СПОСОБ, УСТРОЙСТВО И КОМПЬЮТЕРНЫЙ ПРОГРАММНЫЙ ПРОДУКТ ДЛЯ ОБЪЕДИНЕНИЯ ДИСПЛЕЕВ МНОЖЕСТВА УСТРОЙСТВ

Изобретение относится к совместному использованию множества дисплеев и/или пользовательских интерфейсов для улучшения взаимодействия мобильных устройств. Технический результат - улучшение пользовательского интерфейса в мобильном устройстве за счет объединения дисплеев множества устройств для их совместного функционирования. В частности, примеры способов могут обеспечить обнаружение первого события касания или перетаскивания, прием от соседнего устройства сообщения, указывающего второе событие касания или перетаскивания, происходящее во время упомянутого первого события касания или перетаскивания, формирование события объединения и обеспечение передачи упомянутого события объединения в упомянутое соседнее устройство. Способ также может включать обновление реестра соседних устройств в ответ на прием сообщения о событии касания или перетаскивания от соседнего устройства. Способ также может включать обеспечение представления контента на дисплее устройства и указание контента, который должен ...

ИНФОРМАЦИОННОЕ ТЕРМИНАЛЬНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО, СИСТЕМА СБОРА ДАННЫХ О ДВИЖЕНИЯХ И СПОСОБ СБОРА ДАННЫХ О ДВИЖЕНИЯХ

Группа изобретений относится к медицинской технике, а именно к системе и способу сбора данных о движениях. Система сбора данных о движениях, которая обнаруживает движения тела пользователя, содержит датчики движения тела, подошвенные датчики, блок записи движений тела, блок расчета движений тела, блок коррекции, блок анализа, устройство вывода. Датчики движения тела закреплены на частях тела пользователя для измерения трехмерного перемещения и ускорения каждой из этих частей тела. Подошвенные датчики прикреплены к подошвам обуви пользователя для измерения давления, оказываемого на подошвы. Каждый датчик движения тела и подошвенные датчики оснащены блоком беспроводной связи и сгруппированы в группу датчиков блоком беспроводной связи. Блок записи движений тела выполнен с возможностью аккумулировать данные результатов измерений датчиков движения тела и подошвенных датчиков в качестве данных о движениях тела. Блок расчета движений тела выполнен с возможностью рассчитывать движения тела пользователя ...

СПОСОБ УПРАВЛЕНИЯ СЪЕМКОЙ И СООТВЕТСТВУЮЩЕЕ УСТРОЙСТВО

Изобретение относится к области управления устройствами посредством обнаружения ориентации устройства, а именно к управлению съемкой и соответствующему устройству. Техническим результатом является обеспечение возможности автоматически инициировать интеллектуальный мобильный терминал для фотографирования путем обнаружения действия пользователя с помощью интеллектуального носимого устройства, чтобы интеллектуальный мобильный терминал мог фотографировать с помощью дистанционного управления, без инициирования пользователями кнопки съемки вручную в интеллектуальном мобильном терминале в процессе съемки. Для этого, когда интеллектуальный мобильный терминал обнаруживает, что он находится в состоянии съемки, он инициирует интеллектуальное носимое устройство для обнаружения действия пользователя. Интеллектуальное носимое устройство отправляет полученную кривую собственного движения интеллектуальному мобильному терминалу. Потом интеллектуальный мобильный терминал инициирует приложение камеры для ...

ВЕЛОСИПЕД И ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКИЙ ВЕЛОСИПЕД

Группа изобретений относится к области машиностроения, в частности к велосипедам. Велосипед содержит раму, петлю между первой и второй поверхностями, запирающее устройство. Рама содержит первый и второй сегменты, поворотные относительно друг друга между сложенным положением и разложенным положением. Запирающее устройство является U-образным запирающим элементом. U-образный запирающий элемент расположен между первой и второй поверхностями, когда первый и второй сегменты находятся в разложенном положении. Электрический велосипед содержит раму, петлю, зарядный блок и аккумулятор. Велосипед содержит раму, петлю между первой и второй поверхностями и запирающее устройство. Велосипед содержит раму, петлю между первой и второй поверхностями, запирающее устройство. Достигается улучшение управления велосипедом. 4 н. и 16 з.п. ф-лы, 48 ил.

БЕСПРОВОДНЫЕ СИСТЕМЫ ЭЛЕКТРОПИТАНИЯ ПОРТАТИВНЫХ КОМПЬЮТЕРОВ И ЭЛЕКТРОННЫХ УСТРОЙСТВ

... 1. Беспроводная система электропитания для индуктивной передачи энергии на съемное удаленное устройство, содержащая: ! индуктивное электропитание для генерации электромагнитного поля; ! подставку для подзарядки, перемещаемую между первым положением для поддержки удаленного устройства в первом положении на первой поверхности передачи энергии и вторым положением для поддержки удаленного устройства во втором положении на второй поверхности передачи энергии, причем каждая из указанных поверхностей передачи энергии поддерживает указанное удаленное устройство в пределах указанного электромагнитного поля; и ! первый первичный элемент, расположенный на или в указанной подставке для подзарядки, причем указанный первичный элемент соединен с указанным индуктивным электропитанием, чтобы генерировать указанное электромагнитное поле, указанный первичный элемент установлен так, чтобы индуктивно соединяться с удаленным устройством, когда оно установлено в указанной первой ориентации или указанной второй ...

ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКИЙ ВЕЛОСИПЕД

СПОСОБ И ОБОРУДОВАНИЕ ДЛЯ УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ЭЛЕКТРОННЫМ УСТРОЙСТВОМ

СИСТЕМА И СПОСОБ УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ПЕРЕДАЧЕЙ ДАННЫХ НА ПОРТАТИВНОМ ВЫЧИСЛИТЕЛЬНОМ УСТРОЙСТВЕ И СТЫКОВОЧНОЙ СТАНЦИИ ПОРТАТИВНОГО ВЫЧИСЛИТЕЛЬНОГО УСТРОЙСТВА

... 1. Способ управления телефонными вызовами через портативное вычислительное устройство (PCD) и стыковочную станцию PCD, при этом способ содержит этапы, на которых:принимают вызов через PCD;определяют, пристыковано ли PCD к стыковочной станции; ипроизводят вызов звонком посредством одного или более громкоговорителей стыковочной станции PCD, когда PCD пристыковано.2. Способ по п.1, дополнительно содержащий этап, на котором:отображают идентификационную информацию вызывающего абонента на дисплее стыковочной станции PCD.3. Способ по п.2, дополнительно содержащий этап, на котором:определяют, производится ли ответ на вызов посредством гарнитуры или стыковочной станции PCD.4. Способ по п.3, дополнительно содержащий этап, на котором:передают вызов посредством гарнитуры.5. Способ по п.3, дополнительно содержащий этап, на котором: передают вызов посредством стыковочной станции PCD.6. Способ по п.5, дополнительно содержащий этап, на котором:обеспечивают полнодуплексный вызов посредством одного или более ...

ИНФОРМАЦИОННОЕ ТЕРМИНАЛЬНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО, СИСТЕМА СБОРА ДАННЫХ О ДВИЖЕНИЯХ И СПОСОБ СБОРА ДАННЫХ О ДВИЖЕНИЯХ

ХЭНДОВЕР БЕСПРОВОДНОГО СОЕДИНЕНИЯ LAN ПОСРЕДСТВОМ СТЫКОВОЧНОЙ СИСТЕМЫ И УНИВЕРСАЛЬНОГО ДРАЙВЕРА СЕТЕВОГО УСТРОЙСТВА

... 1. Беспроводная стыковочная система, содержащая:стыкуемое устройство (110, 210) и стыковочную станцию (220), причем стыковочная станция содержит:первое средство для установления первого сетевого соединения (215) для подключения к стыкуемому устройству (110, 210); ивторое средство для установления второго сетевого соединения (225) для подключения к точке (130, 230) доступа беспроводной сети;при этомстыкуемое устройство имеет первую информацию для осуществления доступа к точке (130, 230) доступа беспроводной сети через первоначальное соединение между стыкуемым устройством (110, 210, 510) и точкой (130, 230) доступа беспроводной сети для первого трафика между стыкуемым устройством (110, 210) и точкой (130, 230) доступа беспроводной сети; истыковочная станция (220) выполнена с возможностью:на первом этапе устанавливать первое защищенное беспроводное соединение между стыковочной станцией и стыкуемым устройством для приема от стыкуемого устройства (110, 210) первой информации ина втором этапе ...

Hand-held computer for supermarket or warehouse shopping

The computer has an input device (4a,4b) for entering alphanumeric data corresponding to the items required, a data memory, a read-out display (6), a data transmission/reception device (8), with a range of several kilometers and a bar code reader (10), for scanning the bar codes of purchased items. The transmission/reception device allows stored price data for the entered items to be extracted from a data bank, for display via the read-out display, with subsequent editing of the stored shopping list.

Berührungssensor mit integrierter Antenne

In einer Ausführungsform beinhaltet eine Vorrichtung ein oder mehrere flexible Substrate, auf denen ein flexibles leitfähiges Material angeordnet ist, und ein Abstrahlelement, das auf einer ersten Region der flexiblen Substrate angeordnet ist. Das Abstrahlelement beinhaltet einen ersten Teil des flexiblen leitfähigen Materials. Die Vorrichtung beinhaltet einen Berührungserfassungsbereich, der auf einer zweiten Region der flexiblen Substrate angeordnet ist. Der Berührungserfassungsbereich beinhaltet mehrere Elektroden, die jeweils einen entsprechenden zweiten Teil des flexiblen leitfähigen Materials beinhalten, das auf den flexiblen Substraten angeordnet ist. Die Elektroden sind dazu eingerichtet, eine Berührung durch ein Objekt in dem Berührungserfassungsbereich zu erfassen.

Elektronisches Informationsgerät mit lösbarer Anzeigeeinheit

Elektronisches Gerät mit isolierten Hohlraumantennen

Ein elektronisches Gerät kann ein Metallgehäuse besitzen. Das Metallgehäuse kann ein oberes Gehäuse aufweisen, in dem eine Komponente, wie eine Anzeige, eingebaut ist, und ein unteres Gehäuse, in dem eine Komponente, wie eine Tastatur, eingebaut ist. Gelenke können zur Befestigung des oberen Gehäuses am unteren Gehäuse für die Rotation um eine Rotationsachse verwendet werden. Eine schlitzförmige Öffnung kann das obere und das untere Gehäuse voneinander trennen. Eine flexible Leiterplatte mit Masse-Leiterbahnen kann die schlitzförmige Öffnung in zwei Teile teilen, um einen ersten und einen zweiten Schlitz zu bilden. Hohlraumantennen können in diesen Schlitzen ausgerichtet sein. Eine jede Hohlraumantenne kann einen Hohlträger mit einem Lautsprecherpaar enthalten. Die Lautsprecher können zwei Öffnungen haben, die Klang über ausgerichtete Öffnungen im unteren Gehäuse ausgeben. Leitfähige Dichtungen, die die Öffnungen umgeben, können die Lautsprecheranschlüsse akustisch abdichten, wobei sie ...

Faltbares Mobiltelefon mit zwei getrennten Anzeigen und einer integrierten Kamera

VERFAHREN UND SYSTEM ZUM LOKALISIEREN EINES NOTEBOOKCOMPUTERS

Ein Verfahren zum Lokalisieren eines Notebookcomputers durch Senden eines Wake an Wireless WAN (WoW) Signals über ein Drahtlosnetzwerk an den Notebookcomputer, um den Notebookcomputer einzuschalten; Anweisen des Notebookcomputers, unter Verwendung von GPS seine eigene Position zu bestimmen, falls der Notebookcomputerdeckel offen ist.

Medizintechnische Anlage

Eine medizintechnische Anlage umfasst ein bildgebendes medizintechnisches Gerät (1) sowie mindestens eine portable Bedien-/Anzeigeeinheit (6), wobei das bildgebende medizintechnische Gerät (1) eine Anzahl jeweils eine geschlossene Oberfläche aufweisender Andockstationen (5) aufweist, welche dazu ausgebildet sind, eine drahtlose Datenverbindung mit der Bedien-/Anzeigeeinheit (6) herzustellen und diese zugleich in definierter Position am bildgebenden medizintechnischen Gerät (1) zu halten.

Equipment e.g. portable computer, has flat antenna e.g. patch antenna, movable into operating position from storage position, where antenna accommodates housing part partially between base plate and radiator unit in storage position

The equipment has a flat antenna (12) e.g. planar inverted F-antenna and patch antenna, connected with a high frequency source. The antenna has a radiator unit (13) arranged at a distance from a base plate (14) by a spacer unit (16). The antenna is movable into an operating position from a storage position. The antenna accommodates a housing part (11) partially between the base plate and the radiator unit in the storage position. The spacer unit connects the base plate and the radiator unit with each other in a galvanic manner.

Highly portable media device

Cavity-backed antenna for electronic devices

A cavity-backed antenna 26, or an electronic device, comprises a cavity-backed resonant antenna element 70 where the cavity 72 is formed from a dielectric support structure 112 covered with a layer of conductive material 74, 76. The dielectric material may be a moulded plastic support structure 112 covered by a conductive metal such as copper or aluminium via any suitable deposition technique. The resonant antenna element 70 may take any form including one or more open and/or closed slot arrangements in a conductive plate, planar inverted-F antenna arrangements, patch antennas or various monopole and/or dipole printed antenna arrangements. The antenna may be arranged to operate in one or more different frequency bands. The cavity backed antenna 26 may be used in a housing associated with an electronic device such as a computer or a mobile phone. An antenna window may be provided in the said housing where the window may be formed by a region of dielectric material or from antenna window ...

Communications device with touch sensitive screen

Carrying bag capable of prolonging power supply

Telescopic transducer mounts

Retractable antenna for PC etc

A PC Card 2 includes a slide-out antenna PCB platform (9, fig 1) on which is also mounted an analogue RF amplifier and at least one component, such as a baseband processor, D/A converter, filter, modulator or demodulator or coder or decoder, which can perform digital processes. Placing the component(s) which perform(s) digital processes next to the antenna removes the need for a flexible and expensive connection which would be required if for example, the platform included solely HF components. When the platform partly slides out of the PC Card casing, it automatically turns the device on; sliding the platform back in automatically turns the device off. The platform can also be fully removed from the PC Card for replacement with an upgrade. The PC card is itself removeable and replaceable. Application to mobile telephones is also possible.

Removable wireless device

Improvements in computer cases

IMPROVEMENTS IN COMPUTER CASES.

PCT No. PCT/GB90/01710 Sec. 371 Date Feb. 24, 1992 Sec. 102(e) Date Feb. 24, 1992 PCT Filed Nov. 12, 1990 PCT Pub. No. WO91/07716 PCT Pub. Date May 30, 1991.A computer case having a base (10) incorporating a keyboard (14) which in the closed condition of the case is covered by a lid (12) having its display uppermost, the case opening by a mechanism enabling the lid to slide rearwardly and incline relatively to the base so as to present the display forwardly behind the keyboard.

Antenna apparatus for portable electronic device

An antenna apparatus 10 built into the cover of an electronic device, such as a portable data processor, serves as a latch of the cover 22 in addition to performing as an antenna for transmitting and receiving wireless communication signals. The antenna unit 12 is electrically connected to a signal processing interface 13. The antenna unit 12 is embedded in a moveably lockable latch 11 mounted on the cover 22 such that it is rotated to a high position, giving better communication performance, when the cover is lifted to a using position.

Cable tension mechanism for an antenna

Notebook computer

Docking sytem and method using near field communication

Disclosed is a method and system for configuring the connection of a mobile computing device to a docking station using near field communication. A NFC enabled mobile computing device scans an NFC tag integrated with the docking station to gather docking-station information. The docking-station information is used by the mobile device to configure its interface connector to match the docking connector, to establish a communication link with the docking station and/or a host computer connected to the docking station, and/or authenticate the docking station to the mobile computing device or vice versa.

Smart functionality for discrete field devices and signals

A process control device comprising a first communication interface including a plurality of input/output (I/O) (261 – 276) connectors to couple to one or more field devices 252, a second communication interface configured to be coupled to a process controller 258, one or more circuits coupled to the first and second communication interfaces and configured to: receive discrete input signals from the field devices 252 via the first communication interface, decode the signals to identify sets of information, encode a message with the sets of information, transmit via the second communication interface the message such that the process controller 258 can implement control based on the sets of information. Further aspects define decoding the message to identify a plurality of commands; transmitting a discrete-output message encoded with commands and transmitting a discrete-input message; retrieving desired values for system tag parameters and updating the system tag parameter by causing a portable ...

A layered display unit with antenna for a wrist worn device

A layered display unit comprising a screen and display circuitry (75) comprising an image display portion, the display circuitry being arranged such that the image display portion can be viewed through the screen and an antenna (70) arranged mounted to the screen such that the antenna does not obstruct a view of the image display portion through the screen. In a preferred embodiment the antenna may be arranged around the edge of the screen and may comprise a conductive track. The antenna may be constructed from a transparent material such as indium tin oxide and be configured as a transmitter and receiver operating at 13.56MHz. A layer of high permeability material (74) such as plastic impregnated with ferrite particles may be arranged on the other side of the antenna from the screen to provide a guide for the magnetic field generated by the antenna. In a specific embodiment the layered device may be incorporated in a wrist worn device.

