Maxell Adds Patent Ammo Against Samsung Gadgets
Published Date: 3/14/2025
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Maxell, a Japanese company, is taking on Samsung in a U.S. trade investigation over certain mobile electronic devices. The U.S. International Trade Commission just said yes to Maxell adding more patent claims to their complaint, keeping the case moving forward. This means Samsung faces more patent challenges soon, with potential impacts on imports and sales in the U.S.
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