Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate generally to electrical and electronic hardware, computer software, wired and wireless network communications, and computing devices. More specifically, the embodiments related to structures and techniques for implementing multiple logical representations of audio functions in a wireless audio transmitter, such as a USB dongle configured to transmit and to receive audio data wirelessly via, for example, a Bluetooth link. In one embodiment, a wireless USB audio transceiver can include a multiple mode transmitter configured transmit wireless signals at multiple data rates. Further, the wireless USB audio transceiver can include a first data path modeled as a first audio function, and a second data path modeled as a second audio function. Also, included is a signal detector configured to determine the presence of the audio data on a data path for modifying transmission data rates as a function of the presence of the audio data.

Abstract: Sleep management techniques and devices are configured for use with a data-capable personal worn or carried device. In one embodiment, a method includes receiving data representing a sleep profile defining parameters upon which a target score is established, and acquiring data representing acquired parameters associated with sleep activity. The method also includes determining a first score for a first acquired parameter, determining a second score for a second acquired parameter, and calculating at a processor a sleep score based on data in a memory including the first score and the second score. Further, the method includes causing presentation of a representation of the sleep score to indicate either an attainment of the target score or a deviation therefrom.

Abstract: Nutrition management techniques and devices are configured for use with a data-capable personal worn or carried device. In one embodiment, a method includes receiving data representing a nutrition profile defining parameters upon which a target score is established. The method includes acquiring data representing acquired parameters associated with nutrition of consumable material components, such as food or drink, and determining data representing values for a first subset of acquired, the values representing a first quantum of nutrition associated with a first subset of consumable materials based on the nutrition profile. The method also includes calculating a nutrition score based on data representing the values, and adjusting the nutrition score based on threshold amounts for one or more of the values. In some embodiments, the method includes causing presentation of a representation a nutrition score as, for example, an indicia of contributions of nutrition on health and wellness.

Abstract: Activity attainment techniques and devices are configured for use with a data-capable wearable or carried device. In one embodiment, a method includes receiving data representing an activity profile including one or more activities, an activity including data representing a quantity of motion actions, a quantity of time units and an activity type configured to combine to establish a target score. The method includes acquiring data representing parameters associated with activities, determining a first score for a first activity associated with the activity profile, determining a second score for a second activity, and calculating an activity score at a processor. Also, the method can include modifying the activity profile to change the target score, and causing presentation of a representation of the activity score or a derivative value thereof.

Abstract: A new type of headset that employs adaptive noise suppression, multiple microphones, a voice activity detection (VAD) device, and unique mechanisms to position it correctly on either ear for use with phones, computers, and wired or wireless connections of any kind is described. In various embodiments, the headset employs combinations of new technologies and mechanisms to provide the user a unique communications experience.

Abstract: A wellness application for a personal wearable data-capable band is described, including an aggregation engine configured to aggregate user activity data from a plurality of sources, the aggregation engine comprising one or more modules configured to process the user activity data to determine an aggregate value, and a user interface configured to display a graphical representation using the aggregate value.

Abstract: Techniques for sensory user interface are described, including receiving a sensory input at a sensor coupled to a wearable device, converting the sensory input into data using the sensor and the processor, processing the data to generate a representation of a state, evaluating the representation to determine if an action is indicated, and performing the action if indicated based on an evaluation of the representation.

Abstract: Techniques for component protective overmolding include selectively applying a protective material substantially over one or more elements coupled to a framework, forming an inner molding substantially over the framework, the one or more electrical elements coupled to the framework, and the protective material. In some examples, the inner molding is formed after the protective material has been selectively applied, forming an outer molding substantially over the inner molding and the outer molding is configured to protect the framework and to provide a surface configured to receive a pattern. Further, the outer molding may be configured to be removable if a defect is found during an inspection performed after the outer molding is formed.

