ITC Begins Section 337 Investigation on Electronic Sunglasses
The International Trade Commission is beginning a Section 337 investigation on allegations that certain companies are importing electronic eyewear that infringe on patents held by IngenioSpec, the ITC said in a notice Dec. 27. In a complaint filed in December…
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(see 2311290058), IngenioSpec said the companies -- which include Luxottica, Bose, Epson, Lenovo and TCL -- are copying its patented technology for electronic sunglasses that allow consumers to take pictures, record videos, make hands-free phone calls and play music. The ITC will consider whether to issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders banning importation and sale of infringing merchandise from the companies identified in the complaint.