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technology11 days ago•19 min saved

Germany Blocks Direct ASUS and Acer PC Sales Over Nokia Video-Codec Patents

A Munich Regional Court ruled that ASUS and Acer cannot directly sell PCs in Germany due to Nokia’s patent claims on HEVC/H.265 video encoding, ordering removal of their German online listings and allowing sales only via other OEMs or existing stock. The injunction focuses on the OEMs’ sales channels rather than retailers and hinges on licensing compliance under FRAND rules; the duration of the ban is not yet determined and may be revisited in follow-up court action.

via TechPowerUp|

#acer #asus #frand

business1 month ago•1 min saved

Nokia's AI Revival and $1bn Nvidia Partnership Boost Stock

Nokia has transitioned from being a victim of the iPhone to striking a significant $1 billion deal with Nvidia, highlighting a major shift in its business strategy and positioning in the tech industry.

via Financial Times|

#business #business-deal #iphone

business3 months ago•5 min saved

Nokia Shares Rise Amid Nvidia's $1B Investment Boost

Shares of Nokia surged nearly 9% after Nvidia announced a $1 billion strategic investment, reflecting strong retail investor confidence driven by Nokia's growth in AI-related 5G and networking infrastructure, with sentiment already rising before the announcement.

via 24/7 Wall St.|

#ai-infrastructure #business #investment

technology4 months ago•2 min saved

Nvidia's $1 Billion Investment Boosts Nokia to Decade High Amid AI and 6G Advances

Nvidia is investing a billion dollars in Nokia and forming a strategic partnership to enhance networking technology for AI infrastructure, focusing on 5G and 6G development, which has led to a significant rise in Nokia's stock and underscores the importance of connectivity in the AI race.

via MarketWatch|

#ai #investment #networking

business4 months ago•2 min saved

Nvidia to Invest $1 Billion in Nokia for AI Networking

Nvidia plans to invest $1 billion in Nokia by acquiring a 2.9% stake, aiming to leverage Nokia's data center and networking technology to boost AI infrastructure, marking a strategic move into AI networking and data center expansion.

via Bloomberg|

#ai #business #investment

business4 months ago•1 min saved

Nvidia invests $1 billion in Nokia to boost AI networking

Nvidia has taken a $1 billion stake in Nokia, leading to an 18% rise in Nokia's shares, and the companies will collaborate on developing 6G technology and integrating Nvidia's chips into Nokia's 5G and 6G software, signaling a strategic move in AI and telecommunications.

via CNBC|

#5g #ai #business

business4 months ago•12 min saved

Nokia Q3 Profit Boosted by AI and Cloud Demand

Nokia reported strong Q3 2025 financial results with a 9% increase in comparable net sales, driven by all business groups, especially Optical Networks. Despite a slight decline in gross margin and operating margin, the company remains on track to meet its full-year outlook, with a revised operating profit guidance of EUR 1.7 to 2.2 billion. Nokia also announced a dividend of EUR 0.03 per share and detailed strategic plans to capitalize on the AI supercycle and network infrastructure growth.

via Nokia|

#business #financial-results #net-sales-growth

business7 months ago•2 min saved

HMD Exits US Smartphone Market, Ending Nokia's Presence

HMD, the company behind Nokia, is withdrawing from the US smartphone market due to challenging geopolitical and economic conditions, planning to scale back operations and focus on other growth areas while ensuring a smooth transition for existing customers and partners.

via 9to5Google|

#business #geopolitical-environment #hmd

business7 months ago•2 min saved

HMD Global Exits US Smartphone Market, Ceasing Nokia Phone Sales

HMD Global is scaling back its US operations and has largely ceased selling Nokia and HMD-branded devices in the US, citing a challenging geopolitical and economic environment, while continuing to support existing products and customers globally.

via The Verge|

#business #company-restructuring #hmd-global

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

"Revamped Nokia Dumb Phones: A Nostalgic Blast from the Past with Modern Upgrades"

HMD Global has unveiled three new retro-inspired feature phones, the Nokia 6310 (2024), Nokia 5310 (2024), and Nokia 230 (2024), based on classic designs from the early 2000s to 2010s, featuring modern upgrades like Bluetooth 5.0 and USB-C charging. These phones offer a simpler user interface, long standby battery life, and a nostalgic design, but lack app stores, touchscreen, and access to modern features. With limited internet functionality and 2G support, they may not work on newer networks. The phones are likely to appeal to retro tech enthusiasts and those nostalgic for the originals.

via TechRadar|

#feature-phones #hmd-global #nokia

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

"Revamped Nokia Classic Phones with Modern Upgrades Unveiled for 2024"

HMD has unveiled three new Nokia feature phones, the Nokia 6310 (2024), 5310 (2024), and Nokia 230 (2024), which are modern versions of classic designs. These phones feature upgrades such as larger batteries, USB-C ports, and improved chipsets while retaining the nostalgic appeal of physical keypads. Despite their basic functionality and low price, they are limited to 2G connectivity. Pricing details have not been disclosed yet, but they are expected to be considerably cheaper than modern smartphones.

via Tom's Guide|

#classic-designs #feature-phones #hmd

technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"Revolutionary Smartphone Designs: HMD's Big Plans and Barbie Flip Phone Launch"

Rumors of Nokia's demise are false, as HMD Global plans to release more phones under the Nokia name, including an iconic device based on a best-selling model. While HMD Global is expanding its efforts with new non-Nokia mobile brands, the Nokia brand remains important, with more feature phones expected in the near future. Despite previous rumors, the Nokia brand is here to stay, although it may focus more on feature phones.

via Digital Trends|

#feature-phones #hmd-global #mobile-phones

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Nokia's HMD Unveils Hot Pink Barbie-Inspired Smartphone Line"

HMD Global, the company behind Nokia smartphones, has rebranded itself as "Human Mobile Devices" with a focus on producing affordable, beautiful, and repairable devices. The company plans to substantially reduce the steps required to fix a display and will reintroduce an iconic Nokia phone this summer. Additionally, HMD is partnering with Mattel to release a Barbie-inspired flip phone, offering a retro style and a digital detox experience.

via 9to5Google|

#hmd-global #nokia #rebranding

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Barbie Dream Phone: HMD's Latest Releases and Rebranding"

HMD, known for Nokia phones, is set to release a Barbie-branded flip phone in July and an HMD-branded smartphone this summer. The company also announced plans for a new development platform called "HMD Fusion," which aims to offer a DIY smartphone-style device for tinkerers. Additionally, HMD is committed to a multi-brand strategy and plans to bring back an iconic phone this summer. The company is also focusing on repairability, with a target for half of its phones to be easily repairable and improvements in screen repairability.

via The Verge|

#barbie #hmd #hmd-fusion

technology2 years ago•0 min saved

"Nokia and Vivo Reach 5G Patent Cross-Licensing Agreement"

Nokia has signed a multi-year 5G patent license agreement with Chinese smartphone vendor Vivo, resolving all pending patent litigation between the parties. This marks Nokia's 6th major smartphone licensing agreement in the past 13 months, following deals with Apple, Samsung, OPPO, Honor, and Huawei. The terms of the agreement remain confidential, and Nokia expects its intellectual property licensing business to generate at least 1.4 billion euros of operating profit in 2024.

via Reuters|

#5g #nokia #patent-deal