total revenues varies based on the rate of adoption of our technologies, the product and service revenues component of total revenues, the mix of product sales to semiconductor, optics and

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communications industries and the timing of property and equipment being placed in service. We anticipate our cost of revenues will increase as our product mix includes more products and services while we grow our DigitalOptics business through the manufacturing operations we acquired in June 2012 through the Zhuhai Transaction.

Cost of revenues for the three months ended September 30, 2012 was $16.7 million, as compared to $5.6 million for the three months ended September 30, 2011, an increase of $11.1 million, or 199%. Cost of revenues for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 was $28.1 million, as compared to $16.5 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2011, an increase of $11.6 million, or 71%. The increases as compared to the same periods in 2011 resulted from increases in equipment, materials and supplies, depreciation and amortization of acquired intangible assets, and personnel related expenses, of which relate primarily to the increased product revenues driven by the operations acquired in the Zhuhai Transaction.

Research, Development and Other Related Costs

Research, development and other related costs consist primarily of compensation and related costs for personnel, as well as costs related to patent applications and examinations, amortization of intangible assets, materials, supplies and equipment depreciation. Research and development is conducted primarily in-house and targets development of chip-scale, circuitry design, 3D architecture, wafer-level packaging technology, high-density substrate, thermal management technology, image sensor packaging, image enhancement technology, including MEMS-based products, and micro-optic lens solutions such as diffractive and refractive optical elements to integrated micro-optical subassemblies. All research, development and other related costs are expensed as incurred.

Research, development and other related costs for the three months ended September 30, 2012 were $24.6 million, as compared to $18.7 million for the three months ended September 30, 2011, an increase of $5.9 million, or 32%. The increase was primarily due to increases in personnel related expenses of $2.2 million, in material costs of $2.0 million, in consulting fees of $0.4 million and in amortization of intangible assets of $0.5 million, offset by a decrease in stock-based compensation expense of $0.4 million. Research, development and other related costs for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 were $72.9 million, as compared to $56.1 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2011, an increase of $16.8 million, or 30%. The increase was primarily due to increases in personnel related expenses of $5.0 million, in material costs of $4.8 million, in consulting fees of $2.5 million and in amortization of intangible assets of $1.7 million, offset by a decrease in stock-based compensation expense of $1.6 million.

We believe that a significant level of research and development expenses will be required for us to remain competitive in the future.

Selling, General and Administrative

Selling expenses consist primarily of compensation and related costs for sales and marketing personnel, reverse engineering personnel and services, marketing programs, public relations, promotional materials, travel, trade show expenses, and stock-based compensation expense. General and administrative expenses consist primarily of compensation and related costs for general management, information technology, finance and accounting personnel, legal fees and expenses, facilities costs, stock-based compensation expense, and professional services. Our general and administrative expenses, other than facilities related expenses, are not allocated to other expense line items.

Selling, general and administrative (“SG&A”) expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2012 were $24.0 million, as compared to $20.4 million for the three months ended September 30, 2011, an increase of $3.6 million, or 18%. The increase was primarily attributable to increases in outside services and legal fees of $1.6 million, in amortization of intangible assets of $1.3 million, in personnel related expenses of $0.7 million and in facility and insurance expense of $0.3 million, offset by a decrease in stock-based compensation expense of $1.1 million. SG&A expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 were $73.1 million, as compared to $62.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2011, an increase of $10.4 million, or 17%. The increase was primarily attributable to increases in outside service and legal fees of $7.8 million which were related to our acquisition activities, in amortization of intangible assets of $3.9 million and in personnel related expenses of $2.1 million, offset by a decrease in stock-based compensation expense of $5.6 million.

Litigation Expense

Litigation expense for the three months ended September 30, 2012 was $9.7 million, as compared to $9.1 million for the three months ended September 30, 2011, an increase of $0.6 million, or 7%. Litigation expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 was $19.9 million, as compared to $22.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2011, a decrease of $2.4 million, or 11%. The decrease in the year to date costs was primarily attributable to the decrease in case activities in our docket of legal proceedings. The case management orders in a number of proceedings have delayed the timing of costs that will be incurred in those proceedings until the end of 2012, 2013 and 2014.

We expect that litigation expense will continue to be a material portion of our operating expenses in future periods, and may fluctuate significantly in some periods, because of our ongoing litigation, as described in Part II, Item 1 — Legal Proceedings, and because of litigation initiated from time to time in the future in order to enforce and protect our intellectual property and contract rights.

Upon expiration of the current terms of our customers’ licenses, if those licenses are not renewed, litigation may become a necessary element of a campaign to secure payment of reasonable royalties for the use of our patented technology. If we initiate such litigation, our future litigation expenses would significantly increase.

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Impairment of Goodwill

In 2011, we recorded an impairment charge of goodwill of $49.7 million due primarily to the low market price of our common stock, which resulted in our market capitalization being significantly lower than the book value of equity for an extended period of time. Refer to Note 8 — “Goodwill and Identified Intangible Assets” of the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional details.

Stock-based Compensation Expense

The following table sets forth our stock-based compensation expense for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 (in thousands):

	Three Months Ended				Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011		September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011
Cost of revenues	$	106	$	67	$	504	$	339
Research, development and other related costs		1,326		1,694		4,990		6,548
Selling, general and administrative		2,548		3,598		7,755		13,363
Total stock-based compensation expense	$	3,980	$	5,359	$	13,249	$	20,250

Stock-based compensation expense categorized by various equity components for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 is summarized in the table below (in thousands):

	Three Months Ended				Nine Months Ended
	September 30,		September 30,		September 30,		September 30,
	2012		2011		2012		2011
Employee stock options	$	2,341	$	3,375	$	8,251	$	12,547
Restricted stock awards and units		1,154		1,494		3,557		6,124
Employee stock purchase plan		485		490		1,441		1,579
Total stock-based compensation expense	$	3,980	$	5,359	$	13,249	$	20,250

Stock-based compensation awards included employee stock options, restricted stock awards and units and employee stock purchases. Stock-based compensation expense for the three months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 was $4.0 million and $5.4 million, respectively. Stock-based compensation expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 was $13.2 million and $20.3 million, respectively. The overall decrease from the three and nine months ended September 30, 2011 was primarily related to decreases resulting from fully amortized expense as shares become vested, forfeitures of restricted stock awards and units, and lower expenses related to modification of stock awards. Future stock-based compensation expense will vary due to volatility in our stock price, number and type of stock awards granted and timing of modifications to stock awards, if any.

Other Income and Expense, Net

Other income and expense, net for the three months ended September 30, 2012 was $3.7 million, as compared to $0.7 million, for the three months ended September 30, 2011. Other income and expense, net for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 was $5.4 million, as compared to $2.0 million, for the nine months ended September 30, 2011. The increases were mainly due to the portion of the payment from Amkor related to the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce interim award in favor of Tessera, Inc. that was recorded as interest income.

Provision for (benefit from) Income Taxes

The provision for income taxes in the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 of $2.5 million and $1.8 million, respectively, was largely comprised of domestic income tax and foreign income tax and withholding taxes. The benefit from income taxes for the three months ended September 30, 2011 was $1.6 million and the provision for income taxes for the nine months ended September 30, 2011 was $9.7 million, which were comprised of domestic income tax and foreign income and withholding taxes as offset by a tax benefit for the impairment of tax-deductible goodwill. The increase in the income tax provision for the three months ended September 30, 2012 as compared to the same period in the prior year is largely attributable income generated during the current period as compared to the loss generated in the third quarter last year. The decrease in the income tax provision for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 as compared to the same period in the prior year is attributable to the greater loss incurred in the current year as compared to the prior year’s income before considering the nontax-deductible goodwill impairment for which we do not receive a tax benefit.

Segment Operating Results

We have two reportable segments: Intellectual Property and DigitalOptics. In addition to these reportable segments, the Corporate Overhead category includes certain operating amounts that are not allocated to the reportable segments because these operating amounts are not considered in evaluating the operating performance of our business segments.

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The costs incurred related to the Zhuhai Transaction and the related ongoing operations during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 have been included in the results for the DigitalOptics segment, as the acquired business and assets have been included in that segment.

Our reportable segments were determined based upon the manner in which our management views and evaluates our operations. Segment information below and in Note 14 — “Segment and Geographic Information ” of the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements is presented in accordance with the authoritative guidance on segment reporting.

The following table sets forth our segments’ revenues, operating expenses and operating loss for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 (in thousands):

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30,			September 30,			September 30,			September 30,
	2012			2011			2012			2011
Revenues:
Intellectual Property Segment:
Royalty and license fees	$	57,721		$	50,312		$	149,723		$	164,414
Past production payments		79			—			79			—
Product and service revenues		66			—			66			—
Total Intellectual Property revenues		57,866			50,312			149,868			164,414
DigitalOptics Segment:
Royalty and license fees		2,393			4,959			11,840			18,517
Product and service revenues		12,431			4,071			19,079			14,914
Total DigitalOptics revenues		14,824			9,030			30,919			33,431
Total revenues		72,690			59,342			180,787			197,845
Operating expenses:
Intellectual Property Segment		25,533			23,736			68,858			59,269
DigitalOptics Segment		38,154			71,803			89,428			116,910
Corporate Overhead		11,375			10,827			35,712			35,960
Total operating expenses		75,062			106,366			193,998			212,139
Operating income (loss):
Intellectual Property Segment		32,333			26,576			81,010			105,145
DigitalOptics Segment		(23,330	)		(62,773	)		(58,509	)		(83,479	)
Corporate Overhead		(11,375	)		(10,827	)		(35,712	)		(35,960	)
Total operating loss	$	(2,372	)	$	(47,024	)	$	(13,211	)	$	(14,294	)

Revenues and operating income amounts in this section have been presented on a basis consistent with U.S. GAAP applied at the segment level. Corporate Overhead expenses which have been excluded are primarily support services, human resources, legal, finance, IT, corporate development, procurement activities, and insurance expenses. For the three months ended September 30, 2012, Corporate Overhead expenses were $11.4 million as compared to $10.8 million for the three months ended September 30, 2011. The increase of $0.6 million was mainly attributable to increases in consulting expense of $0.6 million, in depreciation expense of $0.2 million, in facilities and insurance expense of $0.2 million, and in personnel costs of $0.2 million. These increases were partially offset by a decrease of $0.7 million in stock-based compensation expense.

For the nine months ended September 30, 2012, Corporate Overhead expenses were $35.7 million as compared to $36.0 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2011. The decrease of $0.3 million was mainly attributable to a decrease of $4.9 million in stock based compensation partially offset by increases in consulting expense of $3.7 million, in depreciation of $0.2 million, and in facilities and insurance of $0.5 million.

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Intellectual Property Segment

	Three Months Ended										Nine Months Ended
	September 30,		September 30,		Increase			%			September 30,		September 30,		Increase			%
	2012		2011		(Decrease)			Change			2012		2011		(Decrease)			Change
Revenues:
Intellectual Property:
Royalty and license fees	$	57,721	$	50,312	$	7,409			15	%	$	149,723	$	164,414	$	(14,691	)		(9	)%
Past production payments		79		—		79			n/a			79		—		79			n/a
Product and service revenues		66		—		66			n/a			66		—		66			n/a
Total Intellectual Property revenues		57,866		50,312		7,554			15			149,868		164,414		(14,546	)		(9	)
Operating expenses:
Cost of revenues		193		195		(2	)		(1	)		696		602		94			16
Research, development and other related costs		7,283		7,018		265			4			24,977		21,166		3,811			18
Selling, general and administrative		8,377		4,542		3,835			84			23,044		12,146		10,898			90
Litigation expense		9,680		9,043		637			7			20,141		22,242		(2,101	)		(9	)
Restructuring charges		—		2,938		(2,938	)		n/a			—		3,113		(3,113	)		n/a
Total operating expenses		25,533		23,736		1,797			8			68,858		59,269		9,589			16
Total operating income	$	32,333	$	26,576	$	5,757			22	%	$	81,010	$	105,145	$	(24,135	)		(23	)%

Intellectual Property revenues consist primarily of royalties received from our licensees. For the three months ended September 30, 2012, Intellectual Property revenues were $57.9 million as compared to $50.3 million for the three months ended September 30, 2011, an increase of $7.6 million, or 15%. The overall increase in revenues in the three months ended September 30, 2012 as compared to the same period in 2011 was primarily due to $19.9 million payment from Amkor ($16.7 million of the payment was recorded as royalties and the balance as interest income) related to the interim award by the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce , partially offset by PTI’s declining payments, the expiration of Micron’s license and lower unit volumes reported by other customers.

For the nine months ended September 30, 2012, Intellectual Property revenue was $149.9 million, compared to $164.4 million in the first nine months of the prior year, which included a nonrecurring $1.0 million license fee. The overall decrease of $14.5 million or 9%, in revenues in the nine months ended September 30, 2012 as compared to the same period in 2011 was primarily due to PTI’s declining payments, the expiration of Micron’s license and lower unit volumes reported by other customers, partially offset by the $19.9 million payment from Amkor ($16.7 million of the payment was recorded as royalties and the balance as interest income) related to the interim award by the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce and by license and royalty payments of approximately $9.4 million related to audits.

Operating expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2012 were $25.5 million and consisted primarily of research, development and other related costs of $7.3 million, SG&A expenses of $8.4 million and litigation expense of $9.7 million. The increase of $1.8 million, or 8%, in total operating expense as compared to $23.7 million for the three months ended September 30, 2011, was primarily attributable to increases in amortization of intangible assets of $2.1 million, in consulting fees of $1.0 million, and in litigation expense of $0.6 million. These increases were partially offset by the restructuring charges that occurred in the third quarter of 2011.

Operating expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 were $68.9 million and consisted primarily of research, development and other related costs of $25.0 million, SG&A expenses of $23.0 million and litigation expense of $20.1 million. The increase of $9.6 million, or 16%, in total operating expense as compared to $59.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2011, was primarily attributable to increases in amortization of intangible assets of $6.7 million, in consulting fees of $4.7 million, and in patent prosecution, application and examination expenses of $2.2 million, offset by a decrease in litigation expense of $2.1 million and by the restructuring charges that occurred in the nine months ended September 30, 2011.

We expect that litigation expense will continue to be a material portion of our operating expenses in future periods, and may fluctuate significantly in some periods, because of our ongoing litigation, as described in Part II, Item 1 — Legal Proceedings, and because of litigation initiated from time to time in the future in order to enforce and protect our intellectual property and contract rights.

Operating income for the three months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 was $32.3 million and $26.6 million, respectively, which represented an increase of $5.8 million, or 22%, for the reasons stated above. Operating income for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 was $81.0 million and $105.1 million, respectively, which represented a decrease of $24.1 million, or 23%, for the reasons stated above.

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DigitalOptics Segment

	Three Months Ended												Nine Months Ended
	September 30,			September 30,			Increase			%			September 30,			September 30,			Increase			%
	2012			2011			(Decrease)			Change			2012			2011			(Decrease)			Change
Revenues:
DigitalOptics
Royalty and license fees	$	2,393		$	4,959		$	(2,566	)		(52	)%	$	11,840		$	18,517		$	(6,677	)		(36	)%
Product and service revenues		12,431			4,071			8,360			205			19,079			14,914			4,165			28
Total DigitalOptics revenues		14,824			9,030			5,794			64			30,919			33,431			(2,512	)		(8	)
Operating expenses:
Cost of revenues		16,555			5,399			11,156			207			27,409			15,865			11,544			73
Research, development and other related costs		17,332			11,672			5,660			48			47,953			34,922			13,031			37
Selling, general and administrative		4,267			5,079			(812	)		(16	)		14,066			14,586			(520	)		(4	)
Restructuring charges		—			—			—			—			—			1,884			(1,884	)		n/a
Impairment of goodwill		—			49,653			(49,653	)		n/a			—			49,653			(49,653	)		n/a
Total operating expenses		38,154			71,803			(33,649	)		(47	)		89,428			116,910			(27,482	)		(24	)
Total operating loss	$	(23,330	)	$	(62,773	)	$	39,443			(63	)%	$	(58,509	)	$	(83,479	)	$	24,970			(30	)%

DigitalOptics revenues for the three months ended September 30, 2012 were $14.8 million as compared to $9.0 million for the three months ended September 30, 2011, an increase of $5.8 million or 64%. The increase in DigitalOptics revenues in the three months ended September 30, 2012 as compared to the same period in 2011 was due primarily to $9.6 million in revenues related to operations acquired in the Zhuhai Transaction. This increase was partially offset from $3.6 million in lower revenues primarily related to royalties and licenses of our image enhancement technologies and weaker demand for our Micro-Optics products.

DigitalOptics revenue for the for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 was $30.9 million, compared to $33.4 million in the first nine months of the prior year, a decrease of $2.5 million or 8%. The decrease was due to weaker demand for our Micro-Optics products of $5.5 million and lower royalty and license fees revenues from our image enhancement technologies of $6.7 million, partially offset by the $9.6 million in revenues related to operations acquired in the Zhuhai Transaction.

On June 28, 2012, DOC completed the Zhuhai Transaction for consideration of $28.9 million net of cash acquired. We intend to use the acquired assets to help build the DigitalOptics segment into a supplier of camera modules in the mobile phone market. In addition, we are in the process of investing in lens design and manufacturing capability. As a result, we anticipate that we will incur greater operating expenses in future periods.

In January 2011, we announced a reorganization of our DigitalOptics segment to focus on key growth opportunities including EDoF, Zoom and MEMS-based auto-focus. We also announced a reduction of DigitalOptics employees by up to 15% of our worldwide employee base along with certain headquarters support functions. Restructuring and other charges primarily consisted of severance and costs related to the continuation of certain employee benefits that are not expected to be recurring.

Operating expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2012 were $38.2 million, and consisted of cost of revenues of $16.6 million, research, development and other related costs of $17.3 million and SG&A expenses of $4.3 million. The decrease of $33.6 million, or 47%, in total operating expenses as compared to $71.8 million for the three months ended September 30, 2011, was primarily due to the one-time charge of $49.7 million related to the impairment of goodwill in the third quarter of 2011, partially offset by an increase of $9.4 million in operating equipment and materials primarily related to $9.6 million of additional product revenues generated by the manufacturing operation acquired in the Zhuhai Transaction, and increases in personnel related expenses of $4.0 million and in depreciation expense of $1.9 million.

Operating expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 were $89.4 million, and consisted of cost of revenues of $27.4 million, research, development and other related costs of $48.0 million and SG&A expenses of $14.1 million. The decrease of $27.5 million, or 24%, in total operating expenses as compared to $116.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2011, was primarily due to the one-time charge of $49.7 million related to the impairment of goodwill and restructuring charges of $1.9 million which both occurred in the third quarter of 2011, partially offset by an increase of $11.8 million in operating equipment and materials primarily related to $9.6 million of additional product revenues generated by the manufacturing operation acquired in the Zhuhai Transaction, and increases in personnel related expenses of $6.1 million and in depreciation expense of $2.6 million.

Operating loss for the three months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 was $23.3 million and $62.8 million, respectively, which represented a decreased loss of $39.5 million, or 63%, for the reasons stated above.

Operating loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 was $58.5 million and $83.5 million, respectively, which represented a decreased loss of $25.0 million, or 30%, for the reasons stated above.

We have incurred significant operating losses from the DigitalOptics segment. If the anticipated future results of the DigitalOptics segment do not materialize as expected, then the related intangible assets could be subject to an impairment charge in the future.

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Liquidity and Capital Resources

	As of			As of
	September 30,			December 31,
(in thousands, except for percentages)	2012			2011
Cash and cash equivalents	$	124,954		$	55,758
Short-term investments		340,952			436,687
Total cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments	$	465,906		$	492,445
Percentage of total assets		65	%		69	%
	Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011
Net cash provided by operating activities	$	23,452		$	63,384
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities	$	50,649		$	(48,608	)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	$	(4,905	)	$	7,354

Cash generated from operations is our primary source of liquidity and capital resources. Our investment portfolio is also available for future cash requirements. Cash, cash equivalents and investments were $465.9 million at September 30, 2012, a decrease of $26.5 million from $492.4 million at December 31, 2011. Cash and cash equivalents were $125.0 million at September 30, 2012, an increase of $69.2 million from $55.8 million at December 31, 2011. The increase in cash and cash equivalents was primarily the result of $23.5 million in cash provided by operating activities and $50.6 million in cash provided by investing activities, offset by $4.9 million net cash used in financing activities.

Cash flows provided by operations were $23.5 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2012, primarily due to our net loss of $9.6 million being adjusted for non-cash items of depreciation and amortization of $29.1 million and of stock-based compensation expense of $13.2 million offset by a net decrease in cash from the changes in operating assets and liabilities of $10.2 million.

Cash flows provided by operations were $63.4 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2011, primarily due to net loss of $21.9 million, adjusted for non-cash items of goodwill impairment of $49.7 million, of depreciation and amortization of $20.0 million and, of stock-based compensation expense of $20.3 million, offset by a net decrease in cash from the changes in operating assets and liabilities of $3.0 million.

Net cash provided by investing activities was $50.6 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2012, primarily related to the maturities and sales of short-term investments of $297.3 million, offset by purchases of available-for-sale securities of $202.4 million, cash used of $27.2 million in our acquisition of the Zhuhai Entity and related assets from Flextronics, purchases of intangible assets of $4.4 million, and purchases of property and equipment of $12.8 million. We anticipate significant additional investment in property and equipment as we continue to build our new manufacturing facility in Taiwan.

Net cash used in investing activities was $48.6 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2011, primarily related to purchases of short-term investments of $269.2 million, purchases of intangible assets of $8.5 million, and purchases of property and equipment of $3.5 million, offset by proceeds from maturities and sales of investments of $230.4 million and proceeds from the sale of assets of $2.2 million.

The primary objectives of our investment activities are to preserve principal and to maintain liquidity while at the same time capturing a market rate of return. To achieve these objectives, we maintain a diversified portfolio of debt securities including municipal bonds and notes, corporate bonds and notes, commercial paper, treasury and agency notes and bills, certificates of deposit and money market funds. We invest excess cash predominantly in high-quality investment grade debt securities with less than two years to maturity. Our marketable securities are classified as available-for-sale and are reported at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses, net of tax, recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income. The fair values for our securities are determined based on quoted market prices as of the valuation date and observable prices for similar assets.

We evaluate our investments periodically for possible other-than-temporary impairment and review factors such as the length of time and extent to which fair value has been below cost basis, the financial condition of the issuer, our intent to hold and whether we will not be required to sell the security before its anticipated recovery, on a more likely than not basis. If declines in the fair value of the investments are determined to be other-than-temporary, we report the credit loss portion of such decline in other income and expense, net, and the remaining noncredit loss portion in accumulated other comprehensive income. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, no impairment charges were recorded.

In August 2007, our Board of Directors authorized a plan to repurchase up to a maximum total of $100.0 million of our outstanding shares of common stock dependent on market conditions, share price and other factors. No expiration has been specified for this plan. Repurchases may take place in the open market or through private transactions. As of September 30, 2012, we have repurchased approximately 645,000 shares of common stock at a total cost of $10.5 million under this plan at an average price of $16.26. As of September 30, 2012, the total amount available for repurchase was $89.5 million. We may continue to execute authorized repurchases from time to time under the plan.

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Net cash used in financing activities was $4.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 due to a dividend payment of $10.4 million, offset by the issuance of common stock under our employee stock option programs and employee stock purchase plans.

Net cash from financing activities was $7.4 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2011 due to the issuance of common stock under our employee stock option programs and employee stock purchase plans.

We believe that based on current levels of operations and anticipated growth, our cash from operations, together with cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments currently available, will be sufficient to fund our operations, anticipated DOC growth and acquisition funding needs for at least the next twelve months. Poor financial results, unanticipated expenses, unanticipated acquisitions of technologies or businesses or unanticipated strategic investments could give rise to additional financing requirements sooner than we expect. There can be no assurance that equity or debt financing will be available when needed or, if available, that such financing will be on terms satisfactory to us and not dilutive to our then-current stockholders.

Contractual Cash Obligations

	Payments Due by Period
			Less than		1-3		4-5
	Total		1 Year		Years		Years		Thereafter
	(In thousands)
Operating lease obligations	$	15,608	$	958	$	11,528	$	2,882	$	240
Purchase obligations		7,692		6,665		1,027		—		—
Total	$	23,300	$	7,623	$	12,555	$	2,882	$	240

The amounts reflected in the table above for obligations represent aggregate future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable facility and equipment operating leases. In addition, we have agreements containing non-cancelable, nonrefundable payments terms with third parties to purchase services. For our facilities leases, rent expense charged to operations differs from rent paid because of scheduled rent increases. Rent expense is calculated by amortizing total rental payments on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

We have recognized approximately $4.3 million in the liability for unrecognized tax benefits, including accrued interest and penalties. It is reasonably possible that unrecognized tax benefits will decrease by a range of $0.1 million to $0.2 million during 2012 due to a lapse in a foreign statute of limitations relating to various tax incentives. At this time, we are unable to reasonably estimate the timing of the long-term payments or the amount by which the liability will increase or decrease over time. As a result, this amount is not included in the table above.

Refer to Note 13 — Commitments and Contingencies of the Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional detail.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements and Related Party Transactions

As of September 30, 2012, we did not have any off-balance sheet arrangements as defined in item 303(a)(4)(ii) of Regulation S-K.

Since 2008, Tessera, Inc. has engaged 3LP Advisors LLC (“3LP”) to assist with the identification and acquisition of patents. In 2011 and 2012, 3LP expanded its advisory services by providing strategic advice to Invensas Corporation and Tessera Intellectual Property Corp. as well. A managing partner of 3LP, Mr. Kevin G. Rivette, is a member of our Board of Directors and has a non-majority ownership interest in 3LP. For the three months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, we recognized operating expense of $0.4 million and $0.5 million, respectively, related to these engagements. For both of the nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, we recognized operating expense of $2.1 million related to these engagements. At September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the accounts payable balance due to 3LP was $0.2 million and $2.0 million, respectively.

Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates

During the nine months ended September 30, 2012 there were no significant changes in our critical accounting policies. See Note 2 — “Summary of Significant Accounting Policies” of the Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional detail. For a discussion of our critical accounting policies and estimates, see Part II, Item 7 — Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in our 2011 Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed on February 17, 2012.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

See Note 3 — “Recent Accounting Pronouncements” of the Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for a full description of recent accounting pronouncements including the respective expected dates of adoption.

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Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

For a discussion of the Company’s market risk, see Item 7A — Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk in our 2011 Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed on February 17, 2012.

Item 4. Controls and Procedures

Attached as exhibits to this Form 10-Q are certifications of the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, which are required in accordance with Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). This “Controls and Procedures” section includes information concerning the controls and controls evaluation referred to in the certifications and it should be read in conjunction with the certifications for a more complete understanding of the topics presented.

Evaluation of Controls and Procedures. We maintain disclosure controls and procedures that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in our reports filed pursuant to the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow for timely decisions regarding required disclosure. In designing and evaluating the disclosure controls and procedures, management recognizes that any controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired control objectives, and management is required to apply its judgment in evaluating the cost-benefit relationship of possible controls and procedures.

Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, we conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures, as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Exchange Act as of the end of the period covered by this report (the evaluation date). Based on this evaluation, our principal executive officer and principal financial officer concluded as of the evaluation date that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective to provide reasonable assurance that the information relating to the Company, including our consolidated subsidiaries, required to be disclosed in our SEC reports (i) is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in SEC rules and forms, and (ii) is accumulated and communicated to the Company’s management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

Change in Internal Control over Financial Reporting. There have been no changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting, as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f), during the Company’s most recent fiscal quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.

PART II—OTHER INFORMATION

Item 1. Legal Proceedings

Other than to the extent the proceedings described below have concluded, we cannot predict the outcome of any of the proceedings described below. An adverse decision in any of these proceedings could significantly harm our business and our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows. The disclosure in this Item 1 updates the disclosure contained in Part II, Item 1 of our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2012, filed on August 3, 2012.

Tessera, Inc. v. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. et al., Civil Action No. 4:05-cv-04063-CW (N.D. Cal.)

On October 7, 2005, Tessera, Inc. filed a complaint for patent infringement against Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (“AMD”) and Spansion LLC in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California, alleging infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 5,679,977, 5,852,326, 6,433,419 and 6,465,893 arising from AMD’s and Spansion LLC’s respective manufacture, use, sale, offer to sell and/or importation of packaged semiconductor components and assemblies thereof. Tessera, Inc. seeks to recover damages, up to treble the amount of actual damages, together with attorney’s fees, interest and costs. Tessera, Inc. also seeks other relief, including enjoining AMD and Spansion LLC from continuing to infringe these patents.

On December 16, 2005, Tessera, Inc. added Spansion Inc. and Spansion Technology, Inc. to the lawsuit.

On January 31, 2006, Tessera, Inc. added claims for breach of contract and/or patent infringement against new defendants, including Advanced Semiconductor Engineering, Inc., ASE (U.S.) Inc., ChipMOS Technologies, Inc., ChipMOS U.S.A., Inc., Siliconware Precision Industries Co. Ltd and Siliconware USA Inc. (collectively “SPIL”), STMicroelectronics N.V., STMicroelectronics, Inc., STATS ChipPAC Ltd., STATS ChipPAC, Inc. and STATS ChipPAC Ltd. (BVI). The defendants in this action have asserted affirmative defenses to Tessera, Inc.’s claims, and some of them have brought related counterclaims alleging that the Tessera, Inc. patents at issue are invalid, unenforceable and not infringed, and/or that Tessera, Inc. is not the owner of the patents.

These actions were stayed pending completion of Investigation No. 337-TA-605, including appeals, before the International Trade Commission (“ITC”). That stay was lifted on January 4, 2012.

On January 4, 2012 the court set a fact discovery cut-off date of January 18, 2013, a hearing on claim construction and certain dispositive motions on December 5, 2013, and a trial date of April 7, 2014. In July 2012, in connection with the filing of back-royalty reports and the payment of back royalties, Tessera, Inc. by stipulation dismissed its cause of action for breach of contract by ChipMOS Technologies, Inc. and

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ChipMOS U.S.A. and its cause of action for breach of contract by the SPIL entities. On October 2, 2012, the Court granted the stipulated dismissal with prejudice of Tessera, Inc.’s breach of contract claim against STATS ChipPAC Ltd., STATS ChipPAC (BVI) Ltd., and STATS ChipPAC, Inc.

Tessera Technologies, Inc. v. Hynix Semiconductor Inc. et. al, Case No. 1-06-CV-076688 (Cal. Super. Ct.)

On December 18, 2006, Tessera Technologies, Inc. filed a complaint against Hynix Semiconductor Inc. and Hynix Semiconductor America, Inc. (collectively, “Hynix”) in the Superior Court of the State of California, for the County of Santa Clara, alleging violations of California antitrust law and California common law based on Hynix’s alleged anticompetitive actions in markets related to synchronous DRAM. Tessera Technologies, Inc. also seeks other relief, including enjoining Hynix from continuing their alleged anticompetitive actions. On June 1, 2007, the Superior Court overruled Hynix’s demurrer to Tessera Technologies, Inc.’s Cartwright Act claims against Hynix, thus allowing the claims to proceed. On September 14, 2007, the court overruled another Hynix demurrer to Tessera Technologies, Inc.’s claim for interference with contract and business relations, allowing those claims to proceed as well.

In December 2009, the case was formally coordinated with the Rambus v. Micron lawsuit pending in the San Francisco County Superior Court (Case No. 04-0431105).

On August 17, 2010, the court denied Hynix’s motion for summary adjudication for alleged lack of standing and Hynix’s motion for summary adjudication regarding Tessera Technologies, Inc.’s claims for damages. The court granted Hynix’s motion to dismiss Tessera Technologies, Inc.’s intentional interference claim. At present, no trial date has been set.

Tessera, Inc. v. Motorola, Inc., et. al, Civil Action No. 4:12-cv-00692-CW (N.D. Cal.)

On April 17, 2007, Tessera, Inc. filed a complaint against Motorola, Inc., Qualcomm, Inc., Freescale Semiconductor, Inc., and ATI Technologies ULC in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, alleging infringement of Tessera, Inc.’s U.S. Patent Nos. 5,852,326 and 6,433,419, arising from, among other things, the defendants’ respective manufacture, use, sale, offer to sell and/or importation of certain packaged semiconductor components and assemblies thereof. Tessera, Inc. seeks to recover damages, up to treble the amount of actual damages, together with attorney’s fees, interest and costs. Tessera, Inc. filed an amended complaint on May 22, 2007. The parties agreed that the case would be temporarily stayed pending completion, including appeals, of ITC Investigation No. 337-TA-605 titled In re Certain Semiconductor Chips With Minimized Chip Package Size and Products Containing Same. On or about June 2, 2009, Motorola, Inc. and Tessera, Inc. entered into a settlement and license agreement regarding certain Tessera, Inc. technology, including the patents at issue in this action. Tessera, Inc.’s request to dismiss Motorola, Inc. from the action was granted by the Court on June 8, 2009.

On January 18, 2012, the stay was lifted and the case transferred to the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. On March 1, 2012, the Court ordered the parties to comply with the scheduling order in Tessera, Inc. v. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. et al., Civil Action No. 4: 05-04063-CW (N.D. Cal.).

The defendants answered the amended complaint on March 12, 2012. ATI Technologies ULC and Qualcomm, Inc. also asserted counterclaims alleging that the Tessera, Inc. patents at issue are invalid and not infringed.

Tessera, Inc. v. A-DATA Technology Co., Ltd., et al., Civil Action No. 2:-07-CV-00534-TJW (E.D. Tex.)

On December 7, 2007, Tessera, Inc. filed a complaint against A-Data Technology Co., Ltd., A-Data Technology (U.S.A.) Co., Ltd., Acer, Inc., Acer America Corp., Centon Electronics, Inc., Elpida Memory, Inc., Elpida Memory (USA) Inc., International Products Sourcing Group, Inc (“IPSG”), Kingston Technology Co., Inc., Nanya Technology Corporation, Nanya Technology Corp., U.S.A., Peripheral Devices & Product Systems, Inc. d/b/a Patriot Memory (“PDP”), Powerchip Semiconductor Corp., ProMOS Technologies Inc., Ramaxel Technology Ltd., Smart Modular Technologies, Inc., TwinMOS Technologies, Inc., and TwinMOS Technologies USA Inc. in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, alleging infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 5,679,977, 6,133,627, 5,663,106 and 6,458,681, arising from, among other things, the defendants’ respective manufacture, use, sale, offer to sell and/or importation of certain packaged semiconductor components and assemblies thereof. Tessera, Inc. seeks to recover damages, up to treble the amount of actual damages, together with attorney’s fees, interest and costs.

The defendants have not yet answered Tessera, Inc.’s complaint, but, with the exception of the TwinMOS defendants and Ramaxel, filed motions to stay the case pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1659 pending final resolution in the Matter of Certain Semiconductor Chips with Minimized Chip Package Size and Products Containing Same (III), ITC No. 337-TA-630 (the “‘630 ITC Action”). Tessera, Inc. filed a motion seeking to find TwinMOS Technologies U.S.A. Inc. in default, and the clerk entered the default judgment. On February 25, 2008, the district court granted the defendants’ motion to stay the action.

As noted above, on May 21, 2008, Tessera, Inc. settled its dispute with IPSG, and entered into a settlement and license agreement with IPSG and its parent, Micro Electronics, Inc. IPSG was dismissed from the Texas district court action on June 30, 2008. On August 14, 2008, Tessera, Inc. settled its dispute with PDP, and entered into a settlement and license agreement with PDP. On September 9, 2008, PDP was dismissed from the Texas district court action.

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Siliconware Precision Industries Co., Ltd. and Siliconware U.S.A., Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:08-cv-03667-CW (N.D. Cal.)

On July 31, 2008, SPIL filed a complaint against Tessera, Inc. in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California seeking a declaratory judgment of noninfringement, invalidity, and unenforceability of Tessera, Inc.’s U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106. Tessera, Inc. filed its Answer and Counterclaims on September 5, 2008, asserting infringement of the patent at issue by SPIL. On September 11, 2008, the case was related to Tessera, Inc. v. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. et al., Civil Action No. 05-04063 (N.D. Cal) and assigned to the same judge. On December 19, 2008, the court ordered this action be stayed pending completion of Investigation No. 337-TA-649 before the ITC, which investigation was terminated in July 2009.

The Court held a case management conference on January 4, 2012 and lifted the stay on that date. The Court’s January 4, 2012 Minute Order and Case Management Order, described above in connection with Tessera, Inc. v. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. et al ., Civil Action No. 4:05-cv-04063-CW (N.D. Cal.), applies to this lawsuit as well.

ChipMOS Technologies Inc., ChipMOS U.S.A. Inc. and ChipMOS Technologies (Bermuda) Ltd. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:08-03827-CW (N.D. Cal.)

On August 11, 2008, ChipMOS Technologies Inc., ChipMOS U.S.A. Inc. and ChipMOS Technologies (Bermuda) Ltd. (collectively, “ChipMOS”) filed a complaint against Tessera, Inc. in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California seeking a declaratory judgment of noninfringement and invalidity of Tessera, Inc.’s U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106. On September 11, 2008, the case was related to Tessera, Inc. v. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. et al., Civil Action No. 05-04063 (N.D. Cal) and assigned to the same judge. Tessera, Inc. filed its Answer and Counterclaims on September 12, 2008, asserting infringement of the patent at issue by ChipMOS. On December 19, 2008, the court ordered this action be stayed pending completion of Investigation No. 337-TA-649 before the ITC, which investigation was terminated in July 2009.

The Court held a case management conference on January 4, 2012 and lifted the stay on that date. The Court’s January 4, 2012 Minute Order and Case Management Order, described above in connection with Tessera, Inc. v. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. et al ., Civil Action No. 4:05-cv-04063-CW (N.D. Cal.), applies to this lawsuit as well.

Powertech Technology Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4: 10-00945-CW (N.D. Cal.) and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit Case No. 2010-1489

On March 5, 2010, Powertech Technology Inc. (“PTI”) filed a complaint against Tessera, Inc. in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California seeking a declaratory judgment of noninfringement and invalidity of Tessera, Inc.’s U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106. On March 22, 2010, the case was related to Siliconware Precision Industries, Co., Ltd v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:08-cv-03667-CW (N.D. Cal.), and assigned to the judge presiding over that action.

On April 1, 2010, Tessera, Inc. filed a motion to dismiss the complaint for lack of subject matter jurisdiction. On June 1, 2010, the judge granted Tessera, Inc.’s motion, and dismissed the action.

On June 29, 2010, PTI filed a motion seeking reconsideration of the June 1, 2010 order dismissing the action. On August 3, 2010, PTI’s motion was denied.

On August 6, 2010, PTI filed a notice of appeal with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. On September 30, 2011, the Federal Circuit issued an opinion reversing and remanding the case to the district court, determining that there was declaratory judgment jurisdiction. Tessera, Inc. filed a petition for rehearing on November 14, 2011. The Federal Circuit denied Tessera, Inc.’s petition for rehearing on January 5, 2012. On January 19, 2012, the Federal Circuit issued its judgment and the case was remanded to the district court. On December 15, 2011, the district court case was related to Powertech Technology Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:11-06121-CW (N.D. Cal.), discussed below.

The district court held a Case Management Conference on January 4, 2012. The court issued a Minute Order and Case Management Order dated January 4, 2012, setting, among other things, a fact discovery cut-off date of January 18, 2013, and a trial date of April 7, 2014.

On May 16, 2012, the Court entered an order that denied PTI’s motion to strike as to one of Tessera, Inc.’s affirmative defenses, granted PTI’s motion to strike with leave to amend as to several other affirmative defenses asserted by Tessera, Inc., and granted PTI’s motion to strike as to one of Tessera, Inc.’s affirmative defenses, stating that Tessera, Inc. may move to amend to add that defense if circumstances change. Tessera, Inc. filed an amended answer on May 29, 2012.

On June 29, 2012, PTI sent a letter to Tessera, Inc. purporting to terminate the TCC License Agreement as of June 30, 2012.

On July 30, 2012, Tessera, Inc. provided PTI with a covenant not to sue, or otherwise hold liable, PTI or its customers under certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106 in connection with certain PTI-manufactured products.

On August 9, 2012, Tessera, Inc. moved for summary judgment on the ground that as a matter of law no case or controversy exists sufficient to support PTI’s claims because of the covenant and because the parties’ rights and obligations do not turn on infringement or validity of the Tessera, Inc. patent that forms the basis of PTI’s claims.

On September 18, 2012, the Patent Office issued an ex parte reexamination certificate in which certain original claims were cancelled from U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106, and certain new claims were added.

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On October 1, 2012, Tessera, Inc. provided PTI with a supplemental covenant not to sue, which among other things, extended the covenant to PTI’s subsidiaries and made clear that Tessera, Inc. will not contend that PTI is obligated to pay royalties based on infringement of U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106.

On October 2, 2012, PTI filed a motion for entry of judgment under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 54(b) asking the court to enter judgment that certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106 that were subject to reexamination are invalid.

Powertech Technology Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:11-06121-CW (N.D. Cal.)

On December 6, 2011, PTI filed a complaint against Tessera, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. PTI’s complaint seeks a declaratory judgment that PTI has the right to terminate its license with Tessera, Inc. as of December 6, 2011. The complaint also seeks damages for breach of contract in the amount of all royalties paid to Tessera, Inc. since December 7, 2007, purportedly totaling at least $200 million, in addition to an accounting of PTI’s damages, an accounting of Tessera, Inc.’s revenue from PTI, prejudgment interest, costs and fees, and other relief deemed proper. Tessera, Inc. disagrees with the assertions made by PTI in the complaint regarding breach of contract, and believes the likelihood that Tessera, Inc. will be required to return already-paid royalties is remote.

On December 15, 2011, the case was related to Powertech Technology Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:10-00945-CW (N.D. Cal.), discussed above.

On December 30, 2011, Tessera, Inc. filed a motion to dismiss the complaint for failure to state a claim upon which relief can be granted and a special motion to strike pursuant to California’s anti-SLAPP statute. The Court denied Tessera, Inc.’s motions on May 21, 2012.

The district court held a Case Management Conference on January 4, 2012. The court issued a Minute Order and Case Management Order dated January 4, 2012, setting, among other things, a fact discovery cut-off date of January 18, 2013 and a trial date of April 7, 2014.

On June 3, 2012, PTI filed an amended complaint against Tessera, Inc., adding claims for fraud and deceit, patent misuse, and a declaratory judgment interpreting PTI’s license agreement with Tessera, Inc. In addition to the damages sought by PTI’s original complaint, the amended complaint seeks punitive damages for fraud, termination of the Tessera, Inc. license as of September 24, 2010, recovery of all royalties paid on wBGA products since September 24, 2010, and an order “enjoining Tessera, Inc. and directing that Tessera, Inc. may not proceed against any party,… under any Tessera Patent as defined by Exhibit A to the TCC License with all amendments, supplements, and additions through September 28, 2010 until Tessera has first paid PTI all of the royalties paid on wBGA products by PTI since September 24, 2010, presently estimated to be $40 million.” Tessera, Inc. filed a motion to dismiss PTI’s claim for patent misuse and to strike portions of PTI’s claim for fraud on June 19, 2012. On August 10, 2012, the Court granted in part and denied in part Tessera, Inc.’s motion, specifically dismissing the patent misuse claim and striking the fraud claim, and granted PTI leave to file an amended and supplemental complaint.

On June 29, 2012, PTI sent a letter to Tessera, Inc. purporting to terminate the TCC License Agreement as of June 30, 2012.

On August 24, 2012, PTI filed a third amended complaint. In addition to the claims and recovery alleged in its earlier complaints, the third amended complaint contained an amended fraud claim and an amended patent misuse claim. The new fraud claim sought damages at least in the amount of the royalty payments made to Tessera, Inc. after December 7, 2007, and punitive damages. The new patent misuse claim asked for declarations that Tessera has engaged in patent misuse, that the agreement is unenforceable against PTI until Tessera, Inc. has purged the patent misuse, and that the Tessera, Inc. patents are unenforceable against PTI until Tessera, Inc. has purged the patent misuse. Tessera, Inc. answered that complaint on September 10, 2012. Also on September 10, 2012, Tessera, Inc. filed counterclaims against PTI for breach of contract, breach of the implied covenant, fraud, negligent misrepresentation, declaratory judgment of indemnification, and declaratory judgment regarding PTI’s asserted termination of the agreement.

On July 20, 2012, PTI filed a motion for summary judgment on PTI's first claim for relief in this case. On August 9, 2012, Tessera, Inc. filed an opposition to PTI’s motion and filed its own motion for summary judgment on PTI’s first, second and third claims on the ground, among others that under the unambiguous language of the agreement Tessera, Inc. did not breach the agreement by filing and pursing its claims in the ‘630 ITC Action.

On September 20, 2012, the court heard arguments on PTI’s July 20, 2012 summary judgment motion and Tessera, Inc.’s August 9, 2012 summary judgment motions and took the motions under submission. On October 2, 2012, the parties stipulated to the court’s taking the motions off calendar, and that same day, the court entered an order taking the motions off calendar until such date as the court determines the motions should be decided or the presently-set date for hearing summary judgment motions of December 5, 2013.

On Oct. 23, 2012, the Court granted PTI leave to file its fourth amended and supplemental complaint.

Tessera, Inc. v. UTAC (Taiwan) Corporation, Civil Action No. 5:10-04435-EJD (N.D. Cal.)

