ITC Ends Investigation on Computers Following Agreement Between Ericsson and Lenovo
The International Trade Commission has ended a Section 337 investigation on imports of electronic computing devices from Ericsson (ITC Inv. No. 337-TA-1387), it said in a notice June 2. Complainant Ericsson initially alleged in 2024 that Lenovo was importing laptop, desktop and chromebook computers and parts that include high efficiency video coding (HEVC or H.265) technology covered by several Ericsson patents (see 2401170049).
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After the Commission terminated the investigation with respect to several claims of the alleged patent violations, Ericsson and Lenovo filed a joint motion to terminate the investigation "based upon settlement." On May 27, the ITC granted the motion, ending the investigation.