Wireless Patents Under Fire: ITC Probes Gadget Infringements Nationwide
Published Date: 1/21/2026
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Summary
The U.S. International Trade Commission is starting an investigation because Active Wireless Technologies says some wireless devices and parts imported or sold in the U.S. are breaking their patents. If the claims are true, the Commission might block these products from entering the U.S. or being sold here. This could shake up the wireless market and affect companies selling these devices soon.
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Investigation Could Block Phone Imports
The U.S. International Trade Commission instituted an investigation on January 15, 2026 into alleged infringement of U.S. Patents 10,531,443; 10,601,566; 10,785,764; 10,805,955; 10,855,432; and 11,019,557. The scope covers "mobile phones and tablet computers with wireless communication, and components thereof." If the Commission finds a violation, it may issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders to block those products from being imported into or sold in the United States.
Major Manufacturers Named as Respondents
The complaint names specific respondents who must be served and may be subject to orders, including BLU Products, Coosea USA Technologies, DISH Wireless, EchoStar, HTC Corporation, LG Electronics, OnePlus Technology (Shenzhen), Qualcomm Technologies, TCL Communication, TTE Technology (TCL North America), TCL Technology Group, and T‑Mobile USA. Those companies must respond to the complaint and could face exclusion or cease and desist orders if the Commission finds infringement.
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