IPNews® – A new patent filed by Apple, Inc. drops clues as to how the tech giant plans improve battery life among its devices.
It appears that Apple is planning to add technology related to the use of solar power. According to a recently published patent filing, a solar gadget would plug into the Apple products’ port, allowing users to boost up while on the go. To continue reading, click: Apple Looks to Add Solar Power Patented Technology to its Devices
IPNews® – Young Jeezy has been hit with a trademark infringement lawsuit from the Hells Angels for using a design in his clothing line that is too similar to the motorcycle club’s well-known “death head” insignia.
Rapper Young Jeezy has picked a fight with the famous biker gang the Hells Angels, by allegedly copying the group’s iconic logo. The group is claiming that the logo, which is commonly worn on the backs of the motorcycle club member’s leather jackets, is unlawfully featured on items in the rapper’s clothing line. To continue reading, click: Hells Angels Sue Young Jeezy for Knocking Off Prized “Death Head” Trademark
IPNews® – The Cardinals’ Rally Squirrel is the focus of an ongoing fight for the rights to its name.
The St. Louis Cardinals are awaiting the outcome of an opposition they filed to prevent a trademark application filed by a suburban business owner for the name “Rally Squirrel.” The application was filed after the squirrel gained notoriety as a sort of lucky charm during the Cardinal’s road to becoming world series champions in 2011. To continue reading, click: Cardinals’ Rally Squirrel Stirs up Trademark Fight
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