On September 30, 2010, Tessera, Inc. filed a complaint against UTAC (Taiwan) Corporation (“UTAC Taiwan”) in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. Tessera, Inc.’s complaint names as defendant UTAC Taiwan and alleges causes of action for breach of contract, declaratory relief, and breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing. The complaint requests of the Court, among other things, a judicial determination and declaration that UTAC Taiwan remains contractually obligated to pay royalties to Tessera, Inc., an accounting and restitution in an amount to be determined at trial, and an award of damages in an amount to be determined at trial, plus interest on damages, costs, disbursements, attorneys’ fees, and such other and further relief as the Court may deem just and proper.

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On March 16, 2011, UTAC Taiwan filed a motion to dismiss the complaint. On March 28, 2012, the Court granted UTAC Taiwan’s motion with leave to amend. On April 19, 2012, Tessera, Inc. filed an amended complaint against UTAC Taiwan alleging in further detail causes of action for breach of contract, declaratory relief and breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing. The amended complaint seeks the same relief as the original complaint. On May 22, 2012 UTAC Taiwan filed its answer and counterclaim to Tessera, Inc.’s amended complaint. Tessera, Inc. filed its reply to UTAC’s counterclaim, asserting affirmative defenses, on June 21, 2012.

The Court issued its case management order on June 26, 2012, setting the schedule for the case. The Court set January 31, 2013 for initial fact discovery cutoff, and a last date to file dispositive motions of April 5, 2013.

Tessera, Inc. v. Sony Electronics, Inc. et al., Civil Action No. 1:10-CV-838-RMD-KW(D. Del.)

On October 1, 2010, Tessera, Inc. filed a complaint against Sony Electronics, Inc., Sony Corporation, and Renesas Electronics Corporation (“Renesas”) in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware. On May 23, 2011, Tessera, Inc. filed an Amended Complaint. On October 28, 2011, Tessera, Inc. filed a Second Amended Complaint. On March 6, 2012, Tessera, Inc. filed a Third Amended Complaint, adding allegations against Sony Mobile Communications AB and Sony Mobile Communications (USA) Inc.

Tessera, Inc.’s Third Amended Complaint alleges that Sony Electronics, Inc., Sony Corporation, Sony Mobile Communications AB and Sony Mobile Communications (USA) Inc. (collectively, “Sony”) and Renesas infringed and are currently infringing, including by directly infringing, contributorily infringing and/or inducing infringement, U.S. Patent Nos. 6,885,106 (the “106 patent”) and 6,054,337 (the “337 patent”). The complaint requests of the Court, among other things, a judgment that the defendants willfully infringed, induced others to infringe, and/or committed acts of contributory infringement of one or more claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,885,106 and 6,054,337; an order that defendants, their affiliates, subsidiaries, directors, officers, employees, attorneys, agents, and all persons in active concert or participation with any of them be preliminarily and permanently enjoined from further acts of infringement, inducing infringement, and contributory infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,885,106 and 6,054,337; an order for an accounting; and an award of damages that result from the defendants’ infringing acts, interest on damages, costs, expenses, attorneys’ fees and such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper.

On June 17, 2011, Renesas filed an Answer and Counterclaims to Tessera, Inc.’s Amended Complaint; in its filing, Renesas, among other things, denies infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,885,106 and 6,054,337, alleges invalidity of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,885,106 and 6,054,337 and unenforceability of U.S. Patent No. 6,885,106, alleges that Tessera, Inc. is not entitled to any injunctive relief, and requests an award to Renesas of its attorneys’ fees and costs.

On July 11, 2011, Tessera, Inc. filed a motion to dismiss Renesas’s counterclaim of inequitable conduct and to strike Renesas’s affirmative defense of inequitable conduct. On March 30, 2012 the Court denied the motion because it was based on an answer to a now-moot prior complaint. On July 12, 2011, Renesas filed a motion to transfer the case to the Northern District of California. On March 30, 2012 the Court denied the motion.

On March 19, 2012, Sony filed an Answer to Tessera, Inc.’s Third Amended Complaint and certain Sony parties filed Counterclaims; in its filing, Sony, among other things, denies infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,885,106 and 6,054,337 and alleges invalidity of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,885,106 and 6,054,337. Sony also alleges that Tessera, Inc.’s claims are precluded to the extent any allegedly infringing products are supplied directly or indirectly to Sony by an entity or entities having an express or implied license to the patents-in-suit, to the extent any allegedly infringing products are supplied, directly or indirectly, by Sony to an entity or entities having an express or implied license to the patents-in-suit, and/or to the extent Tessera, Inc.’s claims are otherwise precluded by the doctrine of patent exhaustion. Sony also requests an award of its attorneys’ fees and costs. On April 12, 2012, Tessera, Inc. filed an Answer to the Sony parties’ Counterclaims, denying that they are entitled to any relief on their Counterclaims.

On April 20, 2012, Renesas filed an Answer and Counterclaims to Tessera, Inc.’s Third Amended Complaint. In its filing, Renesas, among other things, denies infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,885,106 and 6,054,337, alleges invalidity of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,885,106 and 6,054,337 under 35 U.S.C. §§ 102, 103, and 112, alleges invalidity of U.S. Patent No. 6,885,106 for improper double patenting, alleges unenforceability of U.S. Patent No. 6,885,106 due to inequitable conduct, alleges that Tessera, Inc. is not entitled to any injunctive relief, and requests an award to Renesas of its attorneys’ fees and costs. On May 14, 2012, Tessera, Inc. filed an Answer to Renesas’s Counterclaims, denying that Renesas is entitled to any relief on its Counterclaims.

Tessera, Inc. v. Sony Corporation, Civil Action No. 5:11-04399-EJD (N.D. Cal.)

On May 26, 2011, Tessera, Inc. filed a complaint against Sony Corporation (“Sony”) in the California Superior Court for Santa Clara County. Tessera, Inc.’s complaint alleges breach of contract and breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing claims against Sony. Tessera, Inc. contends that Sony failed to abide by the terms of a royalty-bearing technology license agreement between the parties. Tessera, Inc. contends that it commissioned an audit of payments due by Sony under the agreement, delivered an audit report to Sony on February 14, 2011, and that Sony has failed to pay the amounts the auditors found due. Tessera, Inc. requests its damages, plus interest, costs and attorney’s fees. Sony removed the case to federal district court (Northern District of California) on September 2, 2011. On September 8, 2011, Sony filed an answer and defenses to Tessera, Inc.’s complaint, and a counterclaim alleging breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing. On January 31, 2012, the Court issued a Case Management Order, setting various case deadlines, including scheduling a Preliminary Pretrial Conference for February 22, 2013. On October 10, 2012 Sony filed a motion requesting leave to file an Amended Answer, which proposes adding counterclaims against Tessera, Inc. for fraud, violation of Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code 17200, and civil conspiracy.

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Invensas Corporation v. Renesas Electronics Corporation, Civil Action No. 1:11-CV-00448-GMS-CJB (D. Del.)

On May 23, 2011, Invensas filed a complaint against Renesas in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware. Invensas’s complaint alleges that Renesas has infringed and is currently infringing, including by directly infringing, contributorily infringing and/or inducing infringement, U.S. Patent Nos. 6,777,802, 6,825,554, 6,566,167, and 6,396,140. The complaint requests of the Court, among other things, a judgment that Renesas has willfully infringed, induced others to infringe, and/or committed acts of contributory infringement of one or more claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,777,802, 6,825,554, 6,566,167, and 6,396,140; an order that Renesas, its affiliates, subsidiaries, directors, officers, employees, attorneys, agents, and all persons in active concert or participation with any of them be preliminarily and permanently enjoined from further acts of infringement, inducing infringement, or contributory infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,777,802, 6,825,554, 6,566,167, and 6,396,140; an order for an accounting; and an award of damages that result from Renesas’s infringing acts, interest on damages, costs, expenses, attorneys’ fees and such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper.

On October 28, 2011, Renesas filed an Answer and Counterclaims to Invensas’s Complaint. In its filing, Renesas, among other things, denies infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,777,802, 6,825,554, 6,566,167, and 6,396,140, alleges invalidity of these same patents, alleges that Invensas is not entitled to any injunctive relief, alleges that Invensas’s claims for damages are limited or barred, alleges that the court lacks personal jurisdiction over Renesas, and seeks an award to Renesas of attorneys’ fees and costs. On November 21, 2011, Invensas filed an Answer to Renesas’s Counterclaims.

On June 4, 2012, the Court issued a Case Management Order, setting various case deadlines. Pretrial conference and trial dates have not yet been set.

Reexamination Proceedings

On February 9, 2007 and February 15, 2007, SPIL filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“PTO”) requests for inter partes reexamination relating to U.S. Patent Nos. 6,433,419 and 6,465,893, and ex parte reexamination relating to U.S. Patent Nos. 5,679,977, 6,133,627 and 5,852,326. On April 19, 2007, the PTO granted the requests for ex parte reexamination. On May 4, 2007, the PTO granted the requests for inter partes reexamination.

The PTO issued a non-final Official Action in connection with the inter partes reexamination of U.S. Patent No. 6,465,893 initially rejecting a number of patent claims on May 4, 2007. The PTO issued a non-final Official Action in connection with the inter partes reexamination of U.S. Patent No. 6,433,419 initially rejecting a number of the patent claims on June 5, 2007, to which a response was filed by Tessera, Inc. on August 6, 2007. On March 14, 2007, SPIL filed a second request for ex parte reexamination of U.S. Patent No. 5,679,977. The PTO granted this request on June 12, 2007.

On May 21, 2007, Amkor filed a request for ex parte reexamination of U.S. Patent No. 5,861,666. On July 26, 2007, the PTO granted this request. On June 11, 2007, Amkor filed additional requests for reexamination regarding U.S. Patent Nos. 5,679,977 and 6,133,627. The PTO granted the request for reexamination as to the 5,679,977 patent on August 15, 2007, and the PTO granted the requests for reexamination as to the 6,133,627 patent on August 13, 2007.

A first official action rejecting some claims and confirming other claims as patentable was mailed February 21, 2008 in the reexamination of U.S. Patent No. 5,852,326. A second office action rejecting some claims and confirming other claims as patentable was mailed on August 1, 2008. A third, final official action rejecting all claims under reexamination was mailed on March 6, 2009. An advisory action was mailed by the PTO on June 22, 2009, maintaining all of the rejections presented in the Action of March 6, 2009. On July 1, 2009, Tessera, Inc. filed a petition to withdraw the finality of the official action mailed on March 6, 2009. The PTO issued a decision on July 10, 2009 dismissing Tessera, Inc.’s petition of July 1, 2009. Tessera, Inc. filed a Notice of Appeal on August 6, 2009, and timely filed an appeal brief on October 13, 2009. The PTO’s Answer to Tessera, Inc.’s appeal brief was mailed on May 28, 2010. On November 16, 2010, the PTO issued a Notice of Intent to Issue Ex Parte Reexamination Certificate, finding the original claims subject to reexamination to be patentable. The Reexamination Certificate issued on March 1, 2011, confirming that all of the original claims subject to reexamination are patentable and terminating the reexamination proceeding.

A first official action was mailed February 22, 2008 in the reexamination of U.S. Patent No. 5,861,666 rejecting those claims which were subject to reexamination. Such official action was superseded by a substantively identical action mailed March 11, 2008 restarting the period for response. A second official action was mailed on September 30, 2008. On March 13, 2009, the PTO issued a Notice of Intent to Issue Ex Parte Reexamination Certificate, after which a Supplemental Notice of Intent to Issue Ex Parte Reexamination Certificate (Corrected Status) was issued on April 2, 2009, finding certain amended and newly presented claims to be patentable. The Reexamination Certificate issued on June 30, 2009.

On February 12, 2008, the PTO issued decisions merging the three reexaminations of U.S. Patent No. 5,679,977 with one another and also merging the two reexaminations of U.S. Patent No. 6,133,627 with one another.

A first official action was issued on February 29, 2008 in the merged reexaminations of U.S. Patent No. 6,133,627, rejecting those claims subject to reexamination. On August 10, 2008, the PTO issued a second official action, to which Tessera, Inc. filed a Request to Vacate the

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Second Official Action on August 26, 2008 on procedural grounds. As a result, on September 11, 2008, the PTO issued a third non-final official action. A first official action was issued on March 28, 2008 in the merged reexaminations of U.S. Patent No. 5,679,977, rejecting those claims subject to reexamination. On October 10, 2008, the PTO issued a second non-final official action. On October 1, 2009, the PTO issued a final official action. On January 14, 2010, the PTO issued an Advisory Action indicating that Tessera, Inc.’s response of December 1, 2009 failed to overcome all of the rejections set forth in the final official action mailed October 1, 2009. Tessera, Inc. filed a Notice of Appeal on February 1, 2010, and timely filed an appeal brief on April 5, 2010. The PTO’s Answer to Tessera, Inc.’s appeal brief withdrew certain rejections previously applied to the claims, but continued to apply other rejections as to all claims under reexamination. On December 14, 2010, the PTO issued a Notice of Intent to Issue Ex Parte Reexamination Certificate, finding the original claims subject to reexamination to be patentable and canceling the newly presented claims. The Reexamination Certificate issued on March 15, 2011, confirming that all of the original claims subject to reexamination are patentable and terminating the reexamination proceeding.

On February 19, 2008, the PTO issued a second official action maintaining the rejections in U.S. Patent No. 6,433,419. On March 10, 2008, Tessera, Inc. filed a petition to vacate the second official action in the reexamination of U.S. Patent No. 6,433,419 on the ground that the second official action did not properly take account of an amendment to the specification of U.S. Patent No. 6,433,419. On June 3, 2008, Tessera, Inc. filed a renewed petition to vacate the inter partes reexamination on the ground that the request for such reexamination did not name the real party in interest. The petition was denied on September 10, 2008. On June 13, 2008, the PTO issued a third official action in the inter partes reexamination of U.S. Patent No. 6,433,419 which was denominated as an action closing prosecution. A Right of Appeal Notice was issued on September 17, 2008, and Tessera, Inc. filed a Notice of Appeal on October 17, 2008. On November 3, 2008, the PTO issued a decision withdrawing the Right of Appeal Notice and returning the case to the examiner for issuance of a further action. On December 23, 2008, the PTO issued a non-final official action, also denominated as an action closing prosecution. A Right of Appeal Notice was issued on June 19, 2009. On July 1, 2009, Tessera, Inc. filed a petition to withdraw the Right of Appeal Notice. Having not yet received a decision on the petition of July 1, 2009, Tessera, Inc. filed a Notice of Appeal on July 20, 2009. On July 30, 2009, the PTO issued a decision dismissing Tessera, Inc.’s petition of July 1, 2009. Tessera, Inc. timely filed an appeal brief on October 5, 2009. The PTO’s Answer to Tessera, Inc.’s appeal brief was mailed on July 13, 2010. On January 17, 2011, Tessera, Inc. filed a petition to reopen prosecution due to new developments after the close of briefing in the appeal which include actions by the PTO in other reexaminations and a new holding by the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in an appeal from a decision of the International Trade Commission concerning U.S. Patent No. 6,433,419. On February 25, 2011, the PTO issued a decision granting in part Tessera, Inc.’s petition to the extent that prosecution of the reexamination proceedings in connection with U.S. Patent No. 6,433,419 was reopened. On March 11, 2011, the PTO issued a fourth official action in the inter partes reexamination of U.S. Patent No. 6,433,419 which was denominated an action closing prosecution. The official action of March 11, 2011 confirmed that all of the claims subject to reexamination are patentable. A Right of Appeal Notice was issued on May 3, 2011, and SPIL filed a Notice of Appeal on June 2, 2011. On November 15, 2011, the Examiner mailed an Examiner’s Answer maintaining all positions set forth in the Right of Appeal Notice issued on May 3, 2011. An oral hearing in the appeal was held on September 19, 2012 at the PTO in Alexandria, VA.

On February 15, 2008, the PTO issued a second official action, also denominated as an action closing prosecution, maintaining the rejections of U.S. Patent No. 6,465,893. On March 28, 2008, Tessera, Inc. filed a petition to vacate the second official action in the reexamination of U.S. Patent No. 6,465,893 on the ground that the second official action did not properly take account of an amendment to the specification of U.S. Patent No. 6,465,893. On June 9, 2008, Tessera, Inc. filed a renewed petition to vacate the inter partes reexamination on the ground that the request for such reexamination did not name the real party in interest, which petition was denied on September 10, 2008. On August 21, 2008, a non-final office action was issued. On February 5, 2009, the PTO issued a non-final official action, also denominated as the second action closing prosecution. A Right of Appeal Notice was issued on June 22, 2009. Tessera, Inc. filed a Notice of Appeal on July 22, 2009. On November 10, 2010, the PTO issued an action closing prosecution confirming certain of the original claims subject to reexamination as patentable and rejecting other claims subject to reexamination. A second Right of Appeal Notice was issued on February 18, 2011. Tessera, Inc. filed a Notice of Appeal on March 3, 2011, and SPIL filed a Notice of Cross Appeal on March 7, 2011. On August 22, 2011, the examiner mailed an examiner’s answer maintaining all positions set forth in the Right of Appeal Notice issued on February 18, 2011. An oral hearing in the appeal was held on September 19, 2012 at the PTO in Alexandria, VA.

On March 26, 2008, a request for a third ex parte reexamination of U.S. Patent No. 6,133,627 patent was filed, ostensibly by PowerChip Semiconductor Corporation (“Powerchip”). On May 2, 2008, the PTO granted this request. On November 18, 2008, the PTO issued a first non-final official action. On February 13, 2009, the PTO issued an order merging all of the reexaminations of U.S. Patent No. 6,133,627. On March 17, 2009, the PTO issued a non-final official action rejecting all claims under reexamination. On July 14, 2009, the PTO issued a final official action which held certain claims patentable but rejected other claims. On December 1, 2009, the PTO issued an Advisory Action indicating that Tessera, Inc.’s response of August 14, 2009 failed to overcome all of the rejections set forth in the final official action mailed July 14, 2009. Tessera, Inc. filed a Notice of Appeal on December 14, 2009. The PTO’s Answer to Tessera, Inc.’s appeal brief was mailed on May 28, 2010. On November 16, 2010, the PTO issued a Notice of Intent to Issue Ex Parte Reexamination Certificate, finding the original claims subject to reexamination to be patentable and canceling the newly presented claims. The Reexamination Certificate issued on March 1, 2011, confirming that all of the original claims subject to reexamination are patentable and terminating the reexamination proceeding.

On April 2, 2008, a request for inter partes reexamination of Tessera, Inc.’s U.S. Patent No. 6,458,681 was filed, ostensibly by Powerchip. On June 6, 2008, the PTO granted this request and issued an official action rejecting certain claims of the ‘681 patent. On September 21, 2009, the PTO issued an Action Closing Prosecution rejecting certain claims and holding one claim patentable. A Right of Appeal Notice was issued on February 22, 2010. On July 20, 2010, the PTO issued a Notice of Intent to Issue Inter Partes Reexamination Certificate, canceling the claims subject to reexamination. The reexamination certificate issued on October 26, 2010. On March 22, 2010, Tessera, Inc. filed an application for reissue of the ‘681 patent to further address the matters raised during the reexamination proceedings and to pursue additional claims. On May 22, 2012, the reissue application issued as U.S. Patent No. RE43,404, which included certain amended claims from the ‘681 patent and new claims, and which canceled other claims from the ‘681 patent.

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On July 18, 2008, a request for ex parte reexamination of Tessera, Inc.’s U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106 was filed, ostensibly by Powerchip. On September 4, 2008, the PTO granted the request for reexamination. On April 10, 2009, the PTO issued a non-final official action rejecting all claims under reexamination. On November 19, 2009, the PTO issued a final official action finding certain claims patentable and rejecting other claims. On April 7, 2010, the PTO issued a non-final official action withdrawing the rejections previously made but rejecting all claims under reexamination on new grounds. On October 18, 2010, the PTO issued a new final official action. An advisory action was mailed by the PTO on March 17, 2011, finding certain claims patentable and maintaining the remainder of the rejections presented in the October 18, 2010 action. Tessera, Inc. filed a Notice of Appeal on April 18, 2011. On July 6, 2011, Tessera, Inc. filed a petition with the PTO to allow a first reissue application filed with the claims held to be patentable in the present reexamination proceeding, and to merge a second reissue application filed with the claims involved the present reexamination proceeding with the present proceeding. On January 18, 2012, the PTO issued a decision dismissing Tessera, Inc.’s July 6, 2011 petition and suspending the first and second reissue applications pending conclusion of the ex parte reexamination proceeding of U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106. The PTO’s Answer to Tessera, Inc.’s appeal brief was mailed on February 17, 2012. On July 9, 2012, Tessera, Inc. filed a request for the Board to dismiss the appeal of U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106 and to return the case to the Examiner for issuance of a Notice of Intent to Issue Reexamination Certificate with the presently allowed claims as set forth in the advisory action mailed March 17, 2011. On July 17, 2012, the Board dismissed the appeal and returned the case to the Examiner for further action. On July 30, 2012, the PTO issued a Notice of Intent to Issue Ex Parte Reexamination Certificate, holding certain claims patentable and canceling certain other claims. On August 3, 2012, Tessera, Inc. expressly abandoned the first and second reissue applications. The Reexamination Certificate issued on September 18, 2012.

On June 17, 2011, a request for inter partes reexamination of U.S. Patent No. 6,885,106 was filed by Sony Corporation and Sony Electronics, Inc. On September 8, 2011, the PTO granted the request for reexamination. On September 20, 2011, the PTO issued a non-final official action rejecting certain claims and confirming certain claims. Tessera, Inc. filed a Petition under 37 C.F.R. § 1.181 to Withdraw the Pending Office Action and Ultra Vires Requirement for Information (Rule 105 Requirement) on November 11, 2011. Tessera, Inc. then filed a response to the September 20, 2011, non-final official action on December 20, 2011. Sony filed responsive comments on January 19, 2012 with a Petition to waive page limits. The PTO dismissed Tessera, Inc.’s Rule 181 Petition as moot because the PTO accepted Tessera, Inc.’s arguments in the Response regarding the Rule 105 requirement. The PTO found Tessera, Inc.’s response non-compliant for exceeding the page limits in a Notice mailed February 22, 2012. Tessera Inc. filed a Response to the Notice and a Petition to waive page limits March 7, 2012. The PTO granted Tessera Inc.’s and Sony’s separate petitions to waive page limits on April 10, 2012. The PTO issued an Action Closing Prosecution (non-final) on April 17, 2012, which rejected certain claims and confirmed certain claims. Tessera, Inc. filed a Petition to Strike Sony’s Comments on April 23, 2012. Sony opposed on May 1, 2012 by withdrawing from the record the challenged proposed rejections. The PTO denied Tessera, Inc.’s Petition on May 25, 2012 based on Sony’s withdrawal. Tessera, Inc. filed a Response to the Action Closing Prosecution on June 18, 2012. Sony’s Comments were filed on July 18, 2012. The PTO found Tessera, Inc.'s June 18, 2012 Response page-limit compliant in a petition decision mailed September 28, 2012.

On September 24, 2012, Sony filed a petition for inter partes review of Tessera, Inc.’s U.S. Patent No. 6,054,337. On September 27, 2012, the PTO mailed a Notice accepting the petition filing, which set a December 27, 2012 deadline for Tessera, Inc. to file a preliminary response.

On or about January 3, 2006, Koninklijke Phillips Electronics N.V. and Philips Semiconductors B.V. (“Philips”), MICRON Semiconductor Deutschland GmbH (“Micron GmbH”), Infineon and STMicroelectronics, Inc. (“STM”) filed oppositions to Tessera, Inc.’s European Patent No. EP1111672 (the “EP672 Patent”) before the European Patent Office (the “EPO”). Micron GmbH and Infineon withdrew their oppositions on July 24, 2006 and November 4, 2006, respectively. On December 4, 2006, Phillips withdrew its opposition. On September 16, 2008, the EPO Opposition Division issued a “Summons to attend oral proceedings” which states “preliminary” opinions unfavorable to the claims of the EP672 Patent. An oral hearing before the EPO Opposition Division, was held on June 4, 2009, resulting in a decision to revoke the EP672 Patent. Tessera, Inc. filed a Notice of Appeal on August 24, 2009.

The following Tessera, Inc. patents expired on September 24, 2010: U.S. Patent Nos. 6,433,419, 6,465,893, 5,679,977, 6,133,627 and 5,852,326. In addition, on September 24, 2011, the EP672 Patent expired. The reexamination proceedings concerning U.S. Patents 6,433,419 and 6,465,893 will continue after expiration. As set forth above, the reexamination proceedings concerning U.S. Patents 5,679,977, 6,133,627 and 5,852,326 have terminated with issuance of reexamination certificates confirming patentability of the original claims subject to reexamination.

The patents that are subject to the above-described reexamination proceedings include some of the key patents in Tessera, Inc.’s portfolio, and claims that are treated in the current official actions are being asserted in certain of Tessera, Inc.’s various litigations. The Company cannot predict the outcome of these proceedings. An adverse decision could also significantly affect Tessera, Inc.’s ongoing litigations, as described herein, in which patents are being asserted, which in turn could significantly harm the Company’s business and consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

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Insolvency Proceedings over the Estate of Qimonda AG, Local Court of Munich, Insolvency Court, File No. 1542 IN 209/09

On January 23, 2009, Qimonda AG filed a bankruptcy petition with the Local Court of Munich, Insolvency Court. On April 1, 2009, the Court opened insolvency proceedings over the estate of Qimonda AG and appointed Rechtsanwalt Dr. Michael Jaffé as the insolvency administrator.

On or about May 27, 2009, Dr. Jaffé chose non-performance of Tessera, Inc.’s license agreement with Qimonda AG under Section 103 of the German Insolvency Code and purported to terminate the license agreement. On June 12, 2009, Tessera, Inc. filed a Proof of Claim in the Qimonda AG bankruptcy alleging amounts due of approximately 15.7 million Euros. On December 2, 2009, Dr. Jaffé preliminarily contested Tessera, Inc.’s claim in full. On November 15, 2010, Dr. Jaffé acknowledged approximately 7.8 million Euros of Tessera, Inc.’s claim. The amount has been registered with the list of creditors’ claims at the Local Court of Munich, Insolvency Court. However, both the date and the final amount of recovery for unsecured debtors remain uncertain.

In re Spansion, LLC, U.S. Bankruptcy Court (Del.), Case No. 09-1069; In re Spansion, Inc., U.S. Bankruptcy Court (Del.), Case No. 09-10690; In re Spansion Technology LLC, U.S. Bankruptcy Court (Del.), Case No. 09-10691

On or about March 1, 2009, Spansion LLC, Spansion, Inc. and Spansion Technology LLC (collectively, “Spansion”) initiated bankruptcy proceedings in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. On or about July 17, 2009, Tessera, Inc. filed a Proof of Claim in each of the above Spansion bankruptcy proceedings alleging amounts due of not less than $25 million.

On January 12, 2010, Spansion filed a motion to determine and estimate the amount of Tessera, Inc.’s administrative expense claim, for the purpose of demonstrating the feasibility of Spansion’s Second Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization. Tessera, Inc.’s administrative expense claim relates to the damages that Spansion would owe for the post-petition (post-March 1, 2009) infringement of certain Tessera, Inc. patents. On January 26, 2010, Tessera, Inc. filed its objection to Spansion’s Second Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization, asserting that the plan was not feasible and that it failed to provide for the payout of administrative expense claims on the plan effective date.

On January 29, 2010, the court held a hearing on Spansion’s motion. On February 9, 2010, the Court announced its ruling that a reasonable royalty rate for Spansion products sold in the United States during the administrative period was 56.7 cents per unit. As later memorialized in its April 6, 2010 Order, the Court also estimated, for purposes of plan confirmation, Tessera, Inc.’s administrative expense claim at $4,232,986.13 for the period from March 1, 2009 to July 20, 2009.

On February 5, 2010, Spansion filed a motion for an order estimating the amount of “certain contingent, unliquidated, duplicative and/or overstated claims,” including Tessera, Inc.’s pre-petition claims, for purposes of establishing class 5 plan distribution reserves. Tessera, Inc. filed its objection to the estimation motion on February 17, 2010 and on that same date submitted three Amended Proofs of Claim, each for not less than $219 million, based in part on the Court’s 56.7 cents per unit royalty rate.

On February 23, 2010, Tessera, Inc. filed a motion for allowance and payment of its administrative expense claim. The motion requested that the claim be allowed at $96,765,070, for the period from March 1, 2009 to January 29, 2010, plus all after-arising damages, with interest. Spansion and the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors filed an objection to this motion on March 16, 2010.

On March 23, 2010, the Court entered an order allowing Tessera, Inc. to file its three Amended Proofs of Claim. On March 25, 2010, the parties reached a stipulation that the Court would estimate Tessera, Inc.’s pre-petition claim in the amount of $130 million for purposes of establishing class 5 plan distribution reserves.

On April 1, 2010, the Court issued an Order and Opinion on Confirmation. The Order denied Spansion’s request for plan confirmation due in part to Spansion’s failure to set aside a reserve for Tessera, Inc.’s administrative expense claim. On April 7, 2010, Spansion filed an amended plan that included a reserve for Tessera, Inc.’s administrative expense claim in the amount of $4,232,986.13. On April 16, 2010, the Court issued its finding of facts, conclusions of law, and Order confirming the plan as amended. Spansion’s bankruptcy plan became effective on May 10, 2010.

In accordance with the parties’ prior stipulation, on May 26, 2010, the Court issued an Order estimating Tessera, Inc.’s pre-petition claims in the amount of $130 million. In a June 15, 2010 Order, the Court disallowed two of Tessera, Inc.’s Amended Proofs of Claim, leaving one proof of claim of not less than $219 million. On July 6, 2010, Spansion filed an objection to the remaining proof of claim.

On November 2, 2010, the remaining issues regarding Tessera, Inc.’s claims were transferred to the Northern District of California as Case No. 4:10-cv-04954-CW, which was then related to the previously pending case, Tessera, Inc. v. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. et al. , Case No. 4:05-cv-04063-CW. Thus, the proceedings in the Northern District of California will address the objections to Tessera, Inc.’s pre-petition claim, which had been estimated for purposes of class 5 plan distribution reserves at $130 million. These proceedings will also address Tessera, Inc.’s administrative expense claim, which had been estimated for purposes of claim confirmation at $4,232,986.13 for the period from March 1, 2009 to July 20, 2009.

The Court in the Northern District of California held a case management conference on January 4, 2012 and lifted its stay on that date. The Court’s January 4, 2012 Minute Order and Case Management Order, described above in connection with Tessera, Inc. v. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. et al., Civil Action No. 05-04063 (N.D. Cal.), applies to this lawsuit as well.

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Insolvency Proceedings over the Estate of Elpida, Japan, Tokyo District Court, Eighth Civil Division

On March 23, 2012, Elpida Memory, Inc. filed a corporate reorganization proceeding with the Tokyo District Court, Eighth Civil Division. A Delaware Bankruptcy Court entered an order recognizing this foreign bankruptcy proceeding on April 24, 2012 and this order, which effected a limited stay of proceedings against Elpida Memory, Inc., its United States subsidiary and down-stream customers, was filed with the Texas A-DATA court on May 3, 2012. On May 20, 2012, Tessera, Inc. timely filed a Proof of Claim in the Japanese proceeding. On July 9, 2012 the insolvency administrator served a Statement of Disapproval of the Proof of Claim. Tessera, Inc. did not file a complaint with the Tokyo District Court, thus as it relates to Tessera, Inc. this proceeding is now concluded.

Amkor Technology, Inc. v. Tessera, Inc. (ICC Case No. 16531/VRO)

On or about August 7, 2009, Amkor filed a request for arbitration against Tessera, Inc. before the International Chamber of Commerce (“ICC”). The request, among other things, accused Tessera, Inc. of interference with Amkor’s existing and prospective business relationships, of improperly claiming that Amkor had breached the parties’ license agreement, and of improperly threatening to terminate that agreement. Amkor seeks relief including judgment that it is in compliance with the license agreement and is a licensee in good standing under the license agreement; judgment that the license agreement remains in effect and no breach alleged by Tessera, Inc. against Amkor has terminated the license agreement; judgment that Amkor’s method of calculating royalties on a going-forward basis complies with Amkor’s obligations under the license agreement; an injunction against Tessera, Inc. forbidding it from making statements to Amkor’s customers and potential customers inconsistent with the above; an injunction against Tessera, Inc. forbidding it from attempting to terminate the license agreement or threatening to terminate the license agreement during the arbitration or based on events occurring prior to the conclusion of the arbitration; a damage award against Tessera, Inc. for attorneys’ fees and costs to Amkor associated with this arbitration, together with all other damages resulting from Tessera, Inc.’s alleged acts of tortious interference and punitive damages; all other relief recoverable under the Rules of Arbitration of the ICC; such other and further relief as the arbitrators deem just and proper.

On November 2, 2009, Tessera, Inc. filed its answer to the request, including counterclaims. The answer, among other things, denies Amkor’s accusations and accuses Amkor of failing to pay Tessera, Inc. full royalties on products Amkor sold to Qualcomm and potentially others that are subject to ITC injunctions, of refusing to allow Tessera, Inc. to audit in accordance with the parties’ license agreement, of interference with Tessera, Inc.’s prospective economic relationships, of failing to pay royalties or full royalties on products that infringe various U.S. and foreign patents owned by Tessera, Inc., and of violating the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing. Tessera, Inc. seeks relief including judgment that the license agreement has been breached and that Tessera, Inc. is entitled to terminate the license agreement; judgment that products on which Amkor has not paid the full contractual royalties to Tessera, Inc. are not licensed under Tessera, Inc.’s patents; damages for Amkor’s breaches of the license agreement; damages, including punitive damages, for Amkor’s interference with Tessera, Inc.’s prospective business relationships; interest on any damages; attorneys’ fees and costs incurred by Tessera, Inc.; denial of Amkor’s claims against Tessera, Inc.; an order that awards Tessera, Inc. all other relief recoverable under the rules of Arbitration of the ICC; and an order for such other and further relief as the arbitrators deem just and proper.

On January 15, 2010, Amkor filed its response to Tessera, Inc.’s counterclaims, along with new counterclaims by Amkor and a motion for priority consideration of certain issues. In its responsive pleading, Amkor denied Tessera, Inc.’s counterclaims, arguing in part that Tessera, Inc.’s counterclaims for royalties are barred by the doctrines of collateral estoppel and res judicata, and sought a declaratory judgment that it has not infringed and that its packages are not made under any of the patents asserted in Tessera, Inc.’s answer and that the patents are invalid and unenforceable. Amkor also claimed a credit for royalties it alleges it overpaid Tessera, Inc.

On May 14, 2010, Amkor filed a motion to bar Tessera, Inc.’s counterclaims for royalties before December 1, 2008, as res judicata. The Tribunal ruled on Amkor’s motion on November 15, 2010, granting Amkor’s motion as to Tessera, Inc.’s counterclaims for royalties on some products and timeframes at issue, and denying the motion as to other products and timeframes.

On October 20, 2010, Amkor paid Tessera, Inc. approximately $2.3 million to address a portion of the past royalties claimed by Tessera, Inc.

On December 9 and December 10, 2010, the Tribunal held a two-day trial on certain issues in the arbitration, including (1) royalties payable on a going-forward basis for the patents addressed in the previous arbitration, including but not limited to royalties applicable to packages assembled for Qualcomm, Inc.; (2) Tessera, Inc.’s counterclaim for breach of the audit provision of the license agreement; (3) Tessera, Inc.’s claim for breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing, to the extent that it is based on issues (1) and (2) above; and (4) the status of Tessera, Inc.’s latest request to terminate the license agreement, to the extent that it is based on issues (1), (2), and (3) above.

On February 17, 2011, Tessera, Inc. sent Amkor an official notice of termination of Amkor’s license agreement with Tessera, Inc. Amkor has disputed Tessera, Inc.’s right to terminate the license agreement.

On March 11, 2011, Tessera, Inc. filed a motion seeking, among other things, to strike Amkor’s defense of invalidity for the time period before Amkor challenged the validity of the asserted patents. The Tribunal granted Tessera, Inc.’s motion on July 1, 2011, striking (1) Amkor’s invalidity and unenforceability defenses to the payment of royalties that accrued under the asserted U.S. patents before those defenses were raised, and (2) Amkor’s invalidity defenses to the payment of royalties due under the asserted foreign patents regardless of when the royalties accrued.

On June 1, 2011, the Tribunal issued an order construing certain claims of the patents-in-suit.

On July 11, 2011, the Tribunal issued a Partial Award on certain issues tried to the Tribunal on December 9-10, 2010. The Tribunal (1) granted Tessera, Inc.’s request for additional royalties due for the patents addressed in the previous arbitration, in an amount to be determined later, but

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denied Tessera, Inc.’s claim for additional royalties owing from certain packages assembled for customers including Qualcomm, Inc., (2) found that Amkor was in breach of the License Agreement as to its royalty obligations and the audit provision of the license agreement, and (3) deferred a final decision on certain grounds for termination of the license agreement until the second phase of this arbitration has concluded.

On August 15, 2011, pursuant to the parties’ stipulation, the Tribunal entered an Order dismissing with prejudice the parties’ respective tortious interference claims.

A seven-day hearing on the remaining issues was held from August 15, 2011 to August 21, 2011.

On October 17, 2011, the Tribunal issued a partial award on certain issues tried to the Tribunal on December 9-10, 2010. The Tribunal awarded Tessera, Inc. approximately $0.5 million associated with additional royalties due for the patents addressed in the previous arbitration.

On July 6, 2012, the Tribunal issued a partial award. Among other things, the partial award further interpreted the parties’ agreement, found that certain packages were neither licensed nor royalty bearing under the agreement, found that one of the patents at issue in the arbitration was not valid, that seven of the asserted patents were not infringed by the accused Amkor products, that a subset of accused Amkor products did not infringe two additional asserted patents, and that royalties are due under seven of the patents at issue in the arbitration for certain TCC and related integrated circuit packages. In addition, the Tribunal awarded interest to Tessera, Inc., rejected Amkor’s contention that it is in compliance with the license agreement and that it is a licensee in good standing, rejected Amkor’s claim that Tessera, Inc.’s counterclaims were barred by doctrines of laches, waiver, estoppel, unclean hands or the statute of limitations, rejected Amkor’s request to enjoin Tessera, Inc. from behavior outside the arbitral forum, and agreed that Tessera, Inc. was entitled to and did terminate the license agreement as of February 17, 2011. The Tribunal also found that the parties should bear their own attorney’s fees and costs. The partial award contains additional rulings not summarized here. Further proceedings are expected to be undertaken to ascertain, among other things, the amount due to Tessera, Inc. consistent with the partial award. Tessera, Inc. cannot predict the timing of the damage award(s) that may result.

On July 9, 2012, the Tribunal issued a procedural order noting that Tessera, Inc. previously reserved its claims as to certain patents which have not yet been addressed by the Tribunal, and asking that Tessera, Inc. inform Amkor and the Tribunal within 10 days as to whether it intends to pursue any or all of those reserved claims in this proceeding or whether it intends to dismiss those claims. Tessera, Inc. has notified the Tribunal that it intends to proceed with claims it reserved under three of the previously identified patents. On August 20, 2012, Tessera, Inc. received an initial payment of $19.9 million from Amkor related to the partial award the Tribunal issued on July 6, 2012.

Tessera, Inc. v. Amkor Technology, Inc. (ICC Case No. 17976/VRO)

On May 26, 2011, Tessera, Inc. filed an additional request for arbitration against Amkor before the ICC. The request, among other things, alleges that Amkor failed to make a required election under the parties license agreement, and that Amkor failed to comply with obligations regarding “Licensee Improvements” under the license agreement. Tessera, Inc. seeks relief including a declaration that Amkor breached the license agreement; that the license agreement was properly terminated on this basis; a declaration that Amkor’s rights to Tessera, Inc.’s patents expired on May 9, 2011 or earlier; the identification and transfer of all Licensee Improvements to Tessera, Inc.; an injunction preventing Amkor from using Licensee Improvements, to the extent it has not complied with the license agreement; damages and/or disgorgement of profits for Amkor’s failure to comply with the license agreement; attorneys’ fees, costs and exemplary damages; and an order for such other and further relief as the Tribunal deems just and proper. In its request, Tessera, Inc. estimated the amount in dispute to be in excess of $1 million.

On July 26, 2011, Amkor filed its response to the request, which, among other things, denies Tessera, Inc.’s allegations, raises various purported defenses, asserts that Tessera, Inc.’s requests for relief should be denied, contends that Tessera, Inc. has breached the license agreement, argues that Amkor is entitled to attorneys’ fees, costs and exemplary damages relating to the allegations set forth in Tessera, Inc.’s request, and asks that the Tribunal order Tessera, Inc. to pay such further relief to Amkor as the Tribunal deems appropriate. Tessera, Inc. filed an answer denying the allegations in Amkor’s response on September 1, 2011.

Tessera, Inc. v. Amkor Technology, Inc., Civil Action No. 1:12-cv-00852-SLR (D. Del.)

On July 6, 2012, Tessera, Inc. filed a complaint against Amkor Technology, Inc. in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware. Tessera, Inc.’s complaint alleges that Amkor has infringed and is currently infringing, including by directly infringing, contributorily infringing and/or inducing infringement of, U.S. Patent No. 6,046,076. The complaint requests of the Court, among other things, a judgment that Amkor has infringed or will infringe, induce others to infringe, and/or commit acts of contributory infringement of one or more claims of U.S. Patent No. 6,046,076; an order that Amkor, its affiliates, subsidiaries, directors, officers, employees, attorneys, agents, and all persons in active concert or participation with any of them be preliminarily and permanently enjoined from further acts of infringement, inducing infringement, or contributory infringement of the U.S. Patent No. 6,046,076; an order that the infringement be adjudged willful and that the damages be increased under 35 U.S.C § 284 to three times the amount found or measured; an order for an accounting; and an award of damages that result from Amkor’s infringing acts, interest on damages, attorneys’ fees and such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper.

The accused products include, for example and without limitation, infringing vacuum encapsulated and molded underfill semiconductor packages manufactured by Amkor that are not licensed based on the July 6, 2012 arbitration award in Amkor Technology, Inc., v. Tessera, Inc., 16531/VRO. On August 14, 2012, Amkor filed an answer and counterclaims seeking a declaratory judgment that U.S. Patent No. 6,046,076 is not infringed and is invalid. It also interposed affirmative defenses, including but not limited to, non-infringement, invalidity, estoppel, license, patent exhaustion, failure to mark, and laches. Further, Amkor is seeking an award of attorneys’ fees and costs, and such other relief as the Court deems to be just and proper.

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Item 1A. Risk Factors

Our operations and financial results are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including those described below, that could adversely affect our business, financial condition, results of operations, cash flows, and the trading price of our common stock.

From time to time we enter into license agreements that have fixed expiration dates and if, upon expiration or termination, we are unable to renew or relicense such license agreements on terms favorable to us, our results of operations could be harmed.

From time to time we enter into license agreements that have fixed expiration dates. Upon expiration of such agreements we need to renew or replace these agreements in order to maintain our revenue base. For example, our license agreement with Micron Technology, Inc. expired in May 2012. Micron Technology, Inc. accounted for 10% or more of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2011 and has since entered into a definitive sponsor agreement to acquire and support Elpida Memory, Inc., a leading dynamic random access memory (“DRAM”) manufacturer, which is expected to close in the first half of 2013 subject to numerous closing conditions and approvals. If we fail to replace the expired Micron Technology, Inc. license agreement, it will have a negative impact on our revenue and our results of operations.

Furthermore, we may not be able to continue licensing customers on terms favorable to us, under the existing terms or at all, which would harm our results of operations. While we have expanded our licensable technology portfolio through internal development and patents purchased from third parties, there is no guarantee that these measures will lead to continued royalties. If we fail to continue to do business with our current licensees, our business would be materially adversely affected.

The success of our licensing business is dependent on the quality of our patent portfolios and our ability to create and implement new technologies or expand our licensable technology portfolio through acquisitions.

We derive a significant portion of our revenues from licenses and royalties. The success of our licensing business depends on our ability to continue to acquire and develop high quality patent portfolios. We devote significant resources to sourcing and acquiring patent portfolios and to developing new technologies to address the evolving needs of the semiconductor and the consumer and communication electronics industries and we must continue to do so in the future to remain competitive. The competition for acquiring high quality patent portfolios is intense and there is no assurance that we can continue to acquire such patent portfolios on favorable terms. Moreover, developments in our technologies are inherently complex, and require long development cycles and a substantial investment before we can determine their commercial viability. We may not be able to develop and market new or improved technologies in a timely or commercially acceptable fashion. Furthermore, our acquired and developed patents will expire in the future. Our current U.S. issued patents expire at various times from 2012 through 2030. We need to develop or acquire successful innovations and obtain revenue-generating patents on those innovations before our current patents expire, and our failure to do so would significantly harm our business, financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

We are currently involved in litigation and administrative proceedings involving some of our key patents; any invalidation or limitation of the scope of our key patents could significantly harm our business.

As more fully described in Part II, Item 1 — Legal Proceedings , we are currently involved in litigation involving some of our patents. The parties in these legal actions have challenged the validity, scope, enforceability and ownership of our patents. In addition, reexamination requests have been filed in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“PTO”) with respect to patent claims at issue in one or more of our litigation proceedings, and oppositions have been filed against us with respect to our patents in the European Patent Office. Under a reexamination proceeding and upon completion of the proceeding, the PTO may leave a patent in its present form, narrow the scope of the patent or cancel some or all of the claims of the patent. The PTO issued several Official Actions rejecting or maintaining earlier rejections of many of the claims in some of our patents. We are currently asserting these patents and patent claims in litigation and administrative proceedings. If the PTO’s adverse rulings are upheld on appeal and some or all of the claims of the patents that are subject to reexamination are canceled, our business may be significantly harmed. In addition, counterparties to our litigation and administrative proceedings may seek and obtain orders to stay these proceedings based on rejections of claims in the PTO reexaminations, and other courts or tribunals reviewing our legal actions could make findings adverse to our interests, even if the PTO actions are not final.

