Abstract: A system and method for associating an audio clip with an object is provided wherein the voice-based system, such as a voicemail system, is used to record the audio clips.

Abstract: Proposed is a bracelet-type transmission/reception device comprising: a cartilage conduction vibration source provided in a portion to be attached to a wrist; a speaker; a variable directional microphone; and a control unit which sets the directivity of the variable directional microphone to the back side of a hand when the speaker is used and sets the directivity of the variable directional microphone to the palm side of the hand when the cartilage conduction vibration source is used. The bracelet-type transmission/reception device is provided together with a display means for information relating to a transmission/reception method or a handling explanation medium or advertising medium having the information relating to the transmission/reception method. An example of a method for use thereof is to conduct the vibration of the cartilage conduction vibration source to a thumb and to bring the thumb into contact with a tragus in a state where the back of the hand faces forward.

Abstract: A tablet information handling system processes information with processing components disposed in a planar housing for presentation as images at a display disposed at the upper surface of the planar housing. Support members extend at the lower surface of the planar housing to support the planar housing in an upright configuration having the housing in a first orientation or an inclined configuration having the housing in a second orientation. A cooling fan controller manages cooling airflow direction through the planar housing based upon the orientation of the planar housing to blow hot air exiting the housing in a direction away from the likely location of an end user relative to the planar housing.

Abstract: A greeting card having an audio recording and playback device permits recording of a karaoke-style song to be played upon opening of the greeting card. A user sings along with a permanently prerecorded, karaoke-style song that is played during a recording session. The recording device is operable in either a trial mode or a use mode. In the trial mode, a user-recorded song is played back initially for the potential purchaser but is not subsequently played back to be later heard by other potential purchasers. In the use mode, which the card may be switched to after purchase by removal of a trial mode panel from the greeting card, a user-recorded karaoke-style song is played upon subsequent openings of the card. During playback, the user-recorded song is played simultaneously with the prerecorded karaoke-style recording that was played during the recording session. Additional prerecorded messages, such as voice prompts with instructions, may also be included.

Abstract: A display apparatus is provided for displaying a jersey with a three-dimensional view with a vision effect of floating in mid-air in an enclosed environment. The display apparatus comprises an outer casing body, a front and a back clear screen, an inner support member, an optional desk support and an opening means. In particular, when a jersey is supported by the inner support member as provided, the support member is invisible such that it contributes to the mid-air floating visual effect. The display apparatus may further comprise components to achieve visual, audio and/or video effects controlled by sensors.

Abstract: This invention is a huggable picture frame in the form of a person or doll, with an audio playback and recording unit. The shape of the invention is preferably a human shape in a soft sculpture, with a frame capable of holding a photograph. The audio playback and recording unit is activated by at least one remote button. The audio playback and recording unit contains a microphone or other audio input device and a speaker or other audio output device. The audio playback and recording unit and power supply are enclosed within the soft sculpture with sufficient cushioning that the presence of such relatively hard objects is not easily felt while the soft sculpture is hugged or squeezed. The overall impression of the picture frame is a huggable doll, which with a selected photograph, presents a reminder of a particular person to the user of the picture frame.

Abstract: Electronic greeting cards include a greeting card with two or more interconnected panels in combination with a digital multimedia player device which includes an electronic display and an audio output, and circuitry which is operative to receive, store and play digital multimedia files and content. The various greeting card structures cover and encapsulate or otherwise house and adorn the digital multimedia player. Digital files are loaded on to the digital multimedia player by a connection to a network, or directly from a data storage device such as an SD card or USB connection or compact flash which interfaces with a port in the digital multimedia player. Pre-recorded digital multimedia greeting card content is either pre-loaded on a portable data storage device, or selected for purchase and downloaded or transferred for replay by the digital multimedia player of the electronic greeting card.

