Apple inc. (20240259721). WIRELESS EARPHONE simplified abstract

WIRELESS EARPHONE

Organization Name

apple inc.

Inventor(s)

Zachary C. Rich of San Francisco CA (US)

Kurt R. Stiehl of San Jose CA (US)

Arun D. Chawan of San Francisco CA (US)

Michael B. Howes of Mountain View CA (US)

Jonathan S. Aase of Rochester MI (US)

Esge B. Andersen of Campbell CA (US)

Yacine Azmi of San Francisco CA (US)

Jahan C. Minoo of San Jose CA (US)

David J. Shaw of San Diego CA (US)

Aarti Kumar of San Jose CA (US)

Augustin Prats of San Francisco CA (US)

Robert D. Watson of Menlo Park CA (US)

Baptiste P. Paquier of Saratoga CA (US)

Axel D. Berny of San Francisco CA (US)

Benjamin W. Cook of San Francisco CA (US)

Jerzy S. Guterman of Sunnyvale CA (US)

Benjamin Adair Cousins of Burlington CA (US)

WIRELESS EARPHONE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240259721 titled 'WIRELESS EARPHONE

The patent application describes a housing with a bud portion abutting an elongated stem portion, designed to fit within an ear. The bud portion has a primary sound outlet at its far end for insertion into an outer ear canal, and it abuts the stem portion at its near end. Inside the bud portion is a speaker driver, and the housing contains electronic circuitry with a wireless communications interface to receive audio content wirelessly and provide an audio signal to the speaker driver in response. A rechargeable battery in the stem portion cavity powers the electronic circuitry.

• Bud portion fits within an ear and has a primary sound outlet for the outer ear canal.
• Speaker driver is located inside the bud portion.
• Electronic circuitry includes a wireless communications interface for receiving audio content wirelessly.
• Rechargeable battery in the stem portion cavity powers the electronic circuitry.
• Stem portion abuts the bud portion and houses the battery.

Potential Applications: - Personal audio devices - Communication devices - Assistive listening devices

Problems Solved: - Providing a comfortable and secure fit for audio devices in the ear - Wireless reception of audio content for on-the-go listening

Benefits: - Hands-free listening experience - Portable and convenient design - Long-lasting battery for extended use

Commercial Applications: Title: Wireless Earbud Technology for Enhanced Listening Experience This technology can be used in the development of wireless earbuds for consumer electronics, communication devices, and assistive listening devices, catering to a wide range of users who require hands-free audio solutions.

Questions about Wireless Earbud Technology: 1. How does the wireless communications interface enhance the user experience of these earbuds? The wireless communications interface allows users to receive audio content wirelessly, providing a seamless and convenient listening experience without the need for wired connections.

2. What sets these wireless earbuds apart from traditional wired earphones? These wireless earbuds offer a more flexible and portable listening solution, allowing users to move freely without being tethered to a device by wires.

Original Abstract Submitted

a housing has a bud portion abutting an elongated stem portion. the bud portion is to fit within an ear. the bud portion has a primary sound outlet at its far end that is to be inserted into an outer ear canal, and abuts the stem portion at its near end. a speaker driver is inside the bud portion. electronic circuitry inside the housing includes a wireless communications interface to receive audio content over-the-air and in response provides an audio signal to the speaker driver. a rechargeable battery as a power source for the electronic circuitry is located inside a cavity of the stem portion. other embodiments are also described and claimed.