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Nokia patents foldable battery. Could be in your smartwatch someday By Sam Sabri last updated 20 November 18
Nokia files patent lawsuits against HTC, RIM and Viewsonic in the US and Germany By Rich Edmonds last updated 20 November 18
Microsoft granted new patent for the company's 3D Touch system By Rich Edmonds last updated 20 November 18
Microsoft files patent to prioritize calls based on urgency By Daniel Rubino last updated 20 November 18
Microsoft files suit against Acacia over smartphone and mobile computing patents By Mark Guim last updated 20 November 18