Electronic device with gesture actuation of companion devices, and corresponding systems and methods

A device comprising a computer and integrated telecommunicaton apparatus

Diving computer with coupled antenna and water contact assembly

A wearable diving computer 50, comprising a housing comprising a conductive bezel 51 and a body 52, the bezel includes a radiator element (202 figure 2), which is connected to a radio unit 54, and a water contact detector circuit 55, which detects the underwater condition of the computer. The water contact detector circuit comprises a water contact surface, such as the surface of a button 53, extending through the body 52, and the radiator element and a low-pass filter comprising an inductor 56 connected at one end to a conductive coupling 58, and at the other to the ground potential 57 of the computer. Immersion of the sensor in water allows the circuit to detect an electrical connection from the water contact surface to ground and indicate an underwater condition.

Unlocking lock on device based on ultra-wideband location tracking

In one aspect, a first device may include at least one processor, an ultra-wideband (UWB) transceiver accessible to the at least one processor, and storage accessible to the at least one processor. The storage may include instructions executable by the at least one processor to track a location of a second device different from the first device using one or more UWB signals received from the second device via the UWB transceiver. The instructions may also be executable to unlock a hardware lock controlled by the first device responsive to a determination, based on the tracking of the location of the second device, that the second device is within a predetermined area of the first device.

TOUCHPAD WITH INTEGRATED ANTENNA FOR LAPTOP COMPUTERS

MULTI-MODE ANTENNA SYSTEM FOR A DATA PROCESSING MECHANISM AND AN OPERATING PROCEDURE

SECURED COMMUNICATION INTRODUCTION

FROM A COMPUTER AND AN INTEGRATION TELECOMMUNICATIONS MECHANISM EXISTENCE EQUIPMENT

DATA COLLECTION SYSTEM HANDHELD WITH REPLACEABLE MODULES

Display screen component and electronic device

A display screen component and an electronic device are provided. The display screen component includes a display screen and a sensor unit arranged at a side of the display screen. The display screen includes a display area and a non-display area. The sensor unit includes a signal emitter and a signal receiver, the signal emitter is arranged at a side of the non-display area, and the signal receiver is arranged at a side of the display area. The non-display area includes a functional portion, the signal emitter is configured to emit a detecting signal to outside through the functional portion and the signal receiver is configured to receive a reflected signal from the outside through the display screen, in which the detecting signal is changed into the reflected signal after being reflected by an external object.

Information terminal device, motion capture system, and motion capture method

The present invention combines devices having different functions according to an application, and improves convenience for a user. There is provided a wearing type terminal 1 having an external case 10 having a display unit 131 on the upper surface side and belt members 4a and 4b which can be connected to the both sides of the external case 10 respectively; and a docking type device 2 which is detachably engaged with the bottom portion of the external case 10 of the wearing type terminal 1, and is electrically connected to the wearing type terminal 1 via a dock side connection terminal 21. The wearing type terminal 1 and the docking type device 2 are provided with a function which carries out transmission and receiving of data to be displayed on the display unit 131 via the dock side connection terminal 21. P260350D1_13713844_1 ...

Controlling electronic devices and displaying information based on wireless ranging

A wireless device controls an object, such as a physical device, directly or 5 through interaction with a virtual representation of the object situated at a predefined physical location. The wireless device identifies an intent gesture performed by a user that indicates intent to control the object, such as pointing or orienting the wireless device toward the object, with or without additional input; determines the object associated with the intent gesture using wireless ranging and/or device orientation; 10 interprets sensor data from one or more sensors associated with the wireless device to determine an action gesture corresponding to a command; and transmits a corresponding command value to control the object. Additionally, in some embodiments, the wireless device presents output information that indicates the range/direction of the object, such as on a map or image of the proximate area with an 15 indicator representative of the object shown on the map/image.

Portable electronic device having high and low power processors operable in a low power mode

Highly portable media devices

An improved portable media device and methods for operating a media device are disclosed.

Integrated keypad system

A data entry system comprising a group of data symbols comprising at least one of alphabetical symbols, numeric symbols, and commands (128-136), divided into subgroups. Each subgroup is associated with at least a portion of the user's finger (102-120). The system also comprises a keypad (126) defining a plurality of keys, wherein each key contains at least one of the symbols. At least one finger recognition system (100) is configured to recognize the portion of the finger when it touches a key, and to select the subgroup symbols associated with that portion of the finger interacting with that key.

Methods and apparatuses for operating a portable device based on an accelerometer

Methods and apparatuses for operating a portable device based on an accelerometer

Methods and apparatuses for operating a portable device based on an accelerometer are described. According to one embodiment of the invention, an accelerometer attached to a portable device detects a movement of the portable device. In response, a machine executable code is executed within the portable device to perform one or more predetermined operations. Other methods and apparatuses are also described.

System and method for monitoring a mobile computing product/arrangement

System and method of managing data communication at a portable computing device and a portable computing device docking station

A method of managing telephone calls via a portable computing device (PCD) and a PCD docking station is disclosed and may include receiving a call via the PCD, determining whether the PCD is docked with the PCD docking station, and ringing the call through one or more PCD docking station speakers when the PCD is docked. Moreover, the method may include displaying caller identification information at a PCD docking station display. The method may also include determining whether the call is answered through a headset or the PCD docking station, connecting the call through the headset, connecting the call through the PCD docking station, and providing full duplex calling through the one or more PCD docking station speakers and a PCD docking station microphone.

Cavity antennas for electronic devices

Abstract of the Disclosure Antennas are provided for electronic devices such as portable computers. An electronic device may have a housing in which an antenna is mounted. The housing may have an antenna window for the antenna. The antenna window may be formed from dielectric or from antenna window slots in a conductive member such as a conductive wall of the electronic device housing. An antenna may have an antenna resonating element that is backed by a conductive antenna cavity. The antenna resonating element may have antenna resonating element slots or may be formed using other antenna configurations such as inverted-F configurations. The antenna cavity may have conductive vertical sidewalls and a conductive rear wall. The antenna cavity walls may be formed from conductive layers on a dielectric antenna support structure.

Cosmetic co-removal of material for electronic device surfaces

This is directed to providing a cosmetic finish on a component constructed by connecting several elements. A single manufacturing process, such as machining or grinding, can be applied to the connected elements to remove material from some or all of the elements and to form a smooth and continuous surface across interfaces between the individual elements of the component. In some cases, settings of the material removal process can be adjusted based on the material of the component elements. For example, the settings can be adjusted based on the manufacturing or mechanical properties of each element material.

Hand held data processor unit

Electronic device and a method in an electronic device

MOBILE WIRELESS DATA AND ELECTRICAL POWER UNIT

A portable data and electrical power unit, including a moveable housing having at least one electrical receptacle and at least one data receptacle accessible from the exterior of the housing, at least one rechargeable power source disposed in the housing with the electrical receptacle receiving electrical power from the rechargeable power source, at least one data transfer device mounted in the housing and in communication with the data receptacle, and at least one external peripheral device connected to at least one of the electrical receptacle and the data receptacle.

FEATURES TO ENHANCE DATA ENTRY THROUGH A SMALL DATA ENTRY UNIT

The present invention is directed to an electronic device (1800) having an extendable section containing a microphone (1802) for inputting information by voice, where in an open position, the extendable microphone (1802) is extended towards a user's mouth. In addition, the device has a keypad (1801) and where the microphone (1802) is used in a data entry method combining voice/speech of a user and the key press. In order to select a symbol on a key, the user presses the corresponding key and simultaneously speaks the symbols.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING A MOBILE COMPUTING PRODUCT/ARRANGEMENT

Described is a system and method for monitoring a mobile computing Arrangement. The arrangement may include a sensor and a processor. The sensor detects first data of an event including a directional orientation and a motion of the arrangement. The processor compares the first data to second data to determine if at least one predetermined procedure is to be executed. The second data may include a predetermined threshold range of changes in the directional orientation and the motion. If the predetermined procedure is to be executed, the processor selects the predetermined procedure which corresponds to the event as a function of the first data. Subsequently, the predetermined procedures is executed.

HANDHELD ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICE WITH METALLIC KEYPAD

The present invention relates to a handheld electronic communication device comprising, in a housing (1), a printed circuit board (2) for holding electrical components and providing several connection points, and a keypad (5) extending parallel to said printed circuit board (2) and including a keypad user's interface (5c), made of a metallic sheet, said device further comprising a radio communication module for transmitting and/or receiving signals, said radio communication module being connected to a radiating element via an antenna's feeding point on printed circuit board (2), According to the invention, said metallic sheet is provided with at least a connection area (5e) electrically connected to said antenna's feeding point of said printed circuit board (2), and said metallic sheet further comprises a slot (8), said keypad user's interface (5c) constituting then said radiating element whose working frequencies depend on the shape and the size of said slot.

MONITORING AND TRACKING ATHLETIC ACTIVITY

Athletic activity may be tracked and monitored while providing encouragement and maintaining an individual's interest in continuing to perform athletic activity. For example, a themed workout plan may be implemented to motivate the individual and maintain the individual's interest. The theme may include geographic locations, food items, technology, sports and the like and may include multiple categories or groupings of goals. For example, the categories may correspond to geographic locations. In each category, multiple goals may be defined. The goals may further be represented by real-world objects such as buildings, food items, technology products, sports equipment and the like. A user may progress through each category by completing each of the goals within that category. Other individuals (e.g., friends) may also be displayed on an interface through which a user's progress is tracked. This may allow the user to also view the other individuals' progress in the same workout plan.

MONITORING AND TRACKING ATHLETIC ACTIVITY

Tracking and monitoring athletic activity offers individuals with additional motivation to continue such behavior. An individual may track his or her athletic activity by completing goals. These goals may be represented by real-world objects such as food items, landmarks, buildings, statues, other physical structures, toys and the like. Each object may correspond to an athletic activity goal and require an amount of athletic activity to complete the goal. For example, a donut goal object may correspond to an athletic activity goal of burning 350 calories. The user may progress from goal object to goal object. Goal objects may increase in difficulty (e.g., amount of athletic activity required) and might only be available for selection upon completing an immediately previous goal object, a number of goal objects, an amount of athletic activity and the like.

METHOD OF DEVICE SELECTION USING SENSORY INPUT AND PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE CONFIGURED FOR SAME

The present disclosure provides a method of device selection using sensory input and portable electronic device configured for same. In accordance with one example embodiment, there is provided a method for use in a portable electronic device for selecting a peripheral device for connection with the portable electronic device, comprising: measuring a magnetic field within the vicinity of the portable electronic device; determining a relative location of at least two available peripheral devices in accordance with magnetic fields uniquely associated with the at least two available peripheral devices; selecting a peripheral device from the at least two available peripheral devices in accordance with the measured magnetic field; and connecting the portable electronic device to the selected peripheral device using a wireless communications path.

PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICE

The handheld electronic device combines the features of one or more of: a cellular telephone, Personal Digital Assistant (PDA), personal computer, Internet Appliance (IA), pager, cordless telephone, remote control unit, and Global Positioning System (GPS) into one common easy to use universal device and User Interface (UI). In one embodiment, the handheld electronic device is approximately the size of a cellular telephone, and includes a large touchscreen Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), covering an area which would normally be used for both the display and keypad on a cellular telephone. The display and UI change to look appropriate for whatever application is in use.

DEVICE WITH CAVITY-BACKED ANTENNA ARRAY INTEGRATED IN A METAL CASING

An electronic device (100) for wireless communication comprising a metal casing wherein the wireless communication is realized by at least one cavity-backed slot antenna. Each cavity is formed by the combination of the top housing (110), metallic walls, a ground plane at the top of a printed circuit board (140) and the bottom housing (150).

MONITORING FITNESS USING A MOBILE DEVICE

Athletic performance monitoring and tracking may provide multiple ways in which to track athletic movement and activity. In one example, an athletic monitoring device may include or be associated with multiple types of movement sensors and switch between the sensors or use both depending on various factors including type of workout. Workouts may also be tagged with various parameters including mood, weather, terrain, athletic equipment used and the like. In one or more examples, the parameters may be automatically determined based on location. User workouts and accomplishments may also be celebrated through messages from celebrities, family, friends and other users. In some cases, the messages may be triggered by various conditions. Coaching may also be provided to the user to help improve workouts and overall athletic performance. Running routes may also be automatically tracked, stored and shared.

LOCATION AWARE SPREADSHEET ACTIONS

Location information is integrated with spreadsheet formulas and operations. Location information may be used in filtering data, detecting data sources, performing calculations, and the like. The data may be filtered by location, individuals, places, and other location based information. The location information may be integrated into native spreadsheet formulas to perform calculations, trigger alerts, or drive other spreadsheet business logic. The location information may also be used to detect and use nearby data sources that are published near the spreadsheet user.

MULTI-LEVEL RADIO-FREQUENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

... 2066587 9202084 PCTABS00010 A digital data communication system enables host computer to communicate with a great number of data terminals having specified functions. Communication from the host computer proceeds through a medium or long distance, high power transceiver and through a multiplex system to one of a number of portable communication devices. The communication devices preferably contain internal power supplies, such as rechargeable NiCad battery packs. The devices may be carried on a person's belt, or may be mounted within or on a service vehicle, for example, a forklift truck for use in warehouse operations or a merchandise delivery route vehicle. The communication devices are adapted to function as communication relay devices between the host computer and selected ones of the data terminals. Each communication device includes a first type, low power transceiver to communicate within a first channel and at a low power transmission level with a selected number of the data terminals ...

IC CARD RADIO MODEM AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEM USING THE SAME

An IC card radio modem includes an IC card unit storing infrastructure type information in a memory, a plurality of infrastructure-compatible units connected to the IC card unit at multiple points through an IC card interface, and an antenna for sending information to a designated external infrastructure. The present invention also relates to a communication system using the IC card radio modem.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY CONFIGURING SETTINGS OF SOFTWARE APPLICATION IN A PORTABLE INTELLIGENT COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE

An apparatus and method for automatically configuring settings for a software application in a portable intelligent communications device, where the software application settings are dependent on certain geographical location information. The method includes the steps of determining a current geographical location for the portable intelligent communications device or setting a default location therefor, determining a geographical location for a party with whom the portable intelligent communications device is currently having an active voice conversation or with whom the portable intelligent communications device most recently had an active voice conversation, and integrating the geographical location information determined to automatically configure the settings of the software application.

Objet électronique portable.

L'invention concerne un objet électronique portable (1) comprenant un boitier (3) pourvu d'un élément d'habillage (2) formant en tout ou partie une interface tactile dudit objet électronique (1), ledit élément d'habillage comportant un corps creux contenant un substrat (5) sur lequel sont réalisés un circuit d'antenne (10) d'un module de communication (6) dudit objet (1) et un circuit de commande tactile (13) d'un organe de commande tactile (8) de cet objet (1).

НОУТБУК ИЛИ ДРУГОЕ ПОРТАТИВНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО С БЛОКОМ (УСТРОЙСТВОМ) ДЛЯ ОБЕСПЕЧЕНИЯ РАБОТЫ СОТОВОЙ, МОБИЛЬНОЙ СВЯЗИ

Изобретение относится к электронной промышленности и приборостроению, а именно к автономным компьютерным системам в сочетании с техникой, обеспечивающей мобильную связь между населением. Задачей предлагаемого изобретения является усовершенствование автономной компьютерной системы ноутбука или другого портативного устройства со встроенным блоком (устройством), который позволяет работать в комфортных условиях и расширяет современные возможности использования компьютерных возможностей. Технический результат изобретения достигается за счет обеспечения мобильной сотовой связи и выхода в Интернет через ноутбук или другое портативное устройство посредством встроенного в материнскую или отдельную плату блока (устройства), программируя его на номер абонента сотовой связи. Функциональность блока (устройства) заключается в том, что он запоминает номер абонента и при этом не требуется sim-карта для работы в сетях сотовой связи. При этом в сравнении с аналогичными изобретениями (WO 2008/091965A1; WO ...

УСТРОЙСТВО И СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ УСОВЕРШЕНСТВОВАННОГО ВВОДА ДАННЫХ В МИНИАТЮРНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО ВВОДА ДАННЫХ

Настоящее изобретение относится к электронному устройству (1800), имеющему выдвижную секцию, содержащую микрофон (1802) для ввода информации голосом, причем в открытой позиции выдвижной микрофон (1802) вынесен ко рту пользователя. В дополнение устройство имеет клавиатуру (1801), и микрофон (1802) используется в способе ввода данных, сочетающем голос/речь пользователя и нажатие клавиши. Для выбора символа на клавише пользователь нажимает соответствующую клавишу и одновременно произносит символ.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROTECTION OF LOCATION BASED ON

信息处理装置和方法、记录媒体和程序

... 在此揭示一种使信息能够被直观地容易地传送的信息处理装置和方法。该信息处理装置包括：产生元件，用于产生多个代表输出到不同的信息处理装置的输出数据的第一个图形图像；显示元件，用于接连显示由产生元件产生的第一个图形图像；检测元件，用于检测多个代表从不同的信息处理装置中输入的输入数据的第二个图形图像以响应第二个图形图像在不同的信息处理装置上的接连显示；及获取元件，用于基于由检测元件检测到的第二个图形图像获取输入数据。 ...

