# Trademark Similarity Case: SOLO

The registered mark consists of “SOLO.” Cited mark 1 combines “SOLOTEC” with a flag-like graphic passing through the upper center of its fourth letter, “O.” The graphic and different number of letters distinguish the marks visually.

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HOME / NEWS & INSIGHTS NEWS & INSIGHTS Trademark Similarity Case: SOLO The registered mark consists of “SOLO.” Cited mark 1 combines “SOLOTEC” with a flag-like graphic passing through the upper center of its fourth letter, “O.” The graphic and different number of letters distinguish the marks visually. Trademarks 2023.12.04 published IPLEX 3 min read 2002 Dang (post-remand) 1053(granted) Category Cited mark 1 Cited mark 2 Registered mark at issue Mark SOLOIST SOLO Designated Goods Category 39: Computer, Portable Computer, Monitor, Fax [Similarity between the registered mark and cited mark 1] 1. Appearance The registered mark consists of SOLO. Cited mark 1 combines SOLOTEC with a small flag-like graphic crossing the upper part of the fourth letter, O. 2. Pronunciation and concept The small graphic is subordinate to the wording, and TEC is weak as an abbreviation associated with technology. SOLO therefore forms the dominant element, sharing the registered mark's pronunciation and concept. [Similarity of the designated goods] Computers, portable computers, monitors and electronic data-processing equipment could share manufacturers, electronics retailers and ordinary consumers. The goods were therefore considered similar in trade. [Decisions] Despite differences in appearance, the shared dominant pronunciation and concept could cause confusion on identical or similar goods. Fax machines, telephones, printing telegraph equipment and image transmitters were also similar in characteristics, uses and trade channels under the former classification. Read the Korean source This article reflects the information available when it was published. Contact us to discuss your circumstances. Discuss this topic ↗ All articles Related service: Designs & trade marks ↗ Related service: IP disputes & appeals ↗ TALK TO IPLEX Discuss your IP questions We consider your technology and business needs together. ↗ Contact us Newer Trademark Similarity Case Analysis: now ↗ Older Trademark Similarity Case: The Rhinoceros Mark ↗ Related insights Trademarks 2026.10.01 TikTok for confectionery: dilution can prevent registration in Korea Korean Patent Court case 2025Heo10379 explains why different goods and later commercial success did not overcome the reputation and distinctiveness of TikTok. ↗ Read article Trademarks 2026.09.30 Can Fear of a Trade Mark Dispute Justify Non-Use? Korean Supreme Court decision 2024후10504 separates an intention to launch from actual use and objective obstacles beyond the owner’s control. ↗ Read article Trademarks 2026.09.29 An App Name: A Mark for Software or for the Service It Delivers? The 010PAY decision, 2025허10405, considers actual transactions, revenue and the proper subject of Korean trade mark scope proceedings. ↗ Read article

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