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Here is a summary of the patent applications from Apple Inc. on September 28th, 2023:

There were 25 patent applications total.

The applications cover a wide range of technologies including displays, batteries, wireless charging, augmented/virtual reality, machine learning, digital assistants, audio, input devices, cellular communication, IoT, and more.

Some of the notable applications are for:

• An augmented reality headset with detachable vision correction lenses that can communicate via near-field communications.
• Techniques to improve display efficiency and optical performance in OLED displays.
• A fabric-based, flexible touch sensor that could potentially be used in clothing or other textiles.
• A voice-controlled device with multiple microphones distributed around its housing.
• Methods for a digital assistant to detect when a user is engaged with another person in order to avoid interrupting.
• Avatars and stickers for use in messaging/communications applications.
• An external display that can selectively illuminate portions to improve visibility in low light conditions.
• Wireless power systems with foreign object detection.
• Techniques for cellular base stations and devices to use a power efficient downlink control framework.
• Sharing spectrum monitoring information between cellular devices.