Federal Register #337-TA-1525

USITC Investigation of Patent Allegations Involving Apple iPhones, iPads, and Sensing Components

The U.S. International Trade Commission is investigating allegations involving Apple devices and related sensing technologies; this is not a procurement solicitation or award. - Government body: U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC). - Complainants: trinamiX Sensing LLC and trinamiX GmbH. - Respondent and device manufacturer: Apple Inc. - Products and technologies under investigation: iPhones, iPads, and components including processors and TrueDepth camera systems with VCSELs and near-infrared camera modules; identified capabilities include face authentication, 3D sensing, and/or material detection. - Patent allegations: The complaint identifies U.S. Patent Nos. 12,530,925; 12,288,421; 12,456,334; 12,361,760; 12,298,394; and 12,332,352. - Requested remedies: The complainants seek a limited exclusion order and cease-and-desist orders. - Procurement details: No products or services are being solicited for purchase, and no quantities or period of performance are specified.

Description

The U.S. International Trade Commission instituted an investigation following a complaint by trinamiX Sensing LLC and trinamiX GmbH alleging violations of section 337 involving the importation and sale of certain mobile electronic devices and components. The alleged infringement concerns six identified U.S. patents. The investigation covers iPhones and iPads and components thereof, including specified processor and camera technologies with face authentication, 3D-sensing, and/or material-detection capabilities. The complainants requested a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders; Apple Inc. is named as the respondent.

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