Apparatus and method for highlighting holidays of a specified location in a calendar software application

Variable beam antenna device, transmitter-receiver and network notebook

Multi-screen shut the gesture

Portable electronic device

Tablet computer

Electronic device

Keyboard structure with antenna function

Stylus pen combined with antenna in protable wireless terminal

Radio display having built-in mouse

Electronic device

MICROCOMPUTER P ORTATIF HAS KEYBOARD/SCREEN TACTILE

DISPLAY DEVICE AND INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS

Application specific key buttons in a portable device

PORTABLE TERMINAL

허리띠형 스마트 웨어러블 디바이스

... 본 발명은 허리띠형 스마트 웨어러블 디바이스에 관한 것으로, 본 실시 예에 따른 허리띠형 스마트 웨어러블 디바이스는 허리띠 형태를 갖도록 연결된 복수의 프레임(110); 복수의 프레임에 결합되고, 서로 다른 기능을 갖는 복수의 전자모듈(120); 및 프레임마다 구비되고, 서로 다른 프레임에 결합된 전자모듈들 간을 전기신호적으로 연결시키는 연결부(130)를 포함하며, 전자모듈(120)은 프레임(110)에 분리 가능하도록 결합된다.

MOBILE PHONE FOR DATA COMMUNICATIONS

PURPOSE: A mobile phone for data communications is provided to offer a mobile phone for data communications, wherein a big screen display device is installed to provide visual data information based on Internet. CONSTITUTION: A mobile phone for data communications is divided into a main body(2) and a handset(3). The main body(2) consists of a mobile communication antenna(4), a battery pack(5), a speaker(6), a graphic LCD and touch screen(7), a local area antenna(8), a keyboard(9), a microphone(10) and a connection socket(11). The mobile communication antenna(4) transmits and receives radio wave with a base station(1). The battery pack(5) is to accept a battery necessary to drive a portable terminal. The graphic LCD and touch screen(7) is necessary for the screen output and input of visual data. The local area antenna(8) is for local area communication with the handset(3). The keyboard(9) is necessary to make a phone call in voice data communication. The microphone(10) is to input a user's ...

Image display device and operating method for the same

ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING PEN INPUT DEVICE AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF

Method of data entry to a text entry system

전자 장치 표면들에 대한 재료의 미적 공통 제거

... 본 발명은 여러 엘리먼트들을 연결하여 구성되는 컴포넌트 상에 미적 마감재를 제공하는 것에 관한 것이다. 단일 제조 공정, 이를테면 기계 가공 또는 연마가 연결되는 엘리먼트들에 가해져 엘리먼트들의 일부 또는 전부로부터 재료를 제거하고 컴포넌트의 개별 엘리먼트들 간의 인터페이스들에 걸쳐 부드럽고 연속적인 표면을 형성할 수 있다. 일부 경우에서, 재료 제거 공정의 설정들이 컴포넌트 엘리먼트들의 재료에 기초하여 조정될 수 있다. 예를 들어, 설정들은 각 엘리먼트 재료의 제조 및 기계적 속성들에 기초하여 조정될 수 있다.

헤드 장착형 착용 디바이스 전력 공급 시스템

... 장치는 로드 도전성 경로(130) 및 전원(102)에 결합되는 소스 도전성 경로(108)를 포함한다. 소스 도전성 경로(108)는 의복에 포함되고, 로드 도전성 경로(130)는 헤드 장착형 착용 디바이스(HMWD)와 관련된다.

Hand-held electronic device

A hand-held electronic device with a keyboard, thumbwheel, display and associated software is optimized for use of the device with the thumbs. The associated software has a plurality of features to optimize efficient use of the limited keyboard space and encourage the use of the device by thumb-based data entry through the thumbwheel and/or through a combination of minimal number of keystrokes. Software features include international character scrolling, and auto-capitalization. The keys on the device keyboard are optimally shaped and configured for thumb-based input. In addition, the thumbwheel is inclined between the front and a side edge of the device so as to be reachable by either the thumb or index finger of the user's hand at the side edge of the device.

Electronic apparatus

According to one embodiment, an electronic apparatus includes: an opening portion; a housing provided with a first through hole and a second through hole that are situated near the opening portion, respectively; a display accommodated in the housing; an antenna provided near the opening portion; an antenna cover that covers the opening portion, the first through hole and the second through hole; and a joint portion which joins the housing and the antenna cover, and has a first portion in which a first front end portion protrudes from the first through hole to the housing inside, and a second portion in which a second front end portion is situated in the second through hole.

System and method for pucch subband feedback signaling in a wireless network

A mobile station for use in a wireless network. The mobile station transmits feedback reports to a base station of the wireless network. The feedback reports comprise a first feedback report, a second feedback report and a third feedback report. The first feedback report includes a precoder type indication (PTI) value that indicates at least one of a period of the second feedback report and a period of the third feedback report. The PTI value indicates a ratio of the second feedback report period to the third feedback report period. The PTI value also indicates the selected feedback information contained in the second feedback report and the third feedback report.

Optical sensing frame and display device therewith

The present invention relates to display devices, and more particularly to an optical sensing frame in which an infrared sensor module is fastened to a case top with a bracket to secure an assembly margin and prevent the infrared sensor module from mismatching with a liquid crystal display module by relative movement; and a display device therewith, the optical sensing frame includes a case top having a frame shaped upper side, and sides bent and extended from four sides of the upper side perpendicular thereto, first to third brackets fastened to an inside of the upper side of the case top at three corners thereof respectively, and an infrared sensor module placed in each of the first to third brackets.

Portable communicator

A portable wireless telephone which comprises a housing that includes a microphone and a speaker, a wireless communication device capable of wirelessly connecting to a communication channel and capable of conducting transmission or reception through the communication channel; an input pen detachably connected to the housing; and a pen input controller for detecting the movement of the input pen across an input frame and the movement detected is user data; a display, disposed on the housing having first and second portions, and the first portion includes an input frame and the user data is capable of being entered into the input frame using the input pen and the user data is able to be transmitted using the wireless communication device; a control device capable of executing a display process of displaying an image via the second portion of the display.

Information display system, information display apparatus and non-transitory storage medium

The matching processor acquires the key information such as position information and/or the like by the key information acquirer, and notifies to an external apparatus via the communicator. The matching processor stores the acquired key information in the storer corresponding to the identification information which is acquired from the external apparatus. When the acquired identification information does not exist in a AR data management table, the matching processor acquires the AR data by notifying the identification information to the external apparatus. When there is no empty record in a key information management table, key information of which usage date and time is old is considered as a deletion target. Moreover, when there is no empty record in the AR data management table, the AR data of which usage date and time is old is considered as the deletion target.

Device and method for transmitting data in portable terminal

A device and method for transmitting data can conveniently perform data transmission between two portable terminals. The device preferably includes a first portable terminal transmitting data on which a drag operation has occurred to a second portable terminal when the second portable terminal is coupled to the first portable terminal using a time and a moving speed of the drag operation when the drag operation occurs from the first terminal to the second portable terminal. The second portable terminal receives the data from the first portable terminal using the time and the moving speed of the drag operation when the drag operation occurs from the first portable terminal to the second portable terminal coupled to the first portable terminal through near field communication.

Gps input for power consumption policy

A portable computing device is provided. The portable computing device includes a power source for providing a power supply in accordance with a power consumption policy, a processing unit operably coupled to the power source and a storage unit. The storage unit is operably coupled to the power source and the processing unit and configured to cause the processing unit to access geo-location data and to adjust the power consumption policy based on the geo-location data.

Notebook computer and liquid crystal display module

A notebook computer includes a host and a display device. The display device includes a casing and a liquid crystal display module. The casing is pivoted to the host. The liquid crystal display module includes a back cover, a light guide plate, a liquid crystal panel, a light source, and an antenna. The back cover is disposed in the casing. The light guide plate is disposed on and supported by the back cover. The liquid crystal panel is disposed on and supported by the back cover, and the light guide plate is located between the back cover and the liquid crystal panel. The light source is disposed on a side surface of the light guide plate. The antenna is integrally connected to the back cover.

Techniques to display an input device on a mobile device

A method and system may detect an external display coupled to the mobile device. A digital input device may be presented on the integrated touch sensitive display of the mobile device to operate the mobile device. Multimedia content may be presented on the external display in response to the operation of the mobile device through the digital input device.

Method of device selection using sensory input and portable electronic device configured for same

The present disclosure provides a method of device selection using sensory input and portable electronic device configured for same. In accordance with one example embodiment, there is provided a method for use in a portable electronic device for selecting a peripheral device for connection with the portable electronic device, comprising: measuring magnetic fields within the vicinity of the portable electronic device; identifying at least two peripheral devices in accordance with measured magnetic fields and one or more distinct characteristics of a magnetic field generated by each of the at least two peripheral devices which uniquely identify each of the at least two peripheral devices; and connecting the portable electronic device to one of the at least two peripheral devices using a wireless communications path.

Electronic device

An electronic device includes a casing defining a first opening and a through hole, a first antenna, a first cover, and a camera module. The first antenna is mounted in the casing and whose position corresponds to the position of the first opening. The first cover is detachably fixed in the first opening and covering the first antenna. The camera module is mounted in the casing and includes a lens module received in the through hole for converging light incident thereon. The first antenna and the camera module are arranged in a first line, the first cover being fixed in the first opening is separated from the camera module by a first predetermined distance in a first direction parallel with the first line.

Methods and Apparatus for Providing Feedback from an Electronic Device

An electronic device, which can be a wearable electronic device, tablet electronic device, or other type of device, includes a user interface operable to detect gesture input. A visible output, which can be proximately disposed with the user interface, provides visible feedback with which a user can determine that the input was received. A control circuit is operable in some embodiments to control the output of the visible output to mimic the gesture input. Audible feedback and tactile feedback can be used in addition to the visible feedback.

Mobile device actuation of a multifunction peripheral device using near field communication

There is disclosed a method of, mobile device for and apparatus for using a mobile device to actuate a multifunction peripheral device using near field communication. The mobile device includes a user interface for receiving a selection of an electronic document and instructions regarding a selected document processing operation to be performed by the multifunction peripheral and for receiving a selection of an electronic address to which the electronic document is to be directed by the multifunction peripheral. The mobile device also includes a first near field communications transceiver for receiving input indicating that the mobile device is within range of a second near field communication transceiver, for receiving communication, at the first near field transceiver from the second near field communication transceiver, indicating that the first near field communication transceiver is ready to accept the electronic document, instructions pertaining to the selected document processing operation, and the electronic address.

Mobile terminal and non-transitory computer readable medium storing print instruction program

Provided are a mobile terminal and a non-transitory computer readable medium storing therein a print instruction program. A mobile terminal for instructing one or more printing apparatuses connected to a network to perform printing, includes a touch screen and a control section. The control section is constructed to perform a first process of determining a position or positions of the one or more printing apparatuses viewed from the mobile terminal, and of displaying, on the touch screen, a direction or directions being accompanied with the position or positions of the one or more printing apparatuses; and a second process of, when the control section detects a flick operation on the touch screen along one of the direction or directions, transmitting a print job which gives a print instruction, to one of the one or more printing apparatuses corresponding to the one of the direction or directions.

Electronic device

There is provided an electronic device which includes a housing, an opening formed in the housing, a light receiving unit which is disposed inside the housing and is configured to receive an optical signal which enters through the opening, and an optical path changing unit which changes, to guide to the light receiving unit, a travelling direction of at least one of a first optical signal arriving from a first direction in respect to the housing and a second optical signal arriving from a second direction in respect to the housing, the first and second directions being opposite each other.

Methods and Systems for Automatic Configuration of Peripherals

Peripherals and data processing systems are disclosed which can be configured to interact based upon sensor data. In one embodiment, a peripheral, which is configured to be used with a data processing system, includes an interface to couple the peripheral to the data processing system, and at least one sensor, such as a proximity sensor, to sense a user of the peripheral, and a processor coupled to the interface and to the at least one sensor, wherein the processor configures the peripheral in response to data from the at least one sensor. The peripheral may communicate sensor data from its sensors to the data processing system, which may be a wireless PDA, and the data processing system analyzes the sensor data from its sensors and from the peripheral's sensors to decide how to configure the peripheral and/or the data processing system based on the sensor. 1. A data processing system comprising:at least one processor;a user interface system coupled to the processor;a memory coupled to the processor;a connector interface configured to be coupled to a wireless mobile telephone which communicates through a wireless cellular network, the connector interface being coupled to the processor, wherein the processor is configured to route, automatically, data of a communication through the wireless cellular network to the user interface system in response to the wireless mobile telephone being connected to the connector interface during the communication.2. The data processing system as in wherein the data of the communication is audio of a phone call through the wireless cellular network and wherein the connector interface comprises a dock claim 1 , and wherein the user interface system comprises a speaker and a microphone.3. The data processing system as in wherein the data of the communication is an instant or text message through the wireless cellular network and wherein the user interface system comprises a display device and a text input device.4. The data processing ...

Portable computing device with high-speed data communication

A portable computing device includes a radio frequency (RF) wired link, a core module, and a plurality of multi-mode RF units. When one or more of the multi-mode RF units are supporting a high-speed data communication, the core module is operable to detect a blocker that is adversely affecting the high-speed data communication. The core module is further operable to determine whether a radiation pattern alternative for the high-speed data communication will reduce the adverse affects on the high-speed data communication. When the radiation pattern alternative for the high-speed data communication will reduce the adverse affects on the high-speed data communication, the core module is further operable to enable the radiation pattern alternative. The one or more multi-mode RF units are operable to adjust at least one of transmission and reception of the high-speed data communication in accordance with the radiation pattern alternative.

Electronic Device With Electromagnetic Sheilding

An electronic device may have a housing. Components such as keys may be mounted in openings in the housing. The housing may include a display housing portion and a base portion that are coupled using hinge structures. The keys may be used to form a keyboard in the base portion of the housing. Sensitive circuitry such as sensitive wireless circuitry may be shielded from electromagnetic interference by shielding the openings with a layer of conductive material. The layer of conductive material may be a metal layer that forms part of a reflector for a backlight structure. The backlight structure may be used to provide backlight for keys in the keyboard. The keyboard may include a support structure having openings through which the backlight passes to reach the keys. The openings may be bridged using conductive paths so that the support structure serves as a radio-frequency shielding structure.

Multi-Function Radio-Frequency Device, Computer System and Method of Operating Multi-Function Radio-Frequency Device

A multi-function Radio-Frequency device integrated into a computer system is disclosed and includes a substrate including a first surface and a second surface opposite to each other, a touchpad area disposed on the first surface of the substrate for generating a touch signal according to a touch situation, an antenna disposed on the first surface and/or the second surface of the substrate for receiving and transmitting a Radio-Frequency signal, and a control module disposed on the second surface of the substrate and coupled to the touchpad area and the antenna for generating a touch control signal according to the touch signal and generating an identification signal according to the Radio-Frequency signal to the computer system.

Display with Wireless Transmission Functions

A display with wireless transmission functions for transmitting wireless signals to a first wireless transmission module of an electronic device; said display comprising: a screen, touch module and second wireless transmission module; of which, the touch module is configured on the screen; and the second wireless transmission module is mounted onto the screen and connected with the touch module, and used to receive touch signals from the touch module and transmit wireless signals to the electronic device.

Near field communications-triggering for wireless display/docking

Described herein are techniques related to devices with wireless docking capabilities and more particularly near field communications-based techniques for docking and undocking devices. This Abstract is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

Cable with Memory

A cable for providing electric power from a power source to a mobile device, the cable having a first connector at a first end of the cable for connecting the cable to a mobile device and with a second connector at a second end for connecting the cable to the power source, wherein the cable comprises a memory module for backup and bidirectional transfer of data to and from the mobile device. 120-. (canceled)2181118916881101781181216171. A cable () for providing electric power from a power source () to an electronic mobile device () , the cable () not including a charger or other type of power supply and having a first connector () at a first end () of the cable () for connecting the cable () to the mobile device () and having a second connector () at a second end () for connecting the cable () to the power source () , wherein the cable () comprises a memory module () between the first () and the second () end for backup and bidirectional transfer of data to and from the mobile device () , wherein the first connector is a Proprietary connector and the second connector is a USB connector; or wherein the cable is an USB cable and the first connector is a USB connector or its variants including USB OTG and the second connector is a USB connector;{'b': 16', '8', '17', '8', '8', '8', '12, 'wherein the first end () is part of a first cable part (′) and the second end () is part of a second cable part (″), wherein both cable parts (′, ″) are fastened directly and irremovably to the memory module ();'}wherein the memory module comprises a digital data bus and a memory.22. A cable according to claim 21 , wherein the memory module includes a microcontroller.23. A cable according to claim 21 , wherein the digital data bus is a USB.24. A cable according to claim 21 , wherein the memory is a flash memory.25. A cable according to claim 21 , wherein the memory module has a receptacle for a flash memory. The present invention relates to backup and bidirectional transfer of data to ...

Apparatus, system and method of docking with wireless connector

Some demonstrative embodiments include apparatuses, systems and method of transferring data between a mobile device and one or more peripheral devices via a docking device including a wireless connector. For example, a docking device to transfer data between a mobile device and one or more peripheral devices may include a power plug to be connected to a power supply, one or more peripheral connectors to be connected to the one or more peripheral devices for communicating data with the peripheral devices, and a docking connector to connect the docking device to the mobile device. The docking connector may include, for example, a power connector to receive electrical power from the power supply via the power plug and to transfer the electrical power to the mobile device, and a wireless communication unit to communicate the data between the docking device and the mobile device over a wireless communication link.

