17872733. ELECTRONIC APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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ELECTRONIC APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM

Organization Name

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Miho Konta of Kanagawa (JP)

Takashi Hasegawa of Tokyo (JP)

Ippei Uchida of Tokyo (JP)

Satsuki Tomizawa of Kanagawa (JP)

Toshimichi Ise of Kanagawa (JP)

ELECTRONIC APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17872733 titled 'ELECTRONIC APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes an electronic apparatus that can switch between different power modes based on user instructions and remaining battery power. Here are the key points:

  • The electronic apparatus has multiple power modes, including a first mode with higher power consumption and a second mode with lower power consumption.
  • The apparatus calculates the remaining usable time based on the present power mode and information on the battery's remaining power.
  • If a user instruction and a switching condition are met, the apparatus switches from the second power mode to the first power mode.
  • If the switching condition is not satisfied, the apparatus does not switch power modes according to the user instruction.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Mobile devices: This technology can be used in smartphones, tablets, and laptops to optimize power consumption and extend battery life.
  • Wearable devices: Smartwatches, fitness trackers, and other wearable devices can benefit from efficient power management.
  • Internet of Things (IoT) devices: Connected devices with limited power sources can use this technology to maximize their operational time.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Power optimization: By switching to a lower power mode when not in use, the electronic apparatus can conserve battery power and extend its usability.
  • User control: The apparatus allows users to manually switch power modes, giving them control over the device's performance and power consumption.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Extended battery life: By intelligently managing power modes, the electronic apparatus can make the most efficient use of its battery, resulting in longer usage times.
  • User customization: Users can choose when to switch power modes based on their specific needs, balancing performance and power consumption.
  • Improved device efficiency: The apparatus ensures that power modes are switched only when necessary, reducing unnecessary power consumption and improving overall device efficiency.


Original Abstract Submitted

An electronic apparatus according to the present invention sets a power mode of the electronic apparatus from among a plurality of power modes including a first power mode and a second power mode having maximum power consumption lower than maximum power consumption of the first power mode; determines, on a basis of a present power mode, a calculation method for calculating a remaining time which is a remaining usable time of the electronic apparatus; acquires the remaining time from information on a remaining amount of a battery supplying power to the electronic apparatus; switches from the second power mode to the first power mode according to an instruction from a user if a switching condition for switching to the first power mode is satisfied; and does not switch from the second power mode to the first power mode according to the instruction if the switching condition is not satisfied.

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