We cannot predict the outcome of any of these proceedings or the myriad procedural and substantive motions in these proceedings. If there is an adverse ruling in any legal or administrative proceeding relating to the infringement, validity, enforceability or ownership of any of our patents, or if a court or an administrative body such as the PTO limits the scope of the claims of any of our patents, we could be prevented from enforcing or earning future revenues from those patents, and the likelihood that customers will take new licenses and that current licensees will continue to agree to pay under their existing licenses could be significantly reduced. The resulting reduction in license fees and royalties could significantly harm our business, consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows, or the trading price of our common stock.

Furthermore, regardless of the merits of any claim, the continued maintenance of these legal and administrative proceedings may result in substantial legal expenses and diverts our management’s time and attention away from our other business operations, which could significantly harm our business. Our enforcement proceedings historically have been protracted and complex. The time to resolution and complexity of our litigations, their disproportionate importance to our business compared to other companies, the propensity for delay in patent litigations, and the potential that we may lose particular motions as well as the overall litigations all could cause significant volatility in our stock price and materially adversely affect our business and consolidated financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

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We expect to continue to be involved in material legal proceedings in the future to enforce or protect our intellectual property rights, including material litigation with existing licensees or strategic partners, which could harm either of our business segments, or both.

From time to time, our efforts to obtain a reasonable royalty through our sales effort does not result in the prospective customer agreeing to license our patents. In those cases, we generally will use litigation in order to secure payment for past infringement and as means of securing future royalties for the use of our patents in the customer’s products. We also litigate to enforce our other intellectual property rights, to enforce the terms of our license agreements, to protect our trade secrets, to determine the validity and scope of the proprietary rights of others and to defend against claims of infringement or invalidity. Our current legal actions, as described in Part II, Item 1 – Legal Proceedings , are examples of disputes and litigation that impact our business. We expect to be involved in similar legal proceedings in the future, including proceedings to ensure proper and full payment of royalties by licensees under the terms of their license agreements.

These existing and any future legal actions may harm either or both of our business segments, and may hinder our ability to independently optimize each of them. For example, they could cause an existing licensee or strategic partner to cease making royalty or other payments to us, or to challenge the validity and enforceability of our patents or the scope of our license agreements, and could significantly damage our relationship with such licensee or strategic partner and, as a result, prevent the adoption of our other Intellectual Property or DigitalOptics technologies by such licensee or strategic partner. Litigation could also severely disrupt or shut down the business operations of our licensees or strategic partners, which in turn would significantly harm our ongoing relations with them and cause us to lose royalty revenues. Moreover, the timing and results of any of our legal proceedings are not predictable and may vary in any individual proceeding.

From time to time we identify products that we believe to infringe our patents. We seek to license the manufacturer of those products but often the manufacturer is unwilling to enter into a license agreement and then we may elect to enforce our patent rights against those products. Litigation stemming from these or other disputes could also harm our relationships with other licensees or our ability to gain new customers, who may postpone licensing decisions pending the outcome of the litigation or dispute, or who may, as a result of such litigation, choose not to adopt our technologies. In addition, these legal proceedings could be very expensive and may reduce or eliminate our profits.

The costs associated with legal proceedings are typically high, relatively unpredictable and not completely within our control. These costs may be materially higher than expected, which could adversely affect our operating results and lead to volatility in the price of our common stock. Whether or not determined in our favor or ultimately settled, litigation diverts our managerial, technical, legal and financial resources from our business operations. Furthermore, an adverse decision in any of these legal actions could result in a loss of our proprietary rights, subject us to significant liabilities, require us to seek licenses from others, limit the value of our licensed technology or otherwise negatively impact our stock price or our business and consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Even if we prevail in our legal actions, significant contingencies will exist to their settlement and final resolution, including the scope of the liability of each party, our ability to enforce judgments against the parties, the ability and willingness of the parties to make any payments owed or agreed upon and the dismissal of the legal action by the relevant court, none of which are completely within our control. Parties that may be obligated to pay us royalties could be insolvent or decide to alter their business activities or corporate structure, which could affect our ability to collect royalties from such parties.

From time to time we enter into license agreements that include pricing or payment terms that provide for fluctuations in our quarterly results of operations.

From time to time we enter into license agreements that include pricing or payment terms that result in quarter-to-quarter fluctuations in our revenues, such as volume pricing adjustments. The effect of these terms may also cause our aggregate annual royalty revenues to grow less rapidly than annual growth in overall unit shipments in the applicable end market.

Recent changes to U.S. patent laws and proposed changes to the rules of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office may adversely impact our business.

Our business relies in part on the uniform and historically consistent application of U.S. patent laws and regulations. There are numerous recent changes and proposed changes to the patent laws and proposed changes to the rules of the PTO, which may have a significant impact on our ability to protect our technology and enforce our intellectual property rights. For example, on September 16, 2011, President Obama signed the Leahy-Smith America Invents Act which codifies significant changes to the U.S. patent laws, including, among other things, changing from a “first to invent” to a “first inventor to file” system, limiting where a patentee may file a patent suit, requiring the apportionment of patent damages, replacing interference proceedings with derivation actions and creating a post-grant opposition process to challenge patents after they have been issued. The effects of these changes on our patent portfolio and business have yet to be determined, as the PTO must still implement regulations relating to these changes and the courts have yet to address the new provisions. In addition, in recent years, the courts have interpreted U.S. patent laws and regulations differently, and in particular the U.S. Supreme Court has decided a number of patent cases and continues to actively review more patent cases than it has in the past. Some of these changes or potential changes may not be advantageous for us, and may make it more difficult to obtain adequate patent protection or to enforce our patents against parties using them without a license or payment of royalties. These changes or potential changes could increase the costs and uncertainties surrounding the prosecution of our patent applications and the enforcement or defense of our patent rights, and could have a deleterious effect on our licensing program and, therefore, the royalties we can collect.

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Some of our license agreements may convert to fully paid-up licenses at the expiration of their terms, and we may not receive royalties after that time.

Tessera, Inc.’s license agreement with Texas Instruments, Inc. automatically converts to a fully paid-up license on December 31, 2013, assuming that Texas Instruments complies with all terms and conditions of the license agreement up through its expiration. Tessera, Inc.’s license agreements with Samsung Electronics Co, Ltd. and Hynix Semiconductor Inc. each convert to a fully paid-up license after the expiration of its extended term in May 2017. We may not receive further royalties from licensees for any licensed technology under those agreements if they convert to fully paid-up licenses because such licensees will be entitled to continue using some, if not all, of Tessera, Inc.’s relevant intellectual property under the terms of the license agreements without further payment, even if relevant patents are still in effect. If we cannot find another source of revenue to replace the revenues from these license agreements converting to fully paid-up licenses, our results of operations following such conversion would be materially adversely affected.

The current DRAM market conditions are challenging, and if such conditions do not improve, it may have a material adverse effect on our business.

Current conditions in the DRAM market are challenging. Prices for many DRAM chips are less than our licensees’ or potential licensees’ variable costs of making that chip. The DRAM market has gone through many cycles of unprofitability, resulting in the bankruptcy, consolidation or discontinuation of DRAM production by many semiconductor companies. For example, Elpida Memory Inc. filed for bankruptcy protection in 2012, and Micron Technology, Inc. has subsequently entered into a definitive sponsor agreement to acquire and support Elpida Memory Inc., which is expected to close in the first half of 2013 subject to numerous closing conditions and approvals. We are unable to predict the effect of the current market conditions on our licensees or potential licensees. The poor profitability, bankruptcy, consolidation or discontinuation of DRAM production by any of these companies could have a material adverse effect on our business.

A significant amount of our royalty revenues comes from a few end markets and products, and our business could be harmed if demand for these market segments or products declines.

A significant portion of our royalty revenues comes from the manufacture and sale of packaged semiconductor chips for dynamic random memories, digital signal processors, application-specific standard product semiconductors, application-specific integrated circuits and memory. In addition, we derive substantial revenues from the incorporation of our technology into mobile devices. If demand for semiconductors in any one or a combination of these market segments or products declines, our royalty revenues will be reduced significantly and our business would be harmed.

Our revenues are concentrated in a few customers and if we lose any of these customers our revenues could decrease substantially.

We earn a significant amount of our revenues from a limited number of customers. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012, there were four and two customers, respectively, that each accounted for 10% or more of total revenues. We expect that a significant portion of our revenues will continue to come from a limited number of customers for the foreseeable future. If we lose any of these customers, our revenues could decrease substantially. Powertech Technology Inc. (“PTI”), one of our customers that accounted for 10% or more of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2011 filed a complaint against Tessera, Inc. in December of 2011, seeking a declaratory judgment that PTI had the right to terminate its license agreement due to a breach of contract by Tessera, Inc., and subsequently notified Tessera, Inc. in June 2012 of its purported termination of its license agreement. See Part II, Item 1 — Legal Proceedings for additional detail. PTI also notified Tessera, Inc. in its June 2012 letter that PTI will make a final payment under the license agreement in July. If we are not able to continue or to replace the revenue from PTI or if we receive an adverse determination in the litigation with PTI, it could have a substantial adverse impact on our royalty revenue in the near term. In addition, our license agreement with Micron Technology, Inc., our other customer that accounted for 10% or more of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2011, expired in May 2012. If we are not able to enter into a new license agreement with Micron Technology, Inc., it would have a substantial adverse impact on our royalty revenue in the near term.

The long-term success of our Intellectual Property business is dependent on a royalty-based business model, which is inherently risky.

The long-term success of our Intellectual Property business is dependent on future royalties paid to us by licensees. Royalty payments under our licenses are primarily based upon the number of electrical connections to the semiconductor chip in a package covered by our licensed technology. We also have royalty arrangements in which royalties are paid based on a percent of net sales, a per package, or a per unit sold basis. We are dependent upon our ability to structure, negotiate and enforce agreements for the determination and payment of royalties, as well as upon our licensees’ compliance with their agreements. We face risks inherent in a royalty-based business model, many of which are outside of our control, such as the following:

• the rate of adoption and incorporation of our technology by semiconductor manufacturers and assemblers;

• the willingness and ability of materials and equipment suppliers to produce materials and equipment that support our licensed technology, in a quantity sufficient to enable volume manufacturing;

• the ability of our licensees to purchase such materials and equipment on a cost-effective and timely basis;

• the demand for products incorporating semiconductors that use our licensed technology;

• the cyclicality of supply and demand for products using our licensed technology;

• the impact of economic downturns; and

• the timing of receipt of royalty reports may not meet our revenue recognition criteria resulting in fluctuation in our results of operations.

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It is difficult for us to verify royalty amounts owed to us under our licensing agreements, and this may cause us to lose revenues.

The terms of our license agreements generally require our licensees to document their use of our technology and report related data to us on a quarterly basis. Although our license terms generally give us the right to audit books and records of our licensees to verify this information, audits can be expensive, time consuming, and may not be cost justified based on our understanding of our licensees’ businesses. Our license compliance program audits certain licensees to review the accuracy of the information contained in their royalty reports in an effort to decrease the likelihood that we will not receive the royalty revenues to which we are entitled under the terms of our license agreements, but we cannot give assurances that such audits will be effective to that end.

The future success of our DigitalOptics business depends on our ability to become a vertically integrated camera module supplier.

As part of our DigitalOptics business, we currently derive revenues from licenses to and royalties from our DigitalOptics technologies in consumer electronics, such as mobile phones, digital still cameras, wireless devices, personal computers and other consumer electronics. Our future success depends upon transitioning our image enhancement solutions into the mobile imaging market through delivering revolutionary MEMS actuators and becoming a vertically integrated camera module supplier. Any of the following factors could limit the growth of our DigitalOptics technology, and therefore could have an adverse effect on our business and results of operations:

• our ability to innovate and provide solutions at lower costs, with improved performance, or with more enhanced features than our competitors;

• the relevant markets’ rate of adoption of our DigitalOptics technologies;

• our ability to build a robust supply chain to support product ramp plans; and

• our competitors who may have superior products or solutions which take away market shares or design wins from us.

The markets for semiconductors and related products and camera modules are highly concentrated, and we may have limited opportunities to license our technologies or sell our products.

The semiconductor industry is highly concentrated in that a small number of semiconductor designers and manufacturers account for a substantial portion of the purchases of semiconductor products generally, including our products and products incorporating our technologies. Consolidation in the semiconductor industry may increase this concentration. For example, Micron Technology, Inc. entered into a definitive sponsor agreement to acquire and support Elpida Memory Inc., which is expected to close in the first half of 2013 subject to numerous closing conditions and approvals. Accordingly, we expect that licenses of our technologies and sales of our products will be concentrated with a limited number of customers for the foreseeable future. As we acquire new technologies and integrate them into our product line, we will need to establish new relationships to sell these products. Our financial results depend in significant part on our success in establishing and maintaining relationships with, and effecting substantial sales to, these customers. Even if we are successful in establishing and maintaining such relationships, our financial results will be dependent in large part on these customers’ sales and business results. This is also true for the camera module market which is the target market for our DigitalOptics business. In this market, a small number of original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”) account for a substantial portion of purchases of camera-enabled cell phones and other mobile devices. We have been promoting the adoption of our technologies in this market through the supply chain infrastructure by signing licenses with the sensor, lens and camera manufacturers and assemblers. Consolidation of the OEMs may affect our licensees’ ability to maintain or establish relationships with these OEMs through which they sell products incorporating our DigitalOptics technologies. As a result, our financial results could be materially adversely affected.

We make significant investments in new products and services that may not achieve technological feasibility or profitability or that may limit our revenue growth.

We have made and will continue to make significant investments in research, development, and marketing of new technologies, products and services, including MEMS-based auto-focus technologies, EDoF, OptiML Zoom and other image quality enhancement technologies, and thermal management technology. Investments in new technologies are speculative and technological feasibility may not be achieved. Commercial success depends on many factors including innovativeness and demand for the technology, availability of materials and equipment, selling price the market is willing to bear, competition and effective licensing or product sales. We may not achieve significant revenues from new product and service investments for a number of years, if at all. Moreover, new technologies, products and services may not be profitable, and even if they are profitable, operating margins for new products and businesses may not be as high as the margins we have experienced historically or originally anticipated.

Competing technologies may harm our business.

We expect that our technologies will continue to compete with technologies of internal design groups at semiconductor manufacturers, assemblers, electronic component and system manufacturers, image sensor and lens manufacturers and camera module companies such as Omnivision Technologies, Inc., Aptina Imaging Corporation, STMicroelectronics, Inc., Samsung Electronics Co, Ltd., and Toshiba Corporation. The internal design groups of these companies create their own packaging, imaging and optics solutions. If these internal design

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groups design around our patents or introduce unique solutions superior to our technology, they may not need to license our technology. These groups may design technology that is less expensive to implement or that enables products with higher performance or additional features. Many of these groups have substantially greater resources, greater financial strength and lower cost structures which may allow them to undercut our price. They also have the inherent advantage of access to internal corporate strategies, technology roadmaps and technical information. As a result, they may be able to bring alternative solutions to market more easily and quickly.

For our DigitalOptics technologies, our OptiML Focus technology enables camera modules to automatically focus without any moving parts by employing extended depth of field technology. Our MEMS-based auto-focus technology enables high-precision control of a moving lens for auto-focus functionality with a small form factor. These technologies compete with auto-focus technologies including traditional lens-motion-type auto-focus, emerging lens-modification-type auto-focus, solutions using voice coil motor technology, and also other computational-type auto-focus solutions and other solutions and technologies provided by companies such as DxO Labs. Our Micro-optics products such as the diffractive optical elements used in off-axis illumination for lithography, face competition from products offered by other Micro-optics manufacturers such as JenOptik A.G. as well as emerging technologies such as ASML’s FlexRay technology. Our wafer-level camera solution competes with both the traditional lens vendors who enjoy an established supply chain, as well as other wafer-level optics technologies offered by companies such as Heptagon Oy and Anteryon B.V. For the embedded image enhancement technologies such as Face Detection and our other Face Tools products, our offerings compete with other image processing software vendors such as ArcSoft, Inc. as well as internal design groups of our customers providing similar technologies by employing different approaches. We also expect to see other competing technologies emerge.

In the future, our licensed technologies may also compete with other technologies that emerge. These technologies may be less expensive and provide higher or additional performance. Companies with these competing technologies may also have greater resources. Technological change could render our technologies obsolete, and new, competitive technologies could emerge that achieve broad adoption and adversely affect the use of our technologies and intellectual property.

If we do not successfully further develop and commercialize the technologies we acquire, or cultivate strategic relationships that expand our licensable technology portfolio, our competitive position could be harmed and our operating results adversely affected.

We also attempt to expand our licensable technology portfolio and technical expertise by acquiring and further developing new technologies or developing strategic relationships with others. These strategic relationships may include the right for us to sublicense technology and intellectual property to others. However, we may not be able to acquire or obtain rights to licensable technology and intellectual property in a timely manner or upon commercially reasonable terms. Even if we do acquire such rights, some of the technologies we invest in may be commercially unproven and may not be adopted or accepted by the industry. Moreover, our research and development efforts, and acquisitions and strategic relationships, may be futile if we do not accurately predict the future needs of the semiconductor, consumer and communication electronics, and consumer imaging industries. Our failure to acquire new technologies that are commercially viable in the semiconductor, consumer and communication electronics, and consumer imaging industries could significantly harm our business, financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

The way we integrate internally developed and acquired technologies into our products and licensing programs may not be accepted by customers.

We have devoted, and expect to continue to devote, considerable time and resources to developing, acquiring and integrating new and existing technologies into our products and licensing programs. However, if customers do not accept the way we have integrated our technologies, they may adopt competing solutions. In addition, as we introduce new products or licensing programs, we cannot predict with certainty if and when our customers will transition to those new products or licensing programs. If customers fail to accept new or upgraded products or licensing programs incorporating our technologies, our financial position, results of operations or cash flows could be adversely impacted.

If we fail to protect and enforce our intellectual property rights and our confidential information, our business will suffer.

We rely primarily on a combination of license, development and nondisclosure agreements and other contractual provisions and patent, trademark, trade secret and copyright laws to protect our technology and intellectual property. If we fail to protect our technology and intellectual property, our licensees and others may seek to use our technology and intellectual property without the payment of license fees and royalties, which could weaken our competitive position, reduce our operating results and increase the likelihood of costly litigation. The growth of our business depends in large part on our ability to obtain intellectual property rights in a timely manner, our ability to convince third parties of the applicability of our intellectual property rights to their products, and our ability to enforce our intellectual property rights against them.

In certain instances, we attempt to obtain patent protection for portions of our technology, and our license agreements typically include both issued patents and pending patent applications. If we fail to obtain patents in a timely manner or if the patents issued to us do not cover all of the inventions disclosed in our patent applications, others could use portions of our technology and intellectual property without the payment of license fees and royalties. For example, our business may suffer if we are unable to obtain patent protection in a timely manner from the PTO due to processing delays resulting from examiner turnover and a continuing backlog of patent applications.

We also rely on trade secret laws rather than patent laws to protect other portions of our proprietary technology. However, trade secrets can be difficult to protect. The misappropriation of our trade secrets or other proprietary information could seriously harm our business. We protect our proprietary technology and processes, in part, through confidentiality agreements with our employees, consultants, suppliers and customers. We cannot be certain that these contracts have not been and will not be breached, that we will be able to timely detect unauthorized use or

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transfer of our technology and intellectual property, that we will have adequate remedies for any breach, or that our trade secrets will not otherwise become known or be independently discovered by competitors. If we fail to use these mechanisms to protect our technology and intellectual property, or if a court fails to enforce our intellectual property rights, our business will suffer. We cannot be certain that these protection mechanisms can be successfully asserted in the future or will not be invalidated or challenged.

Further, the laws and enforcement regimes of certain countries do not protect our technology and intellectual property to the same extent as do the laws and enforcement regimes of the U.S. For example, it may be particularly difficult to protect our DigitalOptics technology and intellectual property in the manufacturing facility in Zhuhai, China that we acquired in June 2012. Therefore, in certain jurisdictions, including China, we may be unable to protect our technology and intellectual property adequately against unauthorized use, which could adversely affect our business.

Our business may suffer if third parties assert that we violate their intellectual property rights.

Third parties may claim that we or our customers are infringing upon their intellectual property rights. Even if we believe that such claims are without merit, they can be time-consuming and costly to defend against and will divert management’s attention and resources away from our business. Furthermore, third parties making such claims may be able to obtain injunctive or other equitable relief that could block our ability to further develop or commercialize some or all of our products or services in the U.S. and abroad. Claims of intellectual property infringement also might require us to enter into costly settlement or license agreements or pay costly damage awards. Even if we have an agreement that provides for a third party to indemnify us against such costs, the indemnifying party may be unable to perform its contractual obligations under the agreement. If we cannot or do not license the infringed intellectual property at all or on reasonable terms, or substitute similar technology from another source, our business, financial position, results of operations or cash flows could suffer.

Failure by the semiconductor industry to adopt our packaging technology for the next generation high performance DRAM chips would significantly harm our business.

To date, our packaging technology has been used by several companies for high performance DRAM chips. For example, packaging using our technology is used for DDR2 and DDR3 DRAM and we currently have licensees, including Hynix Semiconductor Inc., Micron Technology, Inc., and Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd., who are paying royalties for DRAM chips in advanced packages.

DRAM manufacturers are also currently developing next generation high performance DRAM chips, including next generation of DDR referred to as DDR4, to meet increasing speed and performance requirements of electronic products. We believe that these next-generation, high performance DRAM chips will require advanced packaging technologies such as CSP.

We anticipate that royalties from shipments of these next-generation, high performance DRAM chips packaged using our technology may account for a significant percentage of our future revenues. If semiconductor manufacturers do not continue to use packages employing our technology for the next generation of high performance DRAM and find a viable alternative packaging technology for use with next generation high performance DRAM chips, or if we do not receive royalties from next generation, high performance DRAM chips that use our technology, our future revenues could be adversely affected.

Our technology may be too expensive for certain next generation high performance DRAM manufacturers, which could significantly reduce the adoption rate of our packaging technology in next generation high performance DRAM chips. Even if our package technology is selected for at least some of these next generation high performance DRAM chips, there could be delays in the introduction of products utilizing these chips that could materially affect the amount and timing of any royalty payments that we receive. Other factors that could affect adoption of our technology for next generation high performance DRAM products include delays or shortages of materials and equipment and the availability of testing services.

Our licensing cycle is lengthy and costly, and our marketing, legal and sales efforts may be unsuccessful.

We generally incur significant marketing, legal and sales expenses prior to entering into our license agreements, generating a license fee and establishing a royalty stream from each licensee. The length of time it takes to establish a new licensing relationship can take 18 months or longer for an Intellectual Property license and 24 months or longer for a DigitalOptics license. As such, we may incur significant losses in any particular period before any associated revenue stream begins.

Tessera Intellectual Property Corp. incurs significant reverse engineering expenditures on products of potential licensee in order to prepare sales and marketing collateral. We employ intensive marketing and sales efforts to educate licensees, potential licensees and original equipment manufacturers about the benefits of our technologies. In addition, even if these companies adopt our technologies, they must devote significant resources to integrate fully our technologies into their operations. If our marketing and sales efforts are unsuccessful, then we will not be able to achieve widespread acceptance of our technology. In addition, ongoing litigation could impact our ability to gain new licensees which could have an adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.

If our licensees delay or are unable to make payments to us due to financial difficulties, or shift their licensed products to other companies to lower their royalties to us, our operating results and cash flows could be adversely affected.

A number of companies in the semiconductor and consumer electronics industries are facing severe financial difficulties. As a result, there have been recent bankruptcies and restructuring of companies in these industries. Our licensees may face similar financial difficulties which may

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result in their inability to make payments to us in a timely manner or if at all. In addition, our licensees may merge with or may shift the manufacture of licensed products to companies that are not currently licensees to us. This could make the collection process complex and difficult which could adversely impact our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

The success of our recently acquired manufacturing facility in Zhuhai, China will depend on our ability to realize the anticipated benefits from integrating the acquired business and assets into our operations.

We may fail to realize the anticipated benefits from our integration of the manufacturing facility and related assets that we acquired in Zhuhai, China from Flextronics International, Ltd. in June 2012 (the “Zhuhai Transaction”) on a timely basis, or at all, for a variety of reasons, including the following:

• difficulties operating in the People’s Republic of China, where the Company has limited direct prior experience;

• difficulties integrating the relatively large number of personnel from the acquired business into our human resource processes and programs;

• failure to maintain relationships with existing suppliers of the acquired business or to obtain alternate sources of supply for such business;

• failure of existing customers of the acquired business to continue or renew their commercial relationship with us as a result of the acquisition; and

• failure to integrate our existing DigitalOptics technologies, such as our MEMS solutions, with the manufacturing capabilities of the acquired business.

Our failure to successfully integrate the acquired business and assets may delay or undermine our ability to execute on our business plan for the DigitalOptics business, which would adversely affect our business and operations.

We do not have extensive experience in manufacturing and marketing products, and as a result, may be unable to successfully execute on our business plan for the DigitalOptics segment.

We acquired our first large-scale manufacturing operation in the Zhuhai Transaction. We are also investing in lens design and manufacturing capability. While we have hired personnel with manufacturing and product marketing experience, we do not, as a company, have extensive experience in these areas. Therefore, our relative lack of experience may make it difficult for us to manufacture DigitalOptics products in commercial quantities while meeting the quality, price, engineering, design, and production standards required to profitably market those products. Even if we are successful in integrating and developing our manufacturing capabilities and processes, we do not know whether we will do so in time to satisfy the requirements of customers. Failure to meet the manufacturing requirements of customers, including Tier One OEMs, and the failure to successfully market our products to such customers, would adversely affect our business and results of operations.

Our manufacturing operations could expose us to liabilities and claims that we have not previously experienced, and such operations, as well as our entire DigitalOptics business, could be subject to litigation risks arising from our Intellectual Property business.

Our commencement of large-scale manufacturing operations resulting from the completion of the Zhuhai Transaction could significantly increase the risk that our DigitalOptics business becomes subject to claims of infringement of third-party intellectual property rights. We do not have prior experience in such manufacturing for markets in which third parties may hold a substantial body of patents and other intellectual property rights. Moreover, the risks of third-party infringement claims could be heightened by our need to engage in enforcement activities in our Intellectual Property business, as existing or potential customers of our Intellectual Property business may seek to assert infringement claims against our DigitalOptics business in response to our enforcement activities in our Intellectual Property business. Competitors of our DigitalOptics business would not be subject to such heightened risk of third-party claims, and such claims could adversely affect our DigitalOptics business as well as impair our enforcement ability and results in our Intellectual Property business. Although a separation of our DigitalOptics business might partially abate our heightened vulnerability in this regard, such a separation remains speculative, and there can be no assurance that we ultimately will determine to separate or to be successful in separating such business.

As a larger portion of our revenues is generated from product sales, we may rely on outsourced high volume manufacturing, which is inherently risky.

As we integrate internally developed technologies into products, we may rely on outsourced high volume manufacturing by utilizing third party foundry, packaging, assembly and test capabilities. Doing so could present risks to our operations, including:

• reduced control over delivery schedules, yields, capacity and quality assurance;

• limited number of vendors capable of manufacturing our high technology products;

• limited availability of vendor capacity for our products which may delay time to market;

• failure of vendors to meet our technical requirements;

• difficulty in determining target inventory levels based on forecasted demand, which may not be reliable;

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• infringement or misappropriation of other third parties’ or our intellectual property;

• limited warranties on products and services supplied to us; and

• overhead costs of developing and maintaining a global supply chain.

If any vendor in the supply chain materially fails to perform, or if we are required to find an alternate vendor and are not able to do so on a timely basis, or if these vendors materially increase their prices, our business strategy could be harmed and our results of operations could be adversely affected.

We could experience losses due to product liability claims which could result in substantial costs to us.

We sell products and provide services that may subject us to product liability claims in the future. Although we carry liability insurance in amounts that we believe are appropriate, product liability claims can be costly and any future product liability claim made against us may exceed the coverage limits of our insurance policies, be excluded from coverage under the terms of our policies or cause us to record a self-insured loss. A product liability claim in excess of our insurance policies could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. Even if a product liability loss is covered by our insurance policies, such policies contain substantial retentions and deductibles that we would be required to pay. Our existing insurance may not be renewed at a cost and level of coverage comparable to that presently in effect, or at all. The payment of retentions or deductibles for a significant amount of claims could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial position, results of operations or cash flow.

Our DigitalOptics solutions currently rely on the use of certain materials from a single supplier or a limited number of suppliers. The lack of availability of these materials could delay the execution of our business strategy and adversely affect our revenues.

We currently rely on the use of certain materials available from a single supplier or a limited number of suppliers for the manufacturing of our small form factor micro-optics. If any or some of these materials become unavailable, or, if any of these suppliers cease operations and we cannot find an alternative source, our development efforts could be delayed and our revenues from our DigitalOptics business could be adversely affected.

Our financial and operating results may vary, which may cause the price of our common stock to decline.

Our quarterly operating results have fluctuated in the past and are likely to do so in the future. Because our operating results are difficult to predict, you should not rely on quarterly or annual comparisons of our results of operations as an indication of our future performance. Factors that could cause our operating results to fluctuate during any period or that could adversely affect our ability to achieve our strategic objectives include those listed in this “ Risk Factors “section of this report and the following:

• the timing of and compliance with license or service agreements and the terms and conditions for payment to us of license or service fees under these agreements;

• fluctuations in our royalties caused by the pricing terms of certain of our license agreements;

• changes in our royalties caused by changes in demand for products incorporating semiconductors that use our licensed technology;

• decrease in our revenues caused by price erosion on high performance camera modules incorporating our DigitalOptics technologies;

• the amount of our product and service revenues;

• the timing of obtaining design wins and manufacturing plan for our MEMS solutions;

• changes in the level of our operating expenses;

• delays in our introduction of new technologies or market acceptance of these new technologies through new license agreements;

• our ability to protect or enforce our intellectual property rights or the terms of our agreements;

• legal proceedings affecting our patents, patent applications or license agreements;

• the timing of the introduction by others of competing technologies;

• changes in demand for semiconductor chips in the specific end markets in which we concentrate;

• changes in demand for semiconductor capital equipment, digital still cameras and other camera-enabled devices including cell phones, security systems and personal computers;

• the timing of the conclusion of license agreements;

• the time it takes to establish new licensing arrangements could be lengthy;

• the timing of meeting the requirements for revenue recognition under accounting principles;

• changes in accounting principles; and

• cyclical fluctuations in semiconductor markets generally.

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Due to fluctuations in our operating results, reports from market and security analysts, litigation-related developments, and other factors, the price at which our common stock will trade is likely to continue to be highly volatile. In future periods, if our revenues or operating results are below the estimates or expectations of public market analysts and investors, our stock price could decline. In the past, securities class action litigation has often been brought against companies following a decline in the market price of their securities. If our stock price is volatile, we may become involved in this type of litigation in the future. Any litigation could result in substantial costs and a diversion of management’s attention and resources that are needed to successfully run our business.

Our stockholders may not receive the level of dividends provided for in our dividend policy or any dividend at all, and any decrease in or suspension of the dividend could cause our stock price to decline.

Our initial dividend policy, adopted and announced in March 2012, contemplates the payment of a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share on our outstanding common stock. We expect to continue to pay quarterly cash dividends on our common stock at the rate set forth in our current dividend policy. However, the dividend policy and the payment of future cash dividends under the policy are subject to the final determination each quarter by our Board of Directors that the policy remains in our best interests, which determination will be based on a number of factors, including our earnings, financial condition, capital resources and capital requirements, alternative uses of capital, economic condition and other factors considered relevant by the Board of Directors. Given these considerations, our Board of Directors may increase or decrease the amount of the dividend at any time and may also decide to suspend or discontinue the payment of cash dividends in the future. Any decrease in the amount of the dividend, or suspension or discontinuance of payment of a dividend, could cause our stock price to decline.

The investment of our cash, cash equivalents and investments in marketable debt securities are subject to risks which may cause losses and affect the liquidity of these investments.

At September 30, 2012, we held approximately $125.0 million in cash and cash equivalents and $341.0 million in short-term investments. These investments include various financial securities such as municipal bonds and notes, corporate bonds and notes, commercial paper, treasury and agency notes and bills, and money market funds. The weakened financial markets, originally caused by the sub-prime mortgage crisis in the U.S., has at times adversely impacted the general credit, liquidity, market and interest rates for these and other types of debt securities. Additionally, changes in monetary policy by the Federal Open Market Committee and recent concerns about the rising U.S. government debt level may cause a decrease in the purchasing power of the U.S. dollar and adversely affect our investment portfolio. The financial market and monetary risks associated with our investment portfolio may have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.

The economic downturn and weakened financial markets could negatively affect our businesses, results of operations and financial condition.

Slow economic activity, high unemployment, concerns about inflation and energy costs, decreased business and consumer confidence, reduced corporate profits and capital spending, adverse business conditions and liquidity concerns have contributed to and continue to contribute to a challenging economic environment. This environment makes it difficult for our customers, our vendors and us to accurately forecast and plan future business activities and has caused businesses to slow spending on our products and services. Our major licensees have experienced reductions in semiconductor sales which could materially and adversely affect our revenues, results of operations and financial condition. Furthermore, the constraints in the capital and credit markets may limit the ability of our customers to timely borrow and access the capital and credit markets to meet their liquidity needs, which could result in an impairment of their ability to make timely payments to us and reduce their demand for our products and services, which could materially and adversely impact our results of operations or cash flows.

We operate in a highly cyclical semiconductor industry, which is subject to significant downturns.

The semiconductor industry has historically been cyclical and is characterized by wide fluctuations in product supply and demand. From time to time, this industry has experienced significant downturns, often in connection with, or in anticipation of, declining economic conditions, maturing product and technology cycles, and excess inventories. This cyclicality could cause our operating results to decline dramatically from one period to the next. Our business depends heavily upon the volume of production by our licensees, which, in turn, depends upon the current and anticipated market demand for semiconductors and products that use semiconductors. Similarly, our product revenues rely at least in part upon the demand of the semiconductor equipment market. Semiconductor manufacturers and package assembly companies generally sharply curtail their spending during industry downturns, such as in the current global economic downturn, and historically have lowered their spending more than the decline in their revenues. As a result, the impact of the current global economic downturn on our businesses is exacerbated by the cyclicality of the semiconductor industry. If we are unable to control our expenses adequately in response to lower revenues from our licensees and service customers in the current or any future economic downturn, our operating results may suffer and we may experience operating losses.

Changes in financial accounting or existing taxation standards, rules, practices or interpretation may cause adverse unexpected revenue and expense fluctuations which may impact our reported results of operations.

We prepare our consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP. These principles are subject to interpretations by the SEC and various accounting bodies. In addition, we are subject to various taxation rules in many jurisdictions. The existing taxation rules are generally complex, frequently changing and often ambiguous. Changes to existing taxation rules, changes to the financial accounting standards

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such as the proposed convergence to international financial reporting standards, or any changes to the interpretations of these standards or rules may adversely affect our reported financial results or the way we conduct our business. Recent accounting pronouncements and their estimated potential impact on our business are addressed in Note 3 — “Recent Accounting Pronouncements ” in the Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

The international nature of our business exposes us to financial and regulatory risks that may have a negative impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flow, and we may have difficulty protecting our intellectual property in some foreign countries.

We derive a significant portion of our revenues from licensees headquartered outside of the U.S. We have also expanded our operations outside of the U.S., including manufacturing operations in China and Taiwan, and our research and development facilities in Israel, Ireland, Japan, Romania and Taiwan to design, develop, test or market certain technologies. International operations are subject to a number of risks, including but not limited to the following:

• fluctuations in exchange rates between the U.S. dollar and foreign currencies as our revenues are denominated principally in U.S. dollars and a portion of our costs are based in non U.S. dollars;

• security concerns, including crime, political instability, terrorist activity, armed conflict and civil or military unrest;

• changes in trade protection laws, policies and measures, and other regulatory requirements affecting trade and investment;

• regulatory requirements and prohibitions that differ between jurisdictions;

• laws and business practices favoring local companies;

• withholding tax obligations on license revenues that we may not be able to offset fully against our U.S. tax obligations, including the further risk that foreign tax authorities may re-characterize license fees or increase tax rates, which could result in increased tax withholdings and penalties;

• differing employment practices, labor issues and business and cultural factors;

• less effective protection of intellectual property than is afforded to us in the U.S. or other developed countries; and

• limited infrastructure and disruptions, such as large-scale outages or interruptions of service from utilities or telecommunications providers.

Our intellectual property is also used in a large number of foreign countries. There are many countries in which we currently have no issued patents. In addition, effective intellectual property enforcement may be unavailable or limited in some foreign countries. It may be difficult for us to protect our intellectual property from misuse or infringement by other companies in these countries. We expect this to become a greater problem for us as our licensees increase their manufacturing and sales in countries which provide less protection for intellectual property. Our inability to enforce our intellectual property rights in some countries may harm our business, financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Our business and operating results may be harmed if we are unable to manage growth in our business or if we undertake any restructuring activities or if we dispose of a business division or dispose of or discontinue any product lines.

We plan to continue the expansion of our operations, domestically and internationally, and may continue to do so through both internal growth and acquisitions. For example, in June 2012, we closed the Zhuhai Transaction. This expansion may strain our systems and management, operational and financial controls and resources. In addition, we are likely to incur higher operating costs. To manage our growth effectively, we must continue to improve and expand our management, systems and financial controls. We also need to continue to expand, train and manage our employee base. We cannot ensure that we will be able to timely and effectively meet demand and maintain the quality standards required by our existing and potential customers and licensees. Furthermore, production orders from customers and licensees of the acquired businesses may decline from historical levels. If we are unable to effectively manage our growth or we are unsuccessful in recruiting and retaining personnel, our business and operating results will be harmed.

From time to time, we may undertake to restructure our business, including the disposition of a business division, or the disposition or discontinuance of a product line. For example, in April 2011, we announced that we are exploring a possible separation of our DigitalOptics business and, in August 2011, we announced closure of our development facility located in Yokohama, Japan. There are several factors that could cause a restructuring, a disposition or a discontinuance to have an adverse effect on our business, financial position, results of operations or cash flows. These include potential disruption of our operations and our information technology systems, the timing of development of our technology, the deliveries of products or services to our customers, changes in our workforce and other aspects of our business. In addition, such actions may increase the risk of claims or threats of lawsuits by our customers or former employees. In the case of a disposition of a product line, there may be a risk of not identifying a purchaser, or, if identified, the purchase price may be less than the net asset book value for the product line. Employee morale and productivity could also suffer and we may lose employees whom we want to keep. Any restructuring, disposition or discontinuance would require substantial management time and attention and may divert management from other important work. There are no assurances that the restructuring, disposal or discontinuance will reduce our operating expenses. We may also incur other significant liabilities and costs including employee severance costs, relocation expenses, and impairment of lease obligations and long-lived assets. Moreover, we could encounter delays in executing any restructuring plans, which could cause further disruption and additional unanticipated expense.

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We may be unable to identify or complete a favorable transaction to separate our DigitalOptics business.

Although we have previously announced that we are exploring a possible separation of our DigitalOptics business and incentivized our CEO to successfully spin off one of our business segments, we have not set a definitive timetable for completing our exploration of strategic alternatives for the DigitalOptics business, and there can be no assurance that the process will result in the identification or selection of a transaction, that any transaction that is identified or selected will be completed, or that a completed transaction will be favorable to us and our stockholders. There are numerous hurdles to such a transaction, including the ongoing operating losses of the DigitalOptics business, which make it uncertain whether such business could be operated as a stand-alone company or would attract interest from any potential buyer.

In order to realize our business plan for the DigitalOptics business, we will need to invest a significant amount of capital into our DigitalOptics business and make additional acquisitions.

Even if the manufacturing operation acquired in the Zhuhai Transaction is successfully integrated into our operations, the success of our business plan for the DigitalOptics business, including the goal to become a vertically integrated camera module supplier, will require substantial additional capital expenditures, increased working capital, and additional acquisitions. For example, in July 2012 we announced plans to make an initial $30 million investment to build a manufacturing facility in Taiwan. There can be no assurance that our existing capital resources and cash from operations will be sufficient to fund such capital expenditures and make additional acquisitions, and such uncertainty could be compounded if we pursue a separation of our DigitalOptics business, a possibility we announced in April 2011. We may need to raise capital or fund acquisitions through the issuance of debt or equity securities or the sale of assets; however, we may not be able to secure debt financing or equity financing on reasonable terms, if at all. Even if we have or obtain all necessary funding, we may nevertheless be unable to identify and execute suitable acquisitions to grow the DigitalOptics business. If our existing capital resources or cash from operations are not sufficient and we are unable to obtain necessary capital to execute on our DigitalOptics business plan, or to make additional acquisitions, it would adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.

Disputes regarding our intellectual property may require us to indemnify certain licensees, the cost of which could adversely affect our business operations and financial condition.

While we generally do not indemnify our licensees, some of our license agreements in our DigitalOptics business provide limited indemnities for certain actions brought by third parties against our licensees, and some require us to provide technical support and information to a licensee that is involved in litigation for using our technology. We expect to agree to provide similar indemnity or support obligations to future licensees. Our indemnity and support obligations could result in substantial expenses. In addition to the time and expense required for us to indemnify or supply such support to our licensees, a licensee’s development, marketing and sales of licensed DigitalOptics products could be severely disrupted or shut down as a result of litigation, which in turn could have a material adverse effect on our business operations, consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

If we lose any of our key personnel or are unable to attract, train and retain qualified personnel, we may not be able to execute our business strategy effectively.

Our success depends, in large part, on the continued contributions of our key management, engineering, sales and marketing, legal and finance personnel, many of whom are highly skilled and would be difficult to replace. None of our senior management, key technical personnel or key sales personnel are bound by written employment contracts to remain with us for a specified period. In addition, we do not currently maintain key person life insurance covering our key personnel or restrictions on their post-employment ability to solicit our employees, contractors or customers if key personnel voluntarily terminate their employment. The loss of any of our senior management or other key personnel could harm our ability to implement our business strategy and respond to the rapidly changing market conditions in which we operate. Moreover, some of the individuals on our management team have been in their current positions for a relatively short period of time. Our future success will depend to a significant extent on the ability of our management team to work together effectively.

Our success also depends on our ability to attract, train and retain highly skilled managerial, engineering, sales, marketing, legal and finance personnel and on the abilities of new personnel to function effectively, both individually and as a group. Competition for qualified senior employees can be intense. For example, we are currently in the process of searching for a new president of DOC. We have also experienced, and we expect to continue to experience, difficulty in hiring and retaining highly skilled engineers with appropriate qualifications to support our growth and expansion. Further, we must train our new personnel, especially our technical support personnel, to respond to and support our licensees and customers. If we fail to do this, it could lead to dissatisfaction among our licensees or customers, which could slow our growth or result in a loss of business.

Changes to our enterprise resource planning and other key software applications could cause unexpected problems to occur and disrupt the management of our business.

As our business grows and becomes more complex, it may become necessary to expand and upgrade our enterprise resource planning system (“ERP”), and other management information systems which are critical to the operational, accounting and financial functions of our company. Significant management attention and resources would be used and extensive planning would be required to support effective implementation of a new ERP and other such systems. In addition, such implementation may carry certain risks, including the risk of significant design errors, and unexpected difficulties may arise that could materially and adversely affect the accuracy and timely reporting of our operating results and impact our ability to manage our business.

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Our business operations could suffer in the event of information technology systems’ failures or security breaches.

Despite system redundancy and the implementation of security measures within our internal and external information technology and networking systems, our information technology systems may be subject to security breaches, damages from computer viruses, natural disasters, terrorism, and telecommunication failures. Any system failure or security breach could cause interruptions in our operations in addition to the possibility of losing proprietary information and trade secrets. To the extent that any disruption or security breach results in inappropriate disclosure of our confidential information, we may incur liability or additional costs to remedy the damages caused by these disruptions or security breaches.

Decreased effectiveness of share-based compensation could adversely affect our ability to attract and retain employees.

We have historically used stock options and other forms of stock-based compensation as key components of our employee compensation program in order to align employees’ interests with the interests of our stockholders, encourage employee retention and provide competitive compensation and benefit packages. Since the adoption of the authoritative guidance on share-based payment, we have recorded significant compensation costs associated with our stock-based compensation programs. Difficulties relating to obtaining stockholder approval of equity compensation plans or changes to the plans could make it harder or more expensive for us to grant stock-based compensation to employees in the future. As a result, we may find it difficult to attract, retain and motivate employees, and any such difficulty could materially adversely affect our business.

Failure to comply with environmental regulations could harm our business.

We use hazardous substances in the manufacturing and testing of prototype products and in the development of our technologies in our research and development laboratories. We are subject to a variety of local, state, federal and foreign governmental regulations relating to the storage, discharge, handling, emission, generation, manufacture and disposal of toxic or other hazardous substances. Our past, present or future failure to comply with environmental regulations could result in the imposition of substantial fines on us, suspension of production, and alteration of our manufacturing processes or cessation of operations. Compliance with such regulations could require us to acquire expensive remediation equipment or to incur other substantial expenses. Any failure by us to control the use, disposal, removal or storage of, or to adequately restrict the discharge of, or assist in the cleanup of, hazardous or toxic substances, could subject us to significant liabilities, including joint and several liabilities under certain statutes. The imposition of such liabilities could significantly harm our business, financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Our effective tax rate depends on our ability to secure the tax benefits of our international corporate structure, on the application of the tax laws of various jurisdictions and on how we operate our business.

