Philips files patent infringement case against Xiaomi in India

Philips has filed a patent infringement case against popular mobile-maker Xiaomi in India.

In the Delhi High Court, Dutch consumer electronics major has asked for restraining Xiaomi from assembling, selling of phones through any of the online e-commerce platforms and retail chains in the subcontinent.

Also, it has sought Delhi HC to direct the Central Board of Excise and Customs department at every international entry point including airports and coastal ports across India to prevent imported Xiaomi mobiles from entering the country for sale purposes.

Apparently, Xiaomi devices use Philips’ patented Universal Mobile Telecommunications Service (UMTS) enhancement technology such as High-Speed Packet Access (HSPA), HSPA+, and LTE. So, it sought royalty for the use of its technology, but Xiaomi has been nonresponsive.