Abstract: A soft sculpture picture frame in the shape of a human or animal, with a contained audio recording and playback device. A message may be recorded on the audio recording and playback device for later playback, by pressing a recording activation means contained within part of the human shape of the picture frame. The recorded message may be played back by pressing a playback activation means contained within part of the human shape of the picture frame, preferably a different part. Picture retaining means holds a photograph of a person whose voice may be recorded on the device.

Abstract: A picture-exhibiting device with an audio system which can be used to demonstrate paintings or photos. The picture-exhibiting device with an audio system includes a frame, a picture fixed on the frame, an electret speaker positioned on the backside of the picture, a fixer disposed at a back side of the picture, a back frame fixed on the frame, a cover covering part of the back frame and the electret speaker, a post amplifier coupling the electret speaker, and an audio signal provider coupling the post amplifier.

Abstract: A combined mirror and presentation medium includes a presentation member (24) for displaying an image, a presentation body (23) inserted into the presentation member to display an image, a light-emitting unit (25) disposed on one side of the presentation member, a transparent member (21) disposed on one side of the presentation member, and a reflection member (22) deposited between the transparent member (21) and the presentation member (24); a body unit (10) for supporting the presentation medium; a speech recognition drive unit (40) installed inside the body unit (10), configured to detect speech frequencies from a user's speech signals, and driving the system; a control unit (50) installed inside the body unit (10) and configured to control the presentation medium (20) and the speech recognition drive unit (40); and a power source unit (60) for supplying power to the presentation medium, a speaker (70), and the control unit (50).

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a multi-purpose, double paneled, convertible apparatus which may be used as a protective holder and/or wall display for a diploma, certificate, photograph or the like. The apparatus may provide a safe and secure manner for receiving, holding, transporting, protecting, and/or storing, for example, the diploma, certificate, photograph or the like and further may quickly be converted to provide an attractive display for hanging the diploma, certificate, photograph or the like on a wall. The apparatus may have a first panel which may be connected to a second panel. Further, the first panel may rotate with respect to the second panel. The second panel may store the diploma, certificate, photograph or the like while the first panel may provide a cover for the diploma, certificate, photograph or the like. The second panel may have at least one strap which may secure the first panel, when rotated behind the second panel.

Abstract: A receiving module for a display device includes a receiving frame and a receiving container. The receiving frame includes a bottom part and a plurality of side parts extending from a peripheral portion of the bottom part creating a receiving space. The receiving container includes a bottom plate and a plurality of sidewalls. The bottom plate is disposed on the bottom part. Each of the sidewalls includes a first side plate extending from an edge portion of the bottom plate and coupled to a corresponding side part to face an outer surface of each of the side parts, and a second side plate bent at an upper end of the first side plate to face an outer surface of the first side plate. Thus, the strength of a display device against an external force, such as a bending stress or a twisting stress, may be improved.

Abstract: Electronic greeting cards include a greeting card with two or more interconnected panels in combination with a digital multimedia player device which includes an electronic display and an audio output, and circuitry which is operative to receive, store and play digital multimedia files and content. The various greeting card structures cover and encapsulate or otherwise house and adorn the digital multimedia player. Digital files are loaded on to the digital multimedia player by a connection to a network, or directly from a data storage device such as an SD card or USB connection or compact flash which interfaces with a port in the digital multimedia player. Pre-recorded digital multimedia greeting card content is either pre-loaded on a portable data storage device, or selected for purchase and downloaded or transferred for replay by the digital multimedia player of the electronic greeting card.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the field of mounting devices for audio and visual components, and more specifically to an apparatus for displaying associative images and maximizing their cognitive effect on a user.

Abstract: A soft sculpture picture frame in the shape of a human or animal, with a contained audio recording and playback device. A message may be recorded on the audio recording and playback device for later playback, by pressing a recording activation means contained within part of the human shape of the picture frame. The recorded message may be played back by pressing a playback activation means contained within part of the human shape of the picture frame, preferably a different part. Picture retaining means holds a photograph of a person whose voice may be recorded on the device.

