Abstract: A notification apparatus and system are provided for a lost mobile device. After a notification is provided to indicate that a mobile device is still in an autonomous vehicle after arrival at a destination, user input is received for causing the autonomous vehicle to move toward, or remain within a predetermined distance from, a location of a user using a camera of the autonomous vehicle.

Abstract: According to an example aspect of the present invention, there is provided an apparatus comprising at least one processing core, at least one memory including computer program code, the at least one memory and the computer program code being configured to, with the at least one processing core, cause the apparatus at least to provide to a storage entity information relating to pairing an accessory with the apparatus, and determine an event and at least partly responsive to the event, notify the storage entity, the apparatus and/or the accessory of the event.

Abstract: An electronic device can include a housing at least partially defining an internal volume and an exterior surface of the electronic device. The electronic device can also include a display assembly including a display layer, a substrate disposed below the display layer, and a substantially continuous sheet of conductive material disposed on the substrate, the sheet of conductive material covering substantially an entire surface of the substrate. A transparent cover can overlie the display assembly and can be affixed to the housing.

Abstract: Technologies for monitoring a health-risk condition of a user include a virtual reality compute device having one or more near infrared (NIR) sensors. The virtual reality compute device presents a virtual reality (VR) presentation to the user. The virtual reality compute device produces sensor data through the one or more NIR sensors that is indicative of a heart rate of the user and a blood pressure of the user while the VR presentation is presented to the user. The virtual reality compute device determines whether the user is in a health-risk condition based on a comparison of the heart rate of the user to a heart rate safety threshold and a comparison of the blood pressure of the user to a blood pressure safety threshold. The virtual reality compute device performs a health-risk condition response in response to a determination that the user is in the health-risk condition.

Abstract: An adaptive support accessory for providing improved handling, positioning, mounting, and adapting of a mobile device is disclosed. The accessory includes a base attachable to a mobile device and a cap rotationally coupled to the base. The base includes an annular base protrusion centered about an axis of rotation. The cap includes an annular cap protrusion centered about the axis of rotation and disposed adjacent to the annular base protrusion. An aperture formed in the center of the accessory and defining an interior perimetric face provides an engagement feature configured for engaging one or more of a user's fingers, a plug, a mount, and a mounting structure. One or more supports attached to the cap may be configured to engage one or more of a user's fingers, a mount, and a mounting structure. One or more detachably attachable plugs provide additional mounting, adapting, and augmenting the accessory.

Abstract: A location of a transaction or payment request is compared with a location of a user device to determine whether the distance is great enough to send an alert for a possible fraudulent transaction. The user device location may be predicted based on a last known location and information about the area of the last known location and movement of the user device.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices for wireless communications are described. Generally, the described techniques provide for initiating, at a first wireless audio device, a handover interval including one or more extended synchronous connection-oriented (eSCO) windows, buffering a set of one or more audio (e.g., microphone) data packets during the handover interval, discarding at least a portion of the set of one or more audio data packets during the handover interval, receiving a handover indication from a second wireless audio device during an extended retransmission portion of a first eSCO window of the handover interval, and transmitting one or more audio data packets during a second eSCO window that is subsequent to the handover interval.

Abstract: A wearable device, such as a ring, is used to be worn on at least one part of a human body. A wearable device includes a body having a bottom surface and a top surface, an opening defined between the top surface and the bottom surface. The opening is used to receive therethrough and hold the at least one part of the human body, such as a finger or a penis. A pocket is defined in the body between the opening and the top surface for holding the camera presenting an activation button to turn on and turn off the camera. The body includes a slot defined in the top surface of the body and extending to the pocket to receive the activation button extending through the slot as the camera is disposed in the pocket to turn off or turn on the camera as the body is worn on the penis or the finger.

Abstract: A universal grip band assembly for a mobile communication device is provided to prevent the user of the mobile communication device from dropping the mobile communication device. The assembly includes a backing plate which is adhesively secured to the back side of the mobile communication device. A flexible and rectangular-shaped band is selectively removably secured to the backing plate which enables the user to insert his or her fingers between the flexible band and the backing plate to securely grip the mobile communication device. The flexible band may be disconnected from the backing plate so that the band may be replaced upon being worn out or may be replaced with different bands having different colors.

