Apple inc. (20240370061). COMPUTER WITH KEYBOARD simplified abstract
COMPUTER WITH KEYBOARD
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Paul X. Wang of Cupertino CA (US)
Alex J. Lehmann of Sunnyvale CA (US)
Zheng Gao of Sunnyvale CA (US)
COMPUTER WITH KEYBOARD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240370061 titled 'COMPUTER WITH KEYBOARD
The abstract describes a device with a display portion housed within a display housing, a base portion pivotally coupled to the display portion, and a sensing system below an array of raised key regions on the top case.
- The device includes a display portion with a display housing and a display.
- It also has a base portion that is pivotally coupled to the display portion.
- The base portion consists of a bottom case and a top case with an array of raised key regions.
- A sensing system is located below the top case to detect input applied to the raised key regions.
Potential Applications: - This technology could be used in laptops, tablets, or other electronic devices with keyboards. - It could also be applied in gaming devices or specialized input devices.
Problems Solved: - Provides a more compact and integrated design for devices with keyboards. - Enhances user experience by improving input detection and responsiveness.
Benefits: - Streamlines the design of devices with keyboards. - Increases the accuracy and efficiency of input detection.
Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Keyboard Design for Enhanced User Experience This technology could be utilized in the development of next-generation laptops, tablets, and gaming devices, potentially appealing to consumers looking for improved input capabilities.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the sensing system detect input on the raised key regions? The sensing system below the top case is configured to detect an input applied to a raised key region of the array of raised key regions. 2. What are the potential advantages of having a base portion pivotally coupled to the display portion? The pivotal coupling allows for flexibility in the device's form factor and potentially enhances user ergonomics.
Original Abstract Submitted
a device may include a display portion that includes a display housing and a display at least partially within the display housing. the device may also include a base portion pivotally coupled to the display portion and including a bottom case, a top case coupled to the bottom case and defining an array of raised key regions, and a sensing system below the top case and configured to detect an input applied to a raised key region of the array of raised key regions.
