I wrote an application that helps you to save energy. Actually it is very simple. I check the current location of the phone and I make some changes to the configuration like sound off, dark display, wifi off..., depending on the location of the user. Sony just released a new phone including one of my apps features (actually they have an extra entry in the options menue for this). I have no idea whether there is a patent for this function.Can I even release this app without risking to be sued some day? I'm very confused about the whole patent situation.I'm about 20 years old and I can't even write a simple app, without investing lots of money for a lawyer.Edit: I don't ask for legal advice. I wanted to receive an overview about how developers see or handle the whole situation.
I want to publish an android app, but I'm afraid of software patents
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