Our international corporate structure and intercompany arrangements, including the manner in which we market, develop, use and license our intellectual property, fund our operations and structure transactions with our international subsidiaries, may result in the reduction of our worldwide effective tax rate. Such international corporate structure and intercompany arrangements are subject to examination by the tax authorities of the jurisdictions in which we operate, including the United States. The application of the tax laws of these jurisdictions to our international business activities is subject to interpretation and depends on our ability to operate our business in a manner consistent with our corporate structure and intercompany arrangements. Moreover, such tax laws are subject to change. Tax authorities may disagree with our intercompany transfer pricing arrangements, including our transfer of intangibles, or determine that the manner in which we operate our business does not achieve the intended tax consequences. Additionally, future changes in the tax laws (such as proposed legislation to reform U.S. taxation of international business activities) may have an adverse effect on our international corporate structure and operations. The result of an adverse determination of any of the above items could increase our worldwide effective tax rate and harm our financial position and results of operations.

We have business operations located globally in places that are subject to natural disasters.

Our business operations depend on our ability to maintain and protect our facilities, computer systems and personnel. Our locations may be subject to earthquakes, hurricanes and other natural disasters. Should a hurricane, earthquake or other catastrophe, such a fire, flood, tsunami, power loss, communication failure or similar event disable our facilities, we do not have readily available alternative facilities from which we could conduct our business.

Some of our offices are located in states or countries where the local governments may be in financial crisis which may interrupt our business operations and adversely impact our results of operations.

We operate our business in many jurisdictions worldwide. Our corporate headquarters are located in the state of California which is facing significant budgetary challenges and large operating deficits. As a result, the state has stopped certain improvement projects and disrupted certain services to its residents, and the Governor has proposed significant spending cuts and revenue increases to cover the funding shortfall. Our results of operations could be adversely impacted if the state proposes additional taxation or other measures to increase its revenue through tax levies on corporations like us or on its residents, including some of our employees. In addition, we have operations in various countries, including Ireland and Romania, which may be facing financial distress. If the governments of the states or countries where we have business operations cannot provide public services, impose additional tax regulations or levies, or increase their tax examination activities, our business operations may be interrupted and our results of operations may be adversely impacted.

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We have made and may continue to make or to pursue acquisitions which could divert management’s attention, cause ownership dilution to our stockholders, or be difficult to integrate, which may adversely affect our financial results.

We have made several acquisitions, and it is our current plan to continue to acquire companies, assets, patent portfolios and technologies that we believe are strategic to our future business. Investigating businesses, assets, patent portfolios or technologies and integrating newly acquired businesses, assets, patent portfolios or technologies could put a strain on our resources, could be costly and time consuming, and might not be successful. Such activities divert our management’s attention from other business concerns. In addition, we might lose key employees while integrating new organizations or operations. Acquisitions could also result in customer dissatisfaction, performance problems with an acquired company or technology, potentially dilutive issuances of equity securities or the incurrence of debt, the assumption or incurrence of contingent liabilities, impairment charges related to goodwill and possible impairment charges related to other intangible assets or other unanticipated events or circumstances, any of which could harm our business.

Our plans to integrate and expand upon research and development programs and technologies obtained through acquisitions may result in products or technologies that are not adopted by the market. Similarly, our plans to establish and to expand manufacturing operations for new products in China and potentially other countries may result in products that do not achieve anticipated customer acceptance or sales. The market may adopt competitive solutions to our products or technologies. Consequently, we might not be successful in integrating any acquired businesses, assets, products or technologies, and might not achieve anticipated revenues and cost benefits.

There are numerous risks associated with our acquisitions of businesses, technologies and patents

We have made a number of acquisitions of businesses, technologies and patents in the recent years. These acquisitions are subject to a number of risks, including but not limited to the following:

• These acquisitions could fail to produce anticipated benefits, or could have other adverse effects that we currently do not foresee. As a result, these acquisitions could result in a reduction of net income per share as compared to the net income per share we would have achieved if these acquisitions had not occurred.

• The purchase price for each acquisition is determined based on significant judgment on factors such as projected value, quality and availability of the business, technology or patent. In addition, if other companies have similar interests in the same business, technology or patent, our ability to negotiate these acquisitions at favorable terms may be limited and the purchase price may be artificially inflated.

• Following completion of these acquisitions, we may uncover additional liabilities, patent validity, infringement or enforcement issues or unforeseen expenses not discovered during our diligence process. Any such additional liabilities, patent validity, infringement or enforcement issues or expenses could result in significant unanticipated costs not originally estimated, such as impairment charges of acquired assets and goodwill, and may harm our financial results. For example, during 2011 we recorded an impairment of goodwill of $49.7 million, mainly due to a significant decline in our market capitalization for an extended period of time.

• The integration of technologies, patent portfolios and personnel, if any, will be a time consuming and expensive process that may disrupt our operations if it is not completed in a timely and efficient manner. If our integration efforts are not successful, our results of operations could be harmed, employee morale could decline, key employees could leave, and customer relations could be damaged. In addition, we may not achieve anticipated synergies or other benefits from any of these acquisitions.

• We have incurred substantial direct transaction costs as a result of these acquisitions and anticipate incurring substantial additional costs to support the integration of these businesses and technologies. The total cost of the integration may exceed our expectations.

• Sales by the acquired businesses may be subject to different accounting treatment than our existing businesses, especially related to the recognition of revenues. This may lead to potential deferral of revenues due to new multiple-element revenue arrangements.

• There is a significant time lag between acquiring a patent portfolio and recognizing revenue from those patent assets. During that time lag, material costs are likely to be incurred in preparing licensing and/or litigation campaigns that would have a negative effect on our results of operations, cash flows and financial position.

• We may require external financing that is dilutive, presents risks of debt or shares a corporate opportunity with a third party.

• We are required to estimate and record fair values of contingent assets, liabilities, deferred tax assets and liabilities at the time of an acquisition. Even though these estimates are based on management’s best effort, the actual results may differ. Under the current accounting guidance, differences between actual results and management’s estimate could cause our operating results to fluctuate or could adversely affect our results of operations.

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If our amortizable intangible assets (such as acquired patents) or equity investments become impaired, we may be required to record a significant charge to earnings.

In addition to internal development, we intend to broaden our intellectual property portfolio through strategic relationships and acquisitions. We believe this will enhance the competitiveness and size of our current businesses and diversify into markets and technologies that complement our current businesses. These acquisitions could be in the form of asset purchases, equity investments, or business combinations. As a result, we may have intangible assets which are amortized over their estimated useful lives, equity investments, in-process research and development, and goodwill. Under U.S. GAAP, we are required to periodically review our goodwill, amortizable intangible assets, such as patent portfolio, and equity investments for impairment when events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value may not be recoverable. Factors that may be considered a change in circumstances indicating that the carrying value of our goodwill, amortizable intangible assets or equity investments may not be recoverable include a decline in future cash flows, fluctuations in market capitalization, slower growth rates in our industry or slower than anticipated adoption of our products by our customers. In 2011, we recorded an impairment of goodwill of $49.7 million due to a significant decline in our market capitalization for an extended period of time. As we continue to review for factors that may affect our business which may not be in our control, we may be required to record a significant charge to earnings in our financial statements during the period in which any impairment of our amortizable intangible assets or equity investments is determined, resulting in an adverse impact on our business, financial position or results of operations.

Compliance with changing regulation of corporate governance and public disclosure may result in additional expenses.

Changing laws, regulations and standards relating to corporate governance and public disclosure, new SEC regulations and the NASDAQ Stock Market rules, have created uncertainty for companies. These laws, regulations and standards are often subject to varying interpretations. As a result, their application in practice may evolve as new guidance is provided by regulatory and governing bodies, which could result in higher costs necessitated by ongoing revisions to disclosure and governance practices. As a result of our efforts to comply with evolving laws, regulations and standards, we have increased and may continue to increase general and administrative expenses and diversion of management time and attention from revenue-generating activities to compliance activities.

Provisions of our certificate of incorporation and bylaws or Delaware law might delay or prevent a change of control transaction and depress the market price of our stock.

Various provisions of our certificate of incorporation and bylaws might have the effect of making it more difficult for a third party to acquire, or discouraging a third party from attempting to acquire, control of our company. These provisions could limit the price that certain investors might be willing to pay in the future for shares of our common stock. Certain of these provisions eliminate cumulative voting in the election of directors, authorize the board to issue “blank check” preferred stock, prohibit stockholder action by written consent, eliminate the right of stockholders to call special meetings, limit the ability of stockholders to remove directors, and establish advance notice procedures for director nominations by stockholders and the submission of other proposals for consideration at stockholder meetings. We are also subject to provisions of Delaware law which could delay or make more difficult a merger, tender offer or proxy contest involving our company. In particular, Section 203 of the Delaware General Corporation Law prohibits a Delaware corporation from engaging in any business combination with any interested stockholder for a period of three years unless specific conditions are met. Any of these provisions could have the effect of delaying, deferring or preventing a change in control, including without limitation, discouraging a proxy contest or making more difficult the acquisition of a substantial block of our common stock.

Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

Not applicable.

Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities

Not applicable.

Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures

Not applicable.

Item 5. Other Information

Not applicable.

Item 6. Exhibits

Exhibit Number	Exhibit Title
2.1*	Amendment No. 2 to Stock and Asset Purchase Agreement, dated September 4, 2012, by and among Tessera Technologies, Inc., DigitalOptics Corporation and Flextronics International Ltd.
3.1	Restated Certificate of Incorporation (filed as Exhibit 3.2 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (SEC File No. 333-108518), effective November 12, 2003, and incorporated herein by reference)
3.2	Amended and Restated Bylaws, dated September 14, 2011, as amended August 29, 2012

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10.1	Employment Letter, dated August 15, 2012, by and between the Registrant and C. Richard Neely, Jr.
10.2	Separation Agreement, dated August 14, 2012, by and between the Registrant and Michael Anthofer
31.1	Certification of the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
31.2	Certification of the Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
32.1	Certification of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
101.INS	XBRL Instance Document
101.SCH	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
101.CAL	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
101.DEF	XBRL Taxomony Extension Definition Linkbase Document
101.LAB	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
101.PRE	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document

* The schedules to this agreement have been omitted in reliance on Item 601(b)(2) of Regulation S-K promulgated by the SEC, and a copy thereof will be furnished supplementally to the SEC upon its request.

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

Dated: November 6, 2012

Tessera Technologies, Inc.
By:	/s/    C. RICHARD NEELY, JR.
	C. Richard Neely, Jr.
	Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

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EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit Number	Exhibit Title
2.1*	Amendment No. 2 to Stock and Asset Purchase Agreement, dated September 4, 2012, by and among Tessera Technologies, Inc., DigitalOptics Corporation and Flextronics International Ltd.
3.1	Restated Certificate of Incorporation (filed as Exhibit 3.2 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (SEC File No. 333-108518), effective November 12, 2003, and incorporated herein by reference)
3.2	Amended and Restated Bylaws, dated September 14, 2011, as amended August 29, 2012
10.1	Employment Letter, dated August 15, 2012, by and between the Registrant and C. Richard Neely, Jr.
10.2	Separation Agreement, dated August 14, 2012, by and between the Registrant and Michael Anthofer
31.1	Certification of the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
31.2	Certification of the Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
32.1	Certification of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
101.INS	XBRL Instance Document
101.SCH	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
101.CAL	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
101.DEF	XBRL Taxomony Extension Definition Linkbase Document
101.LAB	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
101.PRE	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document

* The schedules to this agreement have been omitted in reliance on Item 601(b)(2) of Regulation S-K promulgated by the SEC, and a copy thereof will be furnished supplementally to the SEC upon its request.

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EX-2.1

Exhibit 2.1

AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO

STOCK AND ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

This Amendment No. 2 (this “Amendment”) is made and entered into effective as of September 4, 2012 and amends the Stock and Asset Purchase Agreement, dated as of March 1, 2012, as amended June 28, 2012 (the “Agreement”), by and among DIGITALOPTICS CORPORATION, a Delaware corporation (“Buyer”), FLEXTRONICS INTERNATIONAL LTD., a company organized under the laws of the Republic of Singapore (“Seller”), and solely with respect to matters set forth in Section 7.06, Section 7.09 and Article 10 of the Agreement, TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC., a Delaware corporation.

RECITALS

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 9.03(a) of the Agreement, the Agreement may be amended by a written instrument executed by all of the parties; and

WHEREAS, the parties desire to amend the Agreement as set forth below.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises of the parties, and for good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, it is agreed by and among the parties as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS. Capitalized terms not defined herein have the meanings ascribed to them in the Agreement.

2. AMENDMENT OF DEFINITION OF “OTHER BUSINESS ASSETS PRICE”. The definition of “Other Business Assets Price” in Section 1.01 of the Agreement is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety with the following:

“Other Business Assets Price” means US$6,767,855 (the “Original Other Business Assets Price”), to be reduced by US$81,047 on the last day of each month following June 30, 2012 through the earlier of the Second Asset Transfer Closing or December 31, 2012 (the “2012 Monthly Depreciation Deduction”), provided that the amount of each 2012 Monthly Depreciation Deduction that occurs after the First Asset Transfer Closing shall be reduced by an amount equal to (i) US$40,524 multiplied by (ii) the quotient of (A) the aggregate net book values (as represented on Schedule 1.01(a)) of the Other Business Assets delivered at the First Asset Transfer Closing divided by (B) the aggregate net book values (as represented on Schedule 1.01(a)) of all of the Other Business Assets (the “Reduced Monthly Depreciation Deduction”). If the Second Asset Transfer Closing does not occur by December 31, 2012, then the Other Business Assets Price shall be further reduced by US$81,047 on January 31, 2013 and on the last day of each month thereafter until the Second Asset Transfer Closing (the “2013 Monthly Depreciation Deduction”). Any and each such 2012 Monthly Depreciation Deduction, Reduced Monthly Depreciation Deduction and 2013 Monthly Depreciation Deduction shall be reflected in the Other Business Assets Price at the Second Asset Transfer Closing.

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3. AMENDMENT OF SCHEDULE 1.01(a). Schedule 1.01(a) to the Agreement is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety with the attached Schedule 1.01(a).

4. AMENDMENT OF SECTION 2.01. The reference to “US$23,005,256” in Section 2.01 of the Agreement shall be replaced with “US $22,811,024.”

5. AMENDMENT OF SECTION 2.02. Section 2.02 of the Agreement is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety with the following:

“Purchase and Sale of the Other Business Assets.

(a) Upon the terms and subject to the conditions of this Agreement, Seller will cause the Asset Selling Entities to sell, assign, transfer and convey to the Company by delivery, and Buyer will cause the Company to, and the Company will, purchase, acquire and receive from the Asset Selling Entities, the Other Business Assets, free and clear of all Liens, in two separate closings (each, an “Asset Transfer Closing,” and collectively, the “Asset Transfer”). The first Asset Transfer Closing (the “First Asset Transfer Closing”) will involve the delivery of the portion of the Other Business Assets identified in Schedule 1.01(a) as being delivered at the First Asset Transfer Closing (the “First Closing Assets”) and the second Asset Transfer Closing (the “Second Asset Transfer Closing”) shall involve the delivery of the remaining Other Business Assets. In consideration of the sale and transfer of the Other Business Assets to the Company, Buyer will, at Closing, deposit or cause to be deposited with the Escrow Agent an amount in cash equal to the Original Other Business Assets Price plus US$150,000 (which amount represents a good faith estimate of 50% of the Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses to be reimbursed as described in Section 2.02(b)) (the “Escrowed Reimbursement Amount”), to be held in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in the Escrow Agreement until such time as such amount is released in accordance with the terms of the Escrow Agreement.

(b) At the earlier of the date of the Second Asset Transfer Closing or, subject to Section 7.14(c), the date of the termination of this Agreement, the Buyer shall promptly reimburse Seller for (i) 50% of the Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses paid by Seller and its Affiliates and (ii) 100% of the Post-Closing VAT Adjustment. Payment of such amounts on the date of the Second Asset Transfer Closing shall be as provided in Sections 2.04(c) and 2.04(d). Following the date of the Second Asset Transfer Closing, to the extent that 50% of the aggregate Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses actually paid by Seller and its Affiliates exceeds the amounts paid to Seller or the Asset Selling Entities out of the Escrowed Reimbursement Amount pursuant to Section 2.04(c) (taking into account any payments made to Seller or the Asset Selling Entities pursuant to Section 2.04(d)), then Buyer shall, promptly following receipt of evidence of the additional payments by Seller or its Affiliates in a form reasonably

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acceptable to Buyer, reimburse Seller or its Affiliates for such difference. Notwithstanding anything in this Agreement to the contrary, if any Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses or Closing Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses are paid by Buyer and its Affiliates, 50% of such amounts may be set off against any amounts that would otherwise be required to be paid under this Section 2.02(b) or otherwise, and, if such amounts are not so set off, shall be reimbursed by Seller to Buyer, it being intended by the parties that all Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses and Closing Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses be borne one half by Seller and its Affiliates and one-half by Buyer and its Affiliates.

(c) If Seller is unable, after making good faith efforts, to cause delivery to the Company of an Other Business Asset due to circumstances out of Seller’s and its Affiliates’ control (including, but not limited to, rejection of importation of assets by P.R.C. customs authorities) and if Seller has alternate assets that are substantially similar or of as comparable utility to such Other Business Asset as commercially practicable, Seller shall use commercially reasonable efforts to present Buyer with a list of such alternative assets as a substitute for such Other Business Asset. Buyer may, at its discretion, either accept a substitute (a “Substitute Other Business Asset”) from such list or elect to reduce the Other Business Assets Purchase Price by the pro rata amount of the net book value of the Other Business Asset not delivered, as represented on Schedule 1.01(a) (an “Elective Price Reduction”).”

6. AMENDMENT OF SECTION 2.04. Section 2.04 of the Agreement is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety with the following:

“Asset Transfer Closings.

(a) The First Asset Transfer Closing shall take place at the offices of Latham & Watkins LLP, 140 Scott Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025 as soon as reasonably practicable, and no later than five Business Days, after the date when the First Closing Assets (except for First Closing Assets for which a Substitute Other Business Asset has been delivered or for which Buyer has elected to take an Elective Price Reduction) have been delivered to the Company, or at such other time and place as Seller and Buyer may mutually agree. The Second Asset Transfer Closing shall take place at the offices of Latham & Watkins LLP, 140 Scott Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025 as soon as reasonably practicable, and no later than five Business Days, after the date when all of the Other Business Assets (except for Other Business Assets for which a Substitute Other Business Asset has been delivered or for which Buyer has elected to take an Elective Price Reduction) have been delivered to the Company, or at such other time and place as Seller and Buyer may mutually agree.

(b) At or prior to each Asset Transfer Closing, Buyer shall cause the Company to deliver to the Asset Selling Entities such amounts as may be necessary to effect the importation to the Company of the Other Business Assets to be delivered in such Asset Transfer Closing. Any amounts payable to the Asset Selling Entities pursuant to the foregoing sentence shall be paid in cash by wire transfer of immediately

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available funds to an account or accounts of the Asset Selling Entities designated in writing by Seller, to be so designated no later than five Business Days prior to the date of the applicable Asset Transfer Closing. In the event that Buyer or the Company has not delivered to the Asset Selling Entities such amounts at or prior to the applicable Asset Transfer Closing, Buyer and Seller shall jointly instruct the Escrow Agent on the date of the applicable Asset Transfer Closing to release such amounts out of the Escrowed Other Business Assets Price (as defined in the Escrow Agreement) to Seller, the Asset Selling Entities or Seller’s designated Affiliate (such amounts “OBA Escrow Release Amounts”); provided, however, that if Buyer or the Company then separately delivers such amounts to the Asset Selling Entities after the applicable Asset Transfer Closing, Seller shall, or shall cause the Asset Selling Entities or Seller’s designated Affiliate to, within two Business Days of the later of such delivery or the delivery of the corresponding OBA Escrow Release Amounts, reimburse to Buyer or Buyer’s designated Affiliate the corresponding equal amounts that were delivered by the Escrow Agent pursuant to such joint instruction (the “OBA Escrow Release Repayments”). The amounts paid or released to Seller, the Asset Selling Entities or Seller’s designated Affiliates pursuant to this Section 2.04(b) are also subject to possible repayment to Buyer or Buyer’s designated Affiliate as provided in Section 2.04(c) below. Within five Business Days of the delivery of funds to the Asset Selling Entities pursuant to the first sentence of this Section 2.04(b) by the Company, and in no event later than the applicable Asset Transfer Closing, Seller and Buyer shall jointly instruct the Escrow Agent to release to Buyer (or Buyer’s designated Affiliate) an identical amount (as converted to U.S. Dollars at the applicable exchange rate quoted by Bloomberg as of the closing of the most recent day on which such exchange rate is quoted prior to the date of delivery of such funds to Seller or the Asset Selling Entities).

(c) By the date of the Second Asset Transfer Closing, Buyer shall, or shall cause its Affiliates to, deliver (A) the Other Business Assets Price (as reduced by any Elective Price Reductions) and (B) an amount equal to 50% of the Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses actually paid by Seller and its Affiliates as of the date of the Second Asset Transfer Closing (or, if less, the Escrowed Reimbursement Amount) to Seller or the Asset Selling Entities, as the case may be, by wire transfer of immediately available funds to the account or accounts designated by Seller, in the form of U.S. Dollars, in accordance with the terms set forth in the Escrow Agreement. The amounts delivered to Seller, the Asset Selling Entities or Seller’s designated Affiliates pursuant to Section 2.04(b), including the aggregate OBA Escrow Release Amounts delivered (less all OBA Escrow Release Repayments delivered), shall be treated as amounts delivered by Buyer and its Affiliates in payment of the Other Business Assets Price pursuant the foregoing sentence (together with any other payments delivered to Seller, the Asset Selling Entities and/or Seller’s designated Affiliates by the Company, Buyer or any Affiliate of Buyer in payment of the Other Business Assets Price, the “Wired Amounts”); provided, however, that to the extent the Wired Amounts are less than the Other Business Assets Price on the date of the Second Asset Transfer Closing, then Buyer and Seller shall deliver a joint written instruction to the Escrow Agent on such date to distribute to an account designated by Seller an amount out of the Escrowed Other Business Assets Price equal to the amount of the Other Business Assets Price that Seller, the Asset Selling Entities

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and/or Seller’s designated Affiliates have not received, less any amounts that are or will be covered by a separate joint instruction for OBA Escrow Release Amounts pursuant to Section 2.04(b). In the event that, as of the date that is five Business Days following the Second Asset Transfer Closing, the aggregate amount delivered to Seller, the Asset Selling Entities and/or Seller’s designated Affiliates by the Company, Buyer or any Affiliate of Buyer (including all amounts theretofore delivered by the Escrow Agent to Seller, the Asset Selling Entities and/or Seller’s designated Affiliates out of the Escrowed Other Business Asset Price, less all OBA Escrow Release Repayments theretofore delivered to Buyer or Buyer’s designated Affiliates) for the Other Business Assets and Substitute Other Business Assets, excluding any amounts delivered by the Company, Buyer or any Affiliate of Buyer for the 50% share of the Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses required to be delivered pursuant the first sentence of this Section 2.04(c) and pursuant to Section 2.04(d) (excluding such amounts, the “Other Business Assets FMV”), is greater than the Other Business Assets Price (as reduced by any Elective Price Reductions), Seller shall on such date deliver the amount by which the Other Business Assets FMV exceeds the Other Business Assets Price (as reduced by any Elective Price Reductions), if any, to Buyer or a designated Affiliate of Buyer, by wire transfer of immediately available funds to the account or accounts designated by Buyer, in the form of U.S. Dollars (the “True Up”). For the purpose of computing the True Up, to the extent that any of the amounts delivered to Seller, the Asset Selling Entities and/or Seller’s designated Affiliates by the Company, Buyer or any Affiliate of Buyer involve amounts denominated in Renminbi or any other foreign currency, such amounts shall be converted into the corresponding U.S. Dollar amounts at the applicable exchange rate quoted by Bloomberg as of the closing of the most recent day on which such an exchange rate is quoted prior to the date such amounts were delivered to Seller, the Asset Selling Entities and/or Seller’s designated Affiliates by Buyer, the Company or any Affiliate of Buyer. The True Up shall be deemed to satisfy all obligations to make OBA Escrow Release Repayments then required to be made by Seller as of the date of the True Up, but not any such obligations arising after such date. Prior to the Second Asset Transfer Closing, and as a condition to Buyer’s obligations at the Second Asset Transfer Closing, Seller shall deliver, or cause to be delivered, to Buyer evidence reasonably acceptable to Buyer of the Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses paid by Seller and its Affiliates.

(d) In the event that the Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses actually paid by Seller and its Affiliates as of the date of the Second Asset Transfer Closing (A) exceed US$300,000, Buyer shall deliver, or cause to be delivered to Seller or the Asset Selling Entities, as the case may be, an amount in cash equal to 50% of the amount by which the Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses exceeds US$300,000 by wire transfer of immediately available funds to an account or accounts designated by Seller in the form of U.S. Dollars, or (B) are less than US$300,000, Buyer and Seller shall jointly instruct the Escrow Agent to release to Buyer an amount equal to 50% of the difference between US$300,000 and the aggregate Asset Transfer Fees and Expenses actually paid by Seller and its Affiliates (for the avoidance of doubt, nothing in Section 2.04(c) and this Section 2.04(d) shall limit Buyer’s obligation under Section 2.02(b)). If Seller is required to make a True Up, then Buyer may deduct the amount of its payment obligations under this Section 2.04(d), if any, from the True Up otherwise to be received from Seller, in lieu of delivering additional cash to Seller or the Asset Selling Entities.

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(e) At each Asset Transfer Closing, Seller shall deliver, or cause to be delivered, to Buyer and the Company:

(i) a Bill of Sale duly executed by Seller and the applicable Asset Selling Entities for the Other Business Assets and Substitute Other Business Assets to be transferred at such Asset Transfer Closing; and

(ii) such other documents and instruments as Buyer and Seller mutually agree to be reasonably necessary to consummate such Asset Transfer Closing.

(f) Buyer shall deliver, or cause to be delivered, to Seller:

(i) a Bill of Sale duly executed by the Company for the Other Business Assets and Substitute Other Business Assets to be transferred at such Asset Transfer Closing; and

(ii) such other documents and instruments Buyer and Seller mutually agree to be reasonably necessary to consummate such Asset Transfer Closing.”

7. AMENDMENT OF SECTION 2.05(a)(iv). Section 2.05(a)(iv) of the Agreement is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety with the following:

“(iv) At each Asset Transfer Closing, the Company shall assume obligations and liabilities arising after the date of such Asset Transfer Closing out of the use or ownership of the Other Business Assets and Substitute Other Business Assets delivered at such Asset Transfer Closing. To the extent an Other Business Asset or a Substitute Other Business Asset is delivered prior to the date of the Asset Transfer Closing at which such asset is to be delivered (an “Early Arriving Asset”), the Company shall assume obligations and liabilities arising after the date of delivery of such Early Arriving Asset out of the use or ownership of such Early Arriving Asset; and”

8. AMENDMENT OF SECTION 3.06(a). Section 3.06(a) of the Agreement is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety with the following:

“(a) Seller and its Affiliates have good and valid title to the Zhuhai Business Assets, and the Asset Selling Entities or the Company have, or shall have at the time of the Asset Transfer Closing at which the applicable Other Business Asset or Substitute Other Business Asset is delivered, good and valid title to the Other Business Assets and Substitute Other Business Assets, in each case, free and clear of all Liens, other than Permitted Liens.”

9. AMENDMENT OF SECTION 3.14(c). The last sentence of Section 3.14(c) is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety with the following:

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“Except as set forth on Section 3.14(c) of the Seller Disclosure Schedule, the Zhuhai Business Assets and the Other Business Assets are, and each of the Other Business Assets and Substitute Other Business Assets on the date of the Asset Transfer Closing at which such Other Business Asset or Substitute Other Business Asset is delivered will be, (i) in good operating condition and repair, subject to normal wear and tear, (ii) usable in the ordinary course of business and (iii) conform in all material respects to Applicable Law relating to their construction, use and operation.”

10. AMENDMENT OF SECTION 5.03(a). Section 5.03(a) of the Agreement is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety with the following:

“(a) Except to the extent provided in Section 2.04, effective at and after the Closing, Seller hereby agrees to indemnify the Buyer Indemnified Parties and, effective at the Closing, without duplication, the Company and its successors and assignees against and agree to hold each of them harmless from any Damages suffered, incurred or paid as a result of, in connection with or arising out of (A) any Taxes of the Company with respect to any Pre-Closing Tax Period or arising out of any transaction effected prior to the Closing, (B) Taxes of Seller, the Asset Selling Entities and their Affiliates (other than the Company) for any Tax period, (C) Taxes imposed with respect to the Zhuhai Business Assets with respect to any Pre-Closing Tax Period and Taxes imposed with respect to the Other Business Assets and Substitute Other Business Assets with respect to any Tax period or portion thereof ending on or before the date of the Asset Transfer Closing at which such Other Business Assets or Substitute Other Business Assets were transferred, and (D) Taxes relating to or arising out of the settlement or other resolution of intercompany accounts and agreements as contemplated by Section 7.02. With respect to any Straddle Period, the portion of such Tax that relates to the Pre-Closing Tax Period shall be determined by applying the principles set forth in Section 5.01(b).

11. AMENDMENT OF SECTION 7.12(a). Section 7.12(a) of the Agreement is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety with the following:

“(a) After the Closing, Seller shall, and shall cause its Affiliates to, use commercially reasonable efforts to deliver the Other Business Assets (subject to substitution or deduction pursuant to Section 2.02(c)) to the Zhuhai Facility in order to effect the Asset Transfer and complete the Second Asset Transfer Closing by December 31, 2012. Without limiting the foregoing obligation, Seller shall, in any event, deliver all of the Other Business Assets (subject to substitution or deduction pursuant to Section 2.02(c)) by March 31, 2013.”

12. AMENDMENT OF SECTION 7.12(b). Section 7.12(b) of the Agreement is hereby deleted and replaced in its entirety with the following:

“(b) With respect to each Other Business Asset (subject to substitution or deduction pursuant to Section 2.02(c)), until such Other Business Asset is transferred to the Buyer or the Company in an Asset Transfer Closing pursuant to Section 2.02, Seller shall, and Seller shall cause its Affiliates:

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(i) To maintain such Other Business Asset in substantially the same condition as they are on the date of this Agreement;

(ii) Not to sell, lease, license, assign, exchange, pledge, mortgage, encumber, abandon or otherwise transfer or create or incur any Lien (other than Permitted Liens) against such Other Business Asset; and

(iii) Not to fail to comply in any material respect with any Applicable Law relating to such Other Business Asset.”

13. REFERENCES TO OTHER BUSINESS ASSETS. The references to “Other Business Asset” and “Other Business Assets” in Sections 2.07(b), 3.03, 3.24(c), 3.24(h), 3.27, 5.02, 5.03(c), 6.02(b) and 7.05 of the Agreement shall be construed to also refer to any Substitute Other Business Assets.

14. AMENDMENT TO FORM OF BILL OF SALE. The Bill of Sale for the transfer of Other Business Assets attached as Exhibit B to the Agreement is hereby amended and restated in the form of Exhibit A attached hereto.

15. CONTINUED FORCE AND EFFECT. Except as expressly provided herein, this Amendment shall not constitute an amendment, modification or waiver of any provision of the Agreement or any rights or obligations of any party under or in respect of the Agreement. Except as expressly amended herein, the provisions of the Agreement are and shall remain in full force and effect and are hereby ratified and confirmed. On and after the date hereof, each reference in the Agreement to “this Agreement” or the words “hereunder,” “hereof,” “herein” or words of similar effect referring to the Agreement shall mean and be a reference to the Agreement as amended by this Amendment. This Amendment shall be subject to, shall form a part of, and shall be governed by, the terms and conditions set forth in the Agreement, as amended by this Amendment.

16. COUNTERPARTS. This Amendment may be executed in counterparts, which together will constitute one agreement binding on the parties.

[SIGNATURE PAGE FOLLOWS]

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Amendment No. 2 to be duly executed by their respective authorized officers as of the day and year first above written.

		FLEXTRONICS INTERNATIONAL LTD.
	By:	/s/ Manny Marimuthu
		Name: Manny Marimuthu
		Title: Authorized Signatory
		DIGITALOPTICS CORPORATION
	By:	/s/ C. Richard Neely, Jr.
		Name: C. Richard Neely, Jr.
		Title: Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
With respect to matters set forth in Section 7.06, Section 7.09 and Article 10 of the Agreement only:
		TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
	By:	/s/ C. Richard Neely, Jr.
		Name: C. Richard Neely, Jr.
		Title: Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

EX-3.2

EXHIBIT 3.2

AMENDED AND RESTATED

BYLAWS

OF

TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

		Page
ARTICLE I. CORPORATE OFFICES			1
1.1	REGISTERED OFFICE		1
1.2	OTHER OFFICES		1
ARTICLE II. MEETINGS OF STOCKHOLDERS			1
2.1	PLACE OF MEETINGS		1
2.2	ANNUAL MEETING		1
2.3	SPECIAL MEETING		1
2.4	NOTICE OF STOCKHOLDERS’ MEETINGS		2
2.5	ADVANCE NOTICE OF STOCKHOLDER NOMINEES		2
2.6	ADVANCE NOTICE OF STOCKHOLDER BUSINESS		5
2.7	MANNER OF GIVING NOTICE; AFFIDAVIT OF NOTICE		7
2.8	QUORUM		7
2.9	ADJOURNED MEETING; NOTICE		7
2.10	CONDUCT OF BUSINESS		8
2.11	VOTING		8
2.12	WAIVER OF NOTICE		8
2.13	NO STOCKHOLDER ACTION BY WRITTEN CONSENT WITHOUT A MEETING		8
2.14	RECORD DATE FOR STOCKHOLDER NOTICE; VOTING		8
2.15	PROXIES		9
ARTICLE III. DIRECTORS			9
3.1	POWERS		9
3.2	NUMBER OF DIRECTORS		10
3.3	ELECTION, QUALIFICATION AND TERM OF OFFICE OF DIRECTORS		10
3.4	PLACE OF MEETINGS; MEETINGS BY TELEPHONE		11
3.5	REGULAR MEETINGS		11
3.6	SPECIAL MEETINGS; NOTICE		11
3.7	QUORUM		11
3.8	WAIVER OF NOTICE		12
3.9	BOARD ACTION BY WRITTEN CONSENT WITHOUT A MEETING		12
3.10	FEES AND COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS		12
3.11	REMOVAL OF DIRECTORS		12
3.12	APPROVAL OF LOANS TO OFFICERS		12
ARTICLE IV. COMMITTEES			13
4.1	COMMITTEES OF DIRECTORS		13
4.2	COMMITTEE MINUTES		13
4.3	MEETINGS AND ACTION OF COMMITTEES		13
ARTICLE V. OFFICERS			14
5.1	OFFICERS		14
5.2	APPOINTMENT OF OFFICERS		14
5.3	SUBORDINATE OFFICERS		14
5.4	REMOVAL AND RESIGNATION OF OFFICERS		14
5.5	VACANCIES IN OFFICES		15
5.6	CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD		15
5.7	PRESIDENT		15
5.8	VICE PRESIDENT		15
5.9	SECRETARY		15
5.10	CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER		16
5.11	ASSISTANT SECRETARY		16
5.12	AUTHORITY AND DUTIES OF OFFICERS		16

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

(Continued)

		Page
ARTICLE VI. INDEMNITY			16
6.1	INDEMNIFICATION OF DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS		16
6.2	INDEMNIFICATION OF OTHERS		17
6.3	PAYMENT OF EXPENSES IN ADVANCE		17
6.4	INDEMNITY NOT EXCLUSIVE		17
6.5	INSURANCE		17
6.6	CONFLICTS		18
ARTICLE VII. RECORDS AND REPORTS			18
7.1	MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION OF RECORDS		18
7.2	INSPECTION BY DIRECTORS		19
7.3	ANNUAL STATEMENT TO STOCKHOLDERS		19
7.4	REPRESENTATION OF SHARES OF OTHER CORPORATIONS		19
ARTICLE VIII. GENERAL MATTERS			19
8.1	CHECKS		19
8.2	EXECUTION OF CORPORATE CONTRACTS AND INSTRUMENTS		19
8.3	STOCK CERTIFICATES		20
8.4	SPECIAL DESIGNATION ON CERTIFICATES		20
8.5	LOST CERTIFICATES		20
8.6	CONSTRUCTION; DEFINITIONS		20
8.7	DIVIDENDS		21
8.8	FISCAL YEAR		21
8.9	SEAL		21
8.10	TRANSFER OF STOCK		21
8.11	STOCK TRANSFER AGREEMENTS		21
8.12	REGISTERED STOCKHOLDERS		21
ARTICLE IX. AMENDMENTS			22

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AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS

OF

TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

(as amended and restated September 14, 2011, as further amended on August 29, 2012)

ARTICLE I.

CORPORATE OFFICES

1.1 REGISTERED OFFICE

The registered office of the corporation shall be in the City of Wilmington, County of New Castle, State of Delaware. The name of the registered agent of the corporation at such location is The Corporation Trust Company.

1.2 OTHER OFFICES

The board of directors may at any time establish other offices at any place or places where the corporation is qualified to do business.

ARTICLE II.

MEETINGS OF STOCKHOLDERS

2.1 PLACE OF MEETINGS

Meetings of stockholders shall be held at any place, within or outside the State of Delaware, designated by the board of directors. In the absence of any such designation, stockholders’ meetings shall be held at the registered office of the corporation.

2.2 ANNUAL MEETING

The annual meeting of stockholders shall be held each year on a date and at a time designated by the board of directors. Any previously scheduled annual meeting of the stockholders may be postponed by resolution of the board of directors upon public notice given prior to the date previously scheduled for such annual meeting of the stockholders. At the meeting, directors shall be elected and any other proper business may be transacted.

2.3 SPECIAL MEETING

A special meeting of the stockholders may be called at any time by the board of directors, or by a majority of the members of the board of directors, or by a committee of the board of directors which has been duly designated by the board of directors and whose powers and authority, as provided in a resolution of the board of directors or in these bylaws, include the power to call such meetings, but such special meetings may not be called by any other person or persons. Any previously scheduled special meeting of the stockholders may be postponed by resolution of the board of directors upon public notice given prior to the date previously scheduled for such special meeting of the stockholders. Business transacted at special meetings shall be confined to the purpose or purposes stated in the notice of the meeting.

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2.4 NOTICE OF STOCKHOLDERS’ MEETINGS

All notices of meetings with stockholders shall be in writing and shall be sent or otherwise given in accordance with Section 2.5 of these bylaws not less than ten nor more than 60 days before the date of the meeting to each stockholder entitled to vote at such meeting. The notice shall specify the place, date, and hour of the meeting, and, in the case of a special meeting, the purpose or purposes for which the meeting is called.

2.5 ADVANCE NOTICE OF STOCKHOLDER NOMINEES

(a) Proper Nominations; Who May Make Nominations. Only persons who are nominated in accordance with the procedures set forth in this Section 2.5 shall be eligible for election as directors. Nominations of persons for election to the board of directors of the corporation may be made at an annual meeting of stockholders or at a special meeting (but only if the election of directors is a matter specified in the notice of meeting given by or at the direction of the board of directors or other person calling such special meeting in accordance with Section 2.3 hereof) (i) by or at the direction of the board of directors, including by any committee or persons appointed by the board of directors, or (ii) by any stockholder of the corporation who (A) was a stockholder of record (and, with respect to any beneficial owner, if different, on whose behalf such nomination is proposed to be made, only if such beneficial owner was the beneficial owner of shares of the corporation) both at the time of giving the notice provided for in this Section 2.5 and at the time of the meeting, (B) is entitled to vote at the meeting and (C) has complied with this Section 2.5 as to such nomination. The foregoing clause (ii) shall be the exclusive means for a stockholder to make any nomination of a person or persons for election to the board of directors at an annual meeting or a special meeting.

(b) Requirement of Timely Notice of Nominations. Such nominations, other than those made by or at the direction of the board of directors, shall be made pursuant to timely notice in writing and in proper form to the secretary of the corporation.

(i) Timely Notice of Nominations for Annual Meeting. To be timely, a stockholder’s notice of nominations to be made at an annual meeting must be delivered to, or mailed and received at, the principal executive offices of the corporation not less than 90 days nor more than 120 days prior to the one-year anniversary of the preceding year’s annual meeting; provided, however, that if the date of the annual meeting is more than 30 days before or more than 60 days after such anniversary date, notice by the stockholder to be timely must be so delivered, or mailed and received, not later than the 90^th day prior to such annual meeting or, if later, the tenth day following the day on which public disclosure of the date of such annual meeting was first made (such notice within such time periods, “Annual Meeting Timely Notice”). In no event shall any adjournment of an annual meeting or the announcement thereof commence a new time period for the giving of Annual Meeting Timely Notice as described above.

(ii) Timely Notice of Nominations for Special Meeting. To be timely, a stockholder’s notice of nominations to be made at a special meeting at which the election of directors is a matter specified in the notice of meeting must be delivered to, or mailed and

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received at, the principal executive offices of the corporation not earlier than the 120^th day prior to such special meeting and not later than the 90^th day prior to such special meeting or, if later, the tenth day following the day on which public disclosure (as defined in this Section 2.5) of the date of such special meeting was first made (such notice within such time periods, “Special Meeting Timely Notice”). In no event shall any adjournment of a special meeting or the announcement thereof commence a new time period for the giving of Special Meeting Timely Notice as described above.

(c) Definition of Public Disclosure. For purposes of these bylaws, “public disclosure” shall mean disclosure in a press release reported by a national news service or in a document publicly filed by the corporation with the Securities and Exchange Commission pursuant to Sections 13, 14 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the rules and regulations thereunder (as so amended and inclusive of such rules and regulations, the “Exchange Act”).

(d) Requirements for Proper Form of Stockholder Notice of Nominations. To be in proper form for purposes of this Section 2.5, a stockholder’s notice to the secretary shall set forth:

(i) Stockholder Information. As to each Nominating Person (as defined below), (A) the name and address of such Nominating Person (including, if applicable, the name and address that appear on the corporation’s books and records); and (B) the class or series and number of shares of the corporation that are, directly or indirectly, owned of record or beneficially owned (within the meaning of Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act) by each Nominating Person, except that a Nominating Person shall in all events be deemed to beneficially own any shares of any class or series of the corporation as to which such Nominating Person has a right to acquire beneficial ownership at any time in the future (the disclosures to be made pursuant to the foregoing clauses (A) and (B) are referred to as “Stockholder Information”);

(ii) Information About Disclosable Interests. As to each Nominating Person, (A) any derivative, swap or other transaction or series of transactions engaged in, directly or indirectly, by such Nominating Person, the purpose or effect of which is to give such Nominating Person economic risk similar to ownership of shares of any class or series of the corporation, including due to the fact that the value of such derivative, swap or other transactions are determined by reference to the price, value or volatility of any shares of any class or series of the corporation, or which derivative, swap or other transactions provide, directly or indirectly, the opportunity to profit from any increase in the price or value of shares of any class or series of the corporation (“Synthetic Equity Interests”), which Synthetic Equity Interests shall be disclosed without regard to whether (x) the derivative, swap or other transactions convey any voting rights in such shares to such Nominating Person, (y) the derivative, swap or other transactions are required to be, or are capable of being, settled through delivery of such shares or (z) such Nominating Person may have entered into other transactions that hedge or mitigate the economic effect of such derivative, swap or other transactions, (B) any proxy (other than a revocable proxy or consent given in response to a solicitation made pursuant to, and in accordance with, Section 14(a) of the Exchange Act by way of a solicitation statement filed on Schedule 14A), agreement, arrangement, understanding or relationship pursuant to which such Nominating Person has or shares a right to vote any shares of any class or series of the corporation, (C) any agreement, arrangement, understanding or relationship, including any

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repurchase or similar so-called “stock borrowing” agreement or arrangement, engaged in, directly or indirectly, by such Nominating Person, the purpose or effect of which is to mitigate loss to, reduce the economic risk (of ownership or otherwise) of shares of any class or series of the corporation by, manage the risk of share price changes for, or increase or decrease the voting power of, such Nominating Person with respect to the shares of any class or series of the corporation, or which provides, directly or indirectly, the opportunity to profit from any decrease in the price or value of the shares of any class or series of the corporation (“Short Interests”), (D) any rights to dividends on the shares of any class or series of the corporation owned beneficially by such Nominating Person that are separated or separable from the underlying shares of the corporation, (E) any performance related fees (other than an asset based fee) that such Nominating Person is entitled to based on any increase or decrease in the price or value of shares of any class or series of the corporation, or any Synthetic Equity Interests or Short Interests, if any, and (F) any other information relating to such Nominating Person that would be required to be disclosed in a proxy statement or other filing required to be made in connection with solicitations of proxies or consents by such Nominating Person in support of the election of directors at the meeting pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Exchange Act (the disclosures to be made pursuant to the foregoing clauses (A) through (F) are referred to as “Disclosable Interests”); provided, however, that Disclosable Interests shall not include any such disclosures with respect to the ordinary course business activities of any broker, dealer, commercial bank, trust company or other nominee who is a Nominating Person solely as a result of being the stockholder directed to prepare and submit the notice required by these bylaws on behalf of a beneficial owner; and

(iii) Information About Nominees. As to each person whom a Nominating Person proposes to nominate for election as a director, (A) all information with respect to such proposed nominee that would be required to be set forth in a stockholder’s notice pursuant to this Section 2.5(d) if such proposed nominee were a Nominating Person, (B) all information relating to such proposed nominee that is required to be disclosed in a proxy statement or other filings required to be made in connection with solicitations of proxies for election of directors in a contested election pursuant to Section 14(a) under the Exchange Act (including such proposed nominee’s written consent to being named in the proxy statement as a nominee and to serving as a director if elected), (C) a description of all direct and indirect compensation and other material monetary agreements, arrangements and understandings during the past three years, and any other material relationships, between or among any Nominating Person, on the one hand, and each proposed nominee and his or her respective affiliates and associates, on the other hand, including, without limitation, all information that would be required to be disclosed pursuant to Item 404 under Regulation S-K if such Nominating Person were the “registrant” for purposes of such rule and the proposed nominee were a director or executive officer of such registrant (the disclosures to be made pursuant to the foregoing clauses (A) through (C) are referred to as “Nominee Information”).