Abstract: Various techniques for performing automated detection and control of audio-based conditions for headsets and like wearable audio devices are disclosed herein. In an example, an audio headset device includes at least one sensor to collect sensor data and processing circuitry to detect an applicable audio control condition, based on the sensor data, to cause control of the audio to be output from the headset device. Also in an example, a computing device includes an audio control processing component to receive and process sensor data collected from a headset audio device and identify a control action in a software application, to cause control of audio to be output to the headset. Further examples to enable simplified, dynamic audio controls for the operation of a headset device and a connected computing device are also disclosed.

Abstract: Methods, systems and devices are provided for motion-activated display of messages on an activity monitoring device. In one embodiment, method for presenting a message on an activity monitoring device is provided, including the following method operations: storing a plurality of messages to the device; detecting a stationary state of the device; detecting a movement of the device from the stationary state; in response to detecting the movement from the stationary state, selecting one of a plurality of messages, and displaying the selected message on the device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a smart mobile phone shell. The smart mobile phone shell includes a shell body, a fixing component, a rotating component and a support ring. The invention has the effects of easy disassembly and safe use while safely protecting mobile phone.

Abstract: The subject matter of this specification can be embodied in, among other things, a mobile device accessory that includes a first housing defining a first attachment surface that is configured to adhere to another surface, a user input mechanism configured to activate in response to input by a user of the mobile device, and circuitry configured to activate in response to activation of the user input mechanism, wherein activation of the circuitry (i) causes an audible alarm to be emitted by the mobile device, or (ii) causes a software application to be executed on a mobile device, or (iii) both.

Abstract: The polygonally-shaped finger grip for a portable electronic device is a mechanical structure. The polygonally-shaped finger grip for a portable electronic device is configured for use with a personal data device. The polygonally-shaped finger grip for a portable electronic device is adapted to attach to a finger of a client. The polygonally-shaped finger grip for a portable electronic device attaches the personal data device to the finger of the client such that the client does not have to grasp the personal data device. The polygonally-shaped finger grip for a portable electronic device is a rotating structure. The rotating structure allows a client to change the orientation of the personal data device between a landscape orientation and a portrait orientation while wearing the polygonally-shaped finger grip for a portable electronic device. The polygonally-shaped finger grip for a portable electronic device comprises a PDD grip and the personal data device.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mobile terminal comprising: a terminal body formed to have a first direction as a length direction; a circuit board arranged inside the terminal body and extending along the first direction; first and second batteries arranged inside the terminal body are so as to be spaced apart from each other with the circuit board disposed therebetween; first and second vibration modules arranged so as to be adjacent to both ends of the circuit board; and a control unit for independently controlling the first and second vibration modules.

Abstract: A mobile electronic communications device performs millimeter wave antenna management for one of a plurality of mm-wave antennas by determining via a sensor array whether a human presence exists at the one of the mm-wave antennas and determining whether one or more others of the plurality of mm-wave antennas on the device are in use, or enabled. The mm-wave antenna of in question is managed by selectively enabling or disabling it based on the above determination.

Abstract: A mobile phone holder for automatically holding or releasing a mobile phone by a pair of grasping arms to allow a user to attach or detach a mobile phone to the mobile phone holder by one-handed operation. The mobile phone holder includes a housing, a holder base, a left robotic arm stretching and extending from the left side of the housing, a right robotic arm stretching and extending from the right side of the housing, and a gear rack and pinion mechanism in the housing for driving the left and right grip arms to move in opposite directions or to synchronize in backward movement. The mobile phone holder further includes a main control circuit board on the main body, a main controller disposed on the main control circuit board, and an a pushbutton automatic reset travel switch assembly protruding from the front of the housing for detecting the phone.

Abstract: A mobile electronic communications device performs millimeter wave antenna management for a plurality of mm-wave antennas based on whether a human presence exists within a sense distance of at least one of the mm-wave antennas and whether one or more other mm-wave antennas on the device are in use, or enabled. For a given antenna, the human presence may be detected thermally, but with different confidence levels applied depending upon the state of the other mm-wave antennas on the device.

