Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Spying on New Acquisitions -Berto takes a peek
The Chinese have been busy spying and buying up new acquisitions of well known, successful western brands as they seek to build a stronger market share. Berto takes a peek.
Berto
Our in-house cartoonist, Berto, lives in Santiago, Chile and has been poking fun at our industry every month since 2011.
More Chinese File Patents – Berto joins the crowd
According to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Chinese applications for PCT patents increased from 782 in 2000 to 48,899 in 2017, overtaking Japan for the first time. China's application volume is also ahead of Germany and South Korea.
Wearing My Amicus Briefs – Berto goes to court
Maybe Berto should have found the meaning of amicus briefs before wearing his Hawaiian shorts, or briefs, to the Federal Court.
Remanufacturing Foreign Cartridges Confusion -Berto
Before May 2017 OEM patent rights on printer cartridges were deemed not to have expired causing confusion over the remanufacturing of foreign sold cartridges.
Spending a Lot on Toner – Berto sees red
In Consumer Report's annual printers survey, the expense of ink or toner replacement is the most common pain point for printer owners—affecting the owners of 1 in 5 printers.
UK Workshops Supplied iPads -Berto plays games
Cartridge World stores have supplied motor vehicle workshops in the UK with a printer, an unlimited supply of ink, an iPad and all necessary on-site training for mechanics and staff to ensure a smooth transition to the new government requirements.
High Stake Patent Lawsuits Settled – Methuselah wins
Steve Michlin's 39 patented inventions solved many complex problems but lead to a series of high stake patent lawsuits, all of which were settled.
Canon Christmas Wish Request – Berto plays Santa
Canon has a Christmas wish request the aftermarket will stop reusing the dongle gear coupling in its cartridges as a means to protect Canon's marketshare.
Fine Wine Cheaper than Ink – Berto shares a drop
Fine wine, perfumes and human blood are all cheaper than ink you use in a desktop inkjet printer making it one of the most expensive liquids on the planet.
Quick Ink Refill – Berto Saves the Day
A quick ink refill is what many need when the cartridge runs out suddenly. Get a professional to help you so you don't get stuck with a shark -as Berto did.