(e) Definition of Nominating Person. For purposes of this Section 2.5, the term “Nominating Person” shall mean (i) the stockholder providing the notice of the nomination proposed to be made at the meeting, (ii) the beneficial owner or beneficial owners, if different, on whose behalf the notice of the nomination proposed to be made at the meeting is made and (iii) any affiliate or associate (each within the meaning of Rule 12b-2 under the Exchange Act for purposes of these bylaws) of such stockholder or beneficial owner.

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(f) Other Information to be Furnished by Proposed Nominees. The corporation may require any proposed nominee to furnish such other information (A) as may reasonably be required by the corporation to determine the eligibility of such proposed nominee to serve as an independent director of the corporation in accordance with the corporation’s Corporate Governance Guidelines or (B) that could be material to a reasonable stockholder’s understanding of the independence or lack of independence of such proposed nominee.

(g) Updates and Supplements. A stockholder providing notice of any nomination proposed to be made at a meeting shall further update and supplement such notice, if necessary, so that the information provided or required to be provided in such notice pursuant to this Section 2.5 shall be true and correct as of the record date for the meeting and as of the date that is ten business days prior to the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof, and such update and supplement shall be delivered to or mailed and received by the secretary at the principal executive offices of the corporation not later than five business days after the record date for the meeting (in the case of the update and supplement required to be made as of the record date), and not later than eight business days prior to the date for the meeting or (if practicable or, if not practicable, on the first practicable date prior to) any adjournment or postponement thereof (in the case of the update and supplement required to be made as of ten business days prior to the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof).

(h) Defective Nominations. No person shall be eligible for election as a director of the corporation at an annual meeting or a special meeting unless nominated in accordance with this Section 2.5. The chairman of the meeting shall, if the facts warrant, determine and declare to the meeting that a nomination was not made in accordance with the procedures prescribed by the bylaws, and if he or she should so determine, he or she shall so declare to the meeting and the defective nomination shall be disregarded.

(i) Compliance with Exchange Act. In addition to the requirements of this Section 2.5 with respect to any nomination proposed to be made at a meeting, each Nominating Person shall comply with all applicable requirements of the Exchange Act with respect to any such nominations.

2.6 ADVANCE NOTICE OF STOCKHOLDER BUSINESS

(a) Business Properly Brought Before a Meeting. At the annual meeting of stockholders, only such business shall be conducted as shall have been properly brought before the meeting. To be properly brought before an annual meeting, business must be: (i) as specified in the notice of meeting (or any supplement thereto) given by or at the direction of the board of directors, (ii) otherwise properly brought before the meeting by or at the direction of the board of directors, or (iii) otherwise properly brought before the meeting by a stockholder who (A) was a stockholder of record (and, with respect to any beneficial owner, if different, on whose behalf such business is proposed, only if such beneficial owner was the beneficial owner of shares of the corporation) both at the time of giving the notice provided for in this Section 2.6 and at the time of the meeting, (B) is entitled to vote at the meeting, and (C) has complied with this Section 2.6 as to such business. Except for proposals properly made in accordance with Rule 14a-8 under the Exchange Act and included in the notice of meeting given by or at the direction of the board of directors, the foregoing clause (iii) shall be the exclusive means for a stockholder to propose business to be brought before an annual meeting of the stockholders. Stockholders seeking to nominate persons for election to the board of directors at an annual meeting or a special meeting must comply with Section 2.5, and this Section 2.6 shall not be applicable to nominations.

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(b) Requirement of Timely Notice of Stockholder Business. Without qualification, for business to be properly brought before an annual meeting by a stockholder, the stockholder must (i) provide Annual Meeting Timely Notice (as defined in Section 2.5 above) thereof in writing and in proper form to the secretary of the corporation. In no event shall any adjournment of an annual meeting or the announcement thereof commence a new time period for the giving of Annual Meeting Timely Notice.

(c) Requirements for Proper Form of Stockholder Notice of Proposed Business. To be in proper form for purposes of this Section 2.6, a stockholder’s notice to the secretary shall set forth:

(i) Stockholder Information. As to each Proposing Person (as defined below), the Stockholder Information (as defined in Section 2.5(d)(i), except that for the purposes of this Section 2.6 the term “Proposing Person” shall be substituted for the term “Nominating Person” in all places it appears in Section 2.5(d)(i));

(ii) Information About Disclosable Interests. As to each Proposing Person, any Disclosable Interests (as defined in Section 2.5(d)(ii), except that for purposes of this Section 2.6 the term “Proposing Person” shall be substituted for the term “Nominating Person” in all places as it appears in Section 2.5(d)(ii) and the disclosures shall be made with respect to the proposal of business to be brought before the meeting rather than to the nomination of directors to be elected at the meeting); and

(iii) Description of Proposed Business. As to each item of business that the stockholder proposes to bring before the annual meeting, (A) a reasonably brief description of the business desired to be brought before the annual meeting, the reasons for conducting such business at the annual meeting and any material interest in such business of each Proposing Person, (B) the text of the proposal or business (including the text of any resolutions proposed for consideration), and (C) a reasonably detailed description of all agreements, arrangements and understandings (x) between or among any of the Proposing Persons or (y) between or among any Proposing Person and any other record or beneficial holder of the shares of any class or series of the corporation (including their names) in connection with the proposal of such business by such stockholder.

(d) Definition of Proposing Person. For purposes of this Section 2.6, the term “Proposing Person” shall mean (i) the stockholder providing the notice of business proposed to be brought before an annual meeting, (ii) the beneficial owner or beneficial owners, if different, on whose behalf the notice of the business proposed to be brought before the annual meeting is made and (iii) any affiliate or associate of such stockholder or beneficial owner.

(e) Updates and Supplements. A stockholder providing notice of business proposed to be brought before an annual meeting shall further update and supplement such notice, if necessary, so that the information provided or required to be provided in such notice pursuant to this Section 2.6 shall be true and correct as of the record date for the meeting and as of the date that is ten business days prior to the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof, and such update and supplement shall be delivered to, or mailed and received by, the

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secretary at the principal executive offices of the corporation not later than five business days after the record date for the meeting (in the case of the update and supplement required to be made as of the record date), and not later than eight business days prior to the date for the meeting or (if practicable or, if not practicable, on the first practicable date prior to) any adjournment or postponement thereof (in the case of the update and supplement required to be made as of ten business days prior to the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof).

(f) Business Not Properly Brought Before a Meeting. Notwithstanding anything in these bylaws to the contrary, no business shall be conducted at any annual meeting except in accordance with this Section 2.6. The chairman of the annual meeting shall, if the facts warrant, determine and declare at the meeting that business was not properly brought before the meeting and in accordance with the provisions of this Section 2.6, and if he or she should so determine, he or she so shall so declare at the meeting that any business not properly brought before the meeting shall not be transacted.

(g) Rule 14a-8; Exchange Act Compliance. This Section 2.6 is expressly intended to apply to any business proposed to be brought before an annual meeting of stockholders other than any proposal made pursuant to Rule 14a-8 under the Exchange Act. In addition to the requirements of this Section 2.6 with respect to any business proposed to be brought before an annual meeting, each Proposing Person shall comply with all applicable requirements of the Exchange Act with respect to any such business. Nothing in this Section 2.6 shall be deemed to affect the rights of stockholders to request inclusion of proposals in the corporation’s proxy statement pursuant to Rule 14a-8 under the Exchange Act.

2.7 MANNER OF GIVING NOTICE; AFFIDAVIT OF NOTICE

Written notice of any meeting of stockholders, if mailed, is given when deposited in the United States mail, postage prepaid, directed to the stockholder at his address as it appears on the records of the corporation. An affidavit of the secretary or an assistant secretary or of the transfer agent of the corporation that the notice has been given shall, in the absence of fraud, be prima facie evidence of the facts stated therein.

2.8 QUORUM

The holders of a majority of the stock issued and outstanding and entitled to vote thereat, present in person or represented by proxy, shall constitute a quorum at all meetings of the stockholders for the transaction of business except as otherwise provided by statute or by the certificate of incorporation. If, however, such quorum is not present or represented at any meeting of the stockholders, then the stockholders entitled to vote thereat, present in person or represented by proxy, shall have power to adjourn the meeting from time to time, without notice other than announcement at the meeting, until a quorum is present or represented. At such adjourned meeting at which a quorum is present or represented, any business may be transacted that might have been transacted at the meeting as originally noticed.

2.9 ADJOURNED MEETING; NOTICE

When a meeting is adjourned to another time or place, unless these bylaws otherwise require, notice need not be given of the adjourned meeting if the time and place thereof are announced at the meeting at which the adjournment is taken. At the adjourned meeting the

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corporation may transact any business that might have been transacted at the original meeting. If the adjournment is for more than 30 days, or if after the adjournment a new record date is fixed for the adjourned meeting, a notice of the adjourned meeting shall be given to each stockholder of record entitled to vote at the meeting.

2.10 CONDUCT OF BUSINESS

The chairman of any meeting of stockholders shall determine the order of business and the procedure at the meeting, including such regulation of the manner of voting and the conduct of business.

2.11 VOTING

The stockholders entitled to vote at any meeting of stockholders shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of Section 2.14 of these bylaws, subject to the provisions of Sections 217 and 218 of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (relating to voting rights of fiduciaries, pledgers and joint owners of stock and to voting trusts and other voting agreements).

Except as provided in the last paragraph of this Section 2.11, or as may be otherwise provided in the certificate of incorporation, each stockholder shall be entitled to one vote for each share of capital stock held by such stockholder.

2.12 WAIVER OF NOTICE

Whenever notice is required to be given under any provision of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware or of the certificate of incorporation or these bylaws, a written waiver thereof, signed by the person entitled to notice, whether before or after the time stated therein, shall be deemed equivalent to notice. Attendance of a person at a meeting shall constitute a waiver of notice of such meeting, except when the person attends a meeting for the express purpose of objecting, at the beginning of the meeting, to the transaction of any business because the meeting is not lawfully called or convened. Neither the business to be transacted at, nor the purpose of, any regular or special meeting of the stockholders need be specified in any written waiver of notice unless so required by the certificate of incorporation or these bylaws.

2.13 NO STOCKHOLDER ACTION BY WRITTEN CONSENT WITHOUT A MEETING

Any action required to be taken at any annual or special meeting of stockholders of the corporation, or any action that may be taken at any annual or special meeting of such stockholders, must be taken at an annual or special meeting of stockholders of the corporation, with prior notice and with a vote, and may not be taken by a consent in writing.

2.14 RECORD DATE FOR STOCKHOLDER NOTICE; VOTING

In order that the corporation may determine the stockholders entitled to notice of or to vote at any meeting of stockholders or any adjournment thereof or entitled to exercise any rights in respect of any change, conversion or exchange of stock or for the purpose of any other lawful action, the board of directors may fix, in advance, a record date, which shall not be more than 60 nor less than ten days before the date of such meeting, nor more than 60 days prior to any other action.

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If the board of directors does not so fix a record date:

(i) The record date for determining stockholders entitled to notice of or to vote at a meeting of stockholders shall be at the close of business on the day next preceding the day on which notice is given, or, if notice is waived, at the close of business on the day next preceding the day on which the meeting is held.

(ii) The record date for determining stockholders for any other purpose shall be at the close of business on the day on which the board of directors adopts the resolution relating thereto.

A determination of stockholders of record entitled to notice of or to vote at a meeting of stockholders shall apply to any adjournment of the meeting; provided, however, that the board of directors may fix a new record date for the adjourned meeting.

2.15 PROXIES

Each stockholder entitled to vote at a meeting of stockholders may authorize another person or persons to act for him by (i) a written proxy, signed by the stockholder and filed with the secretary of the corporation, or (ii) transmitting or authorizing the transmission of a telegram, cablegram, or other means of electronic transmission to the person who will be the holder of the proxy or to a proxy solicitation firm, proxy support service organization or like agent duly authorized by the person who will be the holder of the proxy to receive such transmission in accordance with the provisions of Section 212(c)(2) of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware, but no such proxy shall be voted or acted upon after three years from its date, unless the proxy provides for a longer period. A proxy shall be deemed signed if the stockholder’s name is placed on the proxy (whether by manual signature, typewriting, telegraphic transmission or otherwise) by the stockholder or the stockholder’s attorney-in-fact. The revocability of a proxy that states on its face that it is irrevocable shall be governed by the provisions of Section 212(c) of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware.

ARTICLE III.

DIRECTORS

3.1 POWERS

Subject to the provisions of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware and any limitations in the certificate of incorporation or these bylaws relating to action required to be approved by the stockholders or by the outstanding shares, the business and affairs of the corporation shall be managed and all corporate powers shall be exercised by-or under the direction of the board of directors.

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3.2 NUMBER OF DIRECTORS

The authorized number of directors shall be eight (8) until changed by a proper amendment to this Section 3.2.

No reduction of the authorized number of directors shall have the effect of removing any director before that director’s term of office expires.

3.3 ELECTION, QUALIFICATION AND TERM OF OFFICE OF DIRECTORS

Directors shall be elected at each annual meeting of the stockholders or special meeting in lieu thereof, and shall serve until their successors are duly elected and qualified. Directors need not be stockholders unless so required by the certificate of incorporation or these bylaws, wherein other qualifications for directors may be prescribed.

Each director to be elected by the stockholders shall be elected by the affirmative vote of a majority of the votes cast with respect to such director by the shares represented and entitled to vote therefor at a meeting of the stockholders for the election of directors at which a quorum is present (an “Election Meeting”); provided, however, that if the board of directors determines that the number of nominees exceeds the number of directors to be elected at such meeting (a “Contested Election”), whether or not the election becomes an uncontested election after such determination, each of the directors to be elected at the Election Meeting shall be elected by the affirmative vote of a plurality of the votes cast by the shares represented and entitled to vote at such meeting with respect to the election of such director.

For purposes of this Section 3.3, a “majority of the votes cast” means that the number of votes cast “for” a candidate for director exceeds the number of votes cast “against” that director (with “abstentions” and “broker non-votes” not counted as votes cast as either “for” or “against” such director’s election). In an election other than a Contested Election, stockholders will be given the choice to cast votes “for” or “against” the election of directors or to “abstain” from such vote and shall not have the ability to cast any other vote with respect to such election of directors. In a Contested Election, stockholders will be given the choice to cast “for” or “withhold” votes for the election of directors and shall not have the ability to cast any other vote with respect to such election of directors. In the event an Election Meeting involves the election of directors by separate votes by class or classes or series, the determination as to whether an election constitutes a Contested Election shall be made on a class by class or series by series basis, as applicable. The board of directors has established procedures under which any director who is not elected shall offer to tender his or her resignation to the board of directors.

Newly created directorships resulting from any increase in the authorized number of directors or any vacancies in the board of directors resulting from death, resignation, retirement, disqualification, removal from office or other cause may be filled only by a majority vote of the directors then in office even though less than a quorum, or by a sole remaining director, and not by the stockholders. In the event of a vacancy in the board of directors, the remaining directors, except as otherwise provided by law, may exercise the powers of the full board of directors until the vacancy is filled. Notwithstanding the foregoing, each director shall serve until his or her successor is duly elected and qualified or until his or her death, resignation or removal.

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Elections of directors need not be by written ballot. There shall be no right with respect to shares of stock of the corporation to cumulate votes in the election of directors.

3.4 PLACE OF MEETINGS; MEETINGS BY TELEPHONE

The board of directors of the corporation may hold meetings, both regular and special, either within or outside the State of Delaware.

Unless otherwise restricted by the certificate of incorporation or these bylaws, members of the board of directors, or any committee designated by the board of directors, may participate in a meeting of the board of directors, or any committee, by means of conference telephone or similar communications equipment by means of which all persons participating in the meeting can hear each other, and such participation in a meeting shall constitute presence in person at the meeting.

3.5 REGULAR MEETINGS

Regular meetings of the board of directors may be held without notice at such time and at such place as shall from time to time be determined by the board.

3.6 SPECIAL MEETINGS; NOTICE

Special meetings of the board for any purpose or purposes may be called at any time by the chairman of the board, the president, the secretary or any two directors.

Notice of the time and place of special meetings shall be delivered personally or by telephone to each director or sent by first-class mail or telegram, charges prepaid, addressed to each director at that director’s address as it is shown on the records of the corporation. If the notice is mailed, it shall be deposited in the United States mail at least four days before the time of the holding of the meeting. If the notice is delivered personally or by telephone or by telegram, it shall be delivered personally or by telephone or to the telegraph company at least 24 hours before the time of the holding of the meeting. Any oral notice given personally or by telephone may be communicated either to the director or to a person at the office of the director who the person giving the notice has reason to believe will promptly communicate it to the director. The notice need not specify the purpose or the place of the meeting, if the meeting is to be held at the principal executive office of the corporation.

3.7 QUORUM

At all meetings of the board of directors, a majority of the authorized number of directors shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business and the act of a majority of the directors present at any meeting at which there is a quorum shall be the act of the board of directors, except as may be otherwise specifically provided by statute or by the certificate of incorporation. If a quorum is not present at any meeting of the board of directors, then the directors present thereat may adjourn the meeting from time to time, without notice other than announcement at the meeting, until a quorum is present.

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A meeting at which a quorum is initially present may continue to transact business notwithstanding the withdrawal of directors, if any action taken is approved by at least a majority of the required quorum for that meeting.

3.8 WAIVER OF NOTICE

Whenever notice is required to be given under any provision of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware or of the certificate of incorporation or these bylaws, a written waiver thereof, signed by the person entitled to notice, whether before or after the time stated therein, shall be deemed equivalent to notice. Attendance of a person at a meeting shall constitute a waiver of notice of such meeting, except when the person attends a meeting for the express purpose of objecting, at the beginning of the meeting, to the transaction of any business because the meeting is not lawfully called or convened. Neither the business to be transacted at, nor the purpose of, any regular or special meeting of the directors, or members of a committee of directors, need be specified in any written waiver of notice unless so required by the certificate of incorporation or these bylaws.

3.9 BOARD ACTION BY WRITTEN CONSENT WITHOUT A MEETING

Unless otherwise restricted by the certificate of incorporation or these bylaws, any action required or permitted to be taken at any meeting of the board of directors, or of any committee thereof, may be taken without a meeting if all members of the board or committee, as the case may be, consent thereto in writing and the writing or writings are filed with the minutes of proceedings of the board or committee. Written consents representing actions taken by the board or committee may be executed by telex, telecopy or other facsimile transmission, and such facsimile shall be valid and binding to the same extent as if it were an original.

3.10 FEES AND COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS

Unless otherwise restricted by the certificate of incorporation or these bylaws, the board of directors shall have the authority to fix the compensation of directors. No such compensation shall preclude any director from serving the corporation in any other capacity and receiving compensation therefor.

3.11 REMOVAL OF DIRECTORS

Unless otherwise restricted by statute, by the certificate of incorporation or by these bylaws, any director or the entire board of directors may be removed, only with cause, by the holders of not less than 66-2/3% of the shares then entitled to vote at an election of directors.

No reduction of the authorized number of directors shall have the effect of removing any director prior to the expiration of such director’s term of office.

3.12 APPROVAL OF LOANS TO OFFICERS

The corporation may lend money to, or guarantee any obligation of, or otherwise assist any officer or other employee of the corporation or any subsidiary, whenever, in the judgment of the directors, such loan, guaranty or assistance may reasonably be expected to benefit the corporation. The loan, guaranty or other assistance may be with or without interest and may be

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unsecured, or secured in such manner as the board of directors shall approve, including, without limitation, a pledge of shares of stock of the corporation. Subject to the next sentence, nothing in this Section 3.12 shall be deemed to deny, limit or restrict the powers of guaranty or warranty of the corporation at common law or under any statute. Notwithstanding anything in this Section 3.12 to the contrary, the corporation shall not, directly or indirectly, including through any subsidiary, extend or maintain credit, arrange for the extension of credit, or renew an extension of credit, in the form of a personal loan to or for any director or executive officer in violation of Section 402 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

ARTICLE IV.

COMMITTEES

4.1 COMMITTEES OF DIRECTORS

The board of directors may, by resolution passed by a majority of the whole board, designate one or more committees, with each committee to consist of one or more of the directors of the corporation. The board may designate one or more directors as alternate members of any committee, who may replace any absent or disqualified member at any meeting of the committee. Any such committee, to the extent provided in the resolution of the board of directors or in these bylaws, shall have and may exercise all the powers and authority of the board of directors in the management of the business and affairs of the corporation, and may authorize the seal of the corporation to be affixed to all papers that may require it; but no such committee shall have the power or authority to (i) amend the certificate of incorporation (except that a committee may, to the extent authorized in the resolution or resolutions providing for the issuance of shares of stock adopted by the board of directors as provided in Section 151(a) of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware, fix any of the preferences or rights of such shares relating to dividends, redemption, dissolution, any distribution of assets of the corporation or the conversion into, or the exchange of such shares for, shares of any other class or classes or any other series of the same or any other class or classes of stock of the corporation), (ii) adopt an agreement of merger or consolidation under Sections 251 or 252 of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware, (iii) recommend to the stockholders the sale, lease or exchange of all or substantially all of the corporation’s property and assets, (iv) recommend to the stockholders a dissolution of the corporation or a revocation of a dissolution, or (v) amend these bylaws; and, unless the board resolution establishing the committee, these bylaws or the certificate of incorporation expressly so provide, no such committee shall have the power or authority to declare a dividend, to authorize the issuance of stock or to adopt a certificate of ownership and merger pursuant to Section 253 of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware.

4.2 COMMITTEE MINUTES

Each committee shall keep regular minutes of its meetings and report the same to the board of directors when required.

4.3 MEETINGS AND ACTION OF COMMITTEES

Meetings and actions of committees shall be governed by, and held and taken in accordance with, the provisions of Article III of these bylaws, Section 3.4 (Place of Meetings;

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Meetings by Telephone), Section 3.5 (Regular Meetings), Section 3.6 (Special Meetings; Notice), Section 3.7 (Quorum), Section 3.8 (Waiver of Notice) and Section 3.9 (Board Action by Written Consent Without a Meeting), with such changes in the context of those bylaws as are necessary to substitute the committee and its members for the board of directors and its members; provided, however, that the time of regular meetings of committees may also be called by resolution of the board of directors and that notice of special meetings of committees shall also be given to all alternate members, who shall have the right to attend all meetings of the committee. The board of directors may adopt rules for the government of any committee not inconsistent with the provisions of these bylaws.

ARTICLE V.

OFFICERS

5.1 OFFICERS

The officers of the corporation shall be a chief executive officer, a president, one or more vice presidents, a secretary and a chief financial officer. The corporation may also have, at the discretion of the board of directors, a chairman of the board, a treasurer, one or more assistant vice presidents, assistant secretaries and any such other officers as may be appointed in accordance with the provisions of Section 5.3 of these bylaws. Any number of offices may be held by the same person.

5.2 APPOINTMENT OF OFFICERS

The officers of the corporation, except such officers as may be appointed in accordance with the provisions of Sections 5.3 or 5.5 of these bylaws, shall be chosen by the board of directors, subject to the rights, if any, of an officer under any contract of employment.

5.3 SUBORDINATE OFFICERS

The board of directors may appoint, or empower the president to appoint, such other officers and agents as the business of the corporation may require, each of whom shall hold office for such period, have such authority, and perform such duties as are provided in these bylaws or as the board of directors may from time to time determine.

5.4 REMOVAL AND RESIGNATION OF OFFICERS

Subject to the rights, if any, of an officer under any contract of employment, any officer may be removed, either with or without cause, by an affirmative vote of the majority of the board of directors at any regular or special meeting of the board or, except in the case of an officer chosen by the board of directors, by any officer upon whom such power of removal may be conferred by the board of directors.

Any officer may resign at any time by giving written notice to the corporation. Any resignation shall take effect on the date of the receipt of that notice or at any later time specified in that notice; and, unless otherwise specified in that notice, the acceptance of the resignation shall not be necessary to make it effective. Any resignation is without prejudice to the rights, if any, of the corporation under any contract to which the officer is a party.

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5.5 VACANCIES IN OFFICES

Any vacancy occurring in any office of the corporation shall be filled by the board of directors.

5.6 CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

The chairman of the board, if such an officer be elected, shall, if present, preside at meetings of the board of directors and exercise and perform such other powers and duties as may from time to time be assigned to him by the board of directors or as may be prescribed by these bylaws. If there is no president, then the chairman of the board shall also be the chief executive officer of the corporation and shall have the powers and duties prescribed in Section 5.7 of these bylaws.

5.7 PRESIDENT

Subject to such supervisory powers, if any, as may be given by the board of directors to the chairman of the board, if there be such an officer, the president shall be the chief executive officer of the corporation and shall, subject to the control of the board of directors, have general supervision, direction and control of the business and the officers of the corporation. He or she shall preside at all meetings of the stockholders and, in the absence or nonexistence of a chairman of the board, at all meetings of the board of directors. He or she shall have the general powers and duties of management usually vested in the office of president of a corporation and shall have such other powers and duties as may be prescribed by the board of directors or these bylaws.

5.8 VICE PRESIDENT

In the absence or disability of the president, the vice presidents, if any, in order of their rank as fixed by the board of directors or, if not ranked, a vice president designated by the board of directors, shall perform all the duties of the president and when so acting shall have all the powers of, and be subject to all the restrictions upon, the president. The vice presidents shall have such other powers and perform such other duties as from time to time may be prescribed for them respectively by the board of directors, these bylaws, the president or the chairman of the board.

5.9 SECRETARY

The secretary shall keep or cause to be kept, at the principal executive office of the corporation or such other place as the board of directors may direct, a book of minutes of all meetings and actions of directors, committees of directors and stockholders. The minutes shall show the time and place of each meeting, whether regular or special (and, if special, how authorized and the notice given), the names of those present at directors’ meetings or committee meetings, the number of shares present or represented at stockholders’ meetings, and the proceedings thereof.

The secretary shall keep, or cause to be kept, at the principal executive office of the corporation or at the office of the corporation’s transfer agent or registrar, as determined by resolution of the board of directors, a share register, or a duplicate share register, showing the names of all stockholders and their addresses, the number and classes of shares held by each, the number and date of certificates evidencing such shares, and the number and date of cancellation of every certificate surrendered for cancellation.

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The secretary shall give, or cause to be given, notice of all meetings of the stockholders and of the board of directors required to be given by law or by these bylaws. He or she shall keep the seal of the corporation, if one be adopted, in safe custody and shall have such other powers and perform such other duties as may be prescribed by the board of directors or by these bylaws.

5.10 CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

The chief financial officer shall keep and maintain, or cause to be kept and maintained, adequate and correct books and records of accounts of the properties and business transactions of the corporation, including accounts of its assets, liabilities, receipts, disbursements, gains, losses, capital, retained earnings and shares. The books of account shall at all reasonable times be open to inspection by any director.

The chief financial officer shall deposit all money and other valuables in the name and to the credit of the corporation with such depositaries as may be designated by the board of directors. He or she shall disburse the funds of the corporation as may be ordered by the board of directors, shall render to the president and directors, whenever they request it, an account of all of his transactions as treasurer and of the financial condition of the corporation, and shall have such other powers and perform such other duties as may be prescribed by the board of directors or these bylaws.

5.11 ASSISTANT SECRETARY

The assistant secretary, or, if there is more than one, the assistant secretaries in the order determined by the stockholders or board of directors (or if there be no such determination, then in the order of their election) shall, in the absence of the secretary or in the event of his or her inability or refusal to act, perform the duties and exercise the powers of the secretary and shall perform such other duties and have such other powers as the board of directors or the stockholders may from time to time prescribe.

5.12 AUTHORITY AND DUTIES OF OFFICERS

In addition to the foregoing authority and duties, all officers of the corporation shall respectively have such authority and perform such duties in the management of the business of the corporation as may be designated from time to time by the board of directors or the stockholders.

ARTICLE VI.

INDEMNITY

6.1 INDEMNIFICATION OF DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS

The corporation shall, to the maximum extent and in the manner permitted by the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware, indemnify each of its directors and officers against

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expenses (including attorneys’ fees), judgments, fines, settlements, and other amounts actually and reasonably incurred in connection with any proceeding, arising by reason of the fact that such person is or was an agent of the corporation. For purposes of this Section 6.1, a “director” or “officer” of the corporation includes any person (i) who is or was a director or officer of the corporation, (ii) who is or was serving at the request of the corporation as a director or officer of another corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust or other enterprise or (iii) who was a director or officer of a corporation which was a predecessor corporation of the corporation or of another enterprise at the request of such predecessor corporation.

6.2 INDEMNIFICATION OF OTHERS

The corporation shall have the power, to the extent and in the manner permitted by the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware, to indemnify each of its employees and agents (other than directors and officers) against expenses (including attorneys’ fees), judgments, fines, settlements and other amounts actually and reasonably incurred in connection with any proceeding, arising by reason of the fact that such person is or was an agent of the corporation. For purposes of this Section 6.2, an “employee” or “agent” of the corporation (other than a director or officer) includes any person (i) who is or was an employee or agent of the corporation, (ii) who is or was serving at the request of the corporation as an employee or agent of another corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust or other enterprise or (iii) who was an employee or agent of a corporation which was a predecessor corporation of the corporation or of another enterprise at the request of such predecessor corporation.

6.3 PAYMENT OF EXPENSES IN ADVANCE

Expenses incurred in defending any action or proceeding for which indemnification is required pursuant to Section 6.1 or for which indemnification is permitted pursuant to Section 6.2 following authorization thereof by the board of directors shall be paid by the corporation in advance of the final disposition of such action or proceeding upon receipt of an undertaking by or on behalf of the indemnified party to repay such amount if it shall ultimately be determined that the indemnified party is not entitled to be indemnified as authorized in this Article 6.

6.4 INDEMNITY NOT EXCLUSIVE

The indemnification provided by this Article 6 shall not be deemed exclusive of any other rights which those seeking indemnification may be entitled under any bylaw, agreement, vote of shareholders or disinterested directors or otherwise, both as to action in an official capacity and as to action in another capacity while holding such office, to the extent that additional rights to indemnification are authorized in the certificate of incorporation.

6.5 INSURANCE

The corporation may purchase and maintain insurance on behalf of any person who is or was a director, officer, employee or agent of the corporation, or is or was serving at the request of the corporation as a director, officer, employee or agent of another corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust or other enterprise against any liability asserted against him and incurred by him in any such capacity, or arising out of his status as such, whether or not the corporation would have the power to indemnify him against such liability under the provisions of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware.

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6.6 CONFLICTS

No indemnification or advance shall be made under this Article 6, except where such indemnification or advance is mandated by law or the order, judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, in any circumstance where it appears:

(i) that it would be inconsistent with a provision of the certificate of incorporation, these bylaws, a resolution of the stockholders or an agreement in effect at the time of the accrual of the alleged cause of the action asserted in the proceeding in which the expenses were incurred or other amounts were paid, which prohibits or otherwise limited indemnification; or

(ii) that it would be inconsistent with any condition expressly imposed by a court in approving a settlement.

ARTICLE VII.

RECORDS AND REPORTS

7.1 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION OF RECORDS

The corporation shall, either at its principal executive office or at such place or places as designated by the board of directors, keep a record of its stockholders listing their names and addresses and the number and class of shares, held by each stockholder, a copy of these bylaws as amended to date, accounting books and other records.

Any stockholder of record, in person or by attorney or other agent, shall, upon written demand under oath stating the purpose thereof, have the right during the usual hours for business to inspect for any proper purpose the corporation’s stock ledger, a list of its stockholders and its other books and records and to make copies or extracts therefrom. A proper purpose shall mean a purpose reasonably related to such person’s interest as a stockholder. In every instance where an attorney or other agent is the person who seeks the right to inspection, the demand under oath shall be accompanied by a power of attorney or such other writing that authorizes the attorney or other agent to so act on behalf of the stockholder. The demand under oath shall be directed to the corporation at its registered office in Delaware or at its principal place of business.

The officer who has charge of the stock ledger of a corporation shall prepare and make, at least ten days before every meeting of stockholders, a complete list of the stockholders entitled to vote at the meeting, arranged in alphabetical order, and showing the address of each stockholder and the number of shares registered in the name of each stockholder. Such list shall be open to the examination of any stockholder, for any purpose germane to the meeting, during ordinary business hours, for a period of at least ten days prior to the meeting, either at a place within the city where the meeting is to be held, which place shall be specified in the notice of the meeting, or, if not so specified, at the place where the meeting is to be held. The list shall also be produced and kept at the time and place of the meeting during the whole time thereof, and may be inspected by any stockholder who is present.

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7.2 INSPECTION BY DIRECTORS

Any director shall have the right to examine the corporation’s stock ledger, a list of its stockholders and its other books and records for a purpose reasonably related to his position as a director. The Court of Chancery is hereby vested with the exclusive jurisdiction to determine whether a director is entitled to the inspection sought. The Court may summarily order the corporation to permit the director to inspect any and all books and records, the stock ledger and the stock list and to make copies or extracts therefrom. The Court may, in its discretion, prescribe any limitations or conditions with reference to the inspection, or award such other and further relief as the Court may deem just and proper.

7.3 ANNUAL STATEMENT TO STOCKHOLDERS

The board of directors shall present at each annual meeting, and at any special meeting of the stockholders when called for by vote of the stockholders, a full and clear statement of the business and condition of the corporation.

7.4 REPRESENTATION OF SHARES OF OTHER CORPORATIONS

The chairman of the board, the president, any vice president, the secretary or assistant secretary of this corporation, or any other person authorized by the board of directors or the president or a vice president, is authorized to vote, represent and exercise on behalf of this corporation all rights incident to any and all shares of any other corporation or corporations standing in the name of this corporation. The authority granted herein may be exercised either by such person directly or by any other person authorized to do so by proxy or power of attorney duly executed by such person having the authority.

ARTICLE VIII.

GENERAL MATTERS

8.1 CHECKS

From time to time, the board of directors shall determine by resolution which person or persons may sign or endorse all checks, drafts, other orders for payment of money, notes or other evidences of indebtedness that are issued in the name of or payable to the corporation, and only the persons so authorized shall sign or endorse those instruments.

8.2 EXECUTION OF CORPORATE CONTRACTS AND INSTRUMENTS

The board of directors, except as otherwise provided in these bylaws, may authorize any officer or officers, or agent or agents, to enter into any contract or execute any instrument in the name of and on behalf of the corporation; such authority may be general or confined to specific instances. Unless so authorized or ratified by the board of directors or within the agency power of an officer, no officer, agent or employee shall have any power or authority to bind the corporation by any contract or engagement or to pledge its credit or to render it liable for any purpose or for any amount.

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8.3 STOCK CERTIFICATES

The shares of a corporation shall be represented by certificates, provided that the board of directors of the corporation may provide by resolution or resolutions that some or all of any or all classes or series of its stock shall be uncertificated shares. Any such resolution shall not apply to shares represented by a certificate until such certificate is surrendered to the corporation. Every holder of stock represented by certificates shall be entitled to have a certificate signed by, or in the name of the corporation by the chairman or vice-chairman of the board of directors, or the president or vice-president, and by the secretary or an assistant secretary, or the treasurer, if there be one, of such corporation representing the number of shares registered in certificate form. Any or all of the signatures on the certificate may be a facsimile. In case any officer, transfer agent or registrar who has signed or whose facsimile signature has been placed upon a certificate has ceased to be such officer, transfer agent or registrar before such certificate is issued, it may be issued by the corporation with the same effect as if he were such officer, transfer agent or registrar at the date of issue.

8.4 SPECIAL DESIGNATION ON CERTIFICATES

If the corporation is authorized to issue more than one class of stock or more than one series of any class, then the powers, the designations, the preferences and the relative, participating, optional or other special rights of each class of stock or series thereof and the qualifications, limitations or restrictions of such preferences and/or rights shall be set forth in full or summarized on the face or back of the certificate that the corporation shall issue to represent such class or series of stock; provided, however, that, except as otherwise provided in Section 202 of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware, in lieu of the foregoing requirements there may be set forth on the face or back of the certificate that the corporation shall issue to represent such class or series of stock a statement that the corporation will furnish without charge to each stockholder who so requests the powers, the designations, the preferences and the relative, participating, optional or other special rights of each class of stock or series thereof and the qualifications, limitations or restrictions of such preferences and/or rights.

8.5 LOST CERTIFICATES

Except as provided in this Section 8.5, no new certificates for shares shall be issued to replace a previously issued certificate unless the latter is surrendered to the corporation and canceled at the same time. The corporation may issue a new certificate of stock or uncertificated shares in the place of any certificate theretofore issued by it, alleged to have been lost, stolen or destroyed, and the corporation may require the owner of the lost, stolen or destroyed certificate, or his legal representative, to give the corporation a bond sufficient to indemnify it against any claim that may be made against it on account of the alleged loss, theft or destruction of any such certificate or the issuance of such new certificate or uncertificated shares.

8.6 CONSTRUCTION; DEFINITIONS

Unless the context requires otherwise, the general provisions, rules of construction, and definitions in the Delaware General Corporation Law shall govern the construction of these bylaws. Without limiting the generality of this provision, the singular number includes the plural, the plural number includes the singular, and the term “person” includes both a corporation and a natural person.

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8.7 DIVIDENDS

The directors of the corporation, subject to any restrictions contained in the certificate of incorporation, may declare and pay dividends upon the shares of its capital stock pursuant to the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware. Dividends may be paid in cash, in property or in shares of the corporation’s capital stock.

The directors of the corporation may set apart out of any of the funds of the corporation available for dividends a reserve or reserves for any proper purpose and may abolish any such reserve. Such purposes shall include but not be limited to equalizing dividends, repairing or maintaining any property of the corporation, and meeting contingencies.

8.8 FISCAL YEAR

The fiscal year of the corporation shall be fixed by resolution of the board of directors and may be changed by the board of directors.

8.9 SEAL

The seal of the corporation, if any, shall be such as from time to time may be approved by the board of directors.

8.10 TRANSFER OF STOCK

Upon surrender to the corporation or the transfer agent of the corporation of a certificate for shares duly endorsed or accompanied by proper evidence of succession, assignation or authority to transfer, it shall be the duty of the corporation to issue a new certificate to the person entitled thereto, cancel the old certificate, and record the transaction in its books.

8.11 STOCK TRANSFER AGREEMENTS

The corporation shall have power to enter into and perform any agreement with any number of stockholders of any one or more classes of stock of the corporation to restrict the transfer of shares of stock of the corporation of any one or more classes owned by such stockholders in any manner not prohibited by the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware.

8.12 REGISTERED STOCKHOLDERS

The corporation shall be entitled to recognize the exclusive right of a person registered on its books as the owner of shares to receive dividends and to vote as such owner, shall be entitled to hold liable for calls and assessments the person registered on its books as the owner of shares, and shall not be bound to recognize any equitable or other claim to or interest in such share or shares on the part of another person, whether or not it shall have express or other notice thereof, except as otherwise provided by the laws of Delaware.

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ARTICLE IX.

AMENDMENTS

The original or other bylaws of the corporation may be adopted, amended or repealed by the holders of not less than 66-2/3% of the shares then entitled to vote at an election of directors; provided, however, that the corporation may, in its certificate of incorporation, confer the power to adopt, amend or repeal bylaws upon the directors. The fact that such power has been so conferred upon the directors shall not divest the stockholders of the power, nor limit their power to adopt, amend or repeal bylaws.

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EX-10.1

Exhibit 10.1

August 15, 2012

C. Richard Neely, Jr.

Dear Rick,

I am pleased to offer you a position with Tessera Global Services, Inc. (the “Company”), as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), reporting to Robert A. Young, President & CEO. If you decide to join us, you will receive an annual salary of $310,000 which will be paid in accordance with the Company’s normal payroll procedures. You will also be eligible to receive a MBO bonus with a target amount of 60% of your base salary paid on an annual basis. This bonus is based on objectives set forth and mutually agreed upon by you and your manager. For 2012, you will receive a minimum MBO bonus in the amount of $69,750, which amount shall be paid in accordance with the Company’s MBO bonus payment practice.

As an employee, you are also eligible to receive certain employee benefits including Group medical and dental benefits, 401(k) plan as well as other Company sponsored benefits. You should note that the Company reserves the right to modify salaries and benefits from time to time as it deems necessary.

In addition, if you decide to join us, it will be recommended at or before the first meeting of the Board of Directors of Tessera Technologies, Inc. (“TSRA”) following your start date that TSRA grant you an option to purchase 150,000 shares of the TSRA Common Stock at a price per share equal to the fair market value per share of the Common Stock on the date of grant, as determined by the TSRA Board of Directors. This option grant shall be subject to the terms and conditions of the TSRA Stock Option Plan and Stock Option Agreement, including vesting requirements.

It will also be recommended at the first meeting of the TSRA Board of Directors following your start date that TSRA will provide you a grant of 25,000 of TSRA restricted stock units at no cost, vesting over a four year period.

TSRA will also enter into a Severance Agreement and a Change in Control Severance Agreement with you on terms substantially equivalent to those offered to your predecessor. If there is a conflict between those agreements and this letter, those agreements will control.

We are excited about your joining us and look forward to a mutually beneficial relationship. Nevertheless, you should be aware that your employment with the Company is for no specified period and constitutes at-will employment. As a result, you are free to resign at any time, for any reason or for no reason. Similarly, the Company is free to conclude its employment relationship with you at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. We request that, in the event of resignation, you give the Company at least two weeks notice.

The Company reserves the right to request an investigative consumer report, which may include background investigations and/or reference checks, on all of its potential employees. Your job offer, therefore, is contingent upon a clearance of such a report, if any.

For purposes of federal immigration law, you will be required to provide to the Company documentary evidence of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States. Such documentation must be provided to us within three (3) business days of your date of hire, or our employment relationship with you may be terminated.

We also ask that, if you have not already done so, you disclose to the Company any and all agreements relating to your prior employment that may affect your eligibility to be employed by the Company or limit the manner in which you may be employed. It is the Company’s understanding that any such agreements will not prevent you from performing the duties of your position and you represent that such is the case. Moreover, you agree that, during the term of your employment with the Company, you will not engage in any other employment, occupation, consulting or other business activity directly related to the business in which the Company is now involved or becomes involved during the term of your employment, nor will you engage in any other activities that conflict with your obligations to the Company. Similarly, you agree not to bring any third party confidential information to the Company, including that of your former employer, and that in performing your duties for the Company you will not in any way utilize any such information.

As a Company employee, you will be expected to abide by company rules and standards. You will be specifically required to sign an acknowledgment that you have read and that you understand the Company’s rules of conduct which are included in the Company Handbook. As a condition of your employment, you will also be required to sign and comply with an Employment, Confidential Information, Invention Assignment and Arbitration Agreement which requires, among other provisions, the assignment of patent rights to any invention made during your employment at the Company, and non-disclosure of proprietary information. The Agreement also provides that in the event of any dispute or claim relating to or arising out of our employment relationship, you and the Company agree that all such disputes shall be fully and finally resolved by binding arbitration.

To indicate your acceptance of the Company’s offer, please sign and date this letter in the space provided below. A duplicate original is enclosed for your records. This letter, along with any agreements relating to proprietary rights between you and the Company, set forth the terms of your employment with the Company and supersede any prior representations or agreements, whether written or oral. This letter, including, but not limited to, its at-will employment provision, may not be modified or amended except by a written agreement signed by the Company President and you.

Rick, we look forward to your favorable reply and to working with you.

Sincerely,

/s/ Bernard J. Cassidy

Bernard J. Cassidy

Executive Vice President

Agreed to and accepted:

Signature:

/s/ C. Richard Neely, Jr.

C. Richard Neely, Jr.

EX-10.2

Exhibit 10.2

SEPARATION AGREEMENT

This Separation Agreement (hereafter “Agreement”) is entered into among Michael Anthofer (the “Executive”), Tessera Technologies, Inc., a Delaware corporation, and Tessera Global Services, Inc., a Delaware corporation (together, the “Company”) (collectively referred to herein as the “Parties”), effective as of August 14, 2012 (the “Effective Date”).

WHEREAS, the Executive executed that certain offer letter dated September 5, 2008, a Severance Agreement, dated as of April 3, 2009, an Amended and Restated Change in Control Severance Agreement, dated April 3, 2009, and an Amendment to Change in Control Severance Agreement, dated February 15, 2011 (collectively the “Earlier Employment Agreements”);

WHEREAS, the Parties hereby terminate the Earlier Employment Agreements without cause or liability and supersede and replace the Earlier Employment Agreements with this Separation Agreement.