Abstract: A wearable article, system, and methods may include a structure configured to enclose a human body part. A first antenna, positioned with respect to the structure, is tuned to communicate, while the wearable article is being worn, according to a first wireless communication modality with a first external antenna. A second antenna, positioned with respect to the structure, is tuned to communicate according to a second wireless communication modality with a second external antenna different than the first external antenna, the second communication modality being different than the first communication modality. A transceiver, coupled to at least one of the first antenna and the second antenna, is configured to communicate via one of the first and second antennas based, at least in part, on the one of the first and second antennas coming into wireless communication contact with a corresponding one of the first and second external antennas.

Abstract: A technology is described for determining a position of a HBC (Human Body Channel) sensor. An example method may include receiving signal data for a radio signal from a first transmitting HBC sensor transmitted over a human body channel. A signal loss of the radio signal can be calculated using the signal data received from the first transmitting HBC sensor, where the signal loss may be a function of distance of the first transmitting HBC sensor from a receiver. A distance of the first transmitting HBC sensor from the receiver can then be determined based in part on the signal loss and a relative position of the first transmitting HBC sensor can be identified based in part on the distance between the first transmitting HBC sensor and the receiver.

Abstract: Provided is a human body communication system including a master device configured to output a first signal based on a first data signal and a signal having a pattern in which a waveform of a first carrier wave and a waveform of a second carrier wave are repeated; and a slave device configured to receive the first signal to determine a carrier wave having a low level of attenuation among the first carrier wave and the second carrier wave, and output a second signal based on the determined carrier wave and a second data signal.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are provided for providing adaptive user notifications. A method may include detecting an event. The method may further include determining usage of one or more connected apparatuses. The method may also include determining, based on the determined usage, a notification method for notifying of the event. The method may additionally include generating an event notification message based on the determined notification method. The method may further include causing the event notification message to be sent to a connected apparatus to trigger the connected apparatus to provide an alert indicative of the event in accordance with the determined notification method. Corresponding apparatuses are also provided.

Abstract: A system for performing non-invasive networked medical procedures including a number of in vivo medical devices, a communication path between at least two of the devices, an ex vivo control unit to control the behavior of the devices, and a wireless communication path between the control unit and at least one of the devices. An associated method for performing non-invasive networked medical procedures is also provided. Further included is a simulation method that utilizes accurate electromagnetic field simulations, using a software based test bench, to determine the maximum allowable transmitted power levels from in vivo devices to achieve a required bit error rates (BER) at an in vivo or ex vivo node (receiver) while maintaining the specific absorption rate (SAR) under a required threshold.

Abstract: A modular speaker system, comprising an exoskeleton, configured to mechanically support and quick attach and release at least one functional panel and an electrical interface provided within the exoskeleton, configured to mate with a corresponding electrical connector of the functional panel. An optional endoskeleton is provided to support internal components. The system preferably provides a digital electronic controller, and the electrical interface is a digital data and power bus, with multiplexed communications between the elements of the system. The elements of the system preferably include at least one speaker, and other audiovisual and communications components. Multiple modules may be interconnected, communicating through the electrical interface. A base module may be provided to provide power and typical control, user and audiovisual interface connectors.

Abstract: A holder for an electronic device includes a body, a first receptacle, and a second receptacle. The body includes a surface, a first end portion, a second end portion, a medial portion, and an attachment mechanism configured for attaching the body to a wearable band. The attachment mechanism includes one or more deformable attachment protrusions configured for insertion into one or more corresponding attachment apertures of the wearable band. The first and second receptacles are each configured for removably retaining the electronic device to the body. The first and second receptacles each define a respective cavity bounded by a stretchable opening. Each opening is configured to receive and retain a respective end of the electronic device as well as ends of other electronic devices having a range of sizes.

