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Nokia patents foldable battery. Could be in your smartwatch someday By Sam Sabri last updated November 20, 2018
Nokia files patent lawsuits against HTC, RIM and Viewsonic in the US and Germany By Rich Edmonds last updated November 20, 2018
Microsoft granted new patent for the company's 3D Touch system By Rich Edmonds last updated November 20, 2018
Microsoft files patent to prioritize calls based on urgency By Daniel Rubino last updated November 20, 2018
Microsoft files suit against Acacia over smartphone and mobile computing patents By Mark Guim last updated November 20, 2018
