Apple inc. (20240272782). METHODS FOR INTERACTING WITH USER INTERFACES BASED ON ATTENTION simplified abstract

METHODS FOR INTERACTING WITH USER INTERFACES BASED ON ATTENTION

Organization Name

apple inc.

Inventor(s)

Israel Pastrana Vicente of Spring TX (US)

Evgenii Krivoruchko of San Francisco CA (US)

Danielle M. Price of Los Gatos CA (US)

Jonathan R. Dascola of San Francisco CA (US)

Kristi E. Bauerly of Los Altos CA (US)

Marcos Alonso of Oakland CA (US)

Hugo D. Verweij of Portola Valley CA (US)

Lorena S. Pazmino of San Francisco CA (US)

Jonathan Ravasz of Sunnyvale CA (US)

Zoey C. Taylor of Saratoga CA (US)

Miquel Estany Rodriguez of San Francisco CA (US)

James J. Owen of San Francisco CA (US)

METHODS FOR INTERACTING WITH USER INTERFACES BASED ON ATTENTION - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240272782 titled 'METHODS FOR INTERACTING WITH USER INTERFACES BASED ON ATTENTION

The abstract of this patent application describes a system where a gaze virtual object is displayed and selectable based on the user's attention, allowing for operations to be performed on other virtual objects. The system also includes features such as displaying an indication of user attention, adjusting slider elements based on user attention, moving user interface elements based on user attention, entering text via speech inputs, updating values based on user attention, facilitating touch interactions for moving virtual objects, and displaying visual indicators for selecting virtual objects.

• Gaze virtual object displayed and selectable based on user attention
• Indication of user attention displayed
• Slider elements adjusted based on user attention
• User interface elements moved based on user attention
• Text entered via speech inputs
• Values updated based on user attention
• Touch interactions facilitated for moving virtual objects
• Visual indicators displayed for selecting virtual objects

Potential Applications: - Virtual reality systems - User interface design - Human-computer interaction research

Problems Solved: - Enhancing user interaction with virtual objects - Improving user experience in virtual environments

Benefits: - Increased user engagement - More intuitive user interfaces - Enhanced user control in virtual environments

Commercial Applications: Title: "Enhancing User Interaction in Virtual Environments" This technology could be used in virtual reality gaming, training simulations, and interactive design applications. It has the potential to revolutionize the way users interact with virtual objects and environments, leading to more immersive and engaging experiences.

Prior Art: Prior research in human-computer interaction and virtual reality systems may provide insights into similar technologies or approaches to enhancing user interaction in virtual environments.

Frequently Updated Research: Researchers in the fields of virtual reality, human-computer interaction, and user interface design are constantly exploring new ways to improve user interactions with virtual objects and environments. Stay updated on the latest advancements in these areas to leverage the full potential of this technology.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the system determine user attention to select virtual objects? 2. What are the potential limitations of using gaze-based interactions in virtual environments?

Original Abstract Submitted

a gaze virtual object is displayed that is selectable based on attention directed to the gaze virtual object to perform an operation associated with a selectable virtual object. an indication of attention of a user is displayed. an enlarged view of a region of a user interface is displayed. a value of a slider element is adjusted based on attention of a user. a user interface element is moved at a respective rate based on attention of a user. text is entered into a text entry field in response to speech inputs. a value for a value selection user interface object is updated based on attention of a user. movement of a virtual object is facilitated based on direct touch interactions. a user input is facilitated for displaying a selection refinement user interface object. a visual indicator is displayed indicating progress toward selecting a virtual object when criteria are met.