Apple inc. (20240283669). Avatar Spatial Modes simplified abstract
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Avatar Spatial Modes
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Inventor(s)
Connor A. Smith of San Mateo CA (US)
Bruno M. Sommer of Sunnyvale CA (US)
Jonathan R. Dascola of San Francisco CA (US)
Nicholas W. Henderson of San Carlos CA (US)
Timofey Grechkin of Sunnyvale CA (US)
Avatar Spatial Modes - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240283669 titled 'Avatar Spatial Modes
The abstract of the patent application describes techniques for displaying avatars in a multiuser communication session using various spatial modes. One technique involves retargeting the attention direction of avatars to match the intent of the remote user. Another technique includes a pinned mode where the spatial relationship between avatars remains consistent relative to a local user. Additionally, user-selectable presentation modes allow for room scale or stationary modes in the communication session.
- Avatars can have their attention direction retargeted to match the intent of remote users.
- A pinned mode maintains a consistent spatial relationship between avatars and a local user.
- User-selectable presentation modes offer flexibility between room scale and stationary modes.
Potential Applications: - Virtual reality communication platforms - Online gaming environments - Collaborative workspaces
Problems Solved: - Enhancing user interaction in multiuser communication sessions - Improving the visual representation of avatars in virtual environments
Benefits: - Increased immersion and engagement for users - Enhanced communication and collaboration in virtual settings
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Avatar Display Technology for Virtual Communication Platforms This technology can be utilized in virtual reality applications, online gaming platforms, and remote collaboration tools to improve user experiences and interactions. The market implications include increased demand for immersive communication solutions and enhanced virtual environments for various industries.
Questions about Avatar Display Technology: 1. How does retargeting the attention direction of avatars improve user engagement in virtual communication sessions? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing user-selectable presentation modes for avatars in multiuser environments?
Original Abstract Submitted
avatars may be displayed in a multiuser communication session using various spatial modes. one technique for presenting avatars includes presenting avatars such that an attention direction of the avatar is retargeted to match the intent of the remote user corresponding to the avatar. another technique for presenting avatars includes a pinned mode in which a spatial relationship between one or more avatars remains displayed in a consistent spatial relationship to a local user regardless of movements of the local user. another technique for presenting avatars includes providing user-selectable presentation modes between a room scale mode and a stationary mode for presenting a representation of a multiuser communication session.