Abstract: A unified proximity sensor including multiple physically separated radio antenna structure for mobile electronic devices that senses proximity of a person to the antennae. Changes in capacitances of the antennae are detected based on a low frequency signal output by a single capacitance sensor. As a human body approaches any of the antennae, this capacitance increases. Based on the increase in capacitance, the transmission powers of radio signals emitted by the antennae are reduced.

Abstract: A mobile communication device that comprises a fashion accessory and a signaling assembly is provided. The signaling assembly may be configured to provide sensory stimuli such as a flashing LED light and a vibration. These stimuli may vary depending on the signal received from a remote communication device or from gestures made by a user or from information stored in the mobile communication device.

Abstract: A wireless extension device to end-user wireless device has a collar that is worn around the neck. The collar has two end-members that are positioned on the two collarbone areas next to the neck. The end-members have positioned directional speakers therein that radiate sound in the direction of two ears of the human wearing the collar around the neck. The end-members have positioned microphones that pick up voice commands of a human wearing the collar around the neck. The wireless collar extension device is used for hands free communication with end-user wireless device, without having to plug a prior art BLUETOOTH earpiece into one of the ears. The collar using voice commands can control operational mode of the end-user device pertaining to communications, music, computations, record, send and enter data and images.

Abstract: A watch worn by a user for interfacing with or integrated with a mobile communication device. The mobile communication device provides wireless communications with other communications devices. The watch also includes an electronics module integrated into the watch. The electronics module includes an interface for interfacing with the mobile communication device integrated into the watch. The user interfaces with the electronic module to perform operations upon the mobile communication device. In addition, the watch includes a mechanism for directing sound to the user's ear for private calling. The watch may also come with one or more pivotable bezel or a keyboard on a strap of the watch to increase the size of the user input.

Abstract: Decision support information is exchanged over a secure wireless network among mobile computing devices, and also optionally a central command computer. Each of the mobile computing devices has one or more sensors connected and interfaced to it. Output data from the sensor(s) can be sent over the network to one or more other devices on the network. A command for a sensor also can be sent over the network to cause the sensor to take some action such as turning on or turning off. The mobile computing devices on the network automatically share plug-in software components needed by any of the devices to view transmitted sensor output data and/or act on sensor commands.

Abstract: A body for a mobile device shaped like a sleeve is closed on all but one side and configured to receive an internal body including electronic components through the open side.

Abstract: A watch worn by a user for interfacing with a mobile communication device. The watch includes an electronic display worn by user. The electronic display includes an interface for wirelessly interfacing with a mobile communication device carried by the user. The user interfaces with the electronic display to perform operations upon the mobile communication device. The watch also includes a mechanism to wirelessly establishing a voice channel with the mobile communication device for performing operations upon the mobile communication device. Additionally, the watch includes a mechanism for projecting directional sound to the user.

Abstract: Discussed are a smart watch and a control method for the same, which provide a notification indicating events, which are scheduled to occur later on the basis of a take-off time, if the smart watch is taken off. The smart watch includes a display unit to display content, a communication unit to perform transmission/reception of data, and a sensor unit to detect an input signal with regard to the smart watch and transmit the signal to a processor that serves to control the aforementioned units. The processor detects a take-off signal, indicating separation of the smart watch from a user, in a worn mode, to switch the smart watch to an unworn mode in response to the detected take-off signal, and provides a notification indicating at least one event that is scheduled to occur after detecting the take-off signal in the unworn mode.

Abstract: Disclosed is a disinfecting docking station for at least one portable electronic device, such as a medical technician's tablet computer, that has at least one recharging connector. An enclosure is adapted to receive the at least one portable electronic device therein through an openable side that includes a selectively closable door. Each electronic device is exposed to a disinfecting wavelength of light, such as UV light, to disinfect the surface of the device. The enclosure includes supports that minimally contact each device so that the device will be substantially exposed to the UV light. A control circuit monitors the exposure time and level, and is programmable to activate the UV light based on pre-set criteria. The enclosures may be stacked and provide power and network connectivity to each device while docked therein.