WHEREAS, Executive entered into an Indemnification Agreement dated July 27, 2012, which provides for the indemnification of Executive and the advancement of expenses, among other things;

WHEREAS, Executive is further entitled to indemnification and the advancement of expenses pursuant to the Company’s certificate of incorporation and bylaws, as currently in effect (the “Organizational Documents”) and is a named beneficiary and indemnitee under various insurance policies, including the Company’s director and officer insurance policy (the “Insurance Policies”);

WHEREAS, Executive and the Company have agreed that Executive’s employment with the Company will terminate effective as of 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on the Effective Date (the “Employment Termination Date”);

WHEREAS, the Company desires to retain Executive to provide consulting services to the Company following the Employment Termination Date and wishes to provide Executive with certain compensation and benefits in return for Executive’s services;

WHEREAS, the parties intend and expect that the level of services Executive may perform for or on behalf of the Company following the Employment Termination Date, under this Agreement or otherwise, will permanently decrease to a level that is less than 20% of the average level of services he performed over the 36-month period immediately preceding the Employment Termination Date; and

WHEREAS, the Parties wish to resolve any and all disputes, claims, complaints, grievances, charges, actions, petitions, and demands that Executive may have against the Company, including, but not limited to, any and all claims arising out of or in any way related to Executive’s employment with or separation from the Company;

THEREFORE, in exchange for the good and valuable consideration set forth herein, the adequacy of which is specifically acknowledged, Executive and the Company hereby agree as follows:

1. Term of Services.

(a) The Parties acknowledge that the Employment Termination Date will constitute Executive’s “separation from service” with the Company as such term is defined in Treasury Regulation Section 1.409A-1(h) and any successor provision thereto for purposes of Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”). Effective as of the Employment Termination Date, Executive hereby resigns his employment with the Company and all officer positions he holds with the Company or any parent or subsidiary.

(b) Consulting Period. During the period (i) commencing on the Employment Termination Date and (ii) ending on August 31, 2013, unless terminated earlier pursuant to this Agreement (such period, the “Consulting Period”), Executive shall provide consulting services to the Company. The date on which the Consulting Period ends shall be referred to herein as the “Consulting Termination Date.” Executive’s consulting services pursuant to this Section 1(b) shall automatically terminate on the Consulting Termination Date, unless terminated earlier pursuant to this Agreement. Executive may terminate the Consulting Period (and his obligation to provide consulting services), with or without cause, upon delivery of written notice to the Company; provided, however, that if Executive terminates the consulting arrangement specified herein prior to the Consulting Termination Date, for any reason (other than for Good Reason (as defined below) or as a result of Executive’s death or Disability (as defined below)), he shall forfeit any rights to further compensation pursuant to Sections 3, 4 or 5 of this Agreement. The Consulting Period may be extended upon mutual written agreement of Executive and the Chief Executive Officer of the Company, provided that any such extension specifically provides that it is intended to amend this Section 1(b). “Good Reason” shall mean any action or inaction that constitutes a material breach by the Company or any successor or affiliate of its obligations to Executive under this Agreement without Executive’s written consent. “Disability” shall mean Executive’s inability to perform the essential functions of his position as described in this Agreement, with or without reasonable accommodation, for a period of at least sixty (60) days due to his physical or mental impairment.

2. Scope of Services.

(a) During the Consulting Period, Executive shall devote such percentage of his business time and effort to the performance of his services hereunder as shall be reasonably requested or directed from time to time by the Chief Executive Officer of the Company and shall provide such additional information, advice and assistance concerning matters that are within the scope of Executive’s knowledge and expertise, not to exceed in the aggregate thirty-two (32) hours in any thirty (30) day period. Executive’s advice shall be of an advisory nature and the Company shall not have any obligation to follow such advice. Executive agrees to perform the consulting services and any other obligations or activities hereunder in accordance with (x) the terms of this Agreement, (y) all applicable laws, and (z) all Company policies and procedures provided to Executive in connection with Executive’s performance under this Agreement.

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(b) Executive generally shall be available to provide services under this Agreement during normal business hours (“normal business hours” being 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time on any day excluding Saturday, Sunday and any day which is a legal holiday under the laws of the State of California or is a day on which banking institutions located in California are authorized or required by law or other governmental action to close). Executive shall make himself available to and shall perform his consulting services reasonably following the request by Company but at such particular times and places and using such methods as Executive determines. Executive shall fulfill his responsibilities under this Agreement by providing such services by telephone and e-mail, as Executive may reasonably determine. The Company shall reasonably accommodate Executive’s schedule when requesting Executive’s assistance pursuant to this Section 2(b). During the Consulting Period, Executive shall be entitled to the continued use of his Company-provided laptop computer, iPad and mobile phone, and such technical and administrative support as are reasonably required to perform his obligations under this Agreement. As a consultant, Executive shall not be an employee or an “executive officer” of the Company, and the Company shall prepare all public filings and reports accordingly.

(c) In order to avoid any actual or perceived conflict of interest during the Consulting Period, Executive agrees that, during the Consulting Period, he will not, directly or indirectly, own, manage, operate, join, control, or participate in the ownership, management, operation, or control of, or be involved as an officer, director, employee, consultant, independent contractor, limited or general partner, member, shareholder, joint venturer, advisor, or otherwise of, any profit or nonprofit business or organization which competes with the business of the Company as conducted on the Effective Date (the “Company Business”). The foregoing limitation will not prohibit Executive from (i) owning any publicly traded business or any private business where his interest is passive or less than five percent, or (ii) participating in any business or organization that derives less than five percent (5%) of its revenues from a business that competes with the Company Business, provided that Executive’s services or involvement does not relate to that portion of the business or organization’s operations that compete with the Company Business.

3. Employment Termination Payments.

(a) Disclaimer. Executive acknowledges and agrees that, except as provided in this Agreement, as of the Effective Date, Executive has no contractual or other entitlement, including any vested or pro-rata entitlement or earning, to any payments, benefits, damages, awards, or compensation from the Company or any of its subsidiaries, including but not limited to, any entitlement, earning or interest in the Company’s 2012 MBO Bonus program. Executive further agrees to accept the consideration set forth in this Agreement, in lieu and in place of any continued participation in any Company bonus programs in which Executive would ordinarily have participated through the Employment Termination Date.

(b) Payment of Salary and Receipt of All Benefits. On the Employment Termination Date, the Company shall pay Executive all accrued wages through the Employment Termination Date, including accrued, unused vacation and any other benefits owed to Executive. Executive shall submit all business expenses incurred by him no later than five business days after

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the Employment Termination Date, in accordance with the Company’s travel and expense policies. The Company shall promptly reimburse Executive for all reasonable and properly documented business expenses that are submitted by him in accordance with the Company’s policies and this Section 3(b). Subject to the terms of this Agreement, Executive acknowledges and agrees that upon receipt of his final paycheck, and receipt of the expense reimbursements described above, and other than the consideration set forth in this Agreement, the Company shall have paid or provided all salary, wages, bonuses, accrued vacation/paid time off, premiums, leaves, housing allowances, relocation costs, interest, severance, outplacement costs, fees, reimbursable expenses, commissions, stock, stock options, vesting, and any and all other benefits and compensation due to Executive.

(c) Cash Severance. Subject to the release having first become effective as specified in Section 4(c), within eight (8) days of the Initial Release Effective Date (as defined below), the Company shall pay to Executive a severance payment of $374,500.00, less all applicable taxes and other authorized withholding.

(d) COBRA. For a period of eighteen (18) months following the Employment Termination Date, or until Executive has secured other employment offering substantially similar medical benefit coverage, whichever occurs first (the “Coverage Period”), the Company shall (i) reimburse Executive for the payments Executive makes for coverage for Executive and his eligible dependents who were covered under the Company’s group health plans immediately prior to the Employment Termination Date under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985, as amended (“COBRA”), provided Executive timely elects and pays for continuation coverage pursuant to COBRA within the time period prescribed pursuant to COBRA (“COBRA Reimbursements”), or (ii) for any portion of the Coverage Period in which Executive and his eligible dependents are not eligible for COBRA due to the expiration of Executive’s eligibility for COBRA coverage, reimburse Executive for the monthly premiums for continued healthcare coverage under an individual policy covering Executive and his eligible dependents (which monthly reimbursement shall not exceed the net after-tax amount of Executive’s COBRA premium as of the Employment Termination Date and the period over which monthly reimbursement would be made would not exceed such eighteen (18) month period pursuant to Section 1.409A-1(b)(9)(v)(B) of the Treasury Regulations). The foregoing payments shall, to the extent practicable, be made by the Company directly to the insurance policy carrier on Executive’s behalf; provided that if such payment method is not practicable, then such payments shall be made to Executive consistent with the Company’s normal expense reimbursement policy, provided that Executive submits documentation to the Company substantiating his payments for COBRA or other healthcare coverage, with such reimbursement occurring within thirty (30) days of Executive’s submission of said documentation. Notwithstanding the foregoing in this Section 3(d), if the Company determines in its sole discretion that it cannot provide the foregoing reimbursements with respect to COBRA Reimbursements or other healthcare coverage in a manner that is exempt from Section 409A of the Code, or that is non-discriminatory under Section 105(h) of the Code or any other section of the Code, or without violating applicable law (including, without limitation, Section 2716 of the Public Health Service Act), then, in any case, the Company shall instead pay to Executive lump sum amounts, which would be approximately equal, on a net after-tax basis, to the monthly COBRA premium for Executive and his eligible dependents as of the Employment Termination Date, over the Coverage Period (or the remaining portion thereof), for the benefit of Executive on the first day of each calendar month during the Coverage Period or such remaining portion thereof.

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(e) Benefits. Executive’s health insurance benefits shall cease on the last day of August 2012, subject to Executive’s right to continue his health insurance under COBRA and to reimbursement for COBRA premiums pursuant to Section 3(d) above. Executive’s participation in all benefits and incidents of employment, including, but not limited to, vacation, and paid time off, shall cease as of the Employment Termination Date.

(f) Attorney’s Fees. The Company shall reimburse Executive for his reasonable and customary attorney’s fees incurred in connection with the preparation of this Agreement, by direct payment to Gunderson Dettmer, LLP, in an amount not to exceed $7,500.00.

4. Other Compensation Items.

(a) Consulting Period Payments. During the Consulting Period, the Company will pay to Executive, in each case less all applicable taxes and other authorized withholding:

(i) $1,000.00 per month, payable pursuant to the payroll practices of the Company on the Company’s last payroll date of each calendar month through August 31, 2013, and

(ii) a lump sum in the amount of $177,775.00, payable on or before February 15, 2013, in compliance with the short term deferral rule under Section 1.409A-1(b)(4) of the Treasury Regulations.

(b) Equity. The Executive’s Stock Awards will remain outstanding and continue to vest during the Consulting Period, except for Performance Awards which cease vesting on the Employment Termination Date, as set forth on the schedule attached to this Agreement as Exhibit C. “Stock Awards” means all stock options, restricted stock, and such other awards granted pursuant to the Company’s stock option and equity incentive award plans or agreements and any shares of stock issued upon exercise thereof and “Performance Awards” means any Stock Awards granted pursuant to the Company’s performance-based compensation bonus plan or pursuant to any agreement that Executive has entered into with the Company providing for an equity bonus payment or equity vesting based upon the Executive’s or the Company’s performance.

(c) General Release of Claims by Executive. Executive’s right to receive any of the payments or other compensation to be made to Executive pursuant to Section 3 and this Section 4 shall be contingent on Executive providing to the Company a full and complete general release in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A (the “Release”) within twenty-one (21) days following the Employment Termination Date and Executive’s failure to revoke such Release within the time period provided therein. The date on which the Release becomes effective shall be considered the “Initial Release Effective Date.” In the event the time period for executing the Release and the failure to revoke such Release begins in one calendar year and ends in the subsequent calendar year, the Executive’s right to receive any of the payments or other compensation to be made or paid to the Executive pursuant to Section 3 and this Section 4 shall not begin or occur until the second calendar year.

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5. Section 409A. Notwithstanding any provision in this Agreement to the contrary, each of the payments provided for under Sections 3, 4 and 6 of this Agreement are intended to constitute separate payments for purposes of section 1.409A-2(b)(2) of the Treasury Regulations. To the extent such payments are scheduled to be made between the Employment Termination Date and March 15, 2013, they are intended to be payable pursuant to the “short-term deferral” rule set forth in section 1.409A-1(b)(4) of the Treasury Regulations and as such to be exempt from application of Section 409A to the maximum extent permitted under the applicable Treasury Regulation sections. To the extent such payments are to be made following said March 15th, they are intended to be payments made at a specified time or pursuant to a fixed payment schedule (pursuant to the regular payroll practices of the Company) in a manner intended to comply with the distribution requirements of Section 1.409A-3(a)(4) and Section 1.409A-3(a)(4) of the Treasury Regulations. The parties agree that payment of any severance amount payable hereunder that could be deemed to be subject to the delay in payment required under Section 409A(a)(2)(B)(i) (payments made to certain “specified employees” of certain publicly-traded companies in connection with the employee’s “separation from service”) will in any event be paid no earlier than six (6) months following Executive’s separation from service if paid in the manner specified in this Agreement. Neither the Company nor Executive will have the right to accelerate or delay any payment of severance payments hereunder.

6. Consulting Termination Payments. If the Consulting Period terminates prior to August 31, 2013 as a result of (a) the Company’s termination of the Consulting Period for any reason, (b) Executive’s termination of the Consulting Period for Good Reason, or (c) Executive’s death or Disability, then Executive shall continue to be entitled to receive the benefits set forth in Section 4(a) and (b) above notwithstanding that his service hereunder terminates prior to August 31, 2013; provided that:

(x) all as-yet-unpaid cash payments owed under this Agreement shall be paid as set forth below in this Section 6; and

(y) any Stock Awards that vest pursuant to this Agreement shall be treated as if applicable service requirements had been satisfied through August 31, 2013, which date shall be the applicable service termination date for purposes of determining the post-termination exercise period for stock options.

The benefits described above in this Section 6 are referred to the “Consulting Severance Payment”), and these payments will be made less any applicable tax withholding, in exchange for and conditioned upon the Executive’s execution of a Supplemental Release, the form of which is attached hereto as Exhibit B (the “Supplemental Release”). The Consulting Severance Payment shall be conditioned on the Executive’s Supplemental Release being executed no later than the Consulting Termination Date, and becoming effective no later than 7 days following such date. The date on which the Supplemental Release becomes effective shall be considered the “Supplemental Release Effective Date.” The cash portion of the Consulting Severance Payment (less any applicable tax withholding) will be paid as follows: (i) that portion of the cash Consulting Severance Payment otherwise scheduled under Section 4(a) above to be paid on or

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prior to March 15, 2013 shall be paid in a lump sum within seven (7) days following the Supplemental Release Effective Date, and (ii) that portion of the cash Consulting Severance Payment otherwise scheduled under Section 4(a)(i) above to be paid after March 15, 2013 shall be made on the date(s) specified under Section 4(a)(i), which schedule is intended to satisfy the fixed schedule requirements of Sections 1.409A-3(a)(4) and 1.409A-3(i)(1) of the Treasury Regulations. The accelerated vesting portion of the Consulting Severance Payment shall be effective on the Supplemental Release Effective Date.

7. Representations, Warranties and Covenants.

Executive represents and warrants that:

(a) He has carefully read and fully understands all of the provisions of this Agreement;

(b) During the course of his employment, he is not aware of any injuries for which he might be entitled to compensation pursuant to California’s Workers Compensation law;

(c) He has not initiated or participated in, and has no present intent of initiating or participating in, any investigative or adversarial proceedings of any kind, with respect to any person or entity identified as a releasee pursuant to the attached Initial Release or the Supplemental Release, nor will he do so in the future, except as may be required to enforce the terms of this Agreement, or as are otherwise consistent with the proviso concerning non-waivable claims set forth in the Initial Release and the Supplemental Release. With respect to any such non-waivable claims, however, Executive agrees to waive his right (if any) to any monetary or other recovery should any governmental agency or other third party pursue any claims on Executive’s behalf, either individually, or as part of any collective action; and

(d) As a matter of fact, Executive’s age played no part in any of the Company’s decisions or actions affecting Executive.

8. Non-disparagement. Executive agrees that he shall not disparage the Company, its board members, officers, executives or business. The Company agrees that neither its directors nor its officers shall disparage Executive, and shall take reasonable steps to communicate the Company’s obligations in this regard to its directors and officers. Nothing in this provision shall be construed to prevent any party from giving truthful testimony pursuant to a valid subpoena or other judicial process.

9. Confidential Information; Return of Company Property.

(a) Executive hereby expressly confirms his continuing obligations to the Company pursuant to the Employment, Confidential Information, Invention Assignment and Arbitration Agreement, dated September 12, 2008, a copy of which is attached to this Agreement as Exhibit D.

(b) On or before the Initial Release Effective Date, Executive shall return to the Company all originals and copies of correspondence, drawings, manuals, letters, notes, notebooks, reports, programs, plans, proposals, financial documents, or any other documents concerning the

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Company’s customers, business plans, marketing strategies, products, processes or business of any kind and/or which contain proprietary information or trade secrets which are in the possession or control of Executive or his agents or representatives, other than such items as are necessary for the provision of his services hereunder during the Consulting Period.

(c) On or before the Initial Release Effective Date, Executive shall return to the Company all equipment of the Company in his possession or control, other than such items as are necessary for the provision of his services hereunder during the Consulting Period, provided, however, that as set forth in Section 2, above, Executive shall be permitted to retain his Company-provided laptop computer, iPad and mobile phone, after the Company IT department removes any pertinent files from each of them, which activity shall be completed on or before the Initial Release Effective Date.

(d) Upon the request of the Company, Executive shall deliver to the Company a signed statement certifying compliance with this Section 9 prior to the receipt of any post-termination benefits described in this Agreement.

10. Choice of Law. This Agreement shall in all respects be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, including all matters of construction, validity and performance, without regard to conflicts of law principles. In all cases, this Agreement shall be interpreted in accordance with its plain meaning, and not strictly for or against either party.

11. Notices. All notices, demands or other communications regarding this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be sufficiently given if either personally delivered or sent by facsimile or overnight courier, addressed as follows:

(a) If to the Company:	Tessera Technologies, Inc.
	3025 Orchard Parkway
	San Jose, CA 95134
	Phone: 408-321-6000
	Fax: 408-321-2905
	Attn: General Counsel
(b) If to Executive:	Michael Anthofer

[ADDRESS REDACTED]

12. Severability. Except as otherwise specified below, should any portion of this Agreement be found void or unenforceable for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, the Parties intend that such provision be limited or modified so as to make it enforceable, and if such provision cannot be modified to be enforceable, the unenforceable portion shall be deemed severed from the remaining portions of this Agreement, which shall otherwise remain in full force and effect. If any portion of this Agreement is so found to be void or unenforceable for any reason in regard to any one or more persons, entities, or subject matters, such portion shall remain in full force and effect with respect to all other persons, entities, and subject matters. This paragraph shall not operate, however, to sever Executive’s obligation to provide the binding release to all entities intended to be released hereunder.

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13. Understanding and Authority. The Parties understand and agree that all terms of this Agreement are contractual and are not a mere recital, and represent and warrant that they are competent to covenant and agree as herein provided.

14. Integration, Modification and Survival. This Agreement, together with all documents referenced herein, contains the entire agreement of the Parties with regard to the separation of Executive’s employment, and supersedes and replaces any prior agreements as to that matter, including, without limitation, the Earlier Employment Agreements. For the sake of clarity, any prior agreements reflecting the terms of Stock Awards and Performance Awards will continue in existence and, except as modified in this Agreement, shall continue pursuant to their terms. This Agreement may not be changed or modified, in whole or in part, except by an instrument in writing signed by Executive and an executive officer of the Company. Sections 3 (“Employment Termination Payments”), 4 (“Other Compensation Items), 5 (“Section 409A”), 6 (“Consulting Termination Payments”), 7 (“Representations, Warranties and Covenants”), 8 (“Non-disparagement”), 9 (“Confidential Information; Return of Company Property “), 10 (“Choice of Law”), 11 (“Notices”), 12 (“Severability”), 13 (“Understanding and Authority”), 14 (“Integration, Modification and Survival”), 16 (“Benefit”) and 18 (“Successors”) of this Agreement shall survive termination of Executive’s employment by the Company.

15. Execution in Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts with the same force and effectiveness as though executed in a single document.

16. Benefit. All obligations under this Agreement shall be binding upon the heirs, executors, administrators, or other legal representatives or assigns of the Parties. The Company shall take all reasonable steps to ensure that any successor entity or acquirer of the Company is bound by and agrees to abide by and comply with the obligations of the Company set forth in this Agreement.

17. RIGHT TO ADVICE OF COUNSEL. EXECUTIVE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE HAS THE RIGHT, AND IS ENCOURAGED, TO CONSULT WITH HIS LAWYER; BY HIS SIGNATURE BELOW, EXECUTIVE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE UNDERSTANDS THIS RIGHT AND HAS EITHER CONSULTED WITH A LAWYER OR DETERMINED NOT TO DO SO.

18. Successors. The rights and obligations under this Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon (i) the successors and assigns of the Company, and (ii) Executive’s heirs, executors, and legal representatives upon your death. The Company shall require any successor (whether direct or indirect, by purchase, merger, consolidation or otherwise) to all or substantially all its business and/or assets to expressly assume and agree to perform this Agreement in the same manner and to the same extent that the Company would be required to perform it if no such succession had taken place. Except in the event of Executive’s death, his rights and obligations under this Agreement may not be assigned.

The Parties have carefully read this Agreement in its entirety; fully understand and agree to its terms and provisions; and intend and agree that it is final and binding on all Parties.

(Signature Page Follows)

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, and intending to be legally bound, the Parties have executed the foregoing on the dates shown below.

Executive		TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
/s/ Michael Anthofer		By:	/s/ Bernard J. Cassidy
Michael Anthofer		Name:	Bernard J. Cassidy
		Title:	Executive Vice President & General Counsel
Date:	August 14, 2012	Date:	August 14, 2012
		TESSERA GLOBAL SERVICES, INC.
		By:	/s/ Bernard J. Cassidy
		Name:	Bernard J. Cassidy
		Title:	Executive Vice President & General Counsel
		Date:	August 14, 2012

[SIGNATURE PAGE TO SEPARATION AGREEMENT]

EXHIBIT A

INITIAL RELEASE

This General Release of Claims (“Release”) is entered into as of this         day of             , 2012, among Michael Anthofer (“Executive”), Tessera Technologies, Inc., a Delaware corporation, and Tessera Global Services, Inc., a Delaware corporation (together, the “Company”) (collectively referred to herein as the “Parties”).

WHEREAS, Executive and the Company are parties to that certain Separation Agreement dated as of August 14, 2012 (the “Agreement”);

WHEREAS, the Parties agree that Executive is entitled to certain severance benefits under Section 3 of the Agreement, subject to Executive’s execution of this Release; and

WHEREAS, the Company and Executive now wish to fully and finally to resolve all matters between them.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of, and subject to, the severance benefits payable to Executive pursuant to the Agreement, the adequacy of which is hereby acknowledged by Executive, and which Executive acknowledges that he would not otherwise be entitled to receive, Executive and the Company hereby agree as follows:

1. In consideration of the benefits received under the Agreement, Executive, on behalf of himself and his executors, heirs, administrators, representatives and assigns, hereby agrees to release and forever discharge the Company and all predecessors, successors and their respective parent corporations, affiliates, related, and/or subsidiary entities, and all of their past and present investors, directors, shareholders, officers, general or limited partners, executives, attorneys, agents and representatives, and employee benefit plans in which Executive is or has been a participant by virtue of his employment with the Company, from any and all claims, debts, demands, accounts, judgments, rights, causes of action, equitable relief, damages, costs, charges, complaints, obligations, promises, agreements, controversies, suits, expenses, compensation, responsibility and liability of every kind and character whatsoever (including attorneys’ fees and costs), whether in law or equity, known or unknown, asserted or unasserted, suspected or unsuspected (collectively, “Claims”), which Executive has or may have had against such entities based on any events or circumstances arising or occurring on or prior to the date hereof or on or prior to Effective Date (as defined in the Agreement), arising directly or indirectly out of, relating to, or in any other way involving in any manner whatsoever Executive’s employment or Board membership by the Company or the separation thereof, and any and all claims arising under federal, state, or local laws relating to employment, including without limitation claims of wrongful discharge, breach of express or implied contract, fraud, misrepresentation, defamation, or liability in tort, claims of any kind that may be brought in any court or administrative agency, any claims arising under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, the California Family Rights Act, the California Labor Code and similar state or local statutes, ordinances, and regulations. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release the following claims and rights:

A-1

(a) Claims for: (i) indemnity pursuant to California law (including but not limited to Cal. Labor Code Section 2802), (ii) indemnity pursuant to any written indemnification agreements which have been entered into between Executive and the Company and any of its affiliates, (iii) coverage under any of the Company’s insurance policies for third party claims based on Executive’s employment with the Company, or (iv) indemnity pursuant to the Company’s certificate of incorporation or its by-laws;

(b) The right to bring to the attention of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission claims of discrimination, or any claim that the waiver of claims under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (“ADEA”) was not knowing or voluntary; provided, however, that Executive does release his right to secure any damages for alleged discriminatory treatment;

(c) Any claims arising from or related to the Company’s executory obligations under the Agreement; and

(d) Any other claims that cannot be released by private agreement.

2. EXECUTIVE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF AND IS FAMILIAR WITH THE PROVISIONS OF CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 1542, WHICH PROVIDES AS FOLLOWS:

“A GENERAL RELEASE DOES NOT EXTEND TO CLAIMS WHICH THE CREDITOR DOES NOT KNOW OR SUSPECT TO EXIST IN HIS OR HER FAVOR AT THE TIME OF EXECUTING THE RELEASE, WHICH IF KNOWN BY HIM OR HER MUST HAVE MATERIALLY AFFECTED HIS OR HER SETTLEMENT WITH THE DEBTOR.”

BEING AWARE OF SAID CODE SECTION, EXECUTIVE HEREBY EXPRESSLY WAIVES ANY RIGHTS HE MAY HAVE THEREUNDER, AS WELL AS UNDER ANY OTHER STATUTES OR COMMON LAW PRINCIPLES OF SIMILAR EFFECT.

3. In accordance with the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act of 1990, Executive acknowledges that he is aware of the following:

(a) He has a right to consult with an attorney before accepting this offer;

(b) He has had the opportunity of a full twenty-one (21) days within which to consider this Agreement before signing it, and that if he has not availed himself of that full time period that he has failed to do so knowingly and voluntarily.

(c) He has seven (7) days after accepting this offer to revoke his acceptance in writing, addressed and delivered no later than the expiration of the seventh day to the General Counsel of the Company, and his acceptance will not be effective until that revocation period has expired;

A-2

(d) He is, through this Release, releasing the Company and its officers, agents, directors, supervisors, executives, representatives, successors and assigns and all persons acting by, through, under, or in concert with any of them, from any and all claims he may have against the Company or such individuals, including but not limited to claims for age discrimination under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (29 U.S.C. § 621, et seq.); and

(e) He understands that rights or claims under the ADEA that may arise after the date this Agreement is signed are not waived.

(f) He understands that, notwithstanding any contrary language in this Agreement, rights or claims that may not be released, waived or compromised by private agreement, are not waived.

4. Reaffirmation by Executive. Executive hereby reaffirms the representations, warranties and covenants contained in Section 7 of the Agreement as of the date hereof.

5. Choice of Law. This Release shall in all respects be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, including all matters of construction, validity and performance, without regard to conflicts of law principles. In all cases, this Release shall be interpreted in accordance with its plain meaning, and not strictly for or against either party.

6. Entire Agreement; Amendment. This Release and the Agreement contain the entire agreement of the parties with regard to the subject matter hereof and thereof, and supersede and replace any prior agreements as to that matter. This Release may not be changed or modified, in whole or in part, except by an instrument in writing signed by Executive and an executive officer of the Company.

7. Counterparts. This Release may be executed in counterparts with the same force and effectiveness as though executed in a single document.

8. Expiration of Release. This Release is null and void if the Company has not received a copy executed by the Executive within twenty-one (21) days following the Employment Termination Date. This Release will become effective after it has been signed by all Parties and after the revocation period described in Section 3(c) above has expired without Executive’s revocation of this Release.

9. Voluntary Execution of Agreement. Executive understands and agrees that he executed this Release voluntarily, without any duress or undue influence on the part or behalf of the Company or any third party, with the full intent of releasing all of his claims against the Company and any of the other releasees. Executive further acknowledges that: (a) he has read this Release; (b) he has been represented in the preparation, negotiation, and execution of this Release by legal counsel of his own choice or has elected not to retain legal counsel; (c) he understands the terms and consequences of this Release and of the releases it contains; and (d) he is fully aware of the legal and binding effect of this Release.

(Signature Page Follows)

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, and intending to be legally bound, the parties have executed the foregoing Release as of the date first written above.

Executive	TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
	By:
Michael Anthofer	Name:
	Title:
Date:	Date:
	TESSERA GLOBAL SERVICES, INC.
	By:
	Name:
	Title:
	Date:

EXHIBIT B

SUPPLEMENTAL RELEASE

This General Release of Claims (“Supplemental Release”) is entered into as of this             day of             , 201        , among Michael Anthofer (“Executive”), Tessera Technologies, Inc., a Delaware corporation, and Tessera Global Services, Inc., a Delaware corporation (together, the “Company”) (collectively referred to herein as the “Parties”).

WHEREAS, Executive and the Company are parties to that certain Separation Agreement dated as of August 14, 2012 (the “Agreement”);

WHEREAS, the Parties agree that Executive is entitled to certain severance benefits under Section 4 of the Agreement, subject to Executive’s execution of this Supplemental Release; and

WHEREAS, the Company and Executive now wish to fully and finally to resolve all matters between them.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of, and subject to, the Consulting Severance Payment (as defined in the Agreement) payable to Executive pursuant to the Agreement, the adequacy of which is hereby acknowledged by Executive, and which Executive acknowledges that he would not otherwise be entitled to receive, Executive and the Company hereby agree as follows:

1. Executive hereby verifies and confirms his renewed agreement to the terms of the Agreement, including but not limited to the release and waiver of any and all claims relating to his employment with the Company delivered by Executive to the Company on                     , 2012 (the “Initial Release”), and further extends such Initial Release to any Claims (as defined in the Initial Release) that may have arisen after the date thereof through the date hereof, including but not limited to claims under any local ordinance or state or federal employment law, including laws prohibiting discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, national origin, or religion, as well as any claims for misclassification, wrongful discharge, breach of contract, attorneys’ fees, costs, or any claims of amounts due for fees, commissions, stock options, expenses, salary, bonuses, profit sharing or fringe benefits. Notwithstanding the generality of the foregoing, Executive does not release the following claims and rights:

(a) Claims for: (i) indemnity pursuant to California law (including but not limited to Cal. Labor Code Section 2802), (ii) indemnity pursuant to any written indemnification agreements which have been entered into between Executive and the Company and any of its affiliates, (iii) coverage under any of the Company’s insurance policies for third party claims based on Executive’s employment with the Company, or (iv) indemnity pursuant to the Company’s certificate of incorporation or its by-laws;

(b) The right to bring to the attention of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission claims of discrimination, or any claim that the waiver of claims under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (“ADEA”) was not knowing or voluntary; provided, however, that Executive does release his right to secure any damages for alleged discriminatory treatment;

(c) Any claims arising from or related to the Company’s executory obligations under the Agreement; and

(d) Any other claims that cannot be released by private agreement.

2. EXECUTIVE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF AND IS FAMILIAR WITH THE PROVISIONS OF CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 1542, WHICH PROVIDES AS FOLLOWS:

“A GENERAL RELEASE DOES NOT EXTEND TO CLAIMS WHICH THE CREDITOR DOES NOT KNOW OR SUSPECT TO EXIST IN HIS OR HER FAVOR AT THE TIME OF EXECUTING THE RELEASE, WHICH IF KNOWN BY HIM OR HER MUST HAVE MATERIALLY AFFECTED HIS OR HER SETTLEMENT WITH THE DEBTOR.”

BEING AWARE OF SAID CODE SECTION, EXECUTIVE HEREBY EXPRESSLY WAIVES ANY RIGHTS HE MAY HAVE THEREUNDER, AS WELL AS UNDER ANY OTHER STATUTES OR COMMON LAW PRINCIPLES OF SIMILAR EFFECT.

3. In accordance with the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act of 1990, Executive acknowledges that he is aware of the following:

(a) He has a right to consult with an attorney before accepting this offer;

(b) He has had the opportunity of a full twenty-one (21) days within which to consider this Agreement before signing it, and that if he has not availed himself of that full time period that he has failed to do so knowingly and voluntarily.

(c) He has seven (7) days after accepting this offer to revoke his acceptance in writing, addressed and delivered no later than the expiration of the seventh day to the General Counsel of the Company, and his acceptance will not be effective until that revocation period has expired;

(d) He is, through this Release, releasing the Company and its officers, agents, directors, supervisors, executives, representatives, successors and assigns and all persons acting by, through, under, or in concert with any of them, from any and all claims he may have against the Company or such individuals, including but not limited to claims for age discrimination under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (29 U.S.C. § 621, et seq.); and

(e) He understands that rights or claims under the ADEA that may arise after the date this Agreement is signed are not waived.

(f) He understands that, notwithstanding any contrary language in this Agreement, rights or claims that may not be released, waived or compromised by private agreement, are not waived.

4. Return of Company Property. Executive’s signature below constitutes his certification under penalty of perjury that he has returned all documents and other items provided to Executive by the Company, developed or obtained by Executive in connection with his employment with or service to the Company, or otherwise belonging to the Company.

5. Payment of Salary and Receipt of All Benefits. Executive acknowledges and represents that, other than the Consulting Severance Payment, the Company has paid or provided all consulting fees, salary, wages, bonuses, accrued vacation/paid time off, premiums, leaves, housing allowances, relocation costs, interest, severance, outplacement costs, fees, reimbursable expenses, commissions, stock, stock options, vesting, and any and all other benefits and compensation due to Executive.

6. Reaffirmation by Executive. Each Party hereby reaffirms the representations, warranties and covenants contained in Section 7 of the Agreement as of the date hereof.

7. Choice of Law. This Supplemental Release shall in all respects be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, including all matters of construction, validity and performance, without regard to conflicts of law principles. In all cases, this Supplemental Release shall be interpreted in accordance with its plain meaning, and not strictly for or against either party.

8. Entire Agreement; Amendment. This Supplemental Release, the Release and the Agreement contain the entire agreement of the parties with regard to the subject matter hereof and thereof, and supersede and replace any prior agreements as to that matter. This Supplemental Release may not be changed or modified, in whole or in part, except by an instrument in writing signed by Executive and an executive officer of the Company.

9. Counterparts. This Supplemental Release may be executed in counterparts with the same force and effectiveness as though executed in a single document.

10. Expiration of Supplemental Release. This Supplemental Release is null and void if the Company has not received a copy executed by the Executive within 10 days following the Consulting Termination Date (as defined in the Agreement). This Supplemental Release will become effective after it has been signed by all Parties.

11. Voluntary Execution of Agreement. Executive understands and agrees that he executed this Supplemental Release voluntarily, without any duress or undue influence on the part or behalf of the Company or any third party, with the full intent of releasing all of his claims against the Company and any of the other releasees. Executive further acknowledges that: (a) he has read this Supplemental Release; (b) he has been represented in the preparation, negotiation, and execution of this Supplemental Release by legal

counsel of his own choice or has elected not to retain legal counsel; (c) he understands the terms and consequences of this Supplemental Release and of the releases it contains; and (d) he is fully aware of the legal and binding effect of this Supplemental Release.

(Signature Page Follows)

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, and intending to be legally bound, the parties have executed the foregoing Supplemental Release as of the date first written above.

Executive	TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
	By:
Michael Anthofer	Name:
	Title:
Date:	Date:
	TESSERA GLOBAL SERVICES, INC.
	By:
	Name:
	Title:
	Date:

EXHIBIT C

Equity Vesting Schedule

Stock Options

Grant Number	Grant Date		Price		Shares Granted		Shares Vested as of 8/14/12		Additional Shares Scheduled to Be Vested by 8/31/13
00004019		09/09/11	$	12.52		22,000		5,042		5,500
00003661		08/18/10	$	16.02		25,000		11,979		6,771
00003351		08/19/09	$	26.16		25,000		18,229		6,771
00002722		09/29/08	$	14.91		150,000		143,750		6,250

Restricted Stock

Grant Number	Grant Date		Price		Shares Granted		Shares Vested as of 8/14/12		Additional Shares Scheduled to Be Vested by 8/31/13
00002723		09/29/08	$	0.001		25,000		18,750		6,250

Excluded Performance Awards

Grant Number	Grant Date		Price		Shares Granted		Shares Vested as of 8/14/12		Additional Shares Scheduled to Be Vested by 8/31/13
00003671		08/08/10	$	0.001		15,000		1,927		Zero
00003448		08/19/09	$	0.001		15,000		5,677		Zero

EXHIBIT D

Employment, Confidential Information, Invention Assignment and

Arbitration Agreement

EX-31.1

Exhibit 31.1

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer

Pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

I, Robert A. Young, certify that:

1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Tessera Technologies, Inc.;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

a) designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

b) designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

c) evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

d) disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a) all significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

b) any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.

Date: November 6, 2012	/s/ Robert A. Young
	Robert A. Young
	President and Chief Executive Officer

EX-31.2

Exhibit 31.2

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer

Pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

I, C. Richard Neely, Jr., certify that:

1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Tessera Technologies, Inc.;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

a) designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

b) designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

c) evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

d) disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a) all significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

b) any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.

Date: November 6, 2012	/s/ C. RICHARD NEELY, JR.
	C. Richard Neely, Jr.
	Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

EX-32.1

Exhibit 32.1

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO

RULE 13a-14(b) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

AND 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350

In connection with the Quarterly Report of Tessera Technologies, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), on Form 10-Q for the period ending September 30, 2012 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Report”), I, Robert A. Young, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, certify, pursuant to Rule 13a-14(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and 18 U.S.C. § 1350, as adopted pursuant to § 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that to my knowledge:

(1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended; and

(2) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

/s/ Robert A. Young

Robert A. Young

President and Chief Executive Officer

November 6, 2012

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO

RULE 13a-14(b) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

AND 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350

In connection with the Quarterly Report of Tessera Technologies, Inc, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), on Form 10-Q for the period ending September 30, 2012 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Report”), I, C. Richard Neely, Jr., Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company, certify, pursuant to Rule 13a-14(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and 18 U.S.C. § 1350, as adopted pursuant to § 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that to my knowledge:

(1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended; and

(2) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

/s/ C. RICHARD NEELY, JR.

C. Richard Neely, Jr.

Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

November 6, 2012

A signed original of this written statement required by Rule 13a-14(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 has been provided to the Registrant and will be retained by the Registrant and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.

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Inventories (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
Raw materials	$ 2,037	$ 516
Work in process	515	435
Finished goods	709	623
Inventories	$ 3,261	$ 1,574

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Estimated Future Amortization Expense of Intangible Assets, Excluding the In-Process Research and Development (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012
Schedule of Intangible Assets Disclosure [Line Items]
2012 (remaining 3 months)	$ 6,153
2013	24,510
2014	22,699
2015	21,366
2016	17,522
Thereafter	31,978
Future Amortization Expense, Total	$ 124,228

XML

Purchase Price Allocation (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012
Net tangible assets:
Business acquisition purchase price allocation, Property and equipment, net	$ 11,196
Business acquisition purchase price allocation, Inventory	392
Business acquisition purchase price allocation, Other current assets	870
Business acquisition purchase price allocation, Other assets	7,853
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Tangible Assets	20,311
Identified intangible assets:
Goodwill	6,844
Identified intangible assets	8,644
Total purchase price	28,955
Patented Technology
Identified intangible assets:
Identified intangible assets	900
Intangible assets useful life	14 years
Customer Relationships
Identified intangible assets:
Identified intangible assets	$ 900
Intangible assets useful life	3 years
Minimum
Identified intangible assets:
Property and equipment,useful life	1 year
Intangible assets useful life	2 years
Maximum
Identified intangible assets:
Property and equipment,useful life	7 years
Intangible assets useful life	15 years

XML

Schedule of Property and Equipment, Net, by Geographical Area (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Total	$ 50,987	$ 36,319
U.S.
Property and equipment, net	37,067	35,082
China
Property and equipment, net	9,624
Israel and Other
Property and equipment, net	$ 4,296	$ 1,237

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Net Loss per Share (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Net loss	$ (1,112)	$ (44,736)	$ (9,609)	$ (21,938)
Weighted average common shares outstanding	52,111	51,407	51,927	51,041
Less: Unvested common shares subject to repurchase	(18)	(43)	(19)	(61)
Total shares-basic	52,093	51,364	51,908	50,980
Stock awards
Restricted stock awards and units
Total shares-diluted	52,093	51,364	51,908	50,980
Net loss per share-basic	$ (0.02)	$ (0.87)	$ (0.19)	$ (0.43)
Net loss per share-diluted	$ (0.02)	$ (0.87)	$ (0.19)	$ (0.43)

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Estimated Fair Value of Marketable Securities by Contractual Maturity (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Estimated Fair Value, Due in one year or less	$ 284,495
Estimated Fair Value, Due in one to two years	97,282
Estimated Fair Value	$ 381,777	$ 461,877

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Stock-Based Compensation Expense (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Effect of Recording Stock-Based Compensation Expense

The effect of recording stock-based compensation expense for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 is as follows (in thousands):

	Three Months Ended				Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011		September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011
Cost of revenues	$	106	$	67	$	504	$	339
Research, development and other related costs		1,326		1,694		4,990		6,548
Selling, general and administrative		2,548		3,598		7,755		13,363
Total stock-based compensation expense	$	3,980	$	5,359	$	13,249	$	20,250

Stock-Based Compensation Expense Categorized by Equity Components

Stock-based compensation expense categorized by various equity components for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 is summarized in the table below (in thousands):

	Three Months Ended				Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011		September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011
Employee stock options	$	2,341	$	3,375	$	8,251	$	12,547
Restricted stock awards and units		1,154		1,494		3,557		6,124
Employee stock purchase plan		485		490		1,441		1,579
Total stock-based compensation expense	$	3,980	$	5,359	$	13,249	$	20,250

Schedule of Assumptions Used To Value Options Granted

The following assumptions were used to value the options granted:

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011			September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011
Expected life (in years)		3.7			3.7			3.7			3.7
Risk-free interest rate		0.5	%		0.7	%		0.5 - 0.8	%		0.7 - 1.8	%
Dividend yield		2.7	%		0.0	%		2.2 - 2.7	%		0.0	%
Expected volatility		48.5	%		76.5	%		48.5 - 66.4	%		76.3 - 76.7	%

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Subsequent Event - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended	1 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Oct. 31, 2012 Subsequent Event Dividend Declared
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Dividend declared date			Oct. 31, 2012
Cash dividend declared, per share	$ 0.10	$ 0.20	$ 0.10
Dividend payable date			Dec. 13, 2012
Dividend record date			Nov. 22, 2012

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Stockholders' Equity - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	1 Months Ended	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended	9 Months Ended				1 Months Ended	9 Months Ended				1 Months Ended	9 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Aug. 31, 2007	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012 Stock Option 1996 Plan And 1999 Plan	Sep. 30, 2012 Stock Option 1996 Plan And 1999 Plan Minimum	Sep. 30, 2012 Stock Option 1996 Plan And 1999 Plan Employee Stock Options	Sep. 30, 2012 Stock Option 1996 Plan And 1999 Plan Non Employee Stock Options	Feb. 28, 2003 Stock Option 2003 Plan	Sep. 30, 2012 Stock Option 2003 Plan	Sep. 30, 2012 Stock Option 2003 Plan Minimum	Sep. 30, 2012 Stock Option 2003 Plan Employee Stock Options	Sep. 30, 2012 Stock Option 2003 Plan Non Employee Stock Options	Aug. 31, 2003 Employee Stock Purchase Plan	Sep. 30, 2012 Employee Stock Purchase Plan	Jun. 30, 2008 Employee Stock Purchase Plan	Sep. 30, 2012 Employee Stock Purchase Plan Maximum
Schedule of Trading Securities and Other Trading Assets [Line Items]
Plan to repurchase maximum outstanding common stock shares	$ 100,000,000
Total repurchase of common stock, shares		645,000	645,000
Average price of share repurchased		$ 16.26	$ 16.26
Repurchase of common stock		10,500,000	10,500,000
Total amount available for repurchase		89,500,000
Options granted term, years				10 years
Vesting period, years				4 years				4 years
Incentive stock options granted to employees at exercise price				110.00%		100.00%	85.00%		110.00%		100.00%	85.00%
Voting power of all classes of stock of the Company					10.00%					10.00%
Shares reserved for grant									4,955,000					299,000
Common stock reserved for employee stock purchase plan													200,000		200,000
Percentage of outstanding share													1.00%
Employee Stock purchase Plan Offering Period														24 months
Percentage of voting stock																5.00%
Contribution under ESPP plan														20.00%
Purchase price per share for stock purchase under ESPP														85.00%
Common stock purchase authorized per year														$ 25,000

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Related Party Transaction - Additional Information (Detail) (3LP Advisors LLC, USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011
3LP Advisors LLC
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Recognized operating expense	$ 0.4	$ 0.5	$ 2.1	$ 2.1
Accounts payable due to related parties	$ 0.2		$ 0.2		$ 2.0

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Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Depreciation and Amortization Useful Life Periods for Property and Equipment

The depreciation and amortization useful life periods for property and equipment are as follows:

Furniture and office equipment	One to five years
Production equipment	Five to ten years
Buildings	Seven, eight and 39 years
Leasehold improvements	Shorter of five years or the remaining term of the lease

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Fair Value - Additional Information (Detail) (Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring, USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)
Fair Value Measurements [Line Items]
Fair value of acquired property, plant and equipment	$ 0.3
Fair value of acquired intangible assets	1.8
Acquired Assets
Fair Value Measurements [Line Items]
Fair value of acquired property, plant and equipment	18.2
Fair value of acquired intangible assets	$ 1.8

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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
Unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities, net of tax	$ 374	$ 24
Accumulated other comprehensive income	$ 374	$ 24

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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]
Entity net assets	$ 2.7
Entity capital contribution	5.0
Maximum
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]
Entity capital contribution	$ 5.0

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Changes in Goodwill (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified			9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012 Digital Optics Segment
Goodwill [Line Items]
Balance at December 31, 2011	$ 6,844	$ 0
Goodwill acquired through the asset acquisition from Vista Point Technologies			6,844
Balance at September 30, 2012	$ 6,844	$ 0	$ 6,844

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Segment and Geographic Information - Additional Information (Detail)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012 Customer	Sep. 30, 2011 Customer	Sep. 30, 2012 Segment Customer	Sep. 30, 2011 Customer
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Number of reportable segments			2
Number of major customers each accounting for 10% or more of total revenues	4	3	2	2

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Stock-Based Compensation Expense Categorized by Equity Components (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Total stock-based compensation expense	$ 3,980	$ 5,359	$ 13,249	$ 20,250
Employee Stock Options
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Total stock-based compensation expense	2,341	3,375	8,251	12,547
Restricted Stock Awards And Units
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Total stock-based compensation expense	1,154	1,494	3,557	6,124
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Total stock-based compensation expense	$ 485	$ 490	$ 1,441	$ 1,579

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Business Combinations - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	1 Months Ended
	Jun. 28, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012
Business Combination, Transactions [Line Items]
Business acquisition for Cash consideration	$ 29,000,000
Cash acquired in acquisition	11,900,000
Cash consideration placed in escrow	7,600,000
Allocated to amortizable intangible assets acquired		8,644,000
Preliminary Allocation
Business Combination, Transactions [Line Items]
Allocation to acquire net tangible asset		20,300,000
Allocated to property and equipment to be delivered		7,000,000
Allocated to amortizable intangible assets acquired		$ 1,800,000

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Recent Accounting Pronouncements

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

NOTE 3 – RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS

Adopted

In June 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (the “FASB”) and International Accounting Standards Board issued an update to the authoritative guidance for fair value measurement. This update does not extend the use of fair value accounting, but provides guidance on how it should be applied where its use is already required or permitted by other standards within U.S. GAAP or International Financial Reporting Standards. This update changes the wording used to describe many requirements in U.S. GAAP for measuring fair value and for disclosing information about fair value measurements. Additionally, this update clarifies the FASB’s intent about the application of existing fair value measurements. This update is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2011 and shall be applied prospectively. The adoption of this guidance did not have a significant impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Issued

In December 2011, the FASB issued ASU 2011-11, Balance Sheet (Topic 210): Disclosure about Offsetting Assets and Liabilities, which requires an entity to include additional disclosures about financial instruments and transactions eligible for offset in the statement of financial position, as well as financial instruments subject to a master netting agreement or similar arrangement. ASU 2011-11 is effective for annual reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2013, and interim periods within those annual periods. The adoption of this ASU is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements.