Abstract: A service server comprising: a database for registering a voice message; an access information issuing device which issues access information required for inputting the voice message from a user terminal through a network; a print instructing device which sends the access information to a printer along with a given picture to cause the printer to print the access information and the picture on the same print medium; an access information input device in which access information obtained on a user terminal is inputted from the user terminal through the network on the basis of the print medium; a voice message input device in which a voice message is inputted through the network from a user terminal sending the access information; a voice message registration device which registers the voice message inputted from the user terminal sending the access information in the database in association with the access information; and a voice message output device which outputs the voice message registered in the data

Abstract: A picture frame that in addition to displaying a conventional photograph or picture, and displaying a portion of a written musical score, it also houses an octave of piano keys that when depressed activate a sound chip that plays music or sound.

Abstract: A novelty bow or ornament that is securable to a conventional gift package. The bow or ornament includes a concealed sound generator module having a battery, a tilt sensor, a data storage means, and a playback means which drives a speaker to emit prerecorded life-like sounds whenever the device is tilted more than 30° from its normally level position. Sounds may include a breaking glass, cat screaming, a dog barking, a car starting and peeling out, or the like. A power switch provides a means to extend battery life.

Abstract: A motion-detecting note holder is disclosed. Such a note holder includes a note retention member, a motion sensor, a note-waiting indicator, and a controller in communication with the motion sensor and the note-waiting indicator. The controller, upon receiving a motion-detection signal from the motion sensor, causes the note-waiting indicator to provide a human-perceptible indication that a note is in the note retention member.

Abstract: A decorative holiday picture frame cover, for use in conjunction with an existing picture frame having a front, sides, a rear, and a border defining a window at the front. The picture frame cover has a front panel, and a stretchable rear edging. The picture frame cover is fitted onto the frame by extending the rear edging behind the rear of the frame and engaging the sides of the frame with the edging, thereby causing the front panel to extend over the front of the picture frame, and to cover the window of the picture frame. The front panel has the appearance of gift wrap paper and has an attractive bow thereon so that the picture frame is given the appearance of a wrapped gift.

Abstract: An audio-visual display device for pictorial artwork is disclosed. The preferred embodiment has a universal backbox which contains a lightboard capable of lighting up any and/or all sections of a pictorial artwork placed above it, a hidden electric eye for detecting when the viewer wishes to see a snippet of an audio-visual sequence, a speaker, a memory for storing snippets of an audio sequence, and a microprocessor which receives signals from the electric eye and controls the speaker and the lightboard in accordance with an audio-visual sequence which brings to life the pictorial artwork.

Abstract: An assembly and method for providing audio/visual advertising to supplement standard print advertising is disclosed and described.

Abstract: A greeting device is adapted for presenting audio message and visual images. The record switch is pressed to activate the audio memory member. The user may direct his voice toward the microphone in order to record audio message into the audio memory member. A play switch is pressed for the user to listen to the audio message. A permanent recording function is activated to preserve the audio message without being erased and overwritten by future recordings. Finally, a photograph is inserted into a receiving pocket, so that the photograph together with the audio message constitutes audio/visual presentation of information.

Abstract: A greeting device is adapted for presenting audio message and visual images. The record switch is pressed to activate the audio memory member. The user may direct his voice toward the microphone in order to record audio message into the audio memory member. A play switch is pressed for the user to listen to the audio message. A permanent recording function is activated to preserve the audio message without being erased and overwritten by future recordings. Finally, a photograph is inserted into a receiving pocket, so that the photograph together with the audio message constitutes audio/visual presentation of information.

Abstract: An audio photograph or picture 2 made of a photograph or picture material 6 having an image area 12 for providing at least one photographic or picture image and further having an audio system 4 embedded within the photograph or picture material 6. The audio system 4 comprises a recording system for recording and storing audio information and a playback system for playing audio information. The components of the audio system 4 are made from ultra-thin, compact, and flexible materials, and these components are made paper-thin.