Abstract: The invention relates to a portable security device (SIM) for authenticating a user (USR) of a communication device (MP1, MP2) to a server (SRV), the portable security device (SIM) comprising means for configuring said communication device (MP1, MP2). The portable security device (SIM) further comprises means for filtering the configuration of a first communication device (MP1), creating a backup of the filtered configuration of the communication device (MP1), detecting that the user (USR) changed a first communication device (MP1) for a second communication device (MP2), filtering the backup of the filtered configuration, and restoring the filtered backup of the filtered configuration of the first communication device (MP1) on the second communication device (MP2).

Abstract: A mounting system for attaching a mobile device having a mobile device camera and an interface to sports equipment during use of such sports equipment. The mounting system includes a cradle adapted to retain the mobile device without obstructing operation of the mobile device camera or interfering with access to the interface. A pivoting joint attaches the cradle to an extension arm that permits the cradle to be moved in pitch, yaw, and roll relative to the extension arm. One or more mounting structures are provided to pivotally attach the extension arm to the sports equipment so that the interface is oriented toward and accessible by a user of the sports equipment, and the mobile device camera is oriented to capture user's perspective during use of the sports equipment. At least one sport-specific software application is loaded on the mobile device.

Abstract: A mobile terminal and manufacture of same are provided. The mobile terminal includes: an antenna; a first case at which the antenna is disposed; a second case coupled to the first case; a main PCB disposed at one side of the second case; and a sub-PCB disposed at an opposite side of the second case, the sub-PCB being connected to the main PCB through a cable, wherein the sub-PCB is electrically coupled with the antenna when the first case and the second case are coupled together.

Abstract: A system for performing non-invasive networked medical procedures including a number of in vivo medical devices, a communication path between at least two of the devices, an ex vivo control unit to control the behavior of the devices, and a wireless communication path between the control unit and at least one of the devices. An associated method for performing non-invasive networked medical procedures is also provided. Further included is a simulation method that utilizes accurate electromagnetic field simulations, using a software based test bench, to determine the maximum allowable transmitted power levels from in vivo devices to achieve a required bit error rates (BER) at an in vivo or ex vivo node (receiver) while maintaining the specific absorption rate (SAR) under a required threshold.

Abstract: A cell phone case held by a user's finger(s) or propped up on a flat surface includes body that engages the cell phone, the body having a moveable strap allowing changes in cell phone orientation relative to the user's hand. The back panel also includes a cover which may be closed over the strap. When open, the cover can prop up the cell phone on the flat surface. The cover is capable of rotational movement for changing the orientation cell phone relative to the flat surface. This allows the user to prop up the cell phone in landscape or portrait orientation. In one embodiment; the body includes a cut-out to accommodate the cover with a ring for rotating it and a hinge between the ring and the cover for articulating the cover between a closed and open position.

Abstract: A wearable computer system that provides for convenient and efficient use of all fingers while the user is standing, reclining or using hands intermittently for other tasks. The central unit hangs from a neck strap and communicates with a head mounted display. The central unit's front surface has keys, accessible from opposite edges by each hand. Typing is similar to the traditional, but rotated 90 degrees on each side. Keys are individually assignable to any letter, symbol, musical note, color, action, or macro. Back panels have thumb keys and controls, and can be modified to accept alternate thumb controls and additional hardware, such as sensors, circuits, cameras, and auxiliary connectors for specific tasks such as musical instrument performance or augmented reality game play. Smartphones, can be incorporated within or connected to the central unit. Desktop use can be accomplished by unfolding the panels of one embodiment.

Abstract: A case for a wireless device includes a number of RF coupling elements mounted in the case and configured such that RF radiation is coupled from an internal antenna of the wireless device out of the device to a first RF coupling element, and from the first RF coupling element to a RF redirector coupling element that redirects the RF radiation in a direction outward from said wireless device that is opposite to a user side of the wireless device. A corrugated metallic shield is optionally provided on an opposite side of the case, facing a user of the device.

Abstract: A communication apparatus comprises a harness worn on the person. The harness includes a pouch and an adjustable elongate arm with a distal end which is secured to a communication device. The arm can be manipulated to stow the communication device away from the pouch and at the front an individual.

