17967609. ELECTRONIC DEVICE USING EXTERNAL DEVICE AND OPERATION simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
ELECTRONIC DEVICE USING EXTERNAL DEVICE AND OPERATION
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ELECTRONIC DEVICE USING EXTERNAL DEVICE AND OPERATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17967609 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE USING EXTERNAL DEVICE AND OPERATION
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an electronic device that can determine if a user is looking at its screen by comparing the user's field of view (FOV) with the device's FOV. It uses sensors in a wireless earphone to estimate the user's FOV and its own sensor to estimate its FOV. If the user is determined to be looking at the screen, the device can recognize their gaze and perform a specified function.
- The electronic device estimates the user's field of view by using sensors in a wireless earphone.
- It also estimates its own field of view using its own sensor.
- By comparing the estimated field of view of the user with its own estimated field of view, the device can determine if the user is looking at its screen.
- If the user is determined to be looking at the screen, the device can recognize their gaze.
- Based on the user's gaze, the device can perform a specified function.
Potential Applications
- This technology can be used in smartphones, tablets, or other electronic devices to enhance user interaction and control.
- It can be applied in virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality (AR) devices to improve user experience and enable more intuitive interactions.
Problems Solved
- This technology solves the problem of accurately determining if a user is looking at the screen of an electronic device.
- It eliminates the need for physical touch or gestures to activate functions, providing a more seamless and natural user experience.
Benefits
- The electronic device can accurately recognize the user's gaze, allowing for more precise control and interaction.
- It enables hands-free operation, making it convenient for users in various scenarios.
- This technology enhances user experience by providing a more intuitive and immersive interaction with electronic devices.
Original Abstract Submitted
An electronic device includes a sensor; a memory storing instructions; and a processor configured to execute the instructions to: estimate a field of view (FOV) of a user by using another sensor included in a wireless earphone; estimate a FOV of the electronic device by using the sensor; compare the estimated FOV of the user with the estimated FOV of the electronic device; determine whether the user gazes at a screen of the electronic device based on the comparison result; recognize a gaze of the user based on determining that the user gazes at the screen of the electronic device; and perform a specified function based on the gaze of the user.