Adaptive machining for improving assembly fit of consumer electronics

Methods and structures for manufacturing and assembling matching parts in a manufacturing line are described. In some embodiments, the parts are portions of a consumer product, such as an electronic device. The matching parts are manufactured and assembled in a way such that the interface between the matching parts is substantially seamless. In some embodiments, the interface has a feature with curved portions. Methods involve measuring the dimensions of a primary part and custom machining a secondary part to seamlessly fit with the primary part. In this way, the secondary part is made to uniquely fit the primary part. The primary and secondary parts can be marked to identify them as matching parts in a manufacturing environment where numerous pairs of parts are made.

Portable computing system

A portable electronic device having several features is disclosed. The device can include a retention member that retains flexible circuits extending from a top portion to a bottom portion of the device, thereby allowing some components to be moved from a top portion of the device to a bottom portion. The device may include a cover plate can be secured with a display in the top portion to cover the retention member and other internal components. The device can include an omni-directional port designed to receive a connector different orientations and provide power to the device. The device can include a flexible keyboard having butterfly keycaps. The device can include an array of openings for an audio driver, with some of the array including through holes and blind holes. The device can also include a touch pad having a force feedback sensor and a haptic device.

Wireless device

A wireless device includes: a casing having a first face; a display configured to be visible from the first face; a touch sensor formed by a transparent material and mounted in the casing with respect to the display as a part of the first face; a substrate mounted to a side opposite to the first face with respect to the display; and an antenna element including: a first portion built in the casing, connected to a feeding point included in the substrate, and located within a first range occupied by the touch sensor when viewed from a direction perpendicular to the first face; and a second portion located within a second range other than the first range.

WEARABLE COMPUTER WITH TIME INDICATIONS AND MOVEMENTS

Embodiments of a wearable computer are disclosed. The wearable computer comprises an electronic module, a display device, at least one rechargeable electrical energy storage device, a housing containing the display device and the electronic module, and at least one additional visual time indication built into the housing area surrounding the display device at the frontside. In some embodiments, the wearable computer can have a means for wirelessly charging the energy storage device, and a strap or band mounted on the housing. This permits the wearable computer to provide a long runtime and to assume novel configurations. 1. A wearable computer comprising: at least one processor for processing arbitrary informations,', 'at least one data memory for storing arbitrary data, and', 'at least one control circuitry being configured for performing predetermined functions of the wearable computer;, 'an electronic module includinga display device;at least one rechargeable electrical energy storage device for providing electric power to the display device, the electronic module, and other electronic components of the wearable computer;a housing containing said display device and said electronic module therein; andat least one visual time indication means,wherein said one or more visual time indication means are built into the housing area surrounding the display device at the frontside.2. The wearable computer according to claim 1 , further comprising:at least one electric stepper motor for moving at least one visual time indication means.3. The wearable computer according to claim 1 ,wherein at least one visual time indication means includes one of (a) a moving mechanical indication, such as (b) a moving hand, (c) a rotating ring, (d) a moving belt, and (e) a moving chain, (f) an electronic indication, such as (g) a light-emitting diode, and (h) a laser diode, an (i) electromechanical indication, or (j) an electronic display, such as (k) a liquid crystal display, (l) an light ...

Power band for a wearable computer

There is provided a wristband for attaching to a computer device. The wristband includes a first end configured to attach to a first side of the computer device, a second end configured to attach to a second side of the computer device, a battery, a battery connection interface configured to connect to a battery port of the computer device for providing power from the battery to the computer device, and a charging port configured to connect to an interface of an external power source to receive power from the external power source for charging the battery. 120-. (canceled)21. A wearable computer device:a computer body, the computer body including a processor and a display; and a first end attached to a first side of the computer body;', 'a second end attached to a second side of the computer body; and', 'a battery configured to provide power to the computer body;', 'wherein the battery of the band is further configured to receive power from an external power source for charging the battery of the band., 'a band, the band including22. The wearable computer device of claim 21 , wherein the band further includes a light source indicating a charge level of the battery of the band.23. The wearable computer device of claim 21 , wherein the band further includes a communication interface configured to communicate signals with a communication interface of the computer body.24. The wearable computer device of claim 23 , wherein the signals communicate the charge level of the battery of the band to the computer body.25. The wearable computer device of claim 24 , wherein the computer body includes a software application for running on the processor claim 24 , and wherein the software application is configured to display the charge level of the battery of the band on the display.26. The wearable computer device of claim 25 , wherein the software application is configured to display the charge level of the battery of the band on the display combined with a charge level of the ...

Driver device detection

A device dock of a vehicle may receive a one-time key over a data connection between the device dock and a vehicle computing system (VCS), and send the one-time key over a location-identifying connection to a nomadic device placed within proximity to the dock, to cause the nomadic device to send the one-time key to the VCS to integrate with the VCS as a driver device. The VCS may receive, from a nomadic device in a device dock, via a data connection between the VCS and the nomadic device, a one-time key provided from the VCS to the device dock over a data connection between the VCS and the device dock, and responsive to receipt of the one-time key from the nomadic device, integrate the nomadic device with the VCS as a driver device.

HOUSING AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE HOUSING

A housing includes a substrate and a plastic part formed on the substrate. The substrate is made of ceramic. A plurality of holes is defined on surfaces of the substrate. The plastic part a plurality micro-structures. The plurality of holes is filled by the plurality micro-structures. A method for manufacturing the housing is provided. 1. A method for manufacturing a housing comprising:providing a substrate made of ceramic;defining a plurality of holes on surfaces of the substrate; andforming a plastic part on the substrate;wherein the plastic part comprises a plurality micro-structures, each of the plurality of holes is filled by each of the plurality micro-structures.2. The method for manufacturing the housing of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of holes is circular.3. The method for manufacturing the housing of claim 1 , the method of defining the plurality of holes comprise immersing the substrate in a pickling solution.4. The method for manufacturing the housing of claim 3 , wherein the pickling solution is a hydrofluoric acid solution.5. The method for manufacturing the housing of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of holes has a diameter of 1 μm to 8 μm and a depth of 10 μm to 100 μm.6. The method for manufacturing the housing of claim 1 , further comprising:forming at least one antenna on a surface of the plastic part facing away from the substrate.7. The method for manufacturing the housing of claim 1 , further comprising:forming a heat dissipation structure on a surface of the plastic part facing away from the substrate.8. The method for manufacturing the housing of claim 1 , wherein the substrate comprises a first baseplate and a first peripheral wall claim 1 , the first peripheral wall cooperates with the first baseplate to define a first receiving portion claim 1 , the plurality of holes is defined on the surfaces of the first peripheral wall facing the first receiving portion claim 1 , the plastic part is received in the first receiving ...

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD AND PROGRAM

An information processing apparatus capable of simultaneously executing a reproduction function of content data and a communication function with an external apparatus includes a reproduction section configured to execute the reproduction function, a communication control section configured to execute the communication function using a communication section, an operation input allocation section configured to allocate an operation input from a first operation section to the reproduction function or the communication function, an operation input acquisition section configured to acquire an operation input from a second operation section, and a display control section configured to cause a display section to display information relating to the reproduction function or information relating to the communication function. 1. A mobile communication apparatus comprising:a display unit configured to display a screen;a selecting unit configured to select, in response a first user operation, one music piece from a plurality of music pieces of a playlist displayed on the screen;a reproducing unit configured to reproduce music data corresponding to the selected one music piece; anda switching unit configured to switch the screen, being displayed by the display unit, based on a second user operation,wherein the switching unit switches the screen from a first screen when reproducing the music data to a second screen that is different from the first screen, based on a single pressing, as the second user operation, of an operable area associated with a button,wherein the switching unit switches the screen from the first screen when reproducing the music data to a third screen that is different from the first and second screens, based on a double pressing, as the second user operation, of the operable area associated with the button,wherein the display unit is further configured to display music information of a music piece, andwherein the display unit, the selecting unit, the ...

MOBILE TERMINAL

A mobile terminal includes a metal frame including a base portion and an edge portion formed along the outer edge of the base portion, first and second cases bonded to the front and back sides of the metal frame so as to expose the edge portion to the outside, first and second waterproof layers formed between the cases and the metal frame, conductive members that operate a radiator for antennas, together with the edge portion, and are formed on one side of the second case, and feeding portions for feeding the conductive members, the feeding portions being disposed in an enclosed space formed by the waterproof layers. 1a wireless communication unit configured to communicate wireless signals; anda frame comprised of a metallic material and configured to form an upper side, a lower side, and lateral sides of an outer appearance of the mobile terminal,wherein the frame comprises:a first non-metallic coupling portion disposed at an upper portion of the frame;a second non-metallic coupling portion disposed at a lower portion of the frame;a first edge member and a second edge member provided at the upper side of the frame and configured to transmit or receive wireless signals at different frequency bands, wherein the first edge member and the second edge member are isolated from each other by a portion of the first non-metallic coupling portion;a first slit defined between the first edge member and the second edge member, wherein the portion of the first non-metallic coupling portion is disposed in the first slit;a third edge member and a fourth edge member provided at the lower portion of the frame and configured to transmit or receive wireless signals at different frequency bands, wherein the third edge member and the fourth edge member are isolated from each other by a portion of the second non-metallic coupling portion; anda second slit defined between the third edge member and the fourth edge member, wherein the portion of the second non-metallic coupling portion is ...

MODULAR WEARABLE SMART BAND WITH INTERCHANGEABLE FUNCTIONAL UNITS

Modular smartband can include a plurality of coupled modules. The plurality of modules can include at least one core module having at least one processor and at least one peripheral module. Each of the plurality of modules has a coupler end and a receiving end disposed on opposing ends of the module, the coupler end configured to be received in the receiving end of an adjacent module. At least one of the plurality of modules can include a display and at least one the plurality of modules includes a battery. 1. A modular smartband comprising:a plurality of modules coupled one to the other, the plurality of modules comprising:at least one core module having at least one processor; andat least one peripheral module;wherein each of the plurality of modules has a coupler end and a receiving end disposed opposing ends, the coupler end configured to be received in the receiving end of an adjacent module;wherein at least one of the plurality of modules includes a display and at least one the plurality of modules includes a battery.2. The modular smartband of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of modules can receive a removable outer facia claim 1 , the removable outer facia configured to be interchangably couplable with each of the plurality of modules.3. The modular smartband of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of modules includes a core module claim 1 , and one or more peripheral modules each coupled one to the other forming a continuous loop.4. The modular smartband of claim 1 , wherein the at least one core module includes a touch sensitive display.5. The modular smartband of claim 1 , or wherein at least one peripheral module is a battery configured to supply electrical power to the at least one core module and at least one peripheral module.6. The modular smartband of claim 1 , wherein the battery is coupled to a kinetic energy generator claim 1 , the battery configured to be charged by the kinetic energy generator.7. The modular smartband of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Portable Computing Device Cover Including a Keyboard

Example implementations relate to powering a keyboard using power received via a secondary coil. For example, an apparatus includes a support member to support a part of a portable computing device in a tilted orientation. The support member includes a secondary coil to receive power from a primary coil in the portable computing device. The apparatus also includes a base member connected to the support member. The base member includes a first wireless module to receive a first portion of the power from the secondary coil and to communicate with a second wireless module in the portable computing device. The base member also includes a keyboard to receive a second portion of the power from the secondary coil and to generate signals to transmit to the portable computing device via the first wireless module. 1. An apparatus comprising:a support member to support a part of a portable computing device in a tilted orientation, wherein the support member includes a secondary coil to receive power from a primary coil in the portable computing device; a first wireless module to receive a first portion of the power from the secondary coil and to communicate with a second wireless module in the portable computing device; and', 'a keyboard to receive a second portion of the power from the secondary coil and to generate signals to transmit to the portable computing device via the first wireless module., 'a base member connected to the support member, wherein the base member includes2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a communication coil to detect a presence of the portable computing device claim 1 , wherein the base member to support a second part of the portable computing device claim 1 , and wherein the base member is connected to the support member via a rotatable hinge member.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the support member claim 2 , the base member claim 2 , and the rotatable hinge member are integrally formed.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the ...

SMART WEARABLE DEVICES AND METHODS WITH POWER CONSUMPTION AND NETWORK LOAD OPTIMIZATION

Networked smart wearable devices and methods for dynamic power management of multiple wearable devices and the optimization of the network sensor data load through network control of the sensors in each wearable device is provided. 1. A wearable sensor apparatus , comprising:(a) a computer processor with memory;(b) a plurality of sensors operably coupled to the processor;(c) a communications link; and (i) detecting satellite wearable devices that have one or more sensors that are in range of the communications link of the sensor apparatus;', '(ii) communicating with the one or more detected devices;', '(iii) identifying control classifications of each detected satellite device;', '(iv) establishing control of the apparatus and satellite devices based on the control classifications of the devices;', '(v) controlling sensor actuation of the sensor apparatus and satellite devices; and', '(vi) acquiring sensor data from selected sensors from one or more of the detected devices., '(d) programming in a non-transitory computer readable medium and executable on the computer processor for performing steps comprising2. An apparatus as recited in claim 1 , further comprising one or more output devices controlled by the processor.3. An apparatus as recited in claim 2 , wherein said programming further performs the steps comprising:notifying the wearer of the apparatus of detected satellite wearable devices through the output device on the wearable apparatus.4. An apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein said programming further performs the steps comprising:authenticating access rights for each detected device; andexchanging sensor data only with authenticated devices.5. An apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein said programming further performs the steps comprising:monitoring power levels of the wearable apparatus and satellite devices; andcontrolling sensor actuation to minimize power consumption of the wearable apparatus and satellite devices.6. An apparatus as recited ...

SMART WEARABLE DEVICES AND METHODS FOR OPTIMIZING OUTPUT

A smart wearable devices and methods for output optimization are presented where the smart wearable device receives input from one or more sensors, including input related to the user's biological characteristics. This input is used to determine an optimal output form. If the determined output form is different from the smart wearable device's native or default output form, the smart wearable device transcribes the output into the optimal out using a transcription engine. 1. A smart wearable device , the device comprising:(a) a housing, wherein the housing encases components of a wearable smart device;(b) one or more sensors, wherein at least one sensor is a biological sensor configured to acquire biological input;(c) one or more output forms;(d) a memory;(e) one or more communications interfaces;(f) a processor; and ["(i) receive input from the one or more sensors, wherein the input may be acquired automatically or manually entered by a user and wherein at least some of the input is related to the user's biology;", "(ii) use the received input to determine an optimal output form, wherein at least some of the input used to determine the optimal output form is related to the user's biology; and", "(iii) if the device's native output form is not already in the determined optimal output form, transcribe the output into the determined optimal output form using one or more transcription engines."], '(g) programming residing in a non-transitory computer readable medium, wherein the programming is executable by the computer processor and configured to2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising: 'receive input from the one or more environmental sensors, wherein at least some of the input used to determine the optimal output form is related to the context in which the smart wearable device is operating.', 'one or more environmental sensors, wherein at least one environmental sensor is configured to acquire contextual input and wherein said programming is further configured ...

SMART WEARABLE DEVICES AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATICALLY CONFIGURING CAPABILITIES WITH BIOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT CAPTURE SENSORS

A smart wearable device with sensors that can acquire biological input about the user as well as environmental data is presented. Theses sensors can acquire sensor input which causes the smart wearable device to identify a required task to perform. If the smart wearable device determines that the task can only be performed properly by acquiring new capabilities, the smart wearable device can automatically acquire the necessary capabilities from various data sources and configure itself to perform the task properly. 1. A smart wearable device , the device comprising:(a) a housing, wherein the housing encases components of a wearable smart device;(b) one or more sensors, wherein at least one sensor is a biological sensor configured to acquire biological input;(c) a memory;(d) one or more communications interfaces;(e) a processor; and (i) receive input from the one or more sensors to automatically identify an appropriate task related to the input and a context in which said device is operating;', '(ii) match features of the sensor input to any corresponding algorithms readily available to the wearable smart device that are relevant for performing the required task;', '(iii) in response to an absence of matching features of the sensor input to corresponding algorithms present on the wearable smart device that are relevant for performing the required task or operating in the new context, automatically request a new algorithm from one or more data sources via the one or more communications interfaces, wherein the new algorithm is suitable for the appropriate task and the new context; and', '(iii) automatically download the new algorithm to the smart wearable device to perform the appropriate task or operate in the new context., '(f) programming residing in a non-transitory computer readable medium, wherein the programming is executable by the computer processor and configured to2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the one or more data sources are selected from the group of ...

SMART WEARABLE DEVICES AND METHODS FOR ACQUISITION OF SENSORIAL INFORMATION FROM WEARABLE DEVICES TO ACTIVATE FUNCTIONS IN OTHER DEVICES

Smart wearable devices and methods for acquiring sensor data about a user to determine the physical and mental status of the user and automatically activate or deactivate other devices when authenticated by biometric security access specific to the wearer are presented. Specifically, the smart wearable device can automatically acquire a user's biological input, such as heart rate, breathing, body temperature, etc. and based on the input, automatically activate or deactivate a function in another device by sending a triggering signal to the other device. 1. A smart wearable device , the device comprising:(a) one or more sensors, wherein at least one sensor is a biological sensor configured to acquire biological input;(b) a memory;(c) one or more communications interfaces;(d) a processor; and (i) determine a physical or mental status of a user from input acquired by the one or more sensors, wherein at least one sensor is a biological sensor;', '(ii) in response to a specific physical or mental status determination, automatically generate a triggering signal to activate or deactivate a function of another device; and', '(iii) send the triggering signal to the other device., '(e) programming residing in a non-transitory computer readable medium, wherein the programming is executable by the computer processor and configured to2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the other device is a device selected from the group of devices consisting of a wearable smart device claim 1 , a mobile device claim 1 , a tablet claim 1 , a lap top computer and a desk top computer.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein said programming is further configured to receive a signal from the other device acknowledging the triggering signal was received by the other device.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the one or more communications interfaces are selected from the group consisting of a wired communications interface claim 1 , a wireless communications interface claim 1 , a cellular communications ...

