Apple inc. (20240102821). OFFLINE MAPS simplified abstract
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OFFLINE MAPS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Leo Emile Jean Pierre Vallet of Culver City CA (US)
Victor Brilon of Mountain View CA (US)
William N. Danner of Santa Cruz CA (US)
OFFLINE MAPS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240102821 titled 'OFFLINE MAPS
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a patent application for an electronic device that proactively obtains and stores map data for offline use, suggests maps for download based on user interaction history, and downloads suggested maps along with supplemental maps.
- Electronic device proactively obtains and locally stores map data for offline use
- Device presents suggested maps for download based on user interaction history
- Downloads suggested map and supplemental maps for offline use
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in various navigation and mapping applications, such as GPS devices, mobile mapping apps, and location-based services.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of users needing access to map data while offline or in areas with poor network connectivity. It also addresses the issue of users having to manually search for and download maps for specific routes.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved user experience by providing access to maps offline, reducing data usage, and offering convenient suggestions for map downloads based on user behavior.
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications of this technology include integration into GPS devices, mobile mapping apps, travel apps, and location-based services to enhance the user experience and provide added value to customers.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be offline map download features in existing mapping applications or GPS devices. Another could be predictive downloading based on user behavior in other types of applications.
Unanswered Questions
How does the device determine which maps to suggest for download based on user interaction history?
The device likely analyzes the user's past routes, destinations, and frequency of use to suggest relevant maps for download. This could involve algorithms that predict the user's future mapping needs based on their behavior.
What types of supplemental maps are typically downloaded along with the suggested map?
Supplemental maps could include points of interest, traffic information, alternate routes, or additional details related to the suggested map. These maps enhance the user's overall navigation experience and provide more comprehensive information for their journey.
Original Abstract Submitted
in some embodiments, an electronic device proactively obtains and locally store map data associated with one or more portions of the route for offline use. in some embodiments, an electronic device presents one or more suggested maps for download based on a history of user interaction with the electronic device. in some embodiments, the electronic device downloads a suggested map and one or more supplemental maps associated with the suggested map.
