18122543. Low-Power Salient Haptics simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)

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Low-Power Salient Haptics

Organization Name

Apple Inc.

Inventor(s)

Nicholas Y. Sakamoto of Santa Clara CA (US)

Low-Power Salient Haptics - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18122543 titled 'Low-Power Salient Haptics

Simplified Explanation: An electronic device delivers a haptic notification followed by an audio notification, maximizing the amplitude of each component within low power constraints.

Key Features and Innovation:

  • Device provides haptic waveform component at full low power headroom followed by an audio waveform component at the same power level.
  • Waveform components are perceived as occurring simultaneously, enhancing saliency of the notification.
  • Ensures maximum notification impact while staying within device's low power constraints.

Potential Applications: This technology could be applied in:

  • Wearable devices
  • Mobile phones
  • Gaming controllers

Problems Solved:

  • Maximizing notification impact within low power constraints
  • Enhancing user experience with haptic and audio notifications

Benefits:

  • Improved notification saliency
  • Enhanced user engagement
  • Efficient power usage

Commercial Applications: Potential commercial uses include:

  • Consumer electronics
  • Healthcare devices
  • Automotive technology

Prior Art: Further research can be conducted in the fields of haptics, audio notifications, and power optimization in electronic devices.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in haptic technology, audio notifications, and power-efficient device design.

Questions about the Technology: 1. How does this technology improve user experience compared to traditional notifications? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology in various devices?

1. What are the key benefits of this technology for users? 2. How does this technology impact battery life in electronic devices?


Original Abstract Submitted

An electronic device provides a haptic waveform component of a haptic notification at a full low power headroom followed by an audio waveform component of the haptic notification at the full low power headroom. In this way, the amplitude of each of the waveform components may be maximized as much as is allowed by the device's low power constraints while the proximity of the waveform components in time may still cause them to be perceived by people as provided at more or less the same time. As a result, the haptic notification may be more salient while staying within the device's low power constraints.