SMART WEARABLE DEVICES AND METHODS FOR ACQUISITION OF SENSORIAL INFORMATION FROM SMART DEVICES

Smart wearable devices and methods for acquiring sensorial data from surrounding smart devices are presented. In particular, the smart wearable device identifies surrounding smart devices that may provide additional sensorial data to the smart wearable device. The smart wearable device can use the acquired relevant sensorial data from surrounding devices to augment incomplete data, correct incorrect sensorial data, activate a function of its own or activate a function on one or more of the surrounding devices. 1. A smart wearable device , the device comprising:(a) a housing, wherein the housing encases components of a smart wearable device;(b) one or more sensors, wherein at least one sensor is configured to acquire biological data;(c) one or more communications interfaces;(d) a processor; and (i) broadcast a request to surrounding smart devices to determine availability of accessible surrounding smart devices engaged in acquiring sensor data which is relevant to the sensor data the smart wearable device is also acquiring, wherein relevancy is based on defined criteria and wherein the smart wearable device comprises one or more biological sensors configured to acquire biological data about a user; and', '(ii) acquire the relevant sensor data from accessible surrounding smart devices, wherein the relevant sensor data is used to stitch sensor data that is incomplete or to correct incorrect sensor data on the smart wearable device., '(e) programming residing in a non-transitory computer readable medium, wherein the programming is executable by the computer processor and configured to2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising one or more environmental sensors claim 1 , wherein the one or more environmental sensors are configured to acquire contextual sensor data.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein said programming is further configured to:send a signal to one or more of the surrounding smart devices to trigger activation or deactivation of a function or change the ...

SMART WEARABLE DEVICES AND METHODS WITH ATTENTION LEVEL AND WORKLOAD SENSING

A wearable sensor device, system and method are provided for monitoring the attention, workload or other physical status of the wearer of the wearable sensor device. At least one biometric index value is formulated for a characteristic status from the processed sensor data of the sensors of the device and the biometric index value may also incorporate prior test data and questionnaire response information in the calculated value. The system may include any number of wearable devices that have sensors, a processor and a communications link as well as a remote computer and a non-wearable device with an interface. The status of the wearer of a wearable sensor device can be monitored with the simple display of the biometric index value as well as the data from the individual sensors. 1. A wearable sensor apparatus , comprising:(a) a computer processor with memory;(b) a plurality of sensors operably coupled to the processor;(c) a display; (i) acquiring sensor data from one or more sensors worn by a wearer;', '(ii) processing the acquired sensor data from each sensor;', '(iii) formulating at least one biometric index value from the processed sensor data; and', '(iv) displaying the biometric index value on the display., '(d) programming in a non-transitory computer readable medium and executable on the computer processor for performing steps comprising2. An apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein said biometric index value formulation further incorporates prior biological test data of the wearer.3. An apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein said biometric index value formulation further incorporates contemporaneous wearer submitted status information.4. An apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein said plurality of sensors comprise:at least one biological sensor configured to measure an internal physical condition of a wearer; andat least one non-biological sensor configured to measure an external condition of a wearer.5. An apparatus as recited in claim 1 , said ...

SMART WEARABLE DEVICES AND METHODS FOR CUSTOMIZED HAPTIC FEEDBACK

A method and apparatus for providing customized haptic feedback for a wearable device with sensors, a processor, memory, haptic outputs and optional communications module. Sensor information is used to provide the context for customizing the haptic feedback. 1. A wearable sensor apparatus , comprising:(a) a processor;(b) a plurality of sensors operably coupled to the processor;(c) at least one haptic output coupled to the processor; (i) designating an output for possible sensor results of each sensor;', '(ii) acquiring sensor data from at least one sensor worn by a user;', '(iii) processing the acquired sensor data with possible sensor results; and', '(iv) initiating the designated output for matching sensor data., '(d) programming in a non-transitory computer readable medium and executable on the processor for performing steps comprising2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said plurality of sensors comprise:at least one biological sensor configured to measure an internal physical condition of a wearer; andat least one non-biological sensor configured to measure an external condition of a wearer.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein said non-biological sensor is a sensor selected from the group of sensors consisting of an accelerometer claim 2 , a temperature sensor claim 2 , an altitude sensor claim 2 , a motion sensor claim 2 , and a position sensor.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said haptic output is an output device selected from the group of devices consisting of a vibrating device claim 1 , a heating element claim 1 , a cooling element claim 1 , an electroactive polymer claim 1 , a capacitive voltage generator claim 1 , and a Braille coding actuator.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , said wearable apparatus further comprising:at least one non-haptic output device operably coupled to the processor;the output device selected from the group of output devices consisting of a telemetry device, a light generating device and a sound generating device.6. The ...

SPEAKER SOUND CAVITY STRUCTURE OF MOBILE TERMINAL, AND MOBILE TERMINAL

In a speaker sound cavity structure of a mobile terminal of the present disclosure, the speaker sound cavity structure includes an antenna supporting member arranged on a mobile terminal. The antenna supporting member includes a sound-guiding groove configured as a transmission channel for transmitting sound in the speaker sound cavity structure of the mobile terminal. A lead-out hole is configured to lead the sound in a speaker sound cavity into a new speaker sound cavity of the mobile terminal. A lead-in hole is configured to guide the sound in the speaker sound cavity of into the new speaker sound cavity of the mobile terminal. The speaker sound cavity structure is configured to guide the sound of the speaker sound cavity to the new speaker sound cavity of the mobile terminal, so that the space in the speaker sound cavity of the mobile terminal is expanded. 1. A speaker sound cavity structure , comprising an antenna supporting member arranged on a mobile terminal , wherein the antenna supporting member comprises:a sound-guiding groove configured as a transmission channel for transmitting sound in a speaker sound cavity of the mobile terminal, wherein the sound-guiding groove is a recess arranged on the antenna supporting member of the mobile terminal;a lead-out hole configured to lead the sound in the speaker sound cavity of the mobile terminal into a new speaker sound cavity, wherein the lead-out hole is a through hole that passes through the antenna supporting member of the mobile terminal, and is arranged in the sound-guiding groove; anda lead-in hole configured to guide the sound in the speaker sound cavity of the mobile terminal into the new speaker sound cavity, wherein the lead-in hole is a through hole that passes through the antenna supporting member of the mobile terminal and is arranged in the sound-guiding groove.2. The speaker sound cavity structure of claim 1 , wherein the lead-out hole and the lead-in hole are arranged at two ends of the sound- ...

Tackion is the name of the Device. Photon Connection is the name of the technology used

A device namely a ‘Tackion’ that is able to emit light and sync both the color and rate of blinking of the light emitted by one Tackion device to other Tackion devices. They will serve as beacons to visually link one vehicle to another in order to show other drivers or bystanders the implied connection in between the two or more vehicles.

OPTICAL SENSOR BASED USER INTERFACE FOR A PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE

An apparatus and method are described herein, which simultaneously promotes a positive computing experience for users of portable computer systems and increases overall durability and longevity thereof. In one embodiment, an optical apparatus enhances the user computing experience, in one embodiment by simplifying operation, and is much more durable and long-lasting than mechanical switch and dial type devices it may replace. In one embodiment, the present invention is directed to an apparatus, which enables efficient portable computer device function, field, and data selection, gaming, input, interconnection, and other switching-related functions, simplifying operation and enhancing versatility thereof, yet without exposing the portable computer interior to any degree to incursion of environmental contamination. In one embodiment, an optical apparatus obviates openings in a portable computer package which would otherwise be required. In one embodiment, the apparatus, capable of sensing manipulation and directed by software, has a light source and corresponding light sensor. 120-. (canceled)21. A portable electronic device comprising:a display screen configured to display information comprising graphical items; ["scan a surface of the display screen for contact of a user's finger with the surface of the display screen;", "detect contact of the user's finger with the surface of the display screen based, at least in part, on the scan;", "generate an interaction signal based on the detected contact of the user's finger with the surface of the display screen; and", 'send the interaction signal to a processor of the electronic device; and, 'an optical sensor disposed within the display screen, and configured to detect a user interaction with the display screen, wherein the configuration of the optical sensor to detect a user interaction includes configuration of the optical sensor to receive the interaction signal from the optical sensor;', 'generate a display control ...

Information terminal device

An information terminal device which is portable and capable of charging a charge target device includes: a first body part including a display panel and a case which covers the display panel; and a power transmission coil provided at a position on a back surface of the case opposite to the display panel, for supplying power to be charged in the charge target device in a non-contact manner.

AUTOMATIC MULTI-HOST DISCOVERY IN A FLOW-ENABLED SYSTEM

A computer-implemented method includes sending a broadcast over a network requesting a response from other host computers on the network that are also communicatively paired with the input device, receiving a broadcasted response from a second host computer on the network indicating that it is communicatively paired with the input device, establishing a communicative connection with the second host computer via the network and automatically reestablishing the connection with the second host computer when the second host computer disconnects and reconnects to the network. In response to an edge-detect event, sending a control signal to switch the communicative pairing of the input device from the first host computer to the second host computer. 120-. (canceled)21. A computer-implemented method comprising:receiving, by a first host computer, an input signal from an input device communicatively paired with the first host computer, the input signal corresponding to a movement of a cursor on a display of the first host computer, wherein the first host computer is communicatively coupled to a second host computer;detecting, by the first host computer, when the cursor moves to an edge of the display of the first host computer and when the input signal corresponds to a continued movement of the cursor beyond the edge of the display of the first host computer; andin response to detecting that the cursor has moved to the edge of the display of the first host computer and that the input signal corresponds to continued movement of the cursor beyond the edge of the display of the first host computer:sending, by the first host computer to the input device, a first control signal configured to cause the input device to switch the communicative pairing of the input device from the first host computer to the second host computer; andsending, by the first host computer to the second host computer, a second control signal configured to cause a processor in the second host computer to ...

Athletic Performance User Interface

Athletic data may be recorded and displayed using a computing device such as a mobile communication device during performance of physical activity. In some examples, the device may provide options for defining and recording athletic activity performed by the user. Such options may include various content item selection and rendering controls. Additionally or alternatively, route selection and controls may be provided through the device. Recorded activity data may further be transmitted to a remote site through a network. 1. An apparatus comprising:a processor;a display; and generate a first interface displaying a plurality of selectable athletic activity types;', 'generate a second interface providing a selectable achievement field;', 'receive a selection of an activity type from the first interface;', 'receive a selection of an achievement type that marks a completion of the selected activity type; and', receiving athletic activity data for the athletic activity being performed from one or more sensors;', 'generating an in-workout interface, wherein the in-workout interface includes at least a portion of the received athletic activity data; and', 'deactivating at least a portion of the selection interface until the athletic activity data indicates that the activity type has been completed., 'initiate an athletic activity recordation process including], 'memory storing instructions that, when executed, cause the apparatus to2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the instructions claim 1 , when executed claim 1 , further cause the apparatus to:map one or more selectable functions of the at least a portion of the selection interface to one or more hardware buttons of the apparatus.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the achievement type is a running distance.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the instructions claim 1 , when executed claim 1 , further cause the apparatus to:prior to initiating the athletic activity recording process, generate a content selection ...

RADIO FREQUENCY FILTER FIN PACK DESIGN IN CONSUMER ELECTRONICS

A thermal management device with electromagnetic (EM) shielding includes a fin pack with a plurality of channels. The fin pack has an upper and lower surface. The fin pack has a pack length, pack height, and pack width. The fin pack has fins are oriented connecting the upper surface to the lower surface. The plurality of channels extends from a first end toward a second end. A first channel of the plurality of channels is adjacent the upper surface, and a second channel of the plurality of channels is adjacent the lower surface. 1. A computing device , comprising:a housing;a heat source located inside an electromagnetic shield, wherein the electromagnetic shield has an aperture;one or more electromagnetic radiation emitting electronic components within the housing but outside the electromagnetic shield;a fin pack located in the electromagnetic shield aperture and thermally connected to the heat source.2. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the fin pack provides fluid communication through the electromagnetic shield.3. The computing device of claim 2 , wherein the fluid communication is through the fin pack.4. The computing device of claim 2 , wherein the fluid communication is from a shielded side to an unshielded side of the electromagnetic shield.5. The computing device of claim 1 , further comprising a heat transfer element located between the heat source and the fin pack.6. The computing device of claim 1 , the electromagnetic shield defining a shielded side and an unshielded side with the aperture therethrough from the shielded side to the unshielded side.7. The computing device of claim 1 , the fin pack attenuating electromagnetic radiation in an attenuation range by at least 30 decibels.8. The computing device of claim 7 , the attenuation range being between 2.2 Gigahertz (GHz) and 2.6 GHz.9. The computing device of claim 7 , the attenuation range being between 1.8 GHz and 2.0 GHz.10. The computing device of claim 7 , the attenuation range being between ...

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE HAVING SAME

An electronic device includes a substrate, a structure arranged near the substrate and includes at least one electronic component, a conductive structure provided in the electronic device, and a conductor arranged in the structure, grounding the conductive structure to a ground of the substrate. Electronic components spaced within the electronic device are electrically connected to each other using the existing structure to be installed, so that a mounting space for preparing an electrical connector is prevented from being wasted, thereby making the electronic device slim. The embodiments according to the present disclosure can reduce the number of assembling processes and manufacturing costs.

METHOD, DEVICE, SYSTEM AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE RECORDING MEDIUM FOR PROVIDING USER INTERFACE

According to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for providing a user interface. The method comprises acquiring information on a position where at least one of a first device and a second device contacts a body of a user, and upon the occurrence of a triggering event that causes haptic feedback in at least one of the first device and the second device, controlling properties of haptic feedback provided in at least one of the first device and the second device, with reference to the acquired information on the body contact position, information on a display state associated with the triggering event, and information on contents or functions associated with the triggering event. 1acquiring information on a position where each of a first device and a second device contacts a body of a user; andupon occurrence of a triggering event that causes haptic feedback in at least one of the first device and the second device, controlling properties of haptic feedback provided in at least one of the first device and the second device, with reference to the acquired information on the body contact position, wherein the triggering event comprises an event in which a touch operation occurs on a screen of at least one of the first device and the second device,wherein in the controlling step, the properties of haptic feedback provided in at least one of the first device and the second device are controlled, with further reference to information on a display state of a region of the screen of at least one of the first device and the second device associated with the triggering event.. A method for providing a user interface, comprising the steps of: This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/826,922, filed on Aug. 14, 2015, which claims the benefit of Korean Patent Application No. 10-2014-0132943, filed on Oct. 2, 2014, Korean Patent Application No. 10-2015-0078494, filed on Jun. 3, 2015, and Korean Patent Application No. 10- ...

Electronic Devices with Intuitive Sharing Capabilities

An electronic device may use information about the location of nearby devices to make sharing with those devices more intuitive for a user. When two devices are pointed towards one another, each device may automatically present the option to share information with the other device. When a user wishes to share information with one or more devices in a group of users, an array of icons representing the nearby users may be positioned on the display according to the locations of the nearby users so that the sharing user can easily select which user he or she wishes to share with. A sharing user may broadcast a signal and nearby users may elect to receive the signal by pointing their devices towards the sharing user. A user of two devices may share information between the two devices and may use one device to manipulate the information on the other device.

Apparatus and method for authenticating object in electronic device

In accordance with an aspect of the disclosure, an electronic device is provided. The electronic device comprises an antenna array, a wireless communication module electrically connected to the antenna array and configured to form directional beams through the antenna array, at least one processor operatively connected to the wireless communication module; and a memory operatively connected to the at least one processor. The memory stores instructions causing the at least one processor to perform a plurality of operations comprising: transmitting a sequence of first directional beams having a first beam width to scan first regions having a first sizethrough the antenna array, receiving a sequence of first reflected waves generated by reflection of the sequence of the first directional beams from an object through the antenna array, transmitting a sequence of second directional beams having a second beam width narrower than the first beam width to scan second regions, which are included in the first regions and have a second size smaller than the first size, through the antenna array based on at least a portion of the received sequence of the first reflected waves, receiving a sequence of second reflected waves generated by reflection of the sequence of the second directional beams from the object through the antenna array, and authenticating the object based on at least a portion of the sequence of the second reflected waves.

