ITC Launches Probe into Patent-Infringing Smart Televisions
Published Date: 9/30/2025
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Summary
Cerence Operating Company has asked the U.S. International Trade Commission to investigate certain smart TVs that might be using their patented technology without permission. This could lead to some smart TVs being blocked from entering or sold in the U.S. soon, affecting manufacturers and sellers. Keep an eye out—this could shake up the smart TV market and impact prices or availability.
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ITC Complaint Filed Over Smart TV Patents
On August 4, 2025, Cerence Operating Company filed a complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission under Section 337 alleging that certain smart televisions imported into or sold in the United States infringe U.S. Patent Nos. 7,840,579; 7,894,598; 8,189,810; and 9,171,541. Supplementing letters were filed on August 25, September 8, and September 11, 2025.
Request for Exclusion and Cease Orders
Cerence asked the Commission to institute an investigation and, after the investigation, issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders relating to the accused smart televisions that allegedly infringe the listed patents. Those requested remedies are made in connection with alleged importation into, sale for importation, and sale within the United States of the smart televisions.
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