Abstract: A portable electronic module including a portable electronic device and a holder applied to hold the portable electronic device is provided. The portable electronic device includes a first surface, a second surface opposite to the first surface, and a display unit disposed on the first surface, wherein a connecting unit is disposed on the second surface. The holder includes a first body having a first connecting portion and a first wearing portion and a second body having a second connecting portion suited to connect with the first connecting portion and a second wearing portion, wherein the first body is suitable to connect with the second body. At least one of the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion is suitable for connecting with the connecting unit, and a wearing space is formed to wear for users by the combination of the first wearing portion and the second wearing portion.

Abstract: Phone Ring is a phone case that has a circular inset that can be attached to a single, double or triple finger ring that has a very small prong soldered to the back of the ring to provides a way to insert the ring to the inset piece on the casing and interlock to two together providing a 360 degree swivel for viewing needs and a “drop-proof” grip on your phone. The ring can be worn with or without the case to provide an on the go fashionable look that is easily fastened to the case giving optimal phone protection.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, an antenna apparatus includes a leaky coaxial cable and a power supply apparatus. The power supply apparatus that provides a voltage for operating a mobile terminal receiving a radio wave radiated from the leaky coaxial cable when a high-frequency signal is provided.

Abstract: A mobile device for securing to a garment of a user thereof. Such a garment securable mobile device may be of a clamshell configuration with mating portions hinged to one another such that when closed toward one another a garment space is defined therebetween. A portion of a garment may be retained in the garment space thereby securing the mobile device to the garment. Retention of the garment portion may be enhanced by the use of gripping elements at the inner surfaces of one or both of the mating portions. A garment particularly configured for securing such a garment securable mobile device may also be provided.

Abstract: The holder for a hand-held electronic communication device is lightweight and comprises a perforated faceplate and a base of ergonomic form symmetrically constructed for ambidextrous, hand-held use, shoulder support, and surface support in both portrait and landscape orientations. The faceplate incorporates two clamping mechanisms, one being operative for fixing its gripping part in selected positions of extension from the faceplate and the other dynamically adjusting to position its gripping part for cooperatively clamping the communication device therebetween. A peripheral gasket on the front of the faceplate cushions and positionally stabilizes the mounted device, and is formed to promote the projection of sound waves from under the mounted device. The base may have holes and/or an internal acoustic baffle to further promote the projection of sound waves from its cavity, and holes in the faceplate and/or the base may enhance aesthetic attributes.

Abstract: Discussed are a smart watch and a control method for the same, which provide a notification indicating events, which are scheduled to occur later on the basis of a take-off time, if the smart watch is taken off. The smart watch includes a display unit to display content, a communication unit to perform transmission/reception of data, and a sensor unit to detect an input signal with regard to the smart watch and transmit the signal to a processor that serves to control the aforementioned units. The processor detects a take-off signal, indicating separation of the smart watch from a user, in a worn mode, to switch the smart watch to an unworn mode in response to the detected take-off signal, and provides a notification indicating at least one event that is scheduled to occur after detecting the take-off signal in the unworn mode.

Abstract: An apparatus worn by a user utilizing projected sound in a companion device for a mobile phone. The apparatus includes a an attachment device for attaching the apparatus to the user and an interface for using the mobile phone from the apparatus. The user interfaces with the apparatus to perform operations upon the mobile phone. A mechanism is utilized to establish a voice channel with the mobile phone for performing phone operations through the mobile phone. In addition, the apparatus includes a speaker for projecting directional sound through the speaker. In one embodiment, the apparatus utilizes a parabolic reflector. In another embodiment, modulated ultrasound is emitted from the speaker. The apparatus may be mounted to a watch, a shoulder of the user, or a vehicle.

Abstract: A hearing aid compatible mobile handset is provided with a parasitic element which is electrically connected to a groundplane of a circuit board. The parasitic element may have a length of around one-quarter wavelength of a frequency of interest. The parasitic element may be are arranged as a pair of parasitic elements. The parasitic element can be disposed in a location where the near field strength is near a peak so as to help reduce the near field level to a point that will allow operation of the handset adjacent a hearing aid.