In July 2012, the FASB issued ASU 2012-02, Intangibles – Goodwill and Other (Topic 350): Testing Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets for Impairment, which is intended to reduce the complexity and cost of performing a quantitative test for impairment of indefinite-lived intangible assets by permitting an entity the option to perform a qualitative evaluation about the likelihood that an indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired in order to determine whether it should calculate the fair value of the asset. The update also improves previous guidance by expanding upon the examples of events and circumstances that an entity should consider between annual impairment tests in determining whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of an indefinite-lived intangible asset is less than its carrying amount. ASU 2012-02 is effective for annual and interim impairment tests performed for fiscal years beginning after September 15, 2012. Early adoption is permitted. The adoption of this ASU is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements.

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Stock-Based Compensation Expense - Additional Information (Detail)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]
Expected life (years)	3 years 8 months 12 days	3 years 8 months 12 days	3 years 8 months 12 days	3 years 8 months 12 days
Black Scholes Option Pricing Model
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]
Expected life (years)			2 years

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Summary of Marketable Securities (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities, Cost	$ 381,402	$ 461,853
Available-for-sale securities, Gross Unrealized Gains	413	396
Available-for-sale securities, Gross Unrealized Losses	(38)	(372)
Estimated Fair Value	381,777	461,877
Corporate Bonds And Notes
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities, Cost	184,690	168,294
Available-for-sale securities, Gross Unrealized Gains	300	99
Available-for-sale securities, Gross Unrealized Losses	(24)	(322)
Estimated Fair Value	184,966	168,071
Municipal Bonds And Notes
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities, Cost	94,130	151,887
Available-for-sale securities, Gross Unrealized Gains	82	203
Available-for-sale securities, Gross Unrealized Losses	(6)	(15)
Estimated Fair Value	94,206	152,075
Treasury And Agency Notes And Bills
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities, Cost	30,559	87,684
Available-for-sale securities, Gross Unrealized Gains	18	84
Available-for-sale securities, Gross Unrealized Losses		(14)
Estimated Fair Value	30,577	87,754
Commercial Paper
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities, Cost	50,187	30,899
Available-for-sale securities, Gross Unrealized Gains	11	7
Available-for-sale securities, Gross Unrealized Losses	(8)	(15)
Estimated Fair Value	50,190	30,891
Money Market Funds
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities, Cost	17,329	13,269
Estimated Fair Value	17,329	13,269
Certificates of Deposit
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities, Cost	4,507	9,820
Available-for-sale securities, Gross Unrealized Gains	2	3
Available-for-sale securities, Gross Unrealized Losses		(6)
Estimated Fair Value	4,509	9,817
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Estimated Fair Value	40,825	25,190
Short-term Investments
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Estimated Fair Value	$ 340,952	$ 436,687

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Fair Value (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Schedule of Fair Value Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis

The following is a list of the Company’s assets required to be measured at fair value on a recurring basis and where they were classified within the hierarchy as of September 30, 2012 (in thousands):

	Fair Value		Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)
Assets
Marketable Securities
Money market funds (1)	$	17,329	$	17,329	$	—	$	—
Corporate bonds and notes (2)		184,966		—		184,966		—
Municipal bonds and notes (2)		94,206		—		94,206		—
Treasury and agency notes and bills (2)		30,577		—		30,577		—
Certificate of deposit (2)		4,509		—		4,509		—
Commercial paper (3)		50,190		—		50,190		—
Total Assets	$	381,777	$	17,329	$	364,448	$	—

The following footnotes indicate where the noted items were recorded in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet at September 30, 2012:

(1) Reported as cash and cash equivalents.

(2) Reported as short-term investments.

(3) Reported as either cash and cash equivalents or short-term investments

The following is a list of the Company’s assets required to be measured at fair value on a recurring basis and where they were classified within the hierarchy as of December 31, 2011 (in thousands):

	Fair Value		Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level  1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)
Assets
Marketable Securities
Money market funds (1)	$	13,270	$	13,270	$	—	$	—
Corporate bonds and notes (2)		168,071		—		168,071		—
Municipal bonds and notes (2)		152,075		—		152,075		—
Treasury and agency notes and bills (2)		87,754		—		87,754		—
Certificate of deposit (2)		9,817		—		9,817		—
Commercial paper (3)		30,890		—		30,890		—
Total Assets	$	461,877	$	13,270	$	448,607	$	—

The following footnotes indicate where the noted items were recorded in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet at December 31, 2011:

(1) Reported as cash and cash equivalents.

(2) Reported as short-term investments.

(3) Reported as either cash and cash equivalents or short-term investments

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Business Combination (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Purchase Price Allocated Based on Fair Value of Acquisition

Based upon the fair values acquired, the purchase price allocation is as follows (in thousands):

	Amount		Estimated Useful Life (Years)
Net tangible assets:
Property and equipment, net	$	11,196		1-7
Inventory		392		N/A
Other current assets		870		N/A
Other assets		7,853		N/A
		20,311
Identified intangible assets:
Patents/core technology		900		14
Customer relationships		900		3
Goodwill		6,844		N/A
		8,644
Total purchase price	$	28,955

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Net Loss Per Share - Additional Information (Detail) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Shares of common stock excluded from the computation of net loss per share	6.5	6.8	6.5	6.2

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Financial Instruments - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]
Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments			$ 465.9		$ 492.4
Net unrealized gains net of tax related to temporary increase in value of available-for-sale securities			0.4
Impairment charges	0	0	0	0
Operating Accounts
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]
Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments			$ 84.1		$ 30.5

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Goodwill And Identified Intangible Assets (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Changes in Goodwill

The changes to our goodwill, which are all allocated to the DigitalOptics segment, from December 31, 2011 through September 30, 2012 is reflected below (in thousands):

	DigitalOptics
Balance at December 31, 2011	$	—
Goodwill acquired through the asset acquisition from Vista Point Technologies		6,844
Balance at September 30, 2012	$	6,844

Identified Intangible Assets

Identified intangible assets consisted of the following (in thousands):

		September 30, 2012							December 31, 2011
	Average Life (Years)	Gross Assets		Accumulated Amortization			Net		Gross Assets		Accumulated Amortization			Net
Acquired patents / core technology	3-15	$	135,366	$	(34,534	)	$	100,832	$	132,553	$	(21,901	)	$	110,652
Existing technology	5-10		54,196		(37,066	)		17,130		54,196		(32,032	)		22,164
Customer contracts	3-9		12,800		(7,794	)		5,006		11,900		(6,808	)		5,092
Trade name	4-10		3,620		(2,360	)		1,260		3,620		(2,102	)		1,518
In-process research and development	Indefinite		1,900		—			1,900		1,900		—			1,900
Non-competition agreements	2		1,400		(1,400	)		—		1,400		(1,400	)		—
Assembled workforce	4		300		(300	)		—		300		(300	)		—
		$	209,582	$	(83,454	)	$	126,128	$	205,869	$	(64,543	)	$	141,326

Estimated Future Amortization Expense

As of September 30, 2012, the estimated future amortization expense of intangible assets, excluding the in-process research and development, is as follows (in thousands):

2012 (remaining 3 months)	$	6,153
2013		24,510
2014		22,699
2015		21,366
2016		17,522
Thereafter		31,978
	$	124,228

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Net Loss Per Share (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Computation of Basic and Diluted Net Loss Per Share

The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted net loss per share (in thousands, except per share amounts):

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011			September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011
Numerator:
Net loss	$	(1,112	)	$	(44,736	)	$	(9,609	)	$	(21,938	)
Denominator:
Weighted average common shares outstanding		52,111			51,407			51,927			51,041
Less: Unvested common shares subject to repurchase		(18	)		(43	)		(19	)		(61	)
Total shares-basic		52,093			51,364			51,908			50,980
Effect of dilutive securities:
Stock awards		—			—			—			—
Restricted stock awards and units		—			—			—			—
Total shares-diluted		52,093			51,364			51,908			50,980
Net loss per share-basic	$	(0.02	)	$	(0.87	)	$	(0.19	)	$	(0.43	)
Net loss per share-diluted	$	(0.02	)	$	(0.87	)	$	(0.19	)	$	(0.43	)

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Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies

NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

There have been no significant changes in the Company’s significant accounting policies with the exception of those described below during the nine months ended September 30, 2012, as compared to the significant accounting policies described in the Form 10-K.

Property and equipment

Property and equipment are recorded at cost and depreciated using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives. Equipment held under capital lease is stated at the fair market value of the related asset at the time of lease origination and is amortized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. The Company held no significant equipment under capital lease agreements in the periods presented. Repair and maintenance costs are charged to expense as incurred.

The depreciation and amortization useful life periods for property and equipment are as follows:

Furniture and office equipment	One to five years
Production equipment	Five to ten years
Buildings	Seven, eight and 39 years
Leasehold improvements	Shorter of five years or the remaining term of the lease

Variable Interest Entity

In October 2011, a subsidiary of the Company entered into a limited liability company agreement (“Agreement”) to form a new entity (“Entity”), with the Entity’s primary objective to define strategies and related business plans to accelerate the development and commercialization of the Company’s current and future advanced packaging and interconnect technology. The subsidiary of the Company is the sole contributor of capital to the Entity and has contributed $5.0 million of the total possible capital contribution of up to $5.0 million, as of September 30, 2012. Per the Agreement, all net profits and losses are allocated to such subsidiary of the Company since it is the sole contributor of capital. The Entity has net assets of approximately $2.7 million as of September 30, 2012 which are consolidated with the Company’s operating results.

Contingencies

From time to time, the Company may be involved in legal and administrative proceedings and claims of various types. The Company records a liability in its consolidated financial statements for these matters when a loss is known or considered probable and the amount can be reasonably estimated. Management reviews these estimates in each accounting period as additional information becomes known and adjusts the loss provision when appropriate. If the loss is not probable or cannot be reasonably estimated, a liability is not recorded in the consolidated financial statements. If a loss is probable but the amount of loss cannot be reasonably estimated, the Company discloses the loss contingency and an estimate of possible loss or range of loss (unless such an estimate cannot be made). The Company does not recognize gain contingencies until they are realized. Legal costs incurred in connection with loss contingencies are expensed as incurred. See Note 13, “Commitments and Contingencies,” for further information regarding the Company’s pending litigation.

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Stockholders' Equity (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Summary of Stock Option Activity

A summary of the stock option activity is presented below (in thousands, except per share amounts):

	Shares Outstanding
	Number of Shares			Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share
Balance at December 31, 2011		6,819		$	20.16
Options granted		1,603		$	15.56
Options exercised		(127	)	$	14.70
Options cancelled / forfeited / expired		(1,654	)	$	23.85
Balance at September 30, 2012		6,641		$	18.24

Summary of Restricted Stock Awards and Units

Information with respect to outstanding restricted stock awards and units as of September 30, 2012 is as follows (in thousands, except per share amounts):

	Restricted Stock
	Number of Shares Subject to Time- based Vesting			Number of Shares Subject to Performance- based Vesting			Total Number of Shares			Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value Per Share
Balance at December 31, 2011		730			261			991		$	17.60
Awards and units granted		311			133			444		$	16.57
Awards and units vested / earned		(208	)		(30	)		(238	)	$	17.22
Awards and units cancelled / forfeited		(112	)		(248	)		(360	)	$	19.48
Balance at September 30, 2012		721			116			837		$	16.35

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Property and Equipment, Net (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
Furniture and office equipment	$ 39,842	$ 37,371
Production equipment	32,813	11,589
Land and buildings	21,314	21,314
Leasehold improvements	6,226	5,460
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross, Total	100,195	75,734
Less: Accumulated depreciation and amortization	(49,208)	(39,415)
Property and equipment, net	$ 50,987	$ 36,319

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Identified Intangible Assets (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Assets	$ 209,582	$ 205,869
Accumulated Amortization	(83,454)	(64,543)
Net	126,128	141,326
Minimum
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Average Life (Years)	2 years
Maximum
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Average Life (Years)	15 years
Acquired Patents/ Core Technology
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Assets	135,366	132,553
Accumulated Amortization	(34,534)	(21,901)
Net	100,832	110,652
Acquired Patents/ Core Technology | Minimum
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Average Life (Years)	3 years
Acquired Patents/ Core Technology | Maximum
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Average Life (Years)	15 years
Existing Technology
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Assets	54,196	54,196
Accumulated Amortization	(37,066)	(32,032)
Net	17,130	22,164
Existing Technology | Minimum
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Average Life (Years)	5 years
Existing Technology | Maximum
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Average Life (Years)	10 years
Customer Contracts
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Assets	12,800	11,900
Accumulated Amortization	(7,794)	(6,808)
Net	5,006	5,092
Customer Contracts | Minimum
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Average Life (Years)	3 years
Customer Contracts | Maximum
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Average Life (Years)	9 years
Trade Name
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Assets	3,620	3,620
Accumulated Amortization	(2,360)	(2,102)
Net	1,260	1,518
Trade Name | Minimum
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Average Life (Years)	4 years
Trade Name | Maximum
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Average Life (Years)	10 years
In-Process Research and Development
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Assets	1,900	1,900
Net	1,900	1,900
Non-Competition Agreements
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Average Life (Years)	2 years
Gross Assets	1,400	1,400
Accumulated Amortization	(1,400)	(1,400)
Assembled Workforce
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Average Life (Years)	4 years
Gross Assets	300	300
Accumulated Amortization	$ (300)	$ (300)

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Restructuring and Other Charges - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and other charges	$ 2,938	$ 4,997	$ 5,200
Reduction in employee Base	15.00%

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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 124,954	$ 55,758
Short-term investments	340,952	436,687
Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $43 at each period end	14,083	8,599
Inventories	3,261	1,574
Short-term deferred tax assets	2,032	1,892
Other current assets	23,695	13,664
Total current assets	508,977	518,174
Property and equipment, net	50,987	36,319
Intangible assets, net	126,128	141,326
Goodwill	6,844	0
Long-term deferred tax assets	15,456	18,223
Other assets	10,597	2,484
Total assets	718,989	716,526
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	13,086	7,203
Accrued legal fees	7,003	6,110
Accrued liabilities	18,190	20,824
Deferred revenue	4,223	2,610
Total current liabilities	42,502	36,747
Long-term deferred tax liabilities	4,083	4,083
Other long-term liabilities	5,407	5,017
Commitments and contingencies (Note 13)
Stockholders' equity:
Preferred stock: $0.001 par value; 10,000 shares authorized and no shares issued and outstanding
Common stock: $0.001 par value; 150,000 shares authorized; 52,879 and 52,221 shares issued, respectively, and 52,228 and 51,576 shares outstanding, respectively	53	52
Additional paid-in capital	478,770	462,697
Treasury stock at cost; 651 and 645 shares on common stock at each period end, respectively	(10,588)	(10,505)
Accumulated other comprehensive income	374	24
Retained earnings	198,388	218,411
Total stockholders' equity	666,997	670,679
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$ 718,989	$ 716,526

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Fair Value and Gross Unrealized Losses Related to Individual Available-for-Sale Securities (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Fair Value, Less Than 12 Months	$ 80,531	$ 152,812
Gross Unrealized Losses, Less Than 12 Months	(38)	(372)
Fair Value, 12 Months or More
Gross Unrealized Losses, 12 Months or More
Fair Value, Total	80,531	152,812
Gross Unrealized Losses, Total	(38)	(372)
Corporate Bonds And Notes
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Fair Value, Less Than 12 Months	36,845	96,895
Gross Unrealized Losses, Less Than 12 Months	(24)	(322)
Fair Value, 12 Months or More
Gross Unrealized Losses, 12 Months or More
Fair Value, Total	36,845	96,895
Gross Unrealized Losses, Total	(24)	(322)
Municipal Bonds And Notes
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Fair Value, Less Than 12 Months	17,709	21,610
Gross Unrealized Losses, Less Than 12 Months	(6)	(15)
Fair Value, 12 Months or More
Gross Unrealized Losses, 12 Months or More
Fair Value, Total	17,709	21,610
Gross Unrealized Losses, Total	(6)	(15)
Commercial Paper
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Fair Value, Less Than 12 Months	25,977	16,402
Gross Unrealized Losses, Less Than 12 Months	(8)	(15)
Fair Value, 12 Months or More
Gross Unrealized Losses, 12 Months or More
Fair Value, Total	25,977	16,402
Gross Unrealized Losses, Total	(8)	(15)
Treasury And Agency Notes And Bills
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Fair Value, Less Than 12 Months		14,391
Gross Unrealized Losses, Less Than 12 Months		(14)
Fair Value, 12 Months or More
Gross Unrealized Losses, 12 Months or More
Fair Value, Total		14,391
Gross Unrealized Losses, Total		(14)
Certificates of Deposit
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Fair Value, Less Than 12 Months		3,514
Gross Unrealized Losses, Less Than 12 Months		(6)
Fair Value, 12 Months or More
Gross Unrealized Losses, 12 Months or More
Fair Value, Total		3,514
Gross Unrealized Losses, Total		$ (6)

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Condensed Consolidated Statements Of Cash Flows (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss	$ (9,609)	$ (21,938)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment	10,164	7,487
Amortization of intangible assets	18,910	12,548
Loss (gain) on disposal of property and equipment, net	(21)	76
Stock-based compensation expense	13,249	20,250
Impairment of goodwill		49,653
Deferred income tax, net	(140)	(1,655)
Amortization of premuim/discount on investments	1,132
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions:
Accounts receivable, net	(5,484)	3,560
Inventories	(1,295)	196
Other assets	(9,240)	(360)
Accounts payable	5,883	(370)
Accrued legal fees	893	4,097
Accrued liabilities	(2,603)	(5,831)
Deferred revenue	1,613	(4,329)
Net cash provided by operating activities	23,452	63,384
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of property and equipment	(12,782)	(3,518)
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment	63	2,207
Purchases of short-term available-for-sale investments	(202,387)	(269,167)
Proceeds from maturities and sales of short-term and long-term investments	297,340	230,364
Purchases of intangible assets	(4,412)	(8,494)
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired	(27,173)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities	50,649	(48,608)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Dividend paid	(10,414)
Proceeds from exercise of stock options	1,860	3,180
Proceeds from employee stock purchase program	3,732	4,174
Repurchase of common stock	(83)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	(4,905)	7,354
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents	69,196	22,130
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	55,758	69,268
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	$ 124,954	$ 91,398

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Summary of Restricted Stock Awards and Units (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012
Schedule of Trading Securities and Other Trading Assets [Line Items]
Restricted stock awards and units, beginning balance	991
Restricted stock awards and units, granted	444
Restricted stock awards and units, vested / earned	(238)
Restricted stock awards and units, cancelled / forfeited	(360)
Restricted stock awards and units, ending balance	837
Weighted average grant date fair value per share of restricted stock and units, beginning balance	$ 17.60
Weighted average grant date fair value per share of restricted stock and units, granted	$ 16.57
Weighted average grant date fair value per share of restricted stock and units, vested / earned	$ 17.22
Weighted average grant date fair value of restricted stock and units, cancelled / forfeited	$ 19.48
Weighted average grant date fair value per share of restricted stock and units, ending balance	$ 16.35
Restricted Stock | Number Of Shares Subject To Time-Based Vesting
Schedule of Trading Securities and Other Trading Assets [Line Items]
Restricted stock awards and units, beginning balance	730
Restricted stock awards and units, granted	311
Restricted stock awards and units, vested / earned	(208)
Restricted stock awards and units, cancelled / forfeited	(112)
Restricted stock awards and units, ending balance	721
Restricted Stock | Number Of Shares Subject To Performance-Based Vesting
Schedule of Trading Securities and Other Trading Assets [Line Items]
Restricted stock awards and units, beginning balance	261
Restricted stock awards and units, granted	133
Restricted stock awards and units, vested / earned	(30)
Restricted stock awards and units, cancelled / forfeited	(248)
Restricted stock awards and units, ending balance	116

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Segment And Geographic Information (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Schedule of Segment Revenues, Operating Expenses and Operating Loss

The following table sets forth the Company’s segment revenues, operating expenses and operating loss for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 (in thousands):

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30,			September 30,			September 30,			September 30,
	2012			2011			2012			2011
Revenues:
Intellectual Property Segment:
Royalty and license fees	$	57,721		$	50,312		$	149,723		$	164,414
Past production payments		79			—			79			—
Product and service revenues		66			—			66			—
Total Intellectual Property revenues		57,866			50,312			149,868			164,414
DigitalOptics Segment:
Royalty and license fees		2,393			4,959			11,840			18,517
Product and service revenues		12,431			4,071			19,079			14,914
Total DigitalOptics revenues		14,824			9,030			30,919			33,431
Total revenues		72,690			59,342			180,787			197,845
Operating expenses:
Intellectual Property Segment		25,533			23,736			68,858			59,269
DigitalOptics Segment		38,154			71,803			89,428			116,910
Corporate Overhead		11,375			10,827			35,712			35,960
Total operating expenses		75,062			106,366			193,998			212,139
Operating income (loss):
Intellectual Property Segment		32,333			26,576			81,010			105,145
DigitalOptics Segment		(23,330	)		(62,773	)		(58,509	)		(83,479	)
Corporate Overhead		(11,375	)		(10,827	)		(35,712	)		(35,960	)
Total operating loss	$	(2,372	)	$	(47,024	)	$	(13,211	)	$	(14,294	)

Schedule of Geographic Revenue Information

Geographic revenue information for the periods indicated (in thousands, except for percentages) is presented below:

	Three Months Ended September 30,								Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2012				2011				2012				2011
U.S.	$	29,155	40	%	$	17,319	29	%	$	74,127	41	%	$	54,226	27	%
Korea		14,181	20	%		12,058	20	%		33,660	19	%		37,582	19	%
China		11,057	15	%		1,386	2	%		14,446	8	%		4,718	2	%
Taiwan		8,291	11	%		17,358	29	%		26,417	15	%		57,120	29	%
Japan		5,608	8	%		5,893	10	%		19,566	11	%		24,355	12	%
Other Asia		3,219	4	%		2,375	4	%		7,535	4	%		7,940	4	%
Europe and other		1,179	2	%		2,953	5	%		5,036	3	%		11,904	6	%
	$	72,690	100	%	$	59,342	100	%	$	180,787	100	%	$	197,845	100	%

Schedule of Property and Equipment, Net, by Geographical Area

As of September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, property and equipment, net, by geographical area are presented below (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012		December 31, 2011
U.S.	$	37,067	$	35,082
China		9,624		—
Other		4,296		1,237
Total	$	50,987	$	36,319

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Commitments and Contingencies - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Lease and Rental Expense [Line Items]
Rent under operating lease agreement	$ 1.1	$ 0.8	$ 2.8	$ 2.4

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Restructuring And Other Charges

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Restructuring And Other Charges

NOTE 16 – RESTRUCTURING AND OTHER CHARGES

In January 2011, the Company announced a reorganization of its DigitalOptics segment to focus on key growth opportunities including extended depth of field (“EDoF”), Zoom and MEMS-based auto-focus and a reduction of DigitalOptics employees by up to 15% of the Company’s worldwide employee base along with certain headquarters support functions. In August 2011, the Company announced a commitment to undertake a workforce reduction at its Yokohama, Japan development facility and to close that facility in order to optimize the Company’s operations. Expenses incurred as a result of these activities consisted of severance, costs related to the continuation of certain employee benefits and expenses related to the closure of the facility and termination of the operating lease, and are recorded in restructuring and other charges on the statement of operations. Total restructuring and other charges related to these activities was $2.9 million as of September 30, 2011 and $5.2 million as of December 31, 2011, all of which were expensed in the year ended December 31, 2011. The activities were completed in the first quarter of 2012.

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Depreciation and Amortization Useful Life Periods for Property and Equipment (Detail)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012
Building
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment depreciation and amortization useful life (in years)	Eight
Minimum | Furniture and Office Equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment depreciation and amortization useful life (in years)	One
Minimum | Production Equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment depreciation and amortization useful life (in years)	Five
Minimum | Building
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment depreciation and amortization useful life (in years)	Seven
Maximum | Furniture and Office Equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment depreciation and amortization useful life (in years)	Five
Maximum | Production Equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment depreciation and amortization useful life (in years)	Ten
Maximum | Leasehold Improvements
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment depreciation and amortization useful life (in years)	Five
Maximum | Building
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment depreciation and amortization useful life (in years)	39 years

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Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Property and equipment

Property and equipment

Property and equipment are recorded at cost and depreciated using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives. Equipment held under capital lease is stated at the fair market value of the related asset at the time of lease origination and is amortized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. The Company held no significant equipment under capital lease agreements in the periods presented. Repair and maintenance costs are charged to expense as incurred.

The depreciation and amortization useful life periods for property and equipment are as follows:

Furniture and office equipment	One to five years
Production equipment	Five to ten years
Buildings	Seven, eight and 39 years
Leasehold improvements	Shorter of five years or the remaining term of the lease

Variable Interest Entity

Variable Interest Entity

In October 2011, a subsidiary of the Company entered into a limited liability company agreement (“Agreement”) to form a new entity (“Entity”), with the Entity’s primary objective to define strategies and related business plans to accelerate the development and commercialization of the Company’s current and future advanced packaging and interconnect technology. The subsidiary of the Company is the sole contributor of capital to the Entity and has contributed $5.0 million of the total possible capital contribution of up to $5.0 million, as of September 30, 2012. Per the Agreement, all net profits and losses are allocated to such subsidiary of the Company since it is the sole contributor of capital. The Entity has net assets of approximately $2.7 million as of September 30, 2012 which are consolidated with the Company’s operating results.

Contingencies

Contingencies

From time to time, the Company may be involved in legal and administrative proceedings and claims of various types. The Company records a liability in its consolidated financial statements for these matters when a loss is known or considered probable and the amount can be reasonably estimated. Management reviews these estimates in each accounting period as additional information becomes known and adjusts the loss provision when appropriate. If the loss is not probable or cannot be reasonably estimated, a liability is not recorded in the consolidated financial statements. If a loss is probable but the amount of loss cannot be reasonably estimated, the Company discloses the loss contingency and an estimate of possible loss or range of loss (unless such an estimate cannot be made). The Company does not recognize gain contingencies until they are realized. Legal costs incurred in connection with loss contingencies are expensed as incurred. See Note 13, “Commitments and Contingencies,” for further information regarding the Company’s pending litigation.

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Schedule of Segment Revenues, Operating Expenses and Operating Loss (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Royalty and license fees	$ 60,114	$ 55,271	$ 161,563	$ 182,931
Past production payments	79		79
Product and service revenues	12,497	4,071	19,145	14,914
Total revenues	72,690	59,342	180,787	197,845
Total operating expenses	75,062	106,366	193,998	212,139
Total operating loss	(2,372)	(47,024)	(13,211)	(14,294)
Intellectual Property Segment
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Royalty and license fees	57,721	50,312	149,723	164,414
Past production payments	79		79
Product and service revenues	66		66
Total revenues	57,866	50,312	149,868	164,414
Total operating expenses	25,533	23,736	68,858	59,269
Total operating loss	32,333	26,576	81,010	105,145
Digital Optics
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Royalty and license fees	2,393	4,959	11,840	18,517
Product and service revenues	12,431	4,071	19,079	14,914
Total revenues	14,824	9,030	30,919	33,431
Total operating expenses	38,154	71,803	89,428	116,910
Total operating loss	(23,330)	(62,773)	(58,509)	(83,479)
Corporate Overhead
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Total operating expenses	11,375	10,827	35,712	35,960
Total operating loss	$ (11,375)	$ (10,827)	$ (35,712)	$ (35,960)

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The Company And Basis Of Presentation

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

The Company And Basis Of Presentation

NOTE 1 – THE COMPANY AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION

Tessera Technologies, Inc. (the “Company”) is a holding company with operating subsidiaries in two segments: Intellectual Property and DigitalOptics .The Intellectual Property business, comprised of engineering, licensing, account administration and litigation teams, generates revenue from manufacturers that use its patented ideas. The DigitalOptics business delivers innovation in imaging and optics with products and capabilities that enable expanded functionality in increasingly smaller devices. DigitalOptics’ miniaturized camera module solutions provide cost-effective, high-quality camera features, including extended depth of field, zoom, image enhancement, optical image stabilization and Micro-Electro Mechanical Systems (“MEMS”) based auto-focus. These technologies can be applied to mobile phones and other consumer electronic products.

The accompanying interim unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements as of September 30, 2012 and 2011, and for the three and nine months then ended, have been prepared by the Company in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) in the United States (“U.S.”) for interim financial information. The amounts as of December 31, 2011 have been derived from the Company’s annual audited financial statements. Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP have been condensed or omitted in accordance with such rules and regulations. In the opinion of management, the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments necessary (consisting of normal recurring adjustments) to state fairly the financial position of the Company and its results of operations and cash flows as of and for the periods presented. These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the annual audited financial statements and notes thereto as of and for the year ended December 31, 2011, included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2011, filed on February 17, 2012 (the “Form 10-K”).

The results of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the full year ended December 31, 2012 or any future period and the Company makes no representations related thereto.

Reclassification

Certain reclassifications have been made to prior period balances in order to conform to current period’s presentation.

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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) (USD $) In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Accounts receivable, allowance for doubtful accounts	$ 43	$ 43
Preferred stock, par value	$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Preferred stock, shares authorized	10,000	10,000
Preferred stock, shares issued
Preferred stock, shares outstanding
Common stock, par value	$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Common stock, shares authorized	150,000	150,000
Common stock, shares issued	52,879	52,221
Common stock, shares outstanding	52,228	51,576
Treasury stock, shares	651	645

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Stock-Based Compensation Expense

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Stock-Based Compensation Expense

NOTE 11 – STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION EXPENSE

The effect of recording stock-based compensation expense for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 is as follows (in thousands):

	Three Months Ended				Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011		September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011
Cost of revenues	$	106	$	67	$	504	$	339
Research, development and other related costs		1,326		1,694		4,990		6,548
Selling, general and administrative		2,548		3,598		7,755		13,363
Total stock-based compensation expense	$	3,980	$	5,359	$	13,249	$	20,250

Stock-based compensation expense categorized by various equity components for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 is summarized in the table below (in thousands):

	Three Months Ended				Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011		September 30, 2012		September 30, 2011
Employee stock options	$	2,341	$	3,375	$	8,251	$	12,547
Restricted stock awards and units		1,154		1,494		3,557		6,124
Employee stock purchase plan		485		490		1,441		1,579
Total stock-based compensation expense	$	3,980	$	5,359	$	13,249	$	20,250

The Company uses the Black-Scholes option pricing model to determine the estimated fair value of stock-based awards. The fair value of each option grant is determined on the date of grant and the expense is recorded on a straight-line basis. The assumptions used in the model include expected life, volatility, risk-free interest rate, and dividend yield. The Company’s determinations of these assumptions are outlined below.

Expected life – The expected life assumption is based on analysis of the Company’s historical employee exercise patterns. The expected life of options granted under the ESPP represents the offering period of two years.

Volatility – Volatility is calculated using the historical volatility of the Company’s common stock for a term consistent with the expected life. Historical volatility of the Company’s common stock is also utilized for the ESPP.

Risk-free interest rate – The risk-free interest rate assumption is based on the U.S. Treasury rate for issues with remaining terms similar to the expected life of the options.

Dividend yield – Expected dividend yield is calculated by annualizing the cash dividend declared by the Board for the current quarter and dividing that result by the average closing price of the Company’s common stock for the quarter. Cash dividends are not paid on options, restricted stock units or unvested restricted stock awards.

In addition, the Company estimates forfeiture rates. Forfeitures are estimated at the time of grant and revised in subsequent periods if actual forfeitures differ from those estimates. Historical data is used to estimate pre-vesting option forfeitures and record stock-based compensation expense only for those awards that are expected to vest.

The following assumptions were used to value the options granted:

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011			September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011
Expected life (in years)		3.7			3.7			3.7			3.7
Risk-free interest rate		0.5	%		0.7	%		0.5 - 0.8	%		0.7 - 1.8	%
Dividend yield		2.7	%		0.0	%		2.2 - 2.7	%		0.0	%
Expected volatility		48.5	%		76.5	%		48.5 - 66.4	%		76.3 - 76.7	%

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Document and Entity Information	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Oct. 18, 2012
Document Information [Line Items]
Document Type	10-Q
Amendment Flag	false
Document Period End Date	Sep. 30, 2012
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2012
Document Fiscal Period Focus	Q3
Trading Symbol	TSRA
Entity Registrant Name	TESSERA TECHNOLOGIES INC
Entity Central Index Key	0001261694
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		52,238,052

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Income Taxes

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Income Taxes

NOTE 12 – INCOME TAXES

The provision for income taxes for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 was $2.5 million and $1.8 million, respectively, which were comprised of domestic income tax and foreign income and withholding taxes. The benefit from income taxes for the three months ended September 30, 2011 was $1.6 million and the provision for income taxes for the nine months ended September 30, 2011 was $9.7 million, which were comprised of domestic income tax and foreign income and withholding taxes as offset by a tax benefit for the impairment of tax-deductible goodwill. The Company’s provision for income taxes is based on its worldwide estimated annualized effective tax rate, except for jurisdictions for which a loss is expected for the year and no benefit can be realized for those losses, and the tax effect of discrete items occurring during the period. The tax for jurisdictions for which a loss is expected for the year is based on actual taxes and tax reserves for the quarter. The increase in the income tax provision for the three months ended September 30, 2012 as compared to the same period in the prior year is largely attributable to income generated during the three months ended September 30, 2012 as compared to the loss generated in the three months ended September 30, 2011. The decrease in the income tax provision for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 as compared to the same period in the prior year is attributable to the greater loss incurred in the current year as compared to the prior year’s income before considering the non-tax-deductible goodwill impairment for which the Company does not receive a tax benefit.

As of September 30, 2012, unrecognized tax benefits approximated $3.9 million, of which $2.6 million would affect the effective tax rate if recognized. At December 31, 2011, unrecognized tax benefits were $3.8 million of which $2.5 million would affect the effective tax rate if recognized. It is reasonably possible that unrecognized tax benefits may decrease by a range of $0.1 million to $0.2 million in the next 12 months due to the expected lapse of a foreign statute of limitation relating to tax incentives and the conclusion of a foreign tax examination.

It is the Company’s policy to classify accrued interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits in the provision for income taxes. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, the Company recognized an insignificant amount of interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits. At September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Company has accrued $0.4 million and $0.3 million, respectively, of interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits.

At September 30, 2012, the Company’s 2007 through 2011 tax years were open and subject to potential examination in one or more jurisdictions. In addition, in the U.S., any net operating losses or credits that were generated in prior years but utilized in an open year may also be subject to examination. The Company is currently under Internal Revenue Service examination related to its 2008 and 2009 tax returns, under review in Israel on a 2007 subsidiary liquidation and in Ireland on the 2010 R&D tax credit claim. The Company is not currently under state income tax examination.

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Condensed Consolidated Statements Of Operations (USD $) In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Revenues:
Royalty and license fees	$ 60,114	$ 55,271	$ 161,563	$ 182,931
Past production payments	79		79
Product and service revenues	12,497	4,071	19,145	14,914
Total revenues	72,690	59,342	180,787	197,845
Operating expenses:
Cost of revenues	16,748	5,594	28,105	16,467
Research, development and other related costs	24,615	18,690	72,930	56,088
Selling, general and administrative	24,010	20,432	73,058	62,671
Litigation expense	9,689	9,059	19,905	22,263
Restructuring and other charges		2,938		4,997
Goodwill impairment		49,653		49,653
Total operating expenses	75,062	106,366	193,998	212,139
Operating loss	(2,372)	(47,024)	(13,211)	(14,294)
Other income and expense, net	3,725	690	5,380	2,024
Income (loss) before taxes	1,353	(46,334)	(7,831)	(12,270)
Provision for (benefit from) income taxes	2,465	(1,598)	1,778	9,668
Net loss	$ (1,112)	$ (44,736)	$ (9,609)	$ (21,938)
Basic and diluted net loss per share:
Net loss per share-basic	$ (0.02)	$ (0.87)	$ (0.19)	$ (0.43)
Net loss per share-diluted	$ (0.02)	$ (0.87)	$ (0.19)	$ (0.43)
Cash dividends declared per share	$ 0.10		$ 0.20
Weighted average number of shares used in per share calculations-basic	52,093	51,364	51,908	50,980
Weighted average number of shares used in per share calculations-diluted	52,093	51,364	51,908	50,980

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Business Combination

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Business Combination

NOTE 6 – BUSINESS COMBINATION

Vista Point Technologies

On June 28, 2012, DigitalOptics Corporation, a subsidiary of Tessera Technologies, Inc., completed its acquisition of certain assets of Vista Point Technologies, a Tier One qualified camera module manufacturing business, from Flextronics International Ltd. for consideration of $29.0 million, net of $11.9 million cash acquired. Approximately $7.6 million of the consideration has been placed in escrow, of which, approximately $7.0 million is subject to delivery of certain additional assets by Flextronics International Ltd. no later than March 31, 2013. The Company intends to use the acquired assets to help build the DigitalOptics segment into a supplier of camera modules in the mobile phone market.

As part of the acquisition, DigitalOptics Corporation Technology Zhuhai Limited (formally known as Vista Point Electronic Technologies (Zhuhai) Co. Ltd.), a company organized under the laws of the People’s Republic of China, was acquired from Flextronics International Ltd. and became an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of the Company. The business combination transaction was accounted for using the purchase method of accounting, with the results of the acquisition included in the DigitalOptics segment as of the acquisition date. This contributed to a purchase price in excess of the fair value of the underlying net assets and identified intangible assets acquired from Flextronics International Ltd. and, as a result, the Company has recorded goodwill in connection with this transaction.

Preliminary purchase price allocation

In accordance with the accounting guidance on business combinations, the total purchase price is allocated to the tangible and intangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their estimated fair values. The preliminary allocation of the purchase price was based upon a preliminary valuation and the estimates and assumptions used are subject to change. Based upon the fair values acquired, the purchase price allocation is as follows (in thousands):

	Amount		Estimated Useful Life (Years)
Net tangible assets:
Property and equipment, net	$	11,196		1-7
Inventory		392		N/A
Other current assets		870		N/A
Other assets		7,853		N/A
		20,311
Identified intangible assets:
Patents/core technology		900		14
Customer relationships		900		3
Goodwill		6,844		N/A
		8,644
Total purchase price	$	28,955

Approximately $20.3 million has been allocated to acquired net tangible assets consisting of property and equipment delivered, and $7.0 million of property and equipment (included in other assets) to be delivered. Approximately $1.8 million has been allocated to amortizable intangible assets acquired.

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Financial Instruments

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Financial Instruments

NOTE 5 – FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

The following is a summary of marketable securities at September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011 (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012
			Gross		Gross			Estimated
			Unrealized		Unrealized			Fair
	Cost		Gains		Losses			Values
Available-for-sale securities
Corporate bonds and notes	$	184,690	$	300	$	(24	)	$	184,966
Municipal bonds and notes		94,130		82		(6	)		94,206
Commercial paper		50,187		11		(8	)		50,190
Treasury and agency notes and bills		30,559		18					30,577
Money market funds		17,329		—		—			17,329
Certificate of deposit		4,507		2		—			4,509
Total available-for-sale securities		381,402		413		(38	)		381,777
Reported in:
Cash and cash equivalents								$	40,825
Short-term investments									340,952
Total marketable securities								$	381,777

	December 31, 2011
			Gross		Gross			Estimated
			Unrealized		Unrealized			Fair
	Cost		Gains		Losses			Values
Available-for-sale securities
Corporate bonds and notes	$	168,294	$	99	$	(322	)	$	168,071
Municipal bonds and notes		151,887		203		(15	)		152,075
Treasury and agency notes and bills		87,684		84		(14	)		87,754
Commercial paper		30,899		7		(15	)		30,891
Money market funds		13,269		—		—			13,269
Certificate of deposit		9,820		3		(6	)		9,817
Total available-for-sale securities	$	461,853	$	396	$	(372	)	$	461,877
Reported in:
Cash and cash equivalents								$	25,190
Short-term investments									436,687
Total marketable securities								$	461,877

At September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Company had $465.9 million and $492.4 million, respectively, in cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments. The majority of these amounts were held in marketable securities, as shown above. The remaining balance of $84.1 million and $30.5 million at September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively, was cash held in operating accounts not included in the tables above.

The gross realized gains and losses on sales of marketable securities were not significant during each of the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011.

Unrealized gains of $0.4 million, net of tax, as of September 30, 2012, were related to a temporary increase in value of the remaining available-for-sale securities and were due primarily to changes in interest rates and market and credit conditions of the underlying securities. Certain investments with a temporary decline in value are not considered to be other-than-temporarily impaired as of September 30, 2012 because the Company has the ability to hold these investments to allow for recovery, does not anticipate having to sell these securities with unrealized losses and continues to receive interest at the maximum contractual rate. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, respectively, the Company did not record any impairment charges.

The following table summarizes the fair value and gross unrealized losses related to individual available-for-sale securities at September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, which have been in a continuous unrealized loss position, aggregated by investment category and length of time (in thousands):

September 30, 2012	Less Than 12 Months					12 Months or More				Total
	Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses		Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses
Corporate bonds and notes	$	36,845	$	(24	)	$	—	$	—	$	36,845	$	(24	)
Municipal bonds and notes		17,709		(6	)		—		—		17,709		(6	)
Commercial paper		25,977		(8	)		—				25,977		(8	)
Total	$	80,531	$	(38	)	$	—	$	—	$	80,531	$	(38	)

December 31, 2011	Less Than 12 Months					12 Months or More				Total
	Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses		Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses
Corporate bonds and notes	$	96,895	$	(322	)	$	—	$	—	$	96,895	$	(322	)
Municipal bonds and notes		21,610		(15	)		—		—		21,610		(15	)
Commercial Paper		16,402		(15	)		—		—		16,402		(15	)
Treasury and agency notes and bills		14,391		(14	)		—		—		14,391		(14	)
Certificate of deposit		3,514		(6	)						3,514		(6	)
Total	$	152,812	$	(372	)	$	—	$	—	$	152,812	$	(372	)

The estimated fair value of marketable securities by contractual maturity at September 30, 2012 is shown below (in thousands). Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities because issuers may have the right to call or prepay obligations without call or prepayment penalties.

