Apple inc. (20240103714). DEVICES, METHODS, AND GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACES FOR PROVIDING CONTROL OF A TOUCH-BASED USER INTERFACE ABSENT PHYSICAL TOUCH CAPABILITIES simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 DEVICES, METHODS, AND GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACES FOR PROVIDING CONTROL OF A TOUCH-BASED USER INTERFACE ABSENT PHYSICAL TOUCH CAPABILITIES
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 DEVICES, METHODS, AND GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACES FOR PROVIDING CONTROL OF A TOUCH-BASED USER INTERFACE ABSENT PHYSICAL TOUCH CAPABILITIES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
DEVICES, METHODS, AND GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACES FOR PROVIDING CONTROL OF A TOUCH-BASED USER INTERFACE ABSENT PHYSICAL TOUCH CAPABILITIES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Christopher B. Fleizach of Gilroy CA (US)
Eric T. Seymour of Sonoma CA (US)
James P. Craig of San Jose CA (US)
DEVICES, METHODS, AND GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACES FOR PROVIDING CONTROL OF A TOUCH-BASED USER INTERFACE ABSENT PHYSICAL TOUCH CAPABILITIES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240103714 titled 'DEVICES, METHODS, AND GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACES FOR PROVIDING CONTROL OF A TOUCH-BASED USER INTERFACE ABSENT PHYSICAL TOUCH CAPABILITIES
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an electronic device with a display and a touch-sensitive surface that displays visual indicators corresponding to virtual touches and allows for the selection of virtual multitouch contacts through a menu system.
- The device has a display and a touch-sensitive surface.
- It displays visual indicators corresponding to virtual touches.
- It receives input from an adaptive input device.
- It displays a menu with virtual touches selection icon in response to the input.
- It allows for the selection of virtual multitouch contacts through the menu system.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in:
- Interactive displays
- Virtual reality systems
- Gaming consoles
Problems Solved
This technology solves issues related to:
- User interaction with touch-sensitive devices
- Multi-touch functionality
- Menu navigation on touchscreens
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Improved user experience
- Enhanced functionality
- Intuitive touch interactions
Potential Commercial Applications
The potential commercial applications of this technology include:
- Mobile devices
- Tablets
- Interactive kiosks
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be:
- Multi-touch displays in smartphones and tablets
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology improve user interaction with touch-sensitive devices?
This technology improves user interaction by providing visual indicators and a menu system for selecting virtual multitouch contacts, making the user experience more intuitive and efficient.
What are the advantages of using virtual touches and multitouch contacts in this context?
The advantages of using virtual touches and multitouch contacts include enhanced functionality, improved navigation, and increased user engagement with the device.
Original Abstract Submitted
an electronic device with a display and a touch-sensitive surface displays, on the display, a first visual indicator that corresponds to a virtual touch. the device receives a first input from an adaptive input device. in response to receiving the first input from the adaptive input device, the device displays a first menu on the display. the first menu includes a virtual touches selection icon. in response to detecting selection of the virtual touches selection icon, a menu of virtual multitouch contacts is displayed.