Bcc enabled key management system

A system with a wireless communication device and one or more wearable communication devices utilizing Body coupled communication, BCC, technology for managing digital keys to a lock. The key management system comprises a wireless communication device and at least one wearable communication device, for managing digital keys, wherein the wireless communication device and the wearable communication device are Body Coupled Communication, BCC, enabled. The method comprises receiving, in the wireless communication device, one or more digital keys to a lock from an external server, detecting, in the wireless communication device, one or more wearable communication devices using BCC, sending, using BCC, the one or more digital keys from the wireless communication device to the detected one or more wearable communication devices and receiving, using BCC, the one or more digital keys from the wireless communication device in the one or more wearable communication devices, thereby enabling the wearable communication device to open the lock.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AN ANTENNA POWER TOUCH TRIGGER SYSTEM IN AN INFORMATION HANDLING SYSTEM

An information handling system and method comprising a wireless adapter for communicating on an antenna system for connection to an operating wireless link, a display having a touch screen interfacing with a touch screen controller to detect a touch event on the information handling system, a processor executing code instructions for an antenna power touch trigger system for determining whether a location of the touch event is within a threshold distance to the antenna system, and the antenna power touch trigger system communicating an instruction to reduce transmission power of the antenna system if the touch event is located within the threshold distance, wherein the touch event is a detected touch or proximity of a user at a touch screen cell. 1. An information handling system comprising:a wireless adapter for communicating on an antenna system for connection to an operating wireless link;a display having a touch screen interfacing with a touch screen controller to detect a touch event on the information handling system;a processor executing code instructions for an antenna power touch trigger system for determining whether a location of the touch event is within a threshold distance to the antenna system; andthe antenna power touch trigger system communicating an instruction to reduce transmission power of the antenna system if the touch event is located within the threshold distance,wherein the touch event is a detected touch or proximity of a user at a touch screen cell.2. The information handling system of claim 1 , wherein the touch screen is a capacitive touch screen system.3. The information handling system of claim 1 , further comprising:a second antenna system for connection to a second operating wireless link;the antenna power touch trigger system for determining whether the location of the touch event is within a second threshold distance to the second antenna system.4. The information handling system of claim 1 , further comprising:the antenna power ...

TWO-SHOT KNUCKLES FOR COUPLING ELECTRICALLY ISOLATED SECTIONS OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME

Two shot knuckles include a first shot component and a second shot component. Both shot components are composed of different dielectric materials, where the first shot is composed of a relatively high strength structural material and the second is composed of a cosmetic material. The first shot component can physically couple two conductive sections together by interfacing with a coupling structure of that section. The first shot component includes second shot retaining regions and a cosmetic region. The second shot component occupies the cosmetic region and anchors itself to the first shot component using the second shot retaining regions. The second shot may be the only part of the two-shot knuckle visible to a user of an electronic device and can exhibit any desired color. 122-. (canceled)23. A portable electronic device comprising: a first conductive component defining a first portion of an exterior surface of the portable electronic device and having a first interior feature;', 'a second conductive component defining a second portion of the exterior surface and having a second interior feature; and', 'an intermediate element defining a third portion of the exterior surface and at least partially encapsulating the first interior feature and the second interior feature to structurally couple the first conductive component to the second conductive component., 'a housing at least partially enclosing a display and comprising24. The portable electronic device of claim 23 , wherein:the intermediate element is formed from a polymer material; andthe intermediate element electrically isolates the first conductive component from the second conductive component.25. The portable electronic device of claim 24 , wherein:the portable electronic device further comprises antenna circuitry positioned within the housing;the antenna circuitry is electrically coupled to the first conductive component; andthe first conductive component is configured to operate as an antenna.26. The ...

Device, System, and Method for a High Power Mode for a Cellular Connection

A device, system, and method uses a high power mode for a cellular connection. The method is performed at a device that is configured to establish a network connection to a network. The method includes detecting a number of at least one event that has occurred over a time period, the at least one event associated with operations used through the network connection, the at least one event indicative of a power to perform the operations that is greater than a predetermined power. When the number is at least a predetermined threshold, the method includes identifying the network connection as being in a high power state. The method includes activating settings when the network connection is in the high power state, the settings reducing a usage of the operations over the network connection.

PORTABLE ELECTRONIC APPARATUS

A wrist apparatus as a portable electronic apparatus includes a case section having a rear surface as a second surface brought into contact with a user's body, a solar battery unit and a display unit provided side by side on a first surface side located on an opposite side to the second surface, a band portion used to mount the case section on the user's body, and a circuit board disposed in the case section and electrically connected to the solar battery unit and the display unit. 1. A portable electronic apparatus comprising:a solar battery;a secondary battery that stores power from the solar battery;a display that displays information to a user;a circuit board that is electrically connected to the solar battery, the secondary battery, and the display;a body motion sensor that is provided on the circuit board and detects body motion of the user;a biological sensor that measures biological information of the user; anda case that has a first surface on which the solar battery and the display are provided side by side, and a second surface brought into contact with the user.2. The portable electronic apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the biological sensor does not overlap the body motion sensor in a plan view from a normal direction to a light reception surface of the solar battery.3. The portable electronic apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the solar battery includes a solar panel, and a first protection cover protecting the solar panel,wherein the display includes a display panel, and a second protection cover protecting the display panel, andwherein the first protection cover and the second protection cover are disposed on the first surface.4. The portable electronic apparatus according to claim 3 ,wherein the first protection cover and the second protection cover are a same cover.5. The portable electronic apparatus according to claim 3 ,wherein an area of the solar panel is larger than an area of the display panel in a plan view from a normal ...

CONSUMER ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION, CONTROL AND SUPPORT CONCIERGE DEVICE AND METHOD

We disclose a concierge device that can be configured to register, control and support a consumer device. It can alternatively or redundantly connect to a home management bridge and/or cloud-based management servers. It can accept menus that allow a single concierge device to provide a wide range of functions for various consumer devices. The concierge device allows the user in a single action to initiate a support session, automatically identifying the consumer device. The concierge device can be configured for voice or video support calls. The concierge device in conjunction with a home management bridge or gateway can manage on boarding of components of an automated home, such as switches and lamps. Implementations of the concierge device that include a display can show supplemental information, such as advertising, optionally in coordination with media being played on a consumer device coupled in communication with the concierge device. 1. (canceled)2. A concierge device including at least one processor and memory holding computer instructions that , when executed on one or more processors of the concierge device , cause performance of a method of supporting a device , the method including:responsive to a user action directed to the concierge device, selecting a particular device to support;connecting to and retrieving data from the selected device via a first two-way non-audio data channel;responsive to a user action requesting an interactive support session, determining a service center with which to initiate the interactive support session and initiating or scheduling the interactive support session, including caching identifier information from which the service center can uniquely identify the particular device;connecting the concierge device in the interactive support session with the service center and transmitting the identifier information, wherein the service center initiates support of the particular device in the interactive support session, ...

WEARABLE DEVICE WITH ATTACHABLE EXPANSION PACK

A wearable device and methods for using the same are provided. In one embodiment, the wearable device includes a band and expansion pack. The band includes a first set of magnets and a first set of modules. The expansion pack includes a second set of magnets and a second set of modules. The wearable device is configured to electrically couple at least one module of the first set of modules to at least one module of the second set of modules through at least one magnet of the first set of magnets and at least one magnet of the second set of magnets when the expansion pack is magnetically fastened to the band. 1. A wearable device , comprising: a first set of magnets; and', 'a first set of modules; and, 'a band, comprising a second set of magnets; and', 'a second set of modules;, 'an expansion pack, comprisingwherein at least one module of the first set of modules is electrically coupled to at least one module of the second set of modules through at least one magnet of the first set of magnets and at least one magnet of the second set of magnets when the expansion pack is magnetically fastened to the band.2. The wearable device of claim 1 , wherein the second set of modules comprises receiver circuitry.3. The wearable device of claim 1 , wherein a module of the second set of modules comprises an energy storage device.4. The wearable device of claim 3 , wherein a module of the first set of modules comprises a chargeable battery claim 3 , and wherein claim 3 , when the expansion pack is magnetically fastened to the band claim 3 , the energy storage device is configured to deliver charge to the chargeable battery through the at least one magnet of the first set of magnets and the at least one magnet of the second set of magnets.5. The wearable device of claim 1 , wherein the expansion pack comprises first and second electrical contacts coupled to one or more modules of the second set of modules.6. The wearable device of claim 5 , wherein a first magnet of the second set ...

System and method for displaying web page

A system and method for displaying a web page prevents an operation error when the contents of display of the web page change. A vehicle-mounted device includes a touch panel and an input processor for performing an input operation corresponding to a position of contact of an indicator with a display screen. A proximity sensor and an indicator detector detects that the indicator has a predetermined positional relationship relative to the screen. A web browser obtains data on the web page, and a rendering engine performs web page display processing, including web page analysis processing and screen layout calculation for the data obtained. A display processor and a display device for displaying the web page subjected to the web page display processing are included. When the indicator has the predetermined positional relationship relative to the display screen, the web page display processing is stopped.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR REMOTELY CONTROLLING AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

A method of remotely controlling a device using a mobile terminal includes, at the mobile terminal detecting a signal source providing an identification and/or connection parameters of the device. A wireless communication connection between the mobile terminal and the device is established in response to detecting the signal source, and an initial spatial position of the mobile terminal is determined. Subsequent changes in the spatial position of the mobile terminal are detected and translated into at least one new value for at least one controllable parameter of the device. The at least one new value is transmitted to the device. 1. A method of operating a mobile terminal for remotely controlling a device , comprising:detecting a signal source providing an identification of the remotely controlled device over a first wireless communication connection, wherein the signal source is placed independent from the remotely controlled device;establishing a second wireless communication connection between the mobile terminal and the remotely controlled device and using the identification of the remotely controlled device provided by the signal source;receiving data for rendering a user interface on a display of the mobile terminal from the remotely controlled device over the second wireless communication connection, wherein the rendered user interface provides information about at least one controllable parameter that can be modified in the remotely controlled device;determining an initial spatial position or orientation of the mobile terminal;detecting a subsequent change in the spatial position or orientation of the mobile terminal;translating the change in the spatial position or orientation into at least one new value for the at least one controllable parameter of the remotely controlled device; andtransmitting the at least one new value to the remotely controlled device over the second wireless communication connection wherein establishing said second wireless ...

Method and system for locating a notebook computer

A method for locating a notebook computer by sending a Wake on Wireless WAN (WoW) signal via a wireless network to the notebook computer to switch ON the notebook computer; instructing the notebook computer to determine its own location using GPS if the notebook computer lid is open.

Monitoring Fitness Using a Mobile Device

Athletic performance monitoring and tracking may provide multiple ways in which to track athletic movement and activity. Workouts may also be tagged with various parameters including mood, weather, terrain, athletic equipment, friends used and the like. Workout information may be shared to social messaging and networking outlets. Workout information shared may include map information including images of maps, interactive maps, links to maps, route information and the like and/or combinations thereof. Additionally or alternatively, an application may be configured to execute within a context of a social networking system to facilitate athletic activity data transfer and generation of workout entries in the social networking site. 1. A method comprising:receiving, from an athletic activity monitoring system, athletic activity data recorded during an athletic activity performed by a first user, the athletic activity data including route information;generating an athletic activity entry associated with the athletic activity on a network page of a social networking site, wherein the athletic activity entry and the network page is viewable by a second user; andgenerating, within the athletic activity entry, a map indicating a route of the first user based on the route information, wherein a performance of the first user during the athletic activity is identified in the map, and wherein the route information is downloadable to the second user and is configured to specify a workout route for the second user.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising determining whether an activity condition of the athletic activity meets a first sharing threshold claim 1 ,wherein the athletic activity entry is generated responsive to determining that the activity condition meets the first sharing threshold.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the specified workout routine for the second user includes route settings based on the route information associated with the athletic activity ...

ELECTRIC BICYCLE

A bicycle includes a computing device including a processor and a memory. The processor is programmed to communicate with a user input device of a vehicle when the bicycle is docked to the vehicle. The processor is programmed to communicate with a mobile device when the bicycle is undocked from the vehicle. 1. A bicycle comprising:a computing device including a processor and a memory;the processor being programmed to communicate with a user input device of a vehicle when the bicycle is docked to the vehicle and being programmed to communicate with a mobile device when the bicycle is undocked from the vehicle.2. The bicycle as set forth in wherein the processor is programmed to automatically communicate with the user input device of the vehicle when the bicycle is docked to the vehicle.3. The bicycle as set forth in wherein the processor is programmed to automatically discontinue communication with the mobile device when the bicycle is docked to the vehicle.4. The bicycle as set forth in wherein the processor is programmed to communicate information from one of the user input device and the mobile device to the other of the user input device and the mobile device when the bicycle is docked to the vehicle.5. The bicycle as set forth in further comprising a connection and configured to communicate with both the user input device and the mobile device.6. The bicycle as set forth in wherein the connection is one of a wired connection or a wireless connection.7. The bicycle as set forth in wherein the processor is programmed to receive an instruction to establish communication with at least one of the user input device of the vehicle and the mobile device.8. The bicycle as set forth in wherein the processor is programmed to receive data for at least one of battery charge claim 1 , travel range claim 1 , frame unfold check claim 1 , tire pressure claim 1 , and active safety system and wherein the processor communicates the data to the user input device of a vehicle when ...

Electronic device casing and electronic device

An electronic device casing adapted to cover an antenna is provided. The electronic device casing includes a supporting layer and a carbon fiber layer. The carbon fiber layer is disposed on a surface of the supporting layer and includes a signal passing region having a plurality of slits and a plurality of microstructures separated by the slits. The signal passing region is adapted to cover the antenna, and a signal excited by the antenna is adapted to pass through the supporting layer and the slits so as to pass through the electronic device casing. An electronic device having the electronic device casing is further provided.

WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEM, COMMUNICATION DEVICE, SENSOR DEVICE, AND WIRELESS COMMUNICATION METHOD

A wireless communication system includes: a sensor device configured to perform communications through short-range wireless communication; and a communication device configured to receive data transmitted from the sensor device, wherein when wireless communication is mutually disconnected, one of the communication device and the sensor device determines a predetermined reconnection condition and notifies an other of the communication device and the sensor device of the reconnection condition, and then the communication device and the sensor device mutually disconnect wireless communication, and when the communication device and the sensor device each satisfy the reconnection condition, the communication device and the sensor device restart mutually the communication. 1. A wireless communication system comprising:a sensor device configured to perform a short-range wireless communication; anda communication device configured to receive data transmitted from the sensor device, whereinwhen the short-range wireless communication is mutually disconnected, one of the communication device and the sensor device determines a predetermined reconnection condition and notifies an other of the communication device and the sensor device of the reconnection condition,after the notifying of the reconnection condition, the communication device and the sensor device mutually disconnect the short-range wireless communication, andwhen the communication device and the sensor device respectively satisfy the reconnection condition, the communication device and the sensor device restart mutually the short-range communication.2. The wireless communication system according to claim 1 , whereinwhen wireless communication is mutually disconnected, the communication device disconnects mutually the wireless communication after notifying the sensor device of the reconnection condition.3. The wireless communication system according to claim 2 , whereinthe communication device determines the ...

ELECTRONIC APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME

An electronic device of the present disclosure includes: a communicator configured to communicate with an external device; and a controller configured to perform control for connecting with a user terminal of transmitting a first communication signal having a first signal strength when the first communication signal is received through the communicator, receiving information about connection with a communication relay from the connected user terminal, and connecting with the communication relay of transmitting a second communication signal having a second signal strength lower than the first signal strength through the communicator based on the received connection information. Thus, an IoT device can have safe access to a wireless AP through a user terminal. 1. An electronic device comprising:a communicator configured to communicate with an external device; and connecting with a user terminal of transmitting a first communication signal having a first signal strength when the first communication signal is received through the communicator,', 'receiving information about connection with a communication relay from the connected user terminal, and', 'connecting with the communication relay of transmitting a second communication signal having a second signal strength lower than the first signal strength through the communicator based on the received connection information., 'a controller configured to perform control for2. The electronic device according to claim 1 , further comprising a user input configured to receive an input of a user claim 1 , connect with the user terminal of transmitting the first communication signal having the first signal strength in response to the first input of the user, and', 'connect with the communication relay of transmitting the second communication signal having the second signal strength in response to the second input of the user., 'wherein the controller is further configured to3. The electronic device according to claim 2 , ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND COMMUNICATION METHOD

An electrical device has processing circuit configured to: select coordinated access points and data distribution center from access points, transmit information about the coordinated access points to the data distribution center, such that in response to the receipt of data from the service gateway, the date distribution center transmits the data to the coordinated access points, and receive the data via the coordinated transmission of the data distribution center and the coordinated access point. 1. An electronic device , comprising:processing circuitry, configured to:from a plurality of available access points, select one or more available access points as one or more coordinated access points and select one available access point as a data distribution center,transmit information about the one or more coordinated access points to the data distribution center, such that in response to receipt of data with the electrical device as destination from service gateway, the date distribution center transmits the data with the electrical device as destination to the one or more coordinated access points, andwhen receiving the data with the electrical device as destination, receive the data with the electrical device as destination via the coordinated transmission of the data distribution center and the one or more coordinated access points.2. The electronic device according to claim 1 , wherein the processing circuitry is further configured to obtain predicted service quality of each of the plurality of available access points claim 1 , and select the coordinated access points and the date distribution center.3. The electronic device according to claim 2 , wherein the predicted service quality is based on at least one of:channel quality between the access point and the electronic device;inherent parameters of the access point;current status information of the access point; andresources which is predicted to be assigned to the electronic device by the access point.46.-. ( ...

