Month

September 2016

Apple’s New Patented Touch ID Technology Could Catch Smartphone Thieves

Apple has recently been granted a patent for Touch ID related technology.  Apple’s Touch ID is already a useful privacy and security feature but this patent could help catch Apple iPhone thieves. The new patent described as ‘Biometric Capture for… Continue Reading →

Experts Predict More Brands will try and Trade Mark Commonly-used Words

High street retailer Specsavers’ successfully registered the words ‘should’ve’ and ‘shouldve’ (verbs in common usage) linked to their advertising slogan “Should’ve gone to Specsavers” at the Intellectual Property Office (IPO).  The ruling means the Specsavers could have the right to… Continue Reading →

Karen Millen Has Lost the Right to Trade Under Her Own Name

UK fashion designer Karen Millen lost the right to trade under her name following a judgement at the English High Court. Karen Millen founded her women’s clothing business in 1983 then opened a chain of shops trading as ‘Karen Millen’…. Continue Reading →

BioLytical Laboratories Patents New Zika Virus Detection Method

The Zika virus, spread by mosquitoes, is present in several countries.  The virus generally causes a mild disease with symptoms of viral fever, skin rashes, body aches and headache. However the Zika virus can be passed from a pregnant woman… Continue Reading →

New Streamlined EPO Oppositions Procedures

The European Patent Office (EPO) opposition procedure allows people to challenge the validity of an EU patent within 9 months of its grant date.  Oppositions are a way to revoke people’s patents.  Oppositions have historically taken up to 3 years… Continue Reading →

Could Apple be Planning a Waterproof iPhone 7?

Patents connected to Apple and reports of upcoming alterations to its smartphones are pointing to a new iPhone that could be waterproof.  Apple patents which indicate waterproof phone intentions include: editing software used for underwater technology to ensure that photos… Continue Reading →

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