The long drawn battle between Oracle and Google over patent infringement in the latter's Android mobile OS seems to be nearing conclusion now. The jury has decided that Android does not violate any patents, as claimed by Oracle. This has come as a major relief for the search giant, whose mobile OS enjoys a significant share of the smartphone market. Oracle's bone of contention in the lawsuit was against Google's using Java source code in its mobile operating system.

The trial that was initiated in April and lasted three weeks, relieved Google of eight counts on patent infringement claims...

Mercury has launched the 3G Mobile Router, which provides Wi-Fi internet connectivity for up to six devices, with the push of a button. Users need not connect to a notebook or laptop, as the router is supported by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that lasts for five hours. The product sells for an MRP of Rs 5200, and is backed by a 1-year warranty.

The card-sized router is light enough to be carried in one's pocket anywhere for instant connectivity. The 3G Mobile Router can easily be switched between the modem and router modes, with just a flick of a switch...