BI-STABLE SPRING WITH FLEXIBLE DISPLAY

A wearable accessory device is disclosed. The wearable accessory device includes a flexible display coupled to a bi-stable spring. Coupling the display to the bi-stable spring allows the accessory device to be easily worn in a number of convenient locations. 1a flexible substrate; anda flexible display disposed upon a first surface of the flexible substrate,the flexible substrate further comprising:an electronic module in communication with the flexible display, the electronic module providing information to the display, at least a part of which is presented in real time for presentation by the flexible display.. An electronic device, comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/212,045, entitled “BI-STABLE SPRING WITH FLEXIBLE DISPLAY,” filed Aug. 17, 2011, the content of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety for all purposes.The described embodiments relate generally to portable electronic devices. In particular methods for expanding the functionality of electronic devices are disclosed.Bi-stable springs have two equilibrium positions. This allows a device with a bi-stable spring to assume two distinct configurations. The most recent widespread use of such a device was the slap bracelet, also called the slap wrap. The slap bracelet consists of layered flexible steel bands sealed within a fabric cover. Typical slap bracelets are roughly one inch in width by nine inches in length. In a first equilibrium position they can be flat. The second equilibrium is typically reached by slapping the flat embodiment across the wrist, at which point the bracelet curls around the wrist and stays relatively secure in a roughly circular position. The slap bracelet has been used primarily as a decorative bracelet; however, other uses have included for example keeping a pant leg away from a bike chain, or even using a slap bracelet covered with reflective tape for providing increased visibility for pedestrians and bikers at night. ...

System and method for seamlessly transitioning a network connection via a wireless dock

An information handling system includes a network interface card and a processor. The network interface card includes first and second virtual network interface cards. The processor communicates with the network interface card, and connects with an infrastructure access point via the first virtual network interface card. The processor forms multiple network connections via the infrastructure access point and the first virtual network interface card. The processor detects a wireless dock is within a predetermined proximity. In response to the wireless dock being within the predetermined proximity, the processor initiates a connection with the wireless dock via the second virtual network interface card. The processor resumes one or more of the network connections through the wireless dock via the second virtual network interface card. In response to the one or more of the network connections being resumed through the wireless dock, the processor drops the connection with the infrastructure access point.

Method for utilizing input device and electronic device for the same

According to various embodiments, an electronic device may include a display disposed in a first housing, an input device comprising input circuitry disposed in a second housing arranged to face the display device, a first sensor module disposed in at least a portion of the first housing, a second sensor module disposed in at least a portion of the second housing, a communication module comprising communication circuitry, and a processor electrically connected with the display, the input device, the first sensor module and the second sensor module. The processor may be configured to determine whether sensing data received from the first sensor module and sensing data received from the second sensor module meet a predetermined condition, and to operate the input device in an external input mode if the sensing data provided by the first sensor and the sensing data provided by the second sensor meet the predetermined condition.

ELECTRONIC DEVICE FOR REPRODUCING AUDIO SIGNAL VIA EXTERNAL DEVICE AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF

An electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes a communication circuit configured to support communications by a first communication scheme and a second communication scheme; and a processor, wherein the processor is configured to establish a first communication channel corresponding to the first communication scheme with a first external electronic device using the communication circuit; receive, from the first external electronic device, configuration information related to the first communication channel; transmit, to the first external electronic device, audio data through the first communication channel such that the first external electronic device outputs the audio data using the first communication channel; and transmit, to the second external electronic device, the configuration information related to the first communication channel through the second communication channel corresponding to the second communication scheme such that the second external electronic device is capable of acquiring the audio data using the configuration information. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a communication circuit configured to support communications by a first communication scheme and a second communication scheme; anda processor,wherein the processor is configured to:establish a first communication channel corresponding to the first communication scheme with a first external electronic device using the communication circuit;receive, from the first external electronic device, configuration information related to the first communication channel;transmit, to the first external electronic device, audio data through the first communication channel such that the first external electronic device outputs the audio data; andtransmit, to a second external electronic device, the configuration information related to the first communication channel through the second communication channel corresponding to the second communication scheme such that the second ...

Systems, methods and devices for atm access during outages

Disclosed herein are system, method, and device embodiments for ATM access during a power outage. In an example embodiment, an automated teller machine (ATM) may receive power from a mobile device including a banking application, send the power to a rechargeable battery of the ATM, and enter a reduced power mode, wherein the ATM is powered by the rechargeable battery. Further, the ATM may receive a transaction request including an authentication credential from the banking application, determine an account associated with the authentication credential, determine an authorization result indicating whether to perform the transaction request, and generate recordation information corresponding to the authorization result.

MODULAR DEVICE AND METHODS THEREFOR

A device () includes an electronic device () with one or more processors (), one or more memory devices (), a display (), and a first electrical connector (). An electronic accessory module () includes a second electrical connector (). A housing () receives the electronic accessory module at a first end of the housing and receives the electronic device at a second end of the housing. The housing biases the first electrical connector and the second electrical connector together and couples to both the electronic device and the electronic accessory module to secure the electronic device and the electronic accessory module within the housing. 1. A device , comprising:a housing comprising a first end and a second end;an electronic device comprising at least one processor, at least one memory device, a display, and a first electrical connector,wherein a first rabbet is defined into the electronic device, andwherein the electronic device is configured to be received at the first end of the housing; andan electronic accessory module, operable with the at least one processor of the electronic device, and comprising a second electrical connector,wherein a second rabbet complementary in shape to the first rabbet of the electronic device is defined into the electronic accessory module, andwherein the electronic accessory module is configured to be received at the second end of the housing so that (i) the first electrical connector is biased together with the second electrical connector, (ii) the electronic device and the electronic accessory module are secured within the housing, and (iii) the second rabbet of the electronic accessory module engages with the first rabbet of the electronic device.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first rabbet is defined into a rear side of the electronic device.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the electronic device further comprises a component casing claim 1 , wherein an additional rabbet is formed by the component casing and extends ...

PERIPHERAL DEVICE, INFORMATION PROCESSING SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR CONNECTING THE PERIPHERAL DEVICE

An example of peripheral device adds a predetermined function to a mobile device having an infrared communication function. The peripheral device includes an additional function unit, an infrared communication unit, and a support unit. The additional function unit has the predetermined function. The infrared communication unit is capable of performing infrared communication with the mobile device. The support unit detachably supports the mobile device so that a light emitting/receiving unit for infrared light of the mobile device is positioned so as to be capable of transmitting or receiving infrared light to or from the infrared communication unit. 1. A peripheral device for a mobile device with a main surface , the peripheral device comprising:a first input device configured to receive input from a user;a transmitter configured to wirelessly transmit input data from the input device to the mobile device; anda support configured to detachably hold the mobile device so that the first input device is positioned to the right of the main surface of the mobile device and is positioned where a thumb of a right hand of the user who grasps the peripheral device can operate the first input device.2. The peripheral device of claim 1 , wherein the first input device is a directional input device.3. The peripheral device of claim 1 , wherein the first input device is an analogue input device.4. The peripheral device of claim 1 , wherein the support detachably supports the mobile device by surrounding four sides of the mobile device.5. The peripheral device of claim 4 , wherein the four sides are two pairs of opposed sides.6. The peripheral device of claim 1 , further comprising a second input device configured to receive input from the user claim 1 , wherein the second input device is configured to be located to the right of a top surface of the peripheral device claim 1 , and the support is configured to support the mobile device so that the second input device is positioned ...

FRONT CASE OF ELECTRONIC DEVICE, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE

A front case of an electronic device includes: a front case body, and a laser direct structuring laser direct structuring antenna stand as an auxiliary antenna of the electronic device. The front case body is provided with a through hole matching a shape of a feeding point of the laser direct structuring antenna stand; the laser direct structuring antenna stand is adhered to a front surface of the front case body by dispensing adhesive, and the feeding point of the laser direct structuring antenna stand extends through the through hole to a back surface of the front case body. The arrangement can reduce the difficulty and the cost of future rework of the touch panel, and can also reduce the risk of separation of the touch panel and the front case body. 1. A front case of an electronic device , comprising:a front case body; anda laser direct structuring antenna stand affixed to the front case body, the laser direct structuring antenna stand configured to serve as an auxiliary antenna of the electronic device, wherein:the front case body is provided with a through hole matching a shape of a feeding point of the laser direct structuring antenna stand; andthe laser direct structuring antenna stand is adhered to a front surface of the front case body by dispensing an adhesive, and the feeding point of the laser direct structuring antenna stand extends through the through hole to a back surface of the front case body.2. The front case according to claim 1 , wherein the laser direct structuring antenna stand has a thickness of 0.5 mm.3. An electronic device comprising:a touch panel; 'a front case body; and', 'a front case, the front case further comprisinga laser direct structuring laser direct structuring antenna stand that serves as an auxiliary antenna of the electronic device;a through hole provided on the front case body, the through hole matching a shape of a feeding point of the laser direct structuring antenna stand; and wherein:the laser direct structuring antenna ...

Sunscreen Verification Device

There is a sunscreen detection device for detecting a sunscreen product, the sunscreen detection device comprising: a substrate; a first light, disposed on the substrate and controllably coupled to a processor, controllable by the processor to emit light at a first light wavelength at the subject's skin when the sunscreen detection device is oriented to emit light on the subject's skin; a first light sensor circuit, disposed on the substrate and communicatively coupled to the processor, capable of sensing a percentage absorption of light by the subject's skin at the first light wavelength (% AbsAtWL1) and communicating the % AbsAtWL1 to the processor; a processor, configured to: cause the first light to emit light when the sunscreen detection device is oriented to emit light on the subject's skin; record the % AbsAtWL1 from the first light sensor; and assess a level of sunscreen protection based at least on the % AbsAtWL1.

MOBILE TERMINAL

A mobile terminal includes a metal frame including a base portion and an edge portion formed along the outer edge of the base portion, first and second cases bonded to the front and back sides of the metal frame so as to expose the edge portion to the outside, first and second waterproof layers formed between the cases and the metal frame, conductive members that operate a radiator for antennas, together with the edge portion, and are formed on one side of the second case, and feeding portions for feeding the conductive members, the feeding portions being disposed in an enclosed space formed by the waterproof layers. 1. A bar type mobile terminal , comprising:a first cover disposed at a front side of the terminal;a second cover disposed at a rear side of the terminal;a display configured to display information; a base portion corresponding to a position of the display on a front side of the frame;', 'an edge portion along an outer periphery of the base portion, wherein an outer surface of the edge portion forms an appearance of the terminal body;', 'a first non-metallic coupling portion formed between a first side of the edge portion and a lower outer periphery of the base portion;', 'a second non-metallic coupling portion formed between a second side of the edge portion and an upper outer periphery of the base portion; and', 'a first region and a second region partitioned from each other by a rib at a rear side of the frame;, 'a frame composed of a metal material, the frame comprisinga circuit board coupled to one or more electronic elements and disposed between the first region of the rear side of the frame and the second cover; anda battery configured to supply power to the one or more electronic elements and the display, the battery disposed between the second region of the rear side of the frame and the second cover,wherein the display is disposed between the front side of the frame and the first cover,wherein at least one of sides of the edge portion of the ...

TOUCH SCREEN CONTROL METHOD AND SYSTEM

The present disclosure provides a touch screen control method and system. The touch screen control method includes steps of: (a) providing a smart device, wherein the smart device includes a touch screen and a sensor, the smart device has a software architecture, the software architecture includes an application layer, an application architecture layer, a hardware abstraction layer and a kernel layer, and the touch screen is controlled by a driver of the kernel layer; (b) utilizing the sensor to determine if an object is approaching to the touch screen when the smart device is in a call mode, performing a step (c) if the determining result is satisfied, performing the step (b) again if the determining result is not satisfied; (c) transmitting a sensing signal to the kernel layer through the hardware abstraction layer; and (d) turning off a specific area of the touch screen. 1. A touch screen control method , comprising steps of:(a) providing a smart device, wherein the smart device comprises a touch screen and a sensor, the smart device has a software architecture, the software architecture comprises an application layer, an application architecture layer, a hardware abstraction layer and a kernel layer, and the touch screen is controlled by a driver of the kernel layer;(b) utilizing the sensor to determine if an object is approaching to the touch screen when the smart device is in a call mode, performing a step (c) if the determining result is satisfied, and performing the step (b) again if the determining result is not satisfied;(c) transmitting a sensing signal to the kernel layer through the hardware abstraction layer; and(d) turning off a specific area of the touch screen,wherein the touch screen control method further comprising a step (e) between the steps (b) and (d);(e) transmitting a notification signal to the kernel layer through the application architecture layer,wherein the touch screen control method further comprising a step (f) before the step (d);(f ...

Mirror type display device and method for controlling same

The present invention relates to a mirror type display device and a control method thereof, and a mirror type display device of the present invention includes a mirror type display; a camera provided on a front surface of the display; an interface for recognizing a user's dress(wear) located in front of the display and a mobile terminal carried by the user through the camera and recommending an operation mode of the recognized mobile terminal based on the recognized dress(wear), and a controller. Thus, the user projecting the image on the mirror-type display device can be photographed to recognize the dress, and the mobile terminal recognized by the user can be recognized to recommend the mode of the mobile terminal suitable for the current dress mode.

SPINE ASSEMBLY FOR A COMPUTING SYSTEM WITH MULTIPLE COMPUTING PARTS

Embodiments include apparatuses, methods, and systems for computing. A computing apparatus may include a first computing part and a second computing part. The first computing part and the second computing part may be attached to a spine assembly. The first computing part may include a first electronic interface and a first mechanical attachment coupler to be coupled to the spine assembly, while the second computing part may include a second electronic interface and a second mechanical attachment coupler to be coupled to the spine assembly. The first computing part or the second computing part may rotate around a rotation hinge of the spine assembly from a first position to a second position. Other embodiments may also be described and claimed. 1. A spine assembly for a computing system , comprising:a first attachment subassembly comprising a first mechanical attachment coupler and a first electronic interface, the first electronic interface and the first mechanical attachment coupler to be coupled to a first computing part of the computing system;a second attachment subassembly comprising a second mechanical attachment coupler and a second electronic interface, the second electronic interface and the second mechanical attachment coupler to be coupled to a second computing part of the computing system; anda rotation hinge coupled to the first attachment subassembly and the second attachment subassembly, wherein the first attachment subassembly or the second attachment subassembly is to rotate around the rotation hinge from a first position to a second position.2. The spine assembly of the claim 1 , further comprising:a housing including the rotation hinge, the first attachment subassembly, or the second attachment subassembly.3. The spine assembly of the claim 2 , further comprising:a circuitry coupled to the housing, the circuitry to be coupled to the first computing part or the second computing part.4. The spine assembly of the claim 1 , wherein the computing ...

WIRELESS INTELLIGENT ELECTRONIC DEVICE

An intelligent electronic device (IED) is provided. The IED includes a metering sub-assembly and an input base module sub-assembly. The metering sub-assembly is hinged to the input base module sub-assembly, where when in an open position, various cables, connectors, and input/output cards/modules are accessible. Various input/output cards/modules are interchangeable to add/change functionality and/or communication capabilities to the IED. In one embodiment, a communication card is provided with at least one antenna disposed internal or external to a housing of the IED. 1. An intelligent electronic device for monitoring power usage of an electrical circuit comprising:a housing;at least one sensor coupled to the electric circuit, the at least one sensor measures at least one parameter of the electrical circuit and generates at least one analog signal indicative of the at least one parameter;at least one analog to digital converter coupled to the at least one sensor, the at least one analog to digital converter receives the at least one analog signal and converts the at least one analog signal to at least one digital signal;at least one processor that receives the at least one digital signal and calculates at least one power parameter of the electrical circuit;a first antenna disposed at a first position of the housing;a second antenna disposed at a second position of the housing, such that the first antenna and the second antenna are disposed a predetermined distance apart; anda communication device that receives the calculated at least one power parameter and wirelessly transmits the calculated at least one power parameter to a remote computing device via the first antenna and/or the second antenna.2. (canceled)3. The intelligent electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the first antenna is configured as a main antenna and the second antenna is configured as a diversity antenna.4. The intelligent electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the first position is opposite to ...

MULTI-DIRECTION CONNECTABLE ELECTRONIC MODULE AND MODULAR ELECTRONIC BUILDING SYSTEM

A multi-direction connectable electronic module includes a circuit board, including a top surface, a bottom surface, and at least one side; and a plurality of connectors connected to the circuit board, each including a lateral magnetic connector, a shell, a longitudinal inter-locking part, and a lateral inter-locking part. The lateral inter-locking part is configured to connect with a first electronic building block along the lateral direction. The longitudinal inter-locking part is configured to stack with a second electronic building block along the longitudinal direction. The lateral magnetic connector is configured to magnetically connect with the first electronic building block. A plurality of through holes are formed on the shell. A lateral pin connector disposed on the at least one side of the circuit board includes a plurality of pins located at positions corresponding to the plurality of through holes, and is configured to electrically connect the first electronic building block. 1. A multi-direction connectable electronic module , comprising:a circuit board, including a top surface, a bottom surface, and at least one side between the top surface and the bottom surface; and the lateral inter-locking part includes a protruding structure and a recessed structure located on an outer side surface of the shell, and is configured to connect with a first electronic building block along a lateral direction;', 'the longitudinal inter-locking part includes a top inter-locking structure protruding from a top surface of the shell and a bottom inter-locking structure recessed into a bottom surface of the shell, and is configured to connect with a second electronic building block that is stacked longitudinally on a top or a bottom of the electronic module;', 'the lateral magnetic connector is disposed in the shell and configured to magnetically connect with the first electronic building block along the lateral direction;', 'a plurality of through holes are formed on an ...