Abstract: A wall-hanging entertainment system for conveniently providing an entertainment system while saving space in the user's home. The wall-hanging entertainment system includes a frame member being adapted to hang upon a wall structure and having an elongate top housing, an elongate bottom housing, and elongate side housings; and also includes a plurality of speakers being securely disposed in the housings; and further includes a radio assembly being disposed in one of the elongate side housings; and also includes a CD/cassette player assembly also being disposed in one of the elongate side housings.

Abstract: An assembly and method for providing audio/visual advertising to supplement standard print advertising is disclosed and described.

Abstract: An audio photograph or picture 2 made of a photograph or picture material 6 having an image area 12 for providing at least one photographic or picture image and further having an audio system 4 embedded within the photograph or picture material 6. The audio system 4 comprises a recording system for recording and storing audio information and a playback system for playing audio information. The components of the audio system 4 are made from ultra-thin, compact, and flexible materials, and these components are made paper-thin.

Abstract: A photo album includes a CPU that records audio and control buttons located adjacent to each of a plurality of photograph-accommodating pockets on leaves of the photo album. A microphone unit is used to record audio sound bites for each photograph stored in the album and a control button is pressed to activate a playback circuit, which includes a speaker on the album, to play back the audio recorded for the selected photograph.

Abstract: A sound emitting advertising and information display device which has a roller housing which has an internal chamber. A sheet member is wound on a roller and is contained within the internal chamber. The sheet member is to be manually extendable from the housing with advertising indicia that is located on the sheet member to then be capable of being read by a human. During the time of extending of the sheet member, a sound is emitted that is to correspond with the advertising indicia. The advertising display device is to be attached to the front end of a product supporting shelf in a store.

Abstract: A frame has a front surface and a rear surface. The front surface has a first central opening for displaying a picture. The front surface has a border portion about the first opening. The front surface has a second opening in the border portion. The rear surface has a recessed cavity extending toward the front surface. The second opening communicates with the cavity. An audio unit is disposed within the cavity. The audio unit contains a memory that stores, restores and provides a stored audio stimulation. The housing has a front surface and a rear surface. The audio unit further has an input device for communicating an audio stimulation to the memory. The input device includes an input switch on the rear surface for selectively activating the input device to store the audio stimulation in the memory. The audio unit further has an output device on the front surface for selectively playing the stored audio stimulation from the memory.

Abstract: A device for bulletining posters and the like has a simple construction which eliminates the need for using a base plate, allowing individual posters and the like to be bulletined with an easy mounting operation.

Abstract: A picture frame includes a frame body having both a sound generating mechanism and a movement mechanism connected to the picture frame. In one embodiment, the movement mechanism comprises a winding member providing additional ornamentation for the picture frame. In another embodiment, the winding mechanism forms part of the support structure for the picture frame. The picture frame has a multi-dimensional sense of beauty by enabling not only an audible component but also a spatial component through movement along a space adjacent to the picture being displayed.

Abstract: A picture frame and accompanying audio message circuit is provided such that one or more desired audio messages stored in the audio message circuit associated with one or more display pictures can be played upon the touching of the pictures or the frame, or in response to a voice recognition device sensing an audio command associated with the particular audio message and/or pictures. When audio message playback is desired, a switch on the frame or under a protective cover for the picture is activated by touching, or a position sensitive device may be used to sense whether a particular position on the picture has been touched. Digital or analog information representing the desired audio message is retrieved from a memory device, which is subsequently transmitted to a speaker which produces the desired audio message perceptible to a human.

