ooohh... big deal... 15p ....
You know, if you're going to be supercillious with other people, then you should expect the appropriate opprobrium in return for:
Incase you hadn't noticed, some of those unable to compete with Apple have decided to try their luck at launching frivolous patent lawsuits. Apple needs a bit of spare cash to put up a firm defence.
Do you actually know how much cash Apple is sitting on? Either you don't in which case you are ignorant, or you do in which case your attitude needs a kick in the nuts.
BBC News - Apple holding more cash than USA