Location Systems for Electronic Device Interactions with Environment

Organization Name

apple inc.

Inventor(s)

Adam S. Meyer of Cupertino CA (US)

Peter C. Tsoi of San Mateo CA (US)

Duncan Robert Kerr of San Francisco CA (US)

Martha Evans Hankey of San Francisco CA (US)

John B. Morrell of Los Gatos CA (US)

James H. Foster of Oxford (GB)

Location Systems for Electronic Device Interactions with Environment - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240196083 titled 'Location Systems for Electronic Device Interactions with Environment

Simplified Explanation

An electronic device with control circuitry, wireless transceiver circuitry, and a display can provide information to a user when pointed at a specific object. The device determines when it is pointed at an object using wireless control and motion sensor circuitry, and then takes appropriate action, such as displaying information about the object or virtual objects.

Control circuitry, wireless transceiver circuitry, and a display are integrated into the electronic device.
The device can detect when it is pointed at a particular object using wireless control and motion sensor circuitry.
Upon detecting the object, the device can display relevant information or virtual objects.
The device can also display control icons for electronic equipment when pointed at them.

Potential Applications

This technology can be used in various fields such as education, tourism, retail, and gaming. It can enhance user experience by providing real-time information about objects or virtual objects when pointed at them.

Problems Solved

This technology addresses the need for quick access to information about objects or equipment without the need for manual input. It simplifies the process of obtaining relevant information by simply pointing the device at the object.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include improved user experience, convenience, and efficiency in accessing information. It can also enhance interactive experiences in various applications.

Commercial Applications

Retail: Enhancing product information and interactive displays.
Tourism: Providing real-time information about landmarks and attractions.
Education: Interactive learning experiences with virtual objects.
Gaming: Augmented reality gaming experiences.

Prior Art

There is prior art related to augmented reality technologies and object recognition systems that can be explored for further research.

Frequently Updated Research

Research on augmented reality, object recognition, and interactive display technologies is frequently updated and relevant to this innovation.

Questions about the Technology

How does the device determine when it is pointed at a specific object?

The device uses wireless control and motion sensor circuitry to detect when it is pointed at a particular object, allowing it to take appropriate action.

What are some potential commercial uses of this technology?

Potential commercial applications include retail displays, tourism information systems, educational tools, and augmented reality gaming experiences.

Original Abstract Submitted

an electronic device may be provided with control circuitry, wireless transceiver circuitry, and a display. the electronic device may be used to provide information to a user in response to being pointed at a particular object. the control circuitry may determine when the electronic device is pointed at a particular object using wireless control circuitry and/or motion sensor circuitry. in response to determining that the electronic device is pointed at a particular object, the control circuitry may take suitable action. this may include, for example, displaying information about an object when the electronic device is pointed at the object, displaying control icons for electronic equipment when the electronic device is pointed at the electronic equipment, and/or displaying a virtual object when the electronic device is pointed at real world object.