18371403. USER INTERFACES FOR GAZE TRACKING ENROLLMENT simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)

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USER INTERFACES FOR GAZE TRACKING ENROLLMENT

Organization Name

Apple Inc.

Inventor(s)

Giancarlo Yerkes of San Francisco CA (US)

Adam L. Amadio of San Francisco CA (US)

Katherine W. Kolombatovich of San Francisco CA (US)

Philipp Rockel of San Francisco CA (US)

William A. Sorrentino, Iii of Mill Valley CA (US)

Hana Z. Wang of Novato CA (US)

USER INTERFACES FOR GAZE TRACKING ENROLLMENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18371403 titled 'USER INTERFACES FOR GAZE TRACKING ENROLLMENT

Simplified Explanation

In a patent application, gaze enrollment involves displaying an enrollment progress user indicator, animating movement of user interface elements, changing the appearances of user interface elements, and/or moving a user interface element over time to accurately track the gaze of a user.

  • Displaying an enrollment progress user indicator
  • Animating movement of user interface elements
  • Changing the appearances of user interface elements
  • Moving a user interface element over time

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in eye-tracking systems for user interfaces, virtual reality applications, and assistive technologies for individuals with disabilities.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of accurately tracking a user's gaze on a computer system, which can improve user experience and interaction with the system.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include enhanced user interface design, improved accessibility for users with disabilities, and more precise gaze tracking for various applications.

Potential Commercial Applications

Potential commercial applications of this technology include eye-tracking software for market research, interactive advertising, and gaming industries.

Possible Prior Art

Prior art in this field may include existing eye-tracking systems, gaze tracking algorithms, and user interface design techniques that aim to improve user interaction and user experience.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology impact privacy concerns related to gaze tracking?

This article does not address the potential privacy implications of tracking a user's gaze on a computer system. Privacy concerns may arise regarding the collection and use of gaze data, and how this information is stored and protected.

What are the limitations of this technology in terms of accuracy and reliability?

The article does not discuss the potential limitations of gaze enrollment technology, such as accuracy in different lighting conditions, calibration requirements, and potential errors in tracking user gaze accurately.


Original Abstract Submitted

Gaze enrollment, including displaying an enrollment progress user indicator, animating movement of user interface elements, changing the appearances of user interface elements, and/or moving a user interface element over time, enable a computer system to more accurately track the gaze of a user of the computer system