Abstract: A picture frame and accompanying audio message circuit is provided such that one or more desired audio messages stored in the audio message circuit associated with one or more display pictures can be played upon the touching of the pictures or the frame, or in response to a voice recognition device sensing an audio command associated with the particular audio message and/or pictures. When audio message playback is desired, a switch on the frame or under a protective cover for the picture is activated by touching, or a position sensitive device may be used to sense whether a particular position on the picture has been touched. Digital or analog information representing the desired audio message is retrieved from a memory device, which is subsequently transmitted to a speaker which produces the desired audio message perceptible to a human.

Abstract: A picture frame and accompanying audio message circuit is provided such that one or more desired audio messages stored in the audio message circuit associated with one or more display pictures can be played upon the touching of the pictures or the frame, or in response to a voice recognition device sensing an audio command associated with the particular audio message and/or pictures. When audio message playback is desired, a switch on the frame or under a protective cover for the picture is activated by touching, or a position sensitive device may be used to sense whether a particular position on the picture has been touched. Digital or analog information representing the desired audio message is retrieved from a memory device, which is subsequently transmitted to a speaker which produces the desired audio message perceptible to a human.

Abstract: A picture frame and accompanying audio message circuit is provided such that one or more desired audio messages stored in the audio message circuit associated with one or more display pictures can be played upon the touching of the pictures or the frame, or in response to a voice recognition device sensing an audio command associated with the particular audio message and/or pictures. When audio message playback is desired, a switch on the frame or under a protective cover for the picture is activated by touching, or a position sensitive device may be used to sense whether a particular position on the picture has been touched. Digital or analog information representing the desired audio message is retrieved from a memory device, which is subsequently transmitted to a speaker which produces the desired audio message perceptible to a human.

Abstract: Designs and manufacturing methods provide flexibility in the manufacture and assembly of the communicating card of this invention. The communicating card includes a housing into which an electronic module is inserted. The housing is configured so that it can be manufactured independently of the electronic module. The electronic module is constructed to allow programming of the communication after the module has been manufactured, before or after insertion into the housing.

Abstract: A picture frame and accompanying audio message circuit is provided such that one or more desired audio messages stored in the audio message circuit associated with one or more display pictures can be played upon the touching of the pictures or the frame, or in response to a voice recognition device sensing an audio command associated with the particular audio message and/or pictures. When audio message playback is desired, a switch on the frame or under a protective cover for the picture is activated by touching, or a position sensitive device may be used to sense whether a particular position on the picture has been touched. Digital or analog information representing the desired audio message is retrieved from a memory device, which is subsequently transmitted to a speaker which produces the desired audio message perceptible to a human.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a portable audio recording and playback system comprised of physically separate audio playback and external recording units, which are operably yet removably mateable. The audio playback unit has a power supply, audio storage, an audio playback device, an audio speaker, a first switch and a first connector all disposed in association with the playback unit housing. The first switch prompts the audio playback device to playback at least one of the audio segments stored in the audio storage. The external recording unit has a microphone, a second switch and a second connector all disposed in association with the recording unit housing. The first and second connectors are configured such that each is operably yet removably mateable to the other. The system also includes an audio recording device operably associated with the microphone and the audio storage and operably connected to the second switch toward prompting the recording device to record one of an audio segment.

Abstract: A medical identification charm bracelet including a housing for housing an electronic circuit that includes an audible output device and a visual output device that is activatable to draw attention to the I.D. bracelet and the information inscribed on the various bracelet charm attachments to notify medical personnel of various medical conditions of the wearer.

Abstract: A picture frame and accompanying audio message circuit is provided such that one or more desired audio messages stored in the audio message circuit associated with one or more display pictures can be played upon the touching of the pictures or the frame. When audio message playback is desired, a switch on the frame or under a protective cover for the picture is activated by touching. Under CPU control, digital information representing the desired audio message is retrieved from a memory device, which is subsequently converted to an analog signal and transmitted to a speaker which produces the desired audio message perceptible to a human. In other embodiments, multiple picture and multiple messages are provided such that the user can touch a particular picture, or the switch associated with that picture, and an audio message corresponding to the picture is then played through the speaker.