ADAPTIVE USER INTERFACES

Adaptive user interfaces and techniques therefor are provided. In accordance with one example, a method includes, at an electronic device having a display: displaying a first user interface comprising a first affordance associated with a first function and a second affordance associated with a second function, and detecting a first event causing the device to transition from the first state to a second state, where the display is deactivated in the second state. The method also includes detecting, while the device is in the second state, a second event causing the device to transition from the second state to a third state, where the display is activated in the third state, and in response to detecting the second event, displaying a second user interface comprising the first affordance displayed in the second user interface at a second location different from the first location, and not comprising the second affordance. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a display;one or more processors;a memory; and [ a first affordance that, when selected, causes the electronic device to perform a first function of transmitting a first instruction to a remote device causing a presentation application executing on the remote device to transition to a next slide of a series of slides, wherein the first affordance is displayed in the first user interface at a first location; and', 'a second affordance that, when selected, causes the electronic device to perform a second function of transmitting a second instruction to the remote device causing the presentation application executing on the remote device to transition to a previous slide of the series of slides;, 'while the electronic device is in a first state, displaying, on the display of the electronic device, a first user interface comprising, 'detecting a first event causing the electronic device to transition from the first state to a second state, wherein the display is deactivated in the second state;', 'while the electronic ...

UNIVERSAL PERIPHERAL CONNECTOR

A universal connector apparatus for a mobile device and in communication with the mobile device, the apparatus comprising: at least one universal serial bus (USB) connector providing at least one connection; at least one USB host controller configured to control the at least one USB connection; a microprocessor configured to control the at least one USB host controller, the microprocessor having an operating system; a USB device control interface on the mobile device configured to communicate and control the universal connector apparatus; and a USB driver configured to operate within the operating system to enable the mobile device to connect to one or more peripherals via the at least one USB connector. 1. A universal peripheral connector apparatus comprising:a first port configured to connect to a host device;a second port configured to connect to a peripheral device; determine a type of peripheral device connected to the second port;', 'receive instructions to control the peripheral device, the instructions being received via the first port, and', 'translate the received instructions into commands to drive the determined peripheral device., 'a controller configured to2. The universal peripheral connector of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to control the second port.3. The universal peripheral connector of claim 2 , wherein the controller comprises at least one of a master chipset and slave chipset.4. The universal peripheral connector of claim 1 , wherein the commands are configured to drive the peripheral devices selected from the group comprising printers claim 1 , facsimile machines claim 1 , computers claim 1 , digital cameras claim 1 , portable memory devices claim 1 , portable music players claim 1 , scanners claim 1 , barcode scanners claim 1 , monitors claim 1 , projectors claim 1 , keyboards claim 1 , and media writers.5. The universal peripheral connector of claim 1 , wherein both the first port and the second port are USB ports.6. The ...

Portable computing device

The embodiments herein discloses a portable computing device. The device comprises a main body, a satellite antenna and a cooler fan at a head section of the main body, a web cam built integrally with the satellite antenna, a key board, a mouse pad, a wireless communication module, a plurality of ports, an audio system, a battery power supply and a computer core processor. The satellite antenna is configured to connect the computing device to any satellite television channel or radio station to allow a user to view and listen a desired satellite television channel or a radio channel. The core processor is connected to an external display device through wired and wireless connection for data transmission. The external display device is any one of a LED television, flat screen monitor, HDTV, Television monitor, and computer screen.

Antenna structure of a communications device

A communications device includes a ground plane, a signal source, a filling material and an antenna. The signal source is electrically connected to the ground plane. The antenna has a predetermined metal pattern and is coupled to the signal source. The filling material is a non-conductive material and the filling material and the predetermined metal pattern are bonded heterogeneously via a surface-mount technology.

Wirelessly Powered Electronic Display Apparatuses

A wirelessly powered electronic display apparatus and techniques for dynamically controlling the apparatus are described herein. More specifically, the electronic display apparatus is configured identify proximate users and automatically present communications to the proximate users in a wireless power delivery environment. In some embodiments, the apparatus comprises a housing, an electronic display disposed on the housing, one or more antennas situated within the housing and electronic circuitry situated within the housing. The electronic display is configured to present display data to proximate users in the wireless power delivery environment. The one or more antennas are configured to wirelessly receive power and data signals. The electronic circuitry is configured to harvest energy from the power signals, process the data signals to determine the display data for presentation to the proximate users, and direct the electronic display to present the display data to the proximate users.

ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING MULTIBAND ANTENNA

An electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes an outer housing having a first conductive structure, a display adapted to expose at least a portion of the display through the first surface of the outer housing, and a printed circuit board (PCB) electrically connected to the display, where the first conductive structure includes a first point connected to a feeder of the PCB and a second point connected to a ground part of the PCB, and where the display includes a second conductive structure electrically connected to the PCB. 1. An electronic device comprising: a first surface facing a first direction,', 'a second surface facing a second direction opposite to the first direction, and', 'a side surface surrounding a space between the first surface and the second surface;, 'an outer housing that comprisesa display adapted to expose at least a portion of the display through the first surface of the outer housing;a printed circuit board (PCB) arranged between the second surface of the outer housing and the display;a communication circuit arranged on or over the PCB;a ground member arranged at a portion of the PCB;a conductive structure formed of at least one of the first surface of the outer housing or at least a portion of the side surface is electrically connected to the communication circuit;a first conductive plate arranged between the first surface and the second surface of the outer housing is electrically connected to at least one of the ground member or the conductive structure; anda second conductive plate arranged between the first conductive plate and the second surface of the outer housing is electrically connected to at least one of the ground member or the conductive structure.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , further comprising:a support structure configured to support the display,wherein at least one of the first conductive plate or the second conductive plate forms a portion of the support structure.3. The electronic device of claim ...

Method for transmitting a virtual object between electronic devices

A method for transmitting a virtual object from a first electronic device to a second electronic device includes steps of: controlling the first electronic device to display a virtual object; in response to receipt of a request from the second electronic device, allowing user input of a user command to the first electronic device; and after the user command is detected, transmitting, by the first electronic device, object data associated with the virtual object to the second electronic device, so as to enable the second electronic device to display the virtual object based on the object data.

ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHOD THEREOF FOR GRIP RECOGNITION

An electronic device and a method of grip recognition of the electronic device are provided. The electronic device includes an antenna; a radio communication unit having a coupler; a memory; and a processor which is operatively connected to the radio communication unit and the memory. The memory comprises instructions, executable by the processor. The processor is configured to detect a first signal being transmitted and a second signal being received through the antenna using the coupler, calculate a reflection coefficient of the antenna based on the first signal and the second signal, determine at least one of a signal magnitude or a phase corresponding to the reflection coefficient, and determine whether the electronic device is being gripped based on the at least one of the signal magnitude or the phase. 1. An electronic device , comprising:an antenna;a radio communication unit having a coupler;a memory; anda processor which is operatively connected to the radio communication unit and the memory,wherein the memory comprises instructions, executable by the processor, and detect a first signal being transmitted and a second signal being received through the antenna using the coupler,', 'calculate a reflection coefficient of the antenna based on the first signal and the second signal,', 'determine at least one of a signal magnitude or a phase corresponding to the reflection coefficient, and', 'determine whether the electronic device is being gripped based on the at least one of the signal magnitude or the phase., 'wherein the processor is configured to2. The electronic device of claim 1 , further comprising a transceiver configured to generate and transmit the first signal claim 1 ,wherein the processor is configured to detect, if the first signal is being transmitted to the antenna via the coupler, the first signal by the coupler.3. The electronic device of claim 2 , wherein the second signal is a reflected signal corresponding to the first signal claim 2 , ...

CAUSING SPECIFIC LOCATION OF AN OBJECT PROVIDED TO A DEVICE

Techniques for causing a specific location of an object provided to a shared device. These techniques may include connecting the computing device with an individual device. The individual device may transmit the object to the shared device and displayed at an initial object position on a display of the shared device. The initial object position may be updated in response to movement of the individual device, and the object may be displayed at the updated object position on the display. The object position may be locked in response to a signal, and the object may be displayed at the locked object position. 1. A computer-implemented method for sharing an object , the method comprising:detecting, through one or more sensors connected with a shared computing device, a control position of a computing device;displaying, on a display associated with the shared computing device, an object at an initial object position, wherein the initial object position is determined using a predetermined rule for a task the shared computing device is operating;detecting, through the one or more sensors, a change in the control position of the computing device, wherein the change in the control position corresponds with a user action associated with the computing device;updating, based at least in part on the detecting of the change in the control position, the object position of the object presented on the display; andlocking the object at the updated object position on the display in response to a triggering event.2. The computer-implemented method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more sensors comprises one or more selected from a group consisting of: a motion detection sensor claim 1 , a depth sensor claim 1 , a light sensor claim 1 , and a pressure sensor.3. The computer-implemented method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more sensors are connected with the shared computing device via one of: a wireless network connection and a wired network connection.4. The computer-implemented method ...

INFORMATION HANDLING SYSTEM ANTENNA ISOLATION WITH INTEGRATED COOLING FAN

A portable information handling system structure located between housing hinges along one side of the housing has first and second antenna disposed at opposing ends with a cooling fan between the first and second antenna and over the antenna structure to isolate the first and second antenna. In one embodiment, a parasitic element disposed between the first and second antenna and under the cooling fan has resonance tuned to isolate wireless signals of a frequency supported by the first and second antenna. 1. A method for communicating wireless signals at a portable information handling system , the method comprising:coupling first and second antenna along one side of the portable information handling system housing;coupling a cooling fan to exhaust at the one side of the portable information handling system housing between the first and second antenna;communicating wireless signals from the first and second antenna; andisolating wireless signal interference between the first and second antenna with a grounded metallic material of the cooling fan disposed between the first and second antenna.2. The method of wherein the coupling first and second antenna further comprises:coupling the first and second antenna to an antenna support separate from a motherboard of the portable information handling system; andextending the cooling fan from the motherboard across the antenna support between the first and second antenna.3. The method of wherein the coupling a cooling fan further comprises:forming an opening in the motherboard extending from the one side of the information handling system towards the other side of the information handling system, the opening configured to fit the cooling fan;coupling the cooling fan in the opening.4. The method of further comprising:disposing a parasitic element on the antenna support between the first and second antenna and below the cooling fan; andtuning the parasitic element to isolate the first and second antenna.5. The method of further ...

DEVICE WITH A MID-FRAME STRUCTURE AND REVERSE DRAFT

An electronic reading device includes a mid-frame structure such that the mid-frame structure can include a reverse draft. A reverse draft corresponds to a back of the electronic reading device being a predetermined amount wider than a front of the electronic reading device. Additionally, a co-molded mid-frame stiffener provides a predetermined rigidity of the electronic reading device. The electronic reading device also includes a display integrated with the front of the mid-frame structure, wherein a space between the display and the mid-frame structure includes one or more electronic reading device components. Similarly, a back cover is integrated with the back of the mid-frame structure, wherein a space between the back cover and the mid-frame structure includes additional electronic reading device components. 1. An electronic reading device , comprising: a reverse draft corresponding to a back of the electronic reading device being a predetermined amount wider than a front of the electronic reading device, and', 'a co-molded mid-frame stiffener providing a predetermined rigidity of the electronic reading device;, 'a mid-frame structure, the mid-frame structure including'}a display integrated with the front of the mid-frame structure, wherein a space between the display and the mid-frame structure includes a first group of one or more electronic reading device components; anda back cover integrated with the back of the mid-frame structure, wherein a space between the back cover and the mid-frame structure includes a second group of one or more electronic reading device components.2. The electronic reading device of claim 1 , wherein the reverse draft is a 7 degree reverse draft corresponding to the back of the electronic reading device being 7 degrees wider than the front of the electronic reading device.3. The electronic reading device of claim 1 , wherein the electronic reading device has a depth of less than 7 millimeters based on a combination of the reverse ...

SKIN-DEPENDENT DEVICE COMPONENTS

Additional components or functionality can be provided for a computing device by coupling the device with one or more device skins. Each device skin can include one or more components that can be utilized by the computing device, such that a user of the computing device can obtain desired functionality by selecting an appropriate skin. The components of the skin can be powered by the computing device, such as through wired or wireless power coupling. The computing device can determine an appropriate control scheme for the skin when the skin is coupled with the device, enabling a user to utilize the various components of the skin as if those components were part of the computing device. 1. (canceled)2. An apparatus , comprising:a first cover portion of the apparatus;a second cover portion of the apparatus, the apparatus least partially encasing a portion of a computing device, the first cover portion configured to be positioned at least partially between the second cover portion and the computing device;a communication component configured to be positioned at least partially between the second cover portion and the computing device and configured to communicate with the computing device;a power component; receive power from the power component;', 'receive control signals from the computing device via the communication component; and', 'send information to the computing device via the communication component., 'a functional component configured to3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the power component is configured to receive power from the computing device.4. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the functional component is configured to be positioned at least partially between the second skin portion and the computing device.5. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the communication component is configured to be positioned at least partially between the second skin portion and the computing device.6. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the communication component ...

Systems and Methods for Providing a Continuous Check Scanner Utilizing a Tablet Computer and Camera

Embodiments of the disclosure can provide systems and methods for providing a continuous check scanner utilizing a tablet computer and camera. In one embodiment, a system can be provided. The system can include a mirror device configured to mount with respect to an upper display screen of a tablet computer, wherein the mirror device is further configured to project image information to a camera associated with the tablet computer. The system can also include a holder configured to position the tablet computer with respect to a base surface, wherein a portion of the holder is configured to permit sound to be transmitted to an associated speaker and microphone of the tablet computer when the computer is mounted to the holder. In certain embodiments, the system can include an application program executing on the tablet computer when the tablet computer is mounted to the holder. 1. A system comprising:a mirror device configured to mount with respect to an upper display screen of a tablet computer, wherein the mirror device is further configured to project image information to a camera associated with the tablet computer; anda holder configured to position the tablet computer with respect to a base surface, wherein a portion of the holder is configured to permit sound to be transmitted to an associated speaker and microphone of the tablet computer when the computer is mounted to the holder.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the mirror device comprises a housing configured to mount to an edge of the upper display screen claim 1 , and wherein the housing is further configured to position a mirror to project the image information received from an instrument positioned adjacent to the tablet computer towards the camera.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the holder comprises a cavity operable to insert a portion of the tablet computer.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the holder comprises one or more perforations operable to permit sound to pass through a wall of the holder ...

PORTABLE ELECTRONIC APPARATUS

A portable electronic apparatus includes a case, a solar cell disposed in the case, a GPS antenna as an antenna section disposed in the case, including a base as a nonconductive member and a conductive body disposed on a surface of the nonconductive member, and adapted to receive a positioning satellite signal, and a circuit board disposed in the case, and electrically connected to the solar cell and the antenna section, and the antenna section overlaps the solar cell in a planar view viewed from a normal direction of light receiving surfaces of the solar cell. 1. A portable electronic apparatus comprising:a case;a solar cell disposed in the case;an antenna disposed in the case, including a nonconductive member and a conductive body disposed on a surface of the nonconductive member, and adapted to receive a positioning satellite signal; anda circuit board disposed in the case, and electrically connected to the solar cell and the antenna,wherein the antenna overlaps the solar cell in a planar view viewed from a normal direction of a light receiving surface of the solar cell.2. The portable electronic apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a processor supported by the circuit board; anda connection section adapted to electrically connect the antenna and the processor to each other, and supported by the circuit board,wherein the connection section overlaps the solar cell in the planar view.3. The portable electronic apparatus according to claim 2 , whereinthe case has an opening on one side in the normal direction,the solar cell is provided with an outer edge part shorter than an inner circumferential length of the opening, and an inner edge part shorter in length than the outer edge part in the planar view, andat least a part of the connection section is disposed between the outer edge part and the inner edge part.4. The portable electronic apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe conductive body of the antenna is disposed between the solar cell and ...

WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICE

A wireless communication device is provided. The wireless communication device comprises a circuit board and a loop antenna. The circuit board includes a wireless communication circuit. The wireless communication circuit includes a signal transmitting end and a ground terminal. The loop antenna includes a conductive loop, a feed portion, a first short-circuit portion and a second short-circuit portion. The feed portion is connected between the conductive loop and the signal transmitting end. The first short-circuit portion and the second short-circuit portion are connected between the conductive loop and the ground terminal, respectively. 1. A wireless communication device comprising:a circuit board including a wireless communication circuit, the wireless communication circuit includes a signal transmitting end and a ground terminal; anda loop antenna including a conductive loop, a feed portion, a first short-circuit portion and a second short-circuit portion, the feed portion is connected between the conductive loop and the signal transmitting end, and the first short-circuit portion and the second short-circuit portion are connected between the conductive loop and the ground terminal, respectively;wherein a distance between the first short-circuit portion and the feed portion is within 0.1 times of a wavelength corresponding to an operating frequency of the loop antenna, and a distance between the second short-circuit portion and the feed portion is within 0.5 times of the wavelength corresponding to the operating frequency of the loop antenna.2. The wireless communication device according to claim 1 , wherein the first short-circuit portion or the second short-circuit portion further includes a matching component claim 1 , and the matching component includes at least a capacitor or an inductor.3. The wireless communication device according to claim 1 , wherein a vertical projection of the conductive loop is located outside of the vertical projection of the ...

Antenna pattern frame, method and mold for manufacturing the same, electronic device case having antenna pattern frame embedded therein, and method for manufacturing the same

An antenna pattern frame includes an antenna radiator receiving an external signal and transmitting the received external signal to an electronic device, a radiator frame having the antenna radiator on a surface thereof, and a guide boss protruding from the radiator frame and preventing the radiator frame from moving vertically in a mold for manufacturing an electronic device case having an inner space having a shape corresponding to that of an electronic device case.