An advertisement for a smartphone that compares itself to the smartphone of another firm is legal in the U.S.,even if the ad mentions brand-name goods produced by another firm.

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It is legal in the U.S. to mention brand names of another firm in comparison advertisements as long as the statements made in the advertisement are truthful and not misleading. This practice is known as comparative advertising. However, there are certain regulations that companies need to follow while using comparative advertising to avoid false and misleading claims.

An Advertisement for a Smartphone That Compares Itself to the Smartphone