	Estimated Fair Value
Due in one year or less	$	284,495
Due in one to two years		97,282
Total	$	381,777

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Subsequent Event

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Subsequent Event

NOTE 17 – SUBSEQUENT EVENT

On October 31, 2012, the Board declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per share of common stock for the fourth quarter, payable on December 13, 2012, for the stockholders of record at the close of business on November 22, 2012.

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Commitments And Contingencies

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Commitments And Contingencies

NOTE 13 – COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

Lease and Purchase Commitments

The Company and its subsidiaries lease office and research facilities and office equipment under operating leases which expire at various dates through 2018. Under lease agreements that contain escalating rent provisions, lease expense is recorded on a straight-line basis over the lease term. In addition, the Company and its subsidiaries have agreements containing non-cancelable, non-refundable payment terms with third parties to purchase equipment and services. Rent expense for the three months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, was $1.1 million and $0.8 million, respectively. Rent expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, was $2.8 million and $2.4 million, respectively.

As of September 30, 2012, future minimum lease payments and purchase obligations are as follows (in thousands):

	Lease Obligations		Purchase Obligations		Total
2012 (remaining 3 months)	$	958	$	6,665	$	7,623
2013		4,782		1,027		5,809
2014		4,014		—		4,014
2015		2,732		—		2,732
2016		1,668		—		1,668
Thereafter		1,454		—		1,454
	$	15,608	$	7,692	$	23,300

Contingencies

The Company cannot predict the outcome of any of the proceedings described below. An adverse decision in any of these proceedings could significantly harm the Company’s business and consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Powertech Technology Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:10-00945-CW (N.D. Cal.) and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit Case No. 2010-1489

On March 5, 2010, Powertech Technology Inc. (“PTI”) filed a complaint against Tessera, Inc. in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California seeking a declaratory judgment of noninfringement and invalidity of Tessera, Inc.’s U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106. On March 22, 2010, the case was related to Siliconware Precision Industries, Co., Ltd v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:08-cv-03667-CW (N.D. Cal.), and assigned to the judge presiding over that action.

On April 1, 2010, Tessera, Inc. filed a motion to dismiss the complaint for lack of subject matter jurisdiction. On June 1, 2010, the judge granted Tessera, Inc.’s motion, and dismissed the action.

On June 29, 2010, PTI filed a motion seeking reconsideration of the June 1, 2010 order dismissing the action. On August 3, 2010, PTI’s motion was denied.

On August 6, 2010, PTI filed a notice of appeal with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. On September 30, 2011, the Federal Circuit issued an opinion reversing and remanding the case to the district court, determining that there was declaratory judgment jurisdiction. Tessera, Inc. filed a petition for rehearing on November 14, 2011. The Federal Circuit denied Tessera, Inc.’s petition for rehearing on January 5, 2012. On January 19, 2012, the Federal Circuit issued its judgment and the case was remanded to the district court. On December 15, 2011, the district court case was related to Powertech Technology Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:11-06121-CW (N.D. Cal.), discussed below.

The district court held a Case Management Conference on January 4, 2012. The court issued a Minute Order and Case Management Order dated January 4, 2012, setting, among other things, a fact discovery cut-off date of January 18, 2013, and a trial date of April 7, 2014.

On May 16, 2012, the Court entered an order that denied PTI’s motion to strike as to one of Tessera, Inc.’s affirmative defenses, granted PTI’s motion to strike with leave to amend as to several other affirmative defenses asserted by Tessera, Inc., and granted PTI’s motion to strike as to one of Tessera, Inc.’s affirmative defenses, stating that Tessera, Inc. may move to amend to add that defense if circumstances change. Tessera, Inc. filed an amended answer on May 29, 2012.

On June 29, 2012, PTI sent a letter to Tessera, Inc. purporting to terminate the TCC License Agreement as of June 30, 2012.

On July 30, 2012, Tessera, Inc. provided PTI with a covenant not to sue, or otherwise hold liable, PTI or its customers under certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106 in connection with certain PTI-manufactured products.

On August 9, 2012, Tessera, Inc. moved for summary judgment on the ground that as a matter of law no case or controversy exists sufficient to support PTI’s claims because of the covenant and because the parties’ rights and obligations do not turn on infringement or validity of the Tessera, Inc. patent that forms the basis of PTI’s claims.

On September 18, 2012, the Patent Office issued an ex parte reexamination certificate in which certain original claims were cancelled from U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106, and certain new claims were added.

On October 1, 2012, Tessera, Inc. provided PTI with a supplemental covenant not to sue, which among other things, extended the covenant to PTI’s subsidiaries and made clear that Tessera, Inc. will not contend that PTI is obligated to pay royalties based on infringement of U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106.

On October 2, 2012, PTI filed a motion for entry of judgment under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 54(b) asking the court to enter judgment that certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 5,663,106 that were subject to reexamination are invalid.

Powertech Technology Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:11-0612-CW (N.D. Cal.)

On December 6, 2011, PTI filed a complaint against Tessera, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. PTI’s complaint seeks a declaratory judgment that PTI has the right to terminate its license with Tessera, Inc. as of December 6, 2011. The complaint also seeks damages for breach of contract in the amount of all royalties paid to Tessera, Inc. since December 7, 2007, purportedly totaling at least $200 million, in addition to an accounting of PTI’s damages, an accounting of Tessera, Inc.’s revenue from PTI, prejudgment interest, costs and fees, and other relief deemed proper. Tessera, Inc. disagrees with the assertions made by PTI in the complaint regarding breach of contract, and believes the likelihood that Tessera, Inc. will be required to return already-paid royalties is remote.

On December 15, 2011, the case was related to Powertech Technology Inc. v. Tessera, Inc., Civil Action No. 4:10-00945-CW (N.D. Cal.), discussed above.

On December 30, 2011, Tessera, Inc. filed a motion to dismiss the complaint for failure to state a claim upon which relief can be granted and a special motion to strike pursuant to California’s anti-SLAPP statute. The Court denied Tessera, Inc.’s motions on May 21, 2012.

The district court held a Case Management Conference on January 4, 2012. The court issued a Minute Order and Case Management Order dated January 4, 2012, setting, among other things, a fact discovery cut-off date of January 18, 2013 and a trial date of April 7, 2014.

On June 3, 2012, PTI filed an amended complaint against Tessera, Inc., adding claims for fraud and deceit, patent misuse, and a declaratory judgment interpreting PTI’s license agreement with Tessera, Inc. In addition to the damages sought by PTI’s original complaint, the amended complaint seeks punitive damages for fraud, termination of the Tessera, Inc. license as of September 24, 2010, recovery of all royalties paid on wBGA products since September 24, 2010, and an order “enjoining Tessera, Inc. and directing that Tessera, Inc. may not proceed against any party,… under any Tessera Patent as defined by Exhibit A to the TCC License with all amendments, supplements, and additions through September 28, 2010 until Tessera has first paid PTI all of the royalties paid on wBGA products by PTI since September 24, 2010, presently estimated to be $40 million.” Tessera, Inc. filed a motion to dismiss PTI’s claim for patent misuse and to strike portions of PTI’s claim for fraud on June 19, 2012. On August 10, 2012, the Court granted in part and denied in part Tessera, Inc.’s motion, specifically dismissing the patent misuse claim and striking the fraud claim, and granted PTI leave to file an amended and supplemental complaint.

On June 29, 2012, PTI sent a letter to Tessera, Inc. purporting to terminate the TCC License Agreement as of June 30, 2012.

On August 24, 2012, PTI filed a third amended complaint. In addition to the claims and recovery alleged in its earlier complaints, the third amended complaint contained an amended fraud claim and an amended patent misuse claim. The new fraud claim sought damages at least in the amount of the royalty payments made to Tessera, Inc. after December 7, 2007, and punitive damages. The new patent misuse claim asked for declarations that Tessera has engaged in patent misuse, that the agreement is unenforceable against PTI until Tessera, Inc. has purged the patent misuse, and that the Tessera, Inc. patents are unenforceable against PTI until Tessera, Inc. has purged the patent misuse. Tessera, Inc. answered that complaint on September 10, 2012. Also on September 10, 2012, Tessera, Inc. filed counterclaims against PTI for breach of contract, breach of the implied covenant, fraud, negligent misrepresentation, declaratory judgment of indemnification, and declaratory judgment regarding PTI’s asserted termination of the agreement.

On July 20, 2012, PTI filed a motion for summary judgment on PTI’s first claim for relief in this case. On August 9, 2012, Tessera, Inc. filed an opposition to PTI’s motion and filed its own motion for summary judgment on PTI’s first, second and third claims on the ground, among others, that under the unambiguous language of the agreement Tessera, Inc. did not breach the agreement by filing and pursing its claims in the Matter of Certain Semiconductor Chips with Minimized Chip Package Size and Products Containing Same (III), ITC No. 337-TA-630 (the “‘630 ITC Action”).

On September 20, 2012, the court heard arguments on PTI’s July 20, 2012 summary judgment motion and Tessera, Inc.’s August 9, 2012 summary judgment motions and took the motions under submission. On October 2, 2012, the parties stipulated to the court’s taking the motions off calendar, and that same day, the court entered an order taking the motions off calendar until such date as the court determines the motions should be decided or the presently-set date for hearing summary judgment motions of December 5, 2013.

On Oct. 23, 2012, the Court granted PTI leave to file its fourth amended and supplemental complaint.

Other Litigation Matters

In addition to the foregoing matters, the Company and its subsidiaries are involved in other litigation matters and claims in the normal course of business. In the past, the Company and its subsidiaries have litigated to enforce their respective patents and other intellectual property rights, to enforce the terms of license agreements, to protect trade secrets, to determine the validity and scope of the proprietary rights of others and to defend against claims of infringement or invalidity. The Company expects it or its subsidiaries will be involved in similar legal proceedings in the future, including proceedings regarding infringement of its patents and proceedings to ensure proper and full payment of royalties by licensees under the terms of its license agreements.

These existing and any future legal actions may harm either or both of the Company’s business segments, and may hinder the Company’s ability to independently optimize each business segment. For example, they could cause an existing licensee or strategic partner to cease making royalty or other payments to the Company, or to challenge the validity and enforceability of patents owned by the Company’s subsidiaries or the scope of license agreements with the Company’s subsidiaries, and could significantly damage the Company’s relationship with such licensee or strategic partner and, as a result, prevent the adoption of the Company’s other Intellectual Property or DigitalOptics technologies by such licensee or strategic partner. Litigation could also severely disrupt or shut down the business operations of licensees or strategic partners of the Company’s subsidiaries, which in turn would significantly harm ongoing relations with them and cause the Company to lose royalty revenues.

The costs associated with legal proceedings are typically high, relatively unpredictable and not completely within the Company’s control. These costs may be materially higher than expected, which could adversely affect the Company’s operating results and lead to volatility in the price of its common stock. Whether or not determined in the Company’s favor or ultimately settled, litigation diverts managerial, technical, legal and financial resources from the Company’s business operations. Furthermore, an adverse decision in any of these legal actions could result in a loss of the Company’s proprietary rights, subject the Company to significant liabilities, require the Company to seek licenses from others, limit the value of the Company’s licensed technology or otherwise negatively impact the Company’s stock price or its business and consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

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Net Loss Per Share

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Net Loss Per Share

NOTE 9 – NET LOSS PER SHARE

The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted net loss per share (in thousands, except per share amounts):

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011			September 30, 2012			September 30, 2011
Numerator:
Net loss	$	(1,112	)	$	(44,736	)	$	(9,609	)	$	(21,938	)
Denominator:
Weighted average common shares outstanding		52,111			51,407			51,927			51,041
Less: Unvested common shares subject to repurchase		(18	)		(43	)		(19	)		(61	)
Total shares-basic		52,093			51,364			51,908			50,980
Effect of dilutive securities:
Stock awards		—			—			—			—
Restricted stock awards and units		—			—			—			—
Total shares-diluted		52,093			51,364			51,908			50,980
Net loss per share-basic	$	(0.02	)	$	(0.87	)	$	(0.19	)	$	(0.43	)
Net loss per share-diluted	$	(0.02	)	$	(0.87	)	$	(0.19	)	$	(0.43	)

Basic net income (loss) per share is computed using the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period, excluding any unvested restricted stock awards that are subject to repurchase. Diluted net income (loss) per share is computed using the treasury stock method to calculate the weighted average number of common shares and, if dilutive, potential common shares outstanding during the period. Potential dilutive common shares include unvested restricted stock awards and units and incremental common shares issuable upon the exercise of stock options, less shares from assumed proceeds. The assumed proceeds calculation includes actual proceeds to be received from the employee upon exercise, the average unrecognized stock compensation cost during the period and any tax benefits that will be credited upon exercise to additional paid in capital.

For both the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012, all 6.5 million shares of common stock, subject to stock options and restricted stock awards and units were excluded from the computation of diluted net income per share as they were anti-dilutive.

For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2011, all 6.8 million and 6.2 million shares of common stock, respectively, subject to stock options, restricted stock awards and units were excluded from the computation of diluted net income per share as they were anti-dilutive.

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Effect of Recording Stock-Based Compensation Expense (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]
Total stock-based compensation expense	$ 3,980	$ 5,359	$ 13,249	$ 20,250
Cost Of Revenues
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]
Total stock-based compensation expense	106	67	504	339
Research, Development And Other Related Costs
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]
Total stock-based compensation expense	1,326	1,694	4,990	6,548
Selling, General and Administrative
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]
Total stock-based compensation expense	$ 2,548	$ 3,598	$ 7,755	$ 13,363

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Fair Value

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Fair Value

NOTE 7 – FAIR VALUE

The Company follows the authoritative guidance for fair value measurements and the fair value option for financial assets and financial liabilities. The guidance for fair value measurements establishes a consistent framework for measuring fair value and expands disclosure requirements about fair value measurements. The guidance for the fair value option for financial assets and financial liabilities provides companies the irrevocable option to measure many financial assets and liabilities at fair value with changes in fair value recognized in earnings.

Fair value is defined as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability, or an exit price, in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. The established fair value hierarchy requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. The guidance describes three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value:

Level 1	Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets.
Level 2	Observable inputs other than Level 1 prices, such as quoted prices for similar assets; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets.
Level 3	Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets. Level 3 assets and liabilities include financial instruments whose value is determined using pricing models, discounted cash flow methodologies, or similar techniques, as well as instruments for which the determination of fair value requires significant management judgment or estimation.

The following is a list of the Company’s assets required to be measured at fair value on a recurring basis and where they were classified within the hierarchy as of September 30, 2012 (in thousands):

	Fair Value		Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)
Assets
Marketable Securities
Money market funds (1)	$	17,329	$	17,329	$	—	$	—
Corporate bonds and notes (2)		184,966		—		184,966		—
Municipal bonds and notes (2)		94,206		—		94,206		—
Treasury and agency notes and bills (2)		30,577		—		30,577		—
Certificate of deposit (2)		4,509		—		4,509		—
Commercial paper (3)		50,190		—		50,190		—
Total Assets	$	381,777	$	17,329	$	364,448	$	—

The following footnotes indicate where the noted items were recorded in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet at September 30, 2012:

(1) Reported as cash and cash equivalents.

(2) Reported as short-term investments.

(3) Reported as either cash and cash equivalents or short-term investments

The following is a list of the Company’s assets required to be measured at fair value on a recurring basis and where they were classified within the hierarchy as of December 31, 2011 (in thousands):

	Fair Value		Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level  1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)
Assets
Marketable Securities
Money market funds (1)	$	13,270	$	13,270	$	—	$	—
Corporate bonds and notes (2)		168,071		—		168,071		—
Municipal bonds and notes (2)		152,075		—		152,075		—
Treasury and agency notes and bills (2)		87,754		—		87,754		—
Certificate of deposit (2)		9,817		—		9,817		—
Commercial paper (3)		30,890		—		30,890		—
Total Assets	$	461,877	$	13,270	$	448,607	$	—

The following footnotes indicate where the noted items were recorded in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet at December 31, 2011:

(1) Reported as cash and cash equivalents.

(2) Reported as short-term investments.

(3) Reported as either cash and cash equivalents or short-term investments

Nonrecurring Fair Value Measurements

The Company measures certain assets at fair value on a nonrecurring basis. These assets include approximately $18.2 million of property and equipment and $1.8 million in intangible assets that were valued at fair value as part of the Vista Point Technologies acquisition described in Note 6 above. For certain of the property and equipment, the fair value was determined using a cost approach based on the condition, market and functionality of these assets, including physical depreciation and certain obsolescence adjustments. The fair value for these acquired intangible assets was determined using the cost approach and discounted cash flow method. As a result, $0.3 million of property and equipment and the $1.8 million of intangible assets are classified as Level 3.

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Goodwill And Identified Intangible Assets

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Goodwill And Identified Intangible Assets

NOTE 8 – GOODWILL AND IDENTIFIED INTANGIBLE ASSETS

Goodwill is recorded as the difference, if any, between the aggregate consideration paid for an acquisition and the fair value of the net tangible and identified intangible assets acquired under a business combination. Identified intangible assets consist of acquired patents/core technology, existing technology, trade names, assembled workforce and non-compete agreements resulting from business combinations, and acquired patents under asset purchase agreements. Except for intangible assets used in in-process research and development which have indefinite useful lives until the completion or abandonment of the associated research and development efforts, identified intangible assets are amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives, ranging from two to 15 years.

As a result of the Company’s impairment analysis, completed in the fourth quarter of 2011, the Company recorded an impairment charge of goodwill of $49.7 million for the nine months ended September 31, 2011, all of which was included in the DigitalOptics segment. The Company recorded the impairment charge due primarily to the low market price of the Company’s common stock, which resulted in the Company’s market capitalization being significantly lower than the book value of equity for an extended period of time. Accordingly, the carrying value of goodwill was zero at December 31, 2011.

The changes to our goodwill, which are all allocated to the DigitalOptics segment, from December 31, 2011 through September 30, 2012 is reflected below (in thousands):

	DigitalOptics
Balance at December 31, 2011	$	—
Goodwill acquired through the asset acquisition from Vista Point Technologies		6,844
Balance at September 30, 2012	$	6,844

Identified intangible assets consisted of the following (in thousands):

		September 30, 2012							December 31, 2011
	Average Life (Years)	Gross Assets		Accumulated Amortization			Net		Gross Assets		Accumulated Amortization			Net
Acquired patents / core technology	3-15	$	135,366	$	(34,534	)	$	100,832	$	132,553	$	(21,901	)	$	110,652
Existing technology	5-10		54,196		(37,066	)		17,130		54,196		(32,032	)		22,164
Customer contracts	3-9		12,800		(7,794	)		5,006		11,900		(6,808	)		5,092
Trade name	4-10		3,620		(2,360	)		1,260		3,620		(2,102	)		1,518
In-process research and development	Indefinite		1,900		—			1,900		1,900		—			1,900
Non-competition agreements	2		1,400		(1,400	)		—		1,400		(1,400	)		—
Assembled workforce	4		300		(300	)		—		300		(300	)		—
		$	209,582	$	(83,454	)	$	126,128	$	205,869	$	(64,543	)	$	141,326

Amortization expense for the three months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 amounted to $6.2 million and $4.3 million, respectively. Amortization expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 amounted to $18.9 million and $12.5 million, respectively.

As of September 30, 2012, the estimated future amortization expense of intangible assets, excluding the in-process research and development, is as follows (in thousands):

2012 (remaining 3 months)	$	6,153
2013		24,510
2014		22,699
2015		21,366
2016		17,522
Thereafter		31,978
	$	124,228

There was no impairment of long-lived assets for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011. The Company has incurred significant operating losses from the DigitalOptics segment. If the anticipated future results of the DigitalOptics segment do not materialize as expected, then the related goodwill and intangible assets could be subject to an impairment charge in the future. See Note 14 — “Segment and Geographic Information” for additional detail.

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Stockholders' Equity

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Stockholders' Equity

NOTE 10 – STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Stock Repurchase Programs

In August 2007, the Company’s Board of Directors (“the Board”) authorized a plan to repurchase up to a maximum total of $100.0 million of the Company’s outstanding shares of common stock dependent on market conditions, share price and other factors. As of September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Company had repurchased a total of approximately 645,000 shares of common stock since inception of the plan, at an average price of $16.26 per share for a total cost of $10.5 million. The shares repurchased are recorded as treasury stock and are accounted for under the cost method. No expiration date has been specified for this plan. As of September 30, 2012, the total amount available for repurchase was $89.5 million. The Company may continue to execute authorized repurchases from time to time under the plan.

Stock Option Plans

The 1996 Plan and the 1999 Plan

In December 1996, the Board adopted the 1996 Stock Option Plan (“1996 Plan”). In February 1999, the Board adopted the 1999 Stock Option Plan (“1999 Plan”) which was approved by the stockholders in May 1999. Under the 1996 Plan and the 1999 Plan, incentive stock options may be granted to the employees of the Company or its subsidiaries at an exercise price of no less than 100% of the fair value on the date of grant, and nonstatutory stock options may be granted to the employees of the Company or its subsidiaries, non-employee directors and consultants at an exercise price of no less than 85% of the fair value. In both cases, when the optionees own stock representing more than 10% of the voting power of all classes of stock of the Company, the exercise price shall be no less than 110% of the fair value on the date of grant. For options granted with an exercise price below fair market value, a stock-based compensation charge has been determined. Options granted under these plans generally have a term of ten years from the date of grant and vest over a four-year period. Shares issued in connection with the exercise of unvested options are subject to repurchase by the Company until such options vest. After February 1999, no further options were granted from the 1996 Plan. After December 2000, no further options were granted from the 1999 Plan. The Company has no intention of issuing additional grants under these plans. As of September 30, 2012, there were no shares reserved for grant under these plans and only cancellations under the 1999 Plan are recorded as available for grant. Based on a Board decision, cancellations under the 1996 Plan are not considered available for grant.

The 2003 Plan

In February 2003, the Board adopted and the Company’s stockholders approved the 2003 Equity Incentive Plan (“2003 Plan”). Under the 2003 Plan, incentive stock options may be granted to the employees of the Company or its subsidiaries at an exercise price of no less than 100% of the fair value on the date of grant, and nonstatutory stock options may be granted to the employees of the Company or its subsidiaries, non-employee directors and consultants at an exercise price of no less than 85% of the fair value. In both cases, when the optionees own stock representing more than 10% of the voting power of all classes of stock of the Company, the exercise price shall be no less than 110% of the fair value on the date of grant. Options, restricted stock awards, and restricted stock units granted under this plan generally have a term of ten years from the date of grant and vest over a four-year period. Restricted stock, performance awards, dividend equivalents, deferred stock, stock payments and stock appreciation rights may also be granted under the 2003 Plan either alone, in addition to, or in tandem with any options granted thereunder. Restricted stock awards and units are full-value awards that reduce the number of shares reserved for grant under this plan by one and one-half shares for each share granted. The vesting criteria for restricted stock awards and units is generally the passage of time or meeting certain performance-based objectives, and continued employment through the vesting period generally over four years. As of September 30, 2012, there were 4,955,000 shares reserved for future grant under this plan.

A summary of the stock option activity is presented below (in thousands, except per share amounts):

	Shares Outstanding
	Number of Shares			Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share
Balance at December 31, 2011		6,819		$	20.16
Options granted		1,603		$	15.56
Options exercised		(127	)	$	14.70
Options cancelled / forfeited / expired		(1,654	)	$	23.85
Balance at September 30, 2012		6,641		$	18.24

Information with respect to outstanding restricted stock awards and units as of September 30, 2012 is as follows (in thousands, except per share amounts):

	Restricted Stock
	Number of Shares Subject to Time- based Vesting			Number of Shares Subject to Performance- based Vesting			Total Number of Shares			Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value Per Share
Balance at December 31, 2011		730			261			991		$	17.60
Awards and units granted		311			133			444		$	16.57
Awards and units vested / earned		(208	)		(30	)		(238	)	$	17.22
Awards and units cancelled / forfeited		(112	)		(248	)		(360	)	$	19.48
Balance at September 30, 2012		721			116			837		$	16.35

Performance Awards and Units

Performance awards and units may be granted to employees or consultants based upon, among other things, the contributions, responsibilities and other compensation of the particular employee or consultant. The value and the vesting of such performance awards and units are generally linked to one or more performance goals or other specific performance goals determined by the Company, in each case on a specified date or dates or over any period or periods determined by the Company, and range from zero to 100 percent of the grant.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

In August 2003, the Board adopted the 2003 Employee Stock Purchase Plan, which was approved by the Company’s stockholders in September 2003. The Company initially reserved 200,000 shares of common stock for issuance under the 2003 Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The reserve will automatically increase on the first day of each fiscal year during the term of the 2003 Employee Stock Purchase Plan by an amount equal to the lesser of (1) 200,000 shares, (2) 1.0% of the Company’s outstanding shares on such date or (3) a lesser amount determined by the Board. Subsequently, the Board adopted the International Employee Stock Purchase Plan in June 2008 which reserves 200,000 shares of common stock for issuance under this plan. The 2003 Employee Stock Purchase Plan and the International Employee Stock Purchase Plan (collectively, “ESPP”) are designed to allow eligible employees residing in the U.S. or internationally to purchase shares of common stock, at semi-annual intervals, with their accumulated payroll deductions.

The ESPP has a series of consecutive, overlapping 24-month offering periods. The first offering period commenced February 1, 2004, the effective date of the ESPP, as determined by the Board. Individuals who own less than 5% of the Company’s voting stock, are scheduled to work more than 20 hours per week and whose customary employment is for more than five months in any calendar year may join an offering period on the first day of the offering period or the beginning of any semi-annual purchase period within that period. Individuals who become eligible employees after the start date of an offering period may join the ESPP at the beginning of any subsequent semi-annual purchase period.

Participants may contribute up to 20% of their cash earnings through payroll deductions, and the accumulated deductions will apply to the purchase of shares on each semi-annual purchase date. The purchase price per share will equal 85% of the fair market value per share on the participant’s entry date into the offering period or, if lower, 85% of the fair market value per share on the semi-annual purchase date.

An eligible employee’s right to buy shares of the Company’s common stock under the ESPP may not accrue at a rate in excess of $25,000 of the fair market value of such shares per calendar year for each calendar year of an offering period.

If the fair market value per share of the Company’s common stock on any purchase date is less than the fair market value per share on the start date of the 24-month offering period, then that offering period will automatically terminate and a new 24-month offering period will begin on the next business day. All participants in the terminated offering will be transferred to the new offering period.

In the event of a proposed sale of all or substantially all of the Company’s assets, or merger with or into another company, the outstanding rights under the ESPP will be assumed or an equivalent right substituted by the successor company or its parent or subsidiary. If the successor company or its parent refuses to assume the outstanding rights or substitute an equivalent right, then all outstanding purchase rights will automatically be exercised prior to the effective date of the transaction. The purchase price will equal 85% of the market value per share on the participant’s entry date into the offering period in which an acquisition occurs or, if lower, 85% of the fair market value per share on the date the purchase rights are exercised.

The ESPP will terminate no later than the tenth anniversary of the ESPP’s initial adoption by the Board.

As of September 30, 2012, there were approximately 299,000 shares reserved for grant under the ESPP.

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Income Taxes - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Provision for (benefit from) income taxes	$ 2,465,000	$ (1,598,000)	$ 1,778,000	$ 9,668,000
Unrecognized tax benefits	3,900,000		3,900,000		3,800,000
Unrecognized tax benefits that affect effective tax rate	2,600,000		2,600,000		2,500,000
Possible decrease in unrecognized tax benefits due to lapse in foreign statute of limitation, lower bound	100,000		100,000
Possible decrease in unrecognized tax benefits due to lapse in foreign statute of limitation, upper bound	200,000		200,000
Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits	$ 400,000		$ 400,000		$ 300,000
Minimum
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Open tax years by major tax jurisdiction			2007
Maximum
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Open tax years by major tax jurisdiction			2011

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Schedule of Future Minimum Lease Payments and Purchase Obligations (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012
Leases User Charges And Commitments [Line Items]
Lease Obligations, 2012 (remaining 3 months)	$ 958
Lease Obligations, 2013	4,782
Lease Obligations, 2014	4,014
Lease Obligations, 2015	2,732
Lease Obligations, 2016	1,668
Lease Obligations, Thereafter	1,454
Lease Obligations, Total	15,608
Purchase Obligations, 2012 (remaining 3 months)	6,665
Purchase Obligations, 2013	1,027
Purchase Obligations, 2014
Purchase Obligations, 2015
Purchase Obligations, 2016
Purchase Obligations, Thereafter
Purchase Obligations, Total	7,692
Future minimum lease payments and purchase obligations, 2012 (remaining 3 months)	7,623
Future minimum lease payments and purchase obligations, 2013	5,809
Future minimum lease payments and purchase obligations, 2014	4,014
Future minimum lease payments and purchase obligations, 2015	2,732
Future minimum lease payments and purchase obligations, 2016	1,668
Future minimum lease payments and purchase obligations, Thereafter	1,454
Future minimum lease payments and purchase obligations, Total	$ 23,300

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Schedule of Assumptions Used to Value Options Granted (Detail)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Expected life (in years)	3 years 8 months 12 days	3 years 8 months 12 days	3 years 8 months 12 days	3 years 8 months 12 days
Risk-free interest rate	0.50%	0.70%
Dividend yield	2.70%	0.00%		0.00%
Expected volatility	48.50%	76.50%
Minimum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Risk-free interest rate			0.50%	0.70%
Dividend yield			2.20%
Expected volatility			48.50%	76.30%
Maximum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Risk-free interest rate			0.80%	1.80%
Dividend yield			2.70%
Expected volatility			66.40%	76.70%

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Commitments And Contingencies (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Schedule of Future Minimum Lease Payments and Purchase Obligations

As of September 30, 2012, future minimum lease payments and purchase obligations are as follows (in thousands):

	Lease Obligations		Purchase Obligations		Total
2012 (remaining 3 months)	$	958	$	6,665	$	7,623
2013		4,782		1,027		5,809
2014		4,014		—		4,014
2015		2,732		—		2,732
2016		1,668		—		1,668
Thereafter		1,454		—		1,454
	$	15,608	$	7,692	$	23,300

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Goodwill and Identified Intangible Assets - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Line Items]
Impairment charge of goodwill		$ 49,653		$ 49,653
Carrying value for goodwill	6,844		6,844		0
Amortization expense	$ 6,200	$ 4,300	$ 18,910	$ 12,548
Minimum
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Line Items]
Estimated useful life of identified intangible assets(years)			2 years
Maximum
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Line Items]
Estimated useful life of identified intangible assets(years)			15 years

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Related Party Transaction

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Related Party Transaction

NOTE 15 – RELATED PARTY TRANSACTION

Since 2008, Tessera, Inc. has engaged 3LP Advisors LLC (“3LP”) to assist with the identification and acquisition of patents. In 2011 and 2012, 3LP expanded its advisory services by providing strategic advice to Invensas Corporation and Tessera Intellectual Property Corp. as well. A managing partner of 3LP, Mr. Kevin G. Rivette, is a member of the Board and has a non-majority ownership interest in 3LP. For the three months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, the Company recognized operating expense of $0.4 million and $0.5 million, respectively, related to these engagements. For both the nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011, the Company recognized operating expense of $2.1 million, related to these engagements. At September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the accounts payable balance due to 3LP was $0.2 million and $2.0 million, respectively.

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Composition Of Certain Financial Statement Captions (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Accounts Receivable, Net

Accounts receivable, net consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012			December 31, 2011
Trade and other receivables	$	14,126		$	8,642
Allowance for doubtful accounts		(43	)		(43	)
	$	14,083		$	8,599

Inventories

Inventories consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012		December 31, 2011
Raw materials	$	2,037	$	516
Work in process		515		435
Finished goods		709		623
	$	3,261	$	1,574

Property and Equipment, Net

Property and equipment, net consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012			December 31, 2011
Furniture and office equipment	$	39,842		$	37,371
Production equipment		32,813			11,589
Land and buildings		21,314			21,314
Leasehold improvements		6,226			5,460
		100,195			75,734
Less: Accumulated depreciation and amortization		(49,208	)		(39,415	)
	$	50,987		$	36,319

Accrued Liabilities

Accrued liabilities consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012		December 31, 2011
Employee compensation and benefits	$	11,182	$	11,852
Other		7,008		8,972
	$	18,190	$	20,824

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income

Accumulated other comprehensive income consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012		December 31, 2011
Unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities, net of tax	$	374	$	24
	$	374	$	24

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Assets Required to be Measured at Fair Value on Recurring Basis (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012		Dec. 31, 2011
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	$ 381,777		$ 461,877
Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Assets (Level 1)
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	17,329		13,270
Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	364,448		448,607
Money Market Funds
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	17,329	[1]	13,270	[1]
Money Market Funds | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Assets (Level 1)
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	17,329	[1]	13,270	[1]
Corporate Bonds And Notes
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	184,966	[2]	168,071	[2]
Corporate Bonds And Notes | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	184,966	[2]	168,071	[2]
Municipal Bonds And Notes
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	94,206	[2]	152,075	[2]
Municipal Bonds And Notes | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	94,206	[2]	152,075	[2]
Treasury And Agency Notes And Bills
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	30,577	[2]	87,754	[2]
Treasury And Agency Notes And Bills | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	30,577	[2]	87,754	[2]
Certificates of Deposit
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	4,509	[2]	9,817	[2]
Certificates of Deposit | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	4,509	[2]	9,817	[2]
Commercial Paper
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	50,190	[3]	30,890	[3]
Commercial Paper | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value	$ 50,190	[3]	$ 30,890	[3]

[1] Reported as cash and cash equivalents.

[2] Reported as short-term investments.

[3] Reported as either cash and cash equivalents or short-term investments

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Accrued Liabilities (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
Employee compensation and benefits	$ 11,182	$ 11,852
Other	7,008	8,972
Accrued liabilities	$ 18,190	$ 20,824

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Condensed Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Loss (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Net loss	$ (1,112)	$ (44,736)	$ (9,609)	$ (21,938)
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Net unrealized gains (losses) on available-for-securites, net of tax	204	(601)	350	(349)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	204	(601)	350	(349)
Comprehensive loss	$ (908)	$ (45,337)	$ (9,259)	$ (22,287)

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Composition Of Certain Financial Statement Captions

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Composition Of Certain Financial Statement Captions

NOTE 4 – COMPOSITION OF CERTAIN FINANCIAL STATEMENT CAPTIONS

Accounts receivable, net consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012			December 31, 2011
Trade and other receivables	$	14,126		$	8,642
Allowance for doubtful accounts		(43	)		(43	)
	$	14,083		$	8,599

Inventories consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012		December 31, 2011
Raw materials	$	2,037	$	516
Work in process		515		435
Finished goods		709		623
	$	3,261	$	1,574

Property and equipment, net consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012			December 31, 2011
Furniture and office equipment	$	39,842		$	37,371
Production equipment		32,813			11,589
Land and buildings		21,314			21,314
Leasehold improvements		6,226			5,460
		100,195			75,734
Less: Accumulated depreciation and amortization		(49,208	)		(39,415	)
	$	50,987		$	36,319

Accrued liabilities consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012		December 31, 2011
Employee compensation and benefits	$	11,182	$	11,852
Other		7,008		8,972
	$	18,190	$	20,824

Accumulated other comprehensive income consisted of the following (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012		December 31, 2011
Unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities, net of tax	$	374	$	24
	$	374	$	24

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Summary of Stock Option Activity (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Number of Shares, Beginning balance	6,819
Number of Shares, Options granted	1,603
Number of Shares, Options exercised	(127)
Number of Shares, Options cancelled / forfeited / expired	(1,654)
Number of Shares, Ending balance	6,641
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Beginning balance	$ 20.16
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Options granted	$ 15.56
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Options exercised	$ 14.70
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Options cancelled / forfeited / expired	$ 23.85
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share, Ending balance	$ 18.24

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Schedule of Geographic Revenue Information (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Total revenues	$ 72,690	$ 59,342	$ 180,787	$ 197,845
Percentage of revenue	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%
U.S.
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
U.S.	29,155	17,319	74,127	54,226
Percentage of revenue	40.00%	29.00%	41.00%	27.00%
Korea
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Foreign revenues	14,181	12,058	33,660	37,582
Percentage of revenue	20.00%	20.00%	19.00%	19.00%
China
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Foreign revenues	11,057	1,386	14,446	4,718
Percentage of revenue	15.00%	2.00%	8.00%	2.00%
Taiwan
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Foreign revenues	8,291	17,358	26,417	57,120
Percentage of revenue	11.00%	29.00%	15.00%	29.00%
Japan
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Foreign revenues	5,608	5,893	19,566	24,355
Percentage of revenue	8.00%	10.00%	11.00%	12.00%
Other Asia
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Foreign revenues	3,219	2,375	7,535	7,940
Percentage of revenue	4.00%	4.00%	4.00%	4.00%
Europe and Other
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Foreign revenues	$ 1,179	$ 2,953	$ 5,036	$ 11,904
Percentage of revenue	2.00%	5.00%	3.00%	6.00%

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Financial Instruments (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Summary of Marketable Securities

The following is a summary of marketable securities at September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011 (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012
			Gross		Gross			Estimated
			Unrealized		Unrealized			Fair
	Cost		Gains		Losses			Values
Available-for-sale securities
Corporate bonds and notes	$	184,690	$	300	$	(24	)	$	184,966
Municipal bonds and notes		94,130		82		(6	)		94,206
Commercial paper		50,187		11		(8	)		50,190
Treasury and agency notes and bills		30,559		18					30,577
Money market funds		17,329		—		—			17,329
Certificate of deposit		4,507		2		—			4,509
Total available-for-sale securities		381,402		413		(38	)		381,777
Reported in:
Cash and cash equivalents								$	40,825
Short-term investments									340,952
Total marketable securities								$	381,777

	December 31, 2011
			Gross		Gross			Estimated
			Unrealized		Unrealized			Fair
	Cost		Gains		Losses			Values
Available-for-sale securities
Corporate bonds and notes	$	168,294	$	99	$	(322	)	$	168,071
Municipal bonds and notes		151,887		203		(15	)		152,075
Treasury and agency notes and bills		87,684		84		(14	)		87,754
Commercial paper		30,899		7		(15	)		30,891
Money market funds		13,269		—		—			13,269
Certificate of deposit		9,820		3		(6	)		9,817
Total available-for-sale securities	$	461,853	$	396	$	(372	)	$	461,877
Reported in:
Cash and cash equivalents								$	25,190
Short-term investments									436,687
Total marketable securities								$	461,877

Schedule of Gross Unrealized Losses on Investments

The following table summarizes the fair value and gross unrealized losses related to individual available-for-sale securities at September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, which have been in a continuous unrealized loss position, aggregated by investment category and length of time (in thousands):

September 30, 2012	Less Than 12 Months					12 Months or More				Total
	Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses		Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses
Corporate bonds and notes	$	36,845	$	(24	)	$	—	$	—	$	36,845	$	(24	)
Municipal bonds and notes		17,709		(6	)		—		—		17,709		(6	)
Commercial paper		25,977		(8	)		—				25,977		(8	)
Total	$	80,531	$	(38	)	$	—	$	—	$	80,531	$	(38	)

December 31, 2011	Less Than 12 Months					12 Months or More				Total
	Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses		Fair Value		Gross Unrealized Losses
Corporate bonds and notes	$	96,895	$	(322	)	$	—	$	—	$	96,895	$	(322	)
Municipal bonds and notes		21,610		(15	)		—		—		21,610		(15	)
Commercial Paper		16,402		(15	)		—		—		16,402		(15	)
Treasury and agency notes and bills		14,391		(14	)		—		—		14,391		(14	)
Certificate of deposit		3,514		(6	)						3,514		(6	)
Total	$	152,812	$	(372	)	$	—	$	—	$	152,812	$	(372	)

Estimated Fair Value of Marketable Securities by Contractual Maturity

The estimated fair value of marketable securities by contractual maturity at September 30, 2012 is shown below (in thousands). Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities because issuers may have the right to call or prepay obligations without call or prepayment penalties.

	Estimated Fair Value
Due in one year or less	$	284,495
Due in one to two years		97,282
Total	$	381,777

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Accounts Receivable, Net (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
Trade and other receivables	$ 14,126	$ 8,642
Allowance for doubtful accounts	(43)	(43)
Accounts Receivable, Net, Total	$ 14,083	$ 8,599

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Segment And Geographic Information

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2012

Segment And Geographic Information

NOTE 14 – SEGMENT AND GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION

The Company has two reportable segments: Intellectual Property and DigitalOptics. In addition to these reportable segments, the Corporate Overhead category includes certain operating amounts that are not allocated to the reportable segments because these operating amounts are not considered in evaluating the operating performance of the Company’s business segments.

In 2011, the Company appointed a new President and Chief Executive Officer who is also the Chief Operating Decision Maker (“CODM”) as defined by the authoritative guidance on segment reporting. Also in 2011, the Company appointed a new President of DigitalOptics Corporation and a new President of Tessera Intellectual Property Corp. At the end of 2011, the Company reorganized its reporting units to align with how the Company’s management views and evaluates the Company’s operations, such as the inclusion of development and product commercialization efforts related to the silent air cooling technology in the DigitalOptics segment instead of the Intellectual Property segment. Prior year amounts have been recast to conform to current year presentation.

The Intellectual Property segment is managed by Tessera Intellectual Property Corp., including managing the patent, licensing and litigation portfolios of Tessera, Inc. and Invensas Corporation. The Company’s Intellectual Property segment, comprised of reverse engineering, licensing, account administration and legal teams, generates revenue from manufacturers for the use of its patented ideas. Included in the Intellectual Property segment are a number of advanced technology research and development programs.

The DigitalOptics segment is operated by DigitalOptics Corporation and its subsidiaries (“DOC”). DOC delivers innovation in imaging and optics with products and capabilities that enable expanded functionality in increasingly smaller devices. DOC’s miniaturized camera module solutions provide cost-effective, high-quality camera features, including MEMS based auto-focus, extended depth of field, zoom, image enhancement and optical image stabilization. These technologies can be applied to consumer electronic products. The segment also offers customized micro-optic lenses from diffractive and refractive optical elements to integrated micro-optical subassemblies and will be offering silent air cooling products.

The Company does not identify or allocate assets by reportable segment, nor does the CODM evaluate reportable segments using discrete asset information. Reportable segments do not record inter-segment revenues and accordingly there are none to report. The Company does not allocate other income and expense to reportable segments. Although the CODM uses operating income to evaluate reportable segments, operating costs included in one segment may benefit other segments.

The following table sets forth the Company’s segment revenues, operating expenses and operating loss for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 (in thousands):

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30,			September 30,			September 30,			September 30,
	2012			2011			2012			2011
Revenues:
Intellectual Property Segment:
Royalty and license fees	$	57,721		$	50,312		$	149,723		$	164,414
Past production payments		79			—			79			—
Product and service revenues		66			—			66			—
Total Intellectual Property revenues		57,866			50,312			149,868			164,414
DigitalOptics Segment:
Royalty and license fees		2,393			4,959			11,840			18,517
Product and service revenues		12,431			4,071			19,079			14,914
Total DigitalOptics revenues		14,824			9,030			30,919			33,431
Total revenues		72,690			59,342			180,787			197,845
Operating expenses:
Intellectual Property Segment		25,533			23,736			68,858			59,269
DigitalOptics Segment		38,154			71,803			89,428			116,910
Corporate Overhead		11,375			10,827			35,712			35,960
Total operating expenses		75,062			106,366			193,998			212,139
Operating income (loss):
Intellectual Property Segment		32,333			26,576			81,010			105,145
DigitalOptics Segment		(23,330	)		(62,773	)		(58,509	)		(83,479	)
Corporate Overhead		(11,375	)		(10,827	)		(35,712	)		(35,960	)
Total operating loss	$	(2,372	)	$	(47,024	)	$	(13,211	)	$	(14,294	)

A significant portion of the Company’s revenues is derived from licensees domiciled outside of the U.S., principally in Asia and Europe, and it is expected that these revenues will continue to account for a significant portion of total revenues in future periods. The table below is prepared by reference to the domicile of the customer. Geographic revenue information for the periods indicated (in thousands, except for percentages) is presented below:

	Three Months Ended September 30,								Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2012				2011				2012				2011
U.S.	$	29,155	40	%	$	17,319	29	%	$	74,127	41	%	$	54,226	27	%
Korea		14,181	20	%		12,058	20	%		33,660	19	%		37,582	19	%
China		11,057	15	%		1,386	2	%		14,446	8	%		4,718	2	%
Taiwan		8,291	11	%		17,358	29	%		26,417	15	%		57,120	29	%
Japan		5,608	8	%		5,893	10	%		19,566	11	%		24,355	12	%
Other Asia		3,219	4	%		2,375	4	%		7,535	4	%		7,940	4	%
Europe and other		1,179	2	%		2,953	5	%		5,036	3	%		11,904	6	%
	$	72,690	100	%	$	59,342	100	%	$	180,787	100	%	$	197,845	100	%

For the three months ended September 30, 2012, four customers each accounted for 10% or more of total revenues. For the nine months ended September 30, 2012, two customers each accounted for 10% or more of total revenues. For the three months ended September 30, 2011, three customers each accounted for 10% or more of total revenues. For the nine months ended September 30, 2011, two customers each accounted for 10% or more of total revenues.

As of September 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011, property and equipment, net, by geographical area are presented below (in thousands):

	September 30, 2012		December 31, 2011
U.S.	$	37,067	$	35,082
China		9,624		—
Other		4,296		1,237
Total	$	50,987	$	36,319