A federal judge has issued a rare and severe contempt order against Apple Inc. in the ongoing Epic Games, Inc. v. Apple Inc. litigation. The court found that Apple lied under oath during the case, leading to a referral for a criminal contempt investigation. This judicial rebuke represents a major legal setback for Apple and challenges its business practices. The contempt order highlights the judge's strong disapproval of Apple's conduct, marking an unusual escalation in the dispute between the two companies.