Abstract: A image display and audio device includes a display image and a sensor coupled to the display image for producing an output signal which varies according to the acceleration or orientation of the display image; and an audio producing structure which responds to the output signal generated by the sensor which corresponds to visual information produced on the display image.

Abstract: A display device, kit, system and method is provided which utilizes an item holder in combination with an angled frame to provide a protective, aesthetically pleasing, versatile display of one or more items such as trading cards, sports cards, racing cards, photographs, greeting cards, prints, and the like. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment, the display device includes a substantially rectangular, transparent, trading card holder attached to the back surface of an angled frame, a primary mat adapted to be placed adjacent one surface of the frame and to serve as a mat in association with the front of the trading card being viewed through the frame, and a secondary mat adapted to be placed adjacent one surface of the item holder and to serve as a mat in association with the back side of the trading card being viewed through the item holder. In accordance with another example, the display device further includes a sound emitting device attached to the frame.

Abstract: A picture frame and accompany audio message circuit is provided such that one or more desired audio messages stored in audio message circuit associated with one or more display pictures can be played upon the touching of the pictures or the frame, or in response to a speech recognition device sensing an audio command associated with the particular audio message and/or pictures. When audio message playback is desired, a switch on the frame or under a protective cover for the picture is activated by touching, or a position sensitive device may be used to sense whether a particular position on the picture has been touched. Digital or analog information representing the desired audio message is retrieved from a memory device, which is subsequently transmitted to a speaker which produces the desired audio message perceptible to a human.

Abstract: An talking poster is disclosed. A sound module is attached to the back of the poster. The sound module includes a speaker, which is preferably covered by a speaker cover. A portion of the poster is folded over and sealed to the back of the poster, concealing the sound module. A method of making the poster is also disclosed.

Abstract: An article of manufacture having voice-recording and recorded voice-playback mechanisms having a cube external shape, which is disguised as a household decorative fixture, e.g. a photograph holder, and internally bounding an echo chamber, e.g. a volume of at least 60 cubic inches, such that there is sufficient clarity in the played back recording due to the use of the echo chamber to enable recognition of the voice, to thereby add to the gift value of the article of manufacture.

Abstract: A collectible article provides a multimedia representation of a desired subject. Such multimedia representation will include a visual representation of the subject appearing on at least a portion of the article. In addition to such visual media, an audible sound segment, reproducible and selectively activated as desired by an activation switch. The article is advantageously of compact, card-like format, and can be user personalized by permitting the recording, and selective playback, of a sound segment corresponding to the visually depicted image appearing on a portion thereof. The article may optionally include a space reserved for receiving an autograph. By carrying the article to places where there may be a likelihood of encountering the depicted celebrity, the owner will have same at hand for personalization by the figure.

Abstract: A picture frame system is provided. The picture frame system includes a housing in a rectangular configuration having an upper edge, a lower edge and parallel side edges therebetween. The housing has a front face and a rear face. A rectangular opening is formed in an upper extent of the front face thereof with a slit formed in one of the side edges adjacent to the front face and in alignment with the rectangular opening. A viewing screen is formed in the front face of the housing adjacent to the upper edge of the housing. Further provided is a photograph having a thin rectangular configuration and an area slightly larger than that of the rectangular opening. The photograph adapted to be removably situated within the slit such that the photograph resides between the rectangular opening and the viewing screen. A receptacle for receiving, storing, moving and playing an information storage media is provided.

Abstract: An improved talking poster is disclosed. The present invention involves an improved speaker enclosure for a talking poster. The speaker enclosure includes an inner circle in which the speaker is located. It also includes an outer circle which, in conjunction with the inner circle, forms a chamber providing increased sound volume and quality for the talking poster. An improved method for making a talking poster is also disclosed. The method involves inverse printing the art work on the back of the module cover to protect it from scratching and wear.