Abstract: Techniques for a wearable device and platform for sensory input are described, including a sensor coupled to the wearable device, the sensor capable of sensing a sensory input, a processor configured to transform the sensory input to data, the data being processed by an application configured to determine an activity being performed and to generate information associated with the activity being performed while the wearable device is worn, the activity being determined using a motion matcher configured to generate a motion profile associated with the activity, the motion profile configured to be accessed and modified when the activity is performed again, and a communications facility coupled to the wearable device and configured to transfer the data between the wearable device and another device, the data being configured to be presented on a user interface on the wearable device during the performance of the activity.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relates generally to electrical and electronic hardware, computer software, wired and wireless network communications, and computing devices, and more specifically to structures and techniques for managing power generation, power consumption, and other power-related functions in a data-capable strapband. Embodiments relate to a wearable band including sensors, a controller coupled to the sensors, an energy storage device, a power port configured to receive power and control signals, and a power manager. The power manager includes at least a transitory power manager configured to control an application of power to one or more components of the wearable band in one or more power modes. The band can be configured as a wearable communications device and sensor platform.

Abstract: Techniques for component protective overmolding using protective external coatings include applying a material over a structure of a device, the device being configured to perform an operation using data from one or more sensory inputs, and forming a coating over the material, the coating being configured to provide a protective property.

Abstract: Techniques for media device, application, and content management using sensory input are described, including receiving input from one or more sensors coupled to a data-capable strapband, processing the input to determine a pattern, referencing a pattern library using the pattern, generating a control signal to a media application, the control signal being determined based on whether the pattern matches another pattern in the pattern library, and selecting a media file configured to be presented, the media file being selected using the control signal.

Abstract: A personal advisor system using a data-capable band including a personal advisor distributed application comprising a feedback engine configured to process user activity data from a source device, the source device comprising at least one data-capable band; a recommendation module configured to generate a wellness recommendation using the user activity data; a personal offer module configured to generate a personal wellness offer using the user activity data; and a notification module configured to generate a feedback notification comprising one or more of the wellness recommendation and the personal wellness offer. The feedback engine is operable to communicate the feedback notification to the source device, if the source device is active, or to a non-source device upon request from the non-source device.

Abstract: Techniques for component protective overmolding include selectively applying a protective material substantially over one or more elements coupled to a framework, forming an inner molding substantially over the framework, the one or more electrical elements coupled to the framework, and the protective material. In some examples, the inner molding is formed after the protective material has been selectively applied, forming an outer molding substantially over the inner molding and the outer molding is configured to protect the framework and to provide a surface configured to receive a pattern. Further, the outer molding may be configured to be removable if a defect is found during an inspection performed after the outer molding is formed.

Abstract: A wellness system including a personal wearable data-capable band is described. In some examples, a wellness system may include an aggregation engine configured to aggregate user activity data from sources, a feedback engine configured to process the user activity data, the feedback engine operable to communicate a feedback notification to a source device including at least one of the sources, and a user interface configured to display a graphical representation associated with an aggregate value determined from the user activity data and the feedback notification. In other examples, a method using a wellness system may include receiving user activity data from sources, processing the user activity data using an aggregation engine to determine an aggregate value, generating a graphical representation using the aggregate value, and displaying the graphical representation using a user interface.

Abstract: A data-capable band for medical diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment is described, including one or more sensors configured to gather data associated with diagnosis, monitoring or treatment of a medical condition, an application configured to determine the medical condition using the data gathered by the sensors, a memory configured to store the data and the application, and a notification facility configured to provide an array of notifications in relation to the monitoring and treatment of the medical conditions. The notifications may be alarms, may be designed to prompt movement, or may be associated with a drug regimen.

Abstract: Techniques for wearable device data security are described, including receiving input from one or more sensors coupled to a wearable device, each of the one or more sensors being configured to measure one or more parameters, processing the input to determine a pattern, referencing a pattern library using the pattern to identify a signature, and transforming the signature into data to be transmitted to a device in data communication with the wearable device and configured to perform a function if the data is authenticated.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relates generally to electrical and electronic hardware, computer software, wired and wireless network communications, and computing devices, and more specifically to structures and techniques for managing power generation, power consumption, and other power-related functions in a data-capable strapband. Embodiments relate to a band including sensors, a controller coupled to the sensors, an energy storage device, a connector configured to receive power and control signals, and a power manager. The power manager includes at least a transitory power manager configured to manage power consumption of the band during a first power mode and a second mode. The band can be configured as a wearable communications device and sensor platform.