IPNews® – A recently filed Korean patent shows Samsung’s push to get into the business of “smart glasses.”
The patent, filed earlier this year, describes a product similar to Google’s much anticipated Glass invention, with a few marked differences. Samsung has yet to release further details of the device or offer comment as to when we can expect to see it in stores. To continue reading, click: Newly Filed Patent Provides Glimpse at Samsung’s Response to Google Glass
IPNews® – The USPTO has struck down a Trademark Application for the band name “The Slants,” citing it as offensive to the Asian American community.
Band members of the Pacific Northwest’s “The Slants” have filed an appeal with the TTAB to seek an overturning of the refusal to trademark the band name, which was denied registration due to its connotation as a racial slur. The band, which is comprised completely of members of Asian heritage, argue that the terms use as an insult is outdated and that today, the term is not inherently offensive. To continue reading, click: Band name “The Slants” Gets Rejected by USPTO as Too Offensive
IPNews® – Apple scored a major win over its biggest competitors after the USPTO came full circle to confirm the patentability of claims set forth in its “Steve Jobs Patent.”
The technology at issue in the patent has to do with the way users are able to scroll up and down on touch screen devices, such as the iPad and IPhone. The Apple victory came as somewhat of a shock as the PTO initially struck down the validity of the claims, only to return almost a year later and approve all twenty of them. To continue reading, click: Apple Dealt a Win with USPTO Approval of “Steve Jobs Patent”
IPNews® – NFL Star Darrelle Revis was recently granted trademark protection over his nickname “Revis Island”.
The former New York Jets player and current Tampa Bay Buccaneer finally came out ahead in his long quest to trademark his famous moniker. While no concrete plans have been revealed just yet, the registration covers a wide array of apparel that we can now expect to be rolled out under the “Revis Island” brand. To continue reading, click: NFL Star Revis Finally Gets Trademark for “Revis Island”
IPNews® – A new patent granted to Google will allow the company to implement hand gesture picture-taking technology in its forthcoming Google Glass device
Google’s latest patent gives us a glimpse of potential new technology to be included in its Google Glass wearable computer, which is rumored to debut sometime next year. The patent claims a method for taking pictures and liking objects by making certain hand gestures, such as an L or heart shape. To continue reading, click: New Google Patent Claims Heart Hand Gesture for Snapping Pictures
IPNews® – A recently filed Trademark Application by Starbucks shows the coffee giant’s interest in producing carbonated beverages.
The Trademark Application, filed September 30, 2013, is for the name “STARBUCKS FIZZIO” and covers a wide array of potential new products, including drink making machines. This development marks the latest in a string of Starbucks’ pushes into new markets, which now include beer and wine, tea, and sandwiches. To continue reading, click: Starbucks’ New Trademark Filing Reveals Plans for Fizzy Drinks
IPNews® – The European Patent Office this week struck down a Patent related to Nespresso coffee machines.
Nestle-owned Nespresso suffered the major blow as the European Patent Office invalidated a patent that it granted two years ago. The revocation of the patent, which covered the way the Nespresso devices handle its custom made coffee pods, eases the way for competitors to manufacture compatible pods and similar devices. To continue reading, click: Nestle Gets Nespresso Patent Revoked
IPNews® – Bentley scored a major win this week as it prevailed in a trademark infringement lawsuit against manufacturers of car kits.
The kits were designed to make other inexpensive vehicles look like a Bentley. While Bentley was not granted its request for damages, it was able to enjoin the defendants from further manufacture of the kits. To continue reading, click: Bentley Wins Trademark Victory Over Car Kit Makers
IPNews® – Last week Pinterest hit travel site Pintrips with a Trademark Infringement Lawsuit for being too similar its popular “pinning” application.
In the lawsuit, Pinterest seeks to shut down the startup travel website Pintrips for causing consumer confusion. In support of its claim of infringement, Pinterest cites the similarity of the names and the “pin” feature of Pintrips. To continue reading, click: Pintrips Gets Pinned with Trademark Lawsuit by Pinterest
IPNews® – Google filed a patent application this week seeking protection over a new app that would help solve the problem of splitting checks among groups.
In an attempt to solve one of life’s annoyances, Google has filed a patent for a method of splitting restaurant and bar checks among friends. The new patent claims that it would allow all members of a group dinner to sign in and divide out their portion of the bill with ease. To continue reading, click: Google Sets Sights on Patent for Check-Splitting Technology