Google’s Open Patent Non-Assertion Pledge: Don’t start nothin’, there won’t be nothin’
Google today announced that it won’t actively sue any users, developers, or other companies using code with Google’s patents “unless first attacked.” In other words, Google doesn’t want any trouble but will pursue litigation if need be. Today, we’re taking another step towards that goal by …
Is Google worried about Samsung?
Is Google afraid that Samsung could throw its weight around? Would Samsung be wrong?
New Motorola Google smartphone said to be a “game changer”
With the Google / Motorola acquisition that took place oh-so-long ago, it’s been slow going for awhile. Many expected to see devices almost right out of the gate, but mum has been the only word thus far, aside from a few off-hand patents and rumors …
What is Google’s true aim with rumored X Phone?
Some readers may recall recently reading that Motorola Mobility is making an Android powered device codenamed ‘X-Phone‘. While the known details are somewhat limited at this time, it seems pretty obvious that this may be Google’s attempt at directly taking on Apple… and Samsung. Sure, …
New YotaPhone will feature LCD screen on one side, E-Ink on the other
We’ve seen cool. We’ve seen awesome. But this… I just don’t know what to think about this. A new device, dubbed the YotaPhone, will feature dual screens, but probably not the way you’re thinking. The phone will feature not only a 4.3″ LCD screen on …
Calling off the dogs: Apple and HTC settle all patent litigation in 10-year license agreement
After being at each other’s throats for years around patent rights, Apple and HTC have decided to let bygones be bygones. The two companies have entered into an agreement to settle any and all patent disputes. The “global settlement” not only dismisses all patent complaints …
John Lagerling explains the Nexus strategy in NY Times interview
After announcing the Nexus 4, Nexus 10, and the 32GB Nexus 7, Google caused quite a stir in the tech community. Most of our first reactions were in response to the awesome new features and specs of the aforementioned devices. But after some time, many …
Do recent Samsung trademarks hint at Galaxy goodies to come?
Seeing as how it has been a while since we swung by the US Trademarks and Patents office, we figured we would spend a few minutes poking around. As often is our wont, we looked up some of our favorite search terms. Tap tap tap …
Motorola acquires facial recognition company Viewdle
Could this tech power multi-user profiles for future Android tablets? We certainly hope so.
Motorola pulls its ITC lawsuit against Apple
Motorola today pulled its lawsuit against Apple, just weeks after filing against the Cupertino-based company. Initially centered around seven alleged patent violations, Motorola did not give any reason for the withdraw but made certain to iterate that “there are no agreements between Motorola and Apple, written …
Samsung alleges iPhone 5 violates eight patents; hearing set for 2014
Samsung, in its ongoing war with Apple, has asked to include the iPhone 5 on a list of devices they claim violates its own patents. According to details listed on USA Today and IBTimes, Samsung alleges that the iPhone 5 infringes on six design patents and a …
HTC might get the iPhone and iPad banned in the US?
Apple is gearing up to launch the next “not-so-revolutionary” device known as iPhone 5 in the upcoming days, and we know that Apple is not in a good relationship with Samsung and HTC. Well, after all the “lawsuit-games” played by Apple, it’s time for Apple …
Google patents mutli-user face unlock, first step to multiple user accounts?
Back at the end of July we discovered some information on what could become multiple user accounts for Android devices. Now the pieces are beginning to come together, as Google has just received a patent on “Multi-User Face Unlock.” So imagine this: you’ve just finished writing an email …
Motorola: ‘The new Motorola starts today’
Motorola wants you to know that despite all the great stuff from the past few years (decades, really), they are just getting going. Perhaps a result of the Google pairing, or possibly as a result of knowing how many patents they are sitting on, Motorola …
Samsung trusts that consumers ‘prioritize innovation over litigation’
Given all the Monday morning quarterbacking that has taken place since the Apple and Samsung verdict was handed down, you’d think there’s nothing left to talk about. (Editor note: We’re done covering it here) On the contrary, Samsung still has a little something to say …
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