Patents by Inventor Jeff Terlizzi
Jeff Terlizzi has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 8756445Abstract: A portable computing device (PCD) can selectively supply power to an accessory during PCD hibernation. In some embodiments, the PCD's default behavior is to disable accessory power output during hibernation, and this default behavior can be overridden in response to a request from a connected accessory. The accessory can use the power supplied during PCD hibernation to detect user input (or other) events and wake the PCD from hibernation in response to a detected event. Some accessories can wake the PCD by emulating accessory detachment and reattachment.Type: GrantFiled: June 3, 2010Date of Patent: June 17, 2014Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Robert Walsh, Jeff Terlizzi, Jahan Minoo, Lawrence G. Bolton
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Patent number: 8086281Abstract: The present invention is directed to apparatuses, systems, methods, and computer readable media that can facilitate the transfer of power between at least two electrical devices. At least one of the electrical devices is preferably a battery operated device. The present invention may also be used to facilitate the transfer of information among electrical devices. For example, the present invention may be used to automatically pair two Bluetooth devices together.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2007Date of Patent: December 27, 2011Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Stanley Rabu, Nicholas R. Kalayjian, Jesse L. Dorogusker, Jeff Terlizzi, Emery A. Sanford, M. Evans Hankey
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Publication number: 20110167287Abstract: A portable computing device (PCD) can selectively supply power to an accessory during PCD hibernation. In some embodiments, the PCD's default behavior is to disable accessory power output during hibernation, and this default behavior can be overridden in response to a request from a connected accessory. The accessory can use the power supplied during PCD hibernation to detect user input (or other) events and wake the PCD from hibernation in response to a detected event. Some accessories can wake the PCD by emulating accessory detachment and reattachment.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 3, 2010Publication date: July 7, 2011Applicant: Apple Inc.Inventors: Robert Walsh, Jeff Terlizzi, Jahan Minoo, Lawrence G. Bolton
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Publication number: 20100235546Abstract: Methods and apparatus for providing device detection and operational mode negotiation entirely over extant high-speed data bus pins or terminals. In one exemplary embodiment, methods and apparatus are disclosed enabling detection, negotiation and serial/video data transfer over USB 2.0 data interface pins in order to consolidate pin count on the interface and associated connector. Existing USB detection mechanisms are also leveraged to the maximum extent so as to eliminate the need for additional detection protocols. This approach allows for smaller connector and parent device form factor, while still maintaining all of the functional capabilities required for that interface. The breadth of USB-capable devices supported by such an interface is also markedly improved over prior art techniques.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2010Publication date: September 16, 2010Inventors: Jeff Terlizzi, Jesse Dorogusker
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Publication number: 20090091422Abstract: Systems and methods are provided that enable identification of an accessory device or other peripheral device via a serial communication link. An electronic device (e.g., a media player or portable media device) may identify an accessory device using a serial communication link when the accessory device is attached or coupled to the electronic device. Based on serial communications, for example, the electronic device may discover and identify an accessory device to determine whether one or more preferences or functionalities should be set or enabled. The electronic device may also discover whether an accessory device or its manufacturer, distributor, or retailer is authorized or licensed to enable certain functionalities or set certain preferences when connect to the electronic device.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 3, 2008Publication date: April 9, 2009Applicant: Apple Inc.Inventors: Jahan Minoo, Paul Holden, Stan Rabu, Jeff Terlizzi, Jesse Dorogusker
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Publication number: 20080197199Abstract: A power pack with human interface devices that includes a power pack housing, which is detachably interfaced to a portable device. The power pack includes a power source internal to the housing for providing power, a light source internal to the housing for producing a light signal associated with a status, which light signal is viewable external to the housing, and an audio source internal to the housing for producing an audio signal associated with the status. The power pack interfaces electrically to the portable device to provide power thereto, and receive therefrom control signals associated with the status, which control signals activate at least one of the light source and audio source according to the status.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 15, 2008Publication date: August 21, 2008Applicant: SYMBOL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Jeff Terlizzi, Alex Breytman, Jorg Schlieffers, Kevin Cordes, Jean Tu, Jay Paul White, Chin-Hung Jwo, David Tsi Shi
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Publication number: 20080167088Abstract: The present invention is directed to apparatuses, systems, methods, and computer readable media that can facilitate the transfer of power between at least two electrical devices. At least one of the electrical devices is preferably a battery operated device. The present invention may also be used to facilitate the transfer of information among electrical devices. For example, the present invention may be used to automatically pair two Bluetooth devices together.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 6, 2007Publication date: July 10, 2008Applicant: Apple Computer, Inc.Inventors: Stanley Rabu, Nicholas R. Kalayjian, Jesse L. Dorogusker, Jeff Terlizzi, Emery A. Sanford, M. Evans Hankey
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Patent number: 7331526Abstract: A power pack with human interface devices that includes a power pack housing, which is detachably interfaced to a portable device. The power pack includes a power source internal to the housing for providing power, a light source internal to the housing for producing a light signal associated with a status, which light signal is viewable external to the housing, and an audio source internal to the housing for producing an audio signal associated with the status. The power pack interfaces electrically to the portable device to provide power thereto, and receive therefrom control signals associated with the status, which control signals activate at least one of the light source and audio source according to the status.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2006Date of Patent: February 19, 2008Assignee: Symbol Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Jeff Terlizzi, Alex Breytman, Jorg Schlieffers, Kevin Cordes, Jean Tu, Jay Paul White, Chin-Hung Jwo, David Tsi Shi
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Publication number: 20070057069Abstract: A power pack with human interface devices that includes a power pack housing, which is detachably interfaced to a portable device. The power pack includes a power source internal to the housing for providing power, a light source internal to the housing for producing a light signal associated with a status, which light signal is viewable external to the housing, and an audio source internal to the housing for producing an audio signal associated with the status. The power pack interfaces electrically to the portable device to provide power thereto, and receive therefrom control signals associated with the status, which control signals activate at least one of the light source and audio source according to the status.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2006Publication date: March 15, 2007Applicant: SYMBOL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Jeff Terlizzi, Alex Breytman, Jorg Schlieffers, Kevin Cordes, Jean Tu, Jay White, Chin-Hung Jwo, David Shi
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Patent number: 7140546Abstract: A power pack with human interface devices that includes a power pack housing, which is detachably interfaced to a portable device. The power pack includes a power source internal to the housing for providing power, a light source internal to the housing for producing a light signal associated with a status, which light signal is viewable external to the housing, and an audio source internal to the housing for producing an audio signal associated with the status. The power pack interfaces electrically to the portable device to provide power thereto, and receive therefrom control signals associated with the status, which control signals activate at least one of the light source and audio source according to the status.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2002Date of Patent: November 28, 2006Assignee: Symbol Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Jeff Terlizzi, Alex Breytman, Jorg Schlieffers, Kevin Cordes, Jean Tu, Jay Paul White, Chin-Hung Jwo, David Tsi Shi