June 29, 2012 at 10:08AM Google+ patent app details myFaves-like carrier contacts integration with social network circles
June 22, 2012 at 6:11PM Sony patent filing for glasses would share data face to face, carry more than a hint of Project Glass
June 22, 2012 at 2:14AM Samsung files patents for robot that mimics human walking and breathing, ratchets up the creepy factor
June 21, 2012 at 11:42AM Google files for a patent on peer-to-peer location finding, says cell tower triangulation is for chumps
June 19, 2012 at 4:02AM Will Surface tablets use Microsoft's new MagSafe-like power and data connector?
June 15, 2012 at 10:54AM Microsoft patent app wants SMSs in your spreadsheet, so you can Excel while you excel
June 15, 2012 at 8:16AM 'Free form' lens over mobile display could improve audio and haptics, says Motorola patent filing
June 15, 2012 at 5:26AM Microsoft applies to patent gaze-tracking camera, wants to stare into your eyes
June 13, 2012 at 2:13AM Microsoft patent application could match online moods with emotionally-targeted ads
June 7, 2012 at 3:23PM Microsoft patent application could see a touchscreen tabletop that caters to the eye of the beholder
May 24, 2012 at 6:59PM RIM patent application puts pressure on sensitive touchscreens for a possible unlock alternative
May 22, 2012 at 9:31AM Google glasses gets raft of new patents, sniffs lawsuits coming from miles away
May 18, 2012 at 10:35PM Microsoft patent application outlines system to recommend and transfer apps across devices
May 18, 2012 at 12:03PM Google patent application could give Project Glass one true ring controller to rule them all
May 17, 2012 at 5:49PM RIM patent application shines a light on unseen filth, might make forensics mobile
May 8, 2012 at 4:15PM Microsoft patent details pressure-sensitive Xbox controller for storing players' profiles
May 4, 2012 at 11:47AM Nintendo patent application tech tracks your DS from above, serves as tour guide
May 4, 2012 at 12:40AM Nintendo patent application lends a look at Wii U's core technology, add-ons too
April 27, 2012 at 5:02AM Sony patent suggests Xperia Play with dual keyboards, it's slidingly slidable
April 26, 2012 at 2:35PM Samsung applies for patent on emotional recognition, wants to feel out how you're feeling
April 20, 2012 at 12:53AM Google patent application keeps track of your moves to automate mobile actions
April 19, 2012 at 11:57AM Sony patent application aims to put names to faceless MMO players, organize real-world meetups
April 4, 2012 at 4:01AM Microsoft 'Shopping assistant' patent could help you find Elmo, more time for the kids
March 29, 2012 at 2:12PM Sony applies for a headset-based navigation pointer, knows you're not looking
March 29, 2012 at 11:23AM Apple patents Siri-like system for controlling cameras, PMPs through a computer or smartphone
February 16, 2012 at 8:56PM Google files patent app for unlocking devices, says we don't need no stinking slide-to-unlock
February 13, 2012 at 4:41AM Apple files patent for interactive 3D interface, keeps rumor mills turning
January 26, 2012 at 6:02AM Microsoft patents method for secure pairing of devices wirelessly and a 3D rangefinder camera
December 30, 2011 at 2:36AM IBM wins diet monitoring and reward patent, celebrates with sip of Spirulina
December 29, 2011 at 3:41PM Apple applies for facial recognition patent, wants to let iDevices get to know you better
December 20, 2011 at 9:48PM Apple awarded a patent for in-call app switching, starts drafting next lawsuit
October 28, 2011 at 1:07AM Amazon's gift card restriction patent: puts some thought in your otherwise thoughtless present
September 9, 2011 at 3:31AM US Senate passes patent system reform bill, Obama expected to sign into law
August 27, 2011 at 7:32AM Microsoft patent application details pico projected shared workspace, sounds vaguely familiar
August 26, 2011 at 6:38PM Apple patent application imagines iPhones that learn the sweet sound of your voice
August 23, 2011 at 7:42PM Apple granted patents for solar-powered charging, method of video navigation
August 17, 2011 at 7:44PM Apple snags MagSafe patent for iOS devices (update: it's a movable magnetic coupling)
August 12, 2011 at 8:31PM Apple patent application proves that Steve Jobs hates fingerprints as much as you do, probably more
July 7, 2011 at 12:56PM Apple patent apps describe 'smart' pens for notetaking and long-distance doodling
June 22, 2011 at 5:17PM Apple granted patent for 'portable multifunction devices' with multitouch screens