18389572. ELECTRONIC DEVICES WITH TEXTURED GLASS AND GLASS CERAMIC COMPONENTS simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
ELECTRONIC DEVICES WITH TEXTURED GLASS AND GLASS CERAMIC COMPONENTS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Andi M. Limarga of Cupertino CA (US)
Akanksha Agrawal of Sunnyvale CA (US)
Albert Ochagavia Tobena of Cupertino CA (US)
Jason P. Shannon of San Jose CA (US)
ELECTRONIC DEVICES WITH TEXTURED GLASS AND GLASS CERAMIC COMPONENTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18389572 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICES WITH TEXTURED GLASS AND GLASS CERAMIC COMPONENTS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes electronic devices with a textured cover member that is positioned over components of the device. Different surface regions of the textured component may have varying textures to create optical contrast, such as differences in gloss or translucency. In some cases, the cover member may have a protruding feature with differently textured surface regions compared to adjacent regions.
- Electronic devices with textured cover members
- Different surface regions of the textured component may have varying textures
- Textures may differ in gloss, translucency, or both
- Cover member may include a protruding feature with differently textured surface regions
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in:
- Consumer electronics
- Automotive displays
- Wearable devices
Problems Solved
This technology addresses:
- Enhancing visual appeal of electronic devices
- Providing optical contrast for better user experience
- Customizing the appearance of electronic devices
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Improved aesthetics of electronic devices
- Enhanced user interaction with devices
- Differentiation in the market through unique design features
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing Textured Components for Electronic Devices: Enhancing User Experience and Aesthetics
Original Abstract Submitted
Electronic devices including a textured component such as a cover member positioned over one or more components of the electronic device. Different surface regions of the textured component may be textured differently in order to provide optical contrast. For example, differently textured surface regions may differ in gloss, translucency, or both. In some cases the cover member defines a protruding feature and a surface region of the protruding feature is textured differently than an adjacent surface region.
