Apple inc. (20240292151). DISTRIBUTED AUDIO PROCESSING FOR AUDIO DEVICES simplified abstract
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DISTRIBUTED AUDIO PROCESSING FOR AUDIO DEVICES
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Inventor(s)
Sorin V. Dusan of San Jose CA (US)
Andreas Koutrouvelis of Los Gatos CA (US)
Sungyub D. Yoo of Dublin CA (US)
Sarthak Khanal of San Jose CA (US)
Tony S. Verma of San Francisco CA (US)
DISTRIBUTED AUDIO PROCESSING FOR AUDIO DEVICES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240292151 titled 'DISTRIBUTED AUDIO PROCESSING FOR AUDIO DEVICES
Abstract: Implementations of the subject technology provide systems and methods for providing distributed audio processing for audio devices. Distributed audio processing may include encoding signals from multiple microphones and/or sensors, such as at a headphone or an earbud, and decoding and processing the signals on host, source, or companion device. Distributed audio processing may also include deactivating one or more digital signal processors and/or neural networks based on an operational mode of an audio device or based on a processing capability of a companion device.
- Simplified Explanation:
The technology described in the patent application involves systems and methods for distributed audio processing in audio devices, including encoding signals from multiple microphones and sensors, decoding and processing these signals on various devices, and deactivating processors based on operational modes or processing capabilities.
- Key Features and Innovation:
- Encoding signals from multiple microphones and sensors - Decoding and processing signals on host, source, or companion devices - Deactivating digital signal processors and neural networks based on operational modes or processing capabilities
- Potential Applications:
- Audio devices such as headphones and earbuds - Smart speakers and other IoT devices - Communication devices for improved audio quality
- Problems Solved:
- Efficient processing of audio signals from multiple sources - Adaptive processing based on device capabilities - Enhanced audio quality and user experience
- Benefits:
- Improved audio processing performance - Enhanced user experience with audio devices - Adaptive processing for different operational modes
- Commercial Applications:
"Distributed Audio Processing Technology: Enhancing Audio Quality in Headphones and IoT Devices" This technology can be applied to headphones, earbuds, smart speakers, and other audio devices to improve audio quality and user experience. It has implications for the consumer electronics market, particularly in the audio technology sector.
- Questions about Distributed Audio Processing:
1. How does distributed audio processing improve the performance of audio devices? - Distributed audio processing enhances audio quality by efficiently encoding and decoding signals from multiple sources, leading to a better user experience.
2. What are the potential challenges in implementing distributed audio processing in various devices? - Implementing distributed audio processing may require compatibility with different devices and operational modes, as well as optimizing processing capabilities for each device.
Original Abstract Submitted
implementations of the subject technology provide systems and methods for providing distributed audio processing for audio devices. distributed audio processing may include encoding signals from multiple microphones and/or sensors, such as at a headphone or an earbud, and decoding and processing the signals on host, source, or companion device. distributed audio processing may also include deactivating one or more digital signal processors and/or neural networks based on an operational mode of an audio device or based on a processing capability of a companion device.
