Overview
- The injunction bars Acer and ASUS from offering, marketing, importing, or possessing specified laptops and desktops in Germany.
- Retailers can continue selling existing inventory, though the companies cannot replenish stock while the order stands.
- Nokia alleges infringement of three patents tied to the HEVC (H.265) codec used for video streaming, playback, and conferencing.
- Hisense previously secured a licence from Nokia, leading to Nokia withdrawing its lawsuit against that company.
- Sales could resume if Acer and ASUS reach licence agreements or succeed on appeal, with prolonged limits risking local supply shortages.