Abstract: In response to an event in a device, an information code comprising an address to an information source and a parameter relating to the device is dynamically generated. The parameter is dynamically based on a current state according to the event of the device at a time that the information code is generated.

Abstract: In response to an event in a device, an information code comprising an address to an information source and a parameter relating to the device is dynamically generated. The parameter is dynamically based on a current state according to the event of the device at a time that the information code is generated.

Abstract: Decision devices, systems, and methods to provide a product resource are provided herein. The decision devices include an analysis engine. The analysis engine receives an information resource and at least one product parameter. The analysis engine searches the information resource to identify at least one search result and dynamically analyzes the at least one search result to provide the product resource.

Abstract: The data on the computing device can be backed up to a server on a network. An indication of possible hard drive failure can be diagnosed on the computing device causing the computing device to request a replacement hard drive including backed up data prior to failure of the hard drive.

Abstract: Decision devices, systems, and methods to provide a product resource are provided herein. The decision devices include an analysis engine. The analysis engine receives an information resource and at least one product parameter. The analysis engine searches the information resource to identify at least one search result and dynamically analyzes the at least one search result to provide the product resource.

Abstract: A method of processing a plurality of digital images arranged in a preset order in a digital imaging device in response to user input includes determining a user scrolling direction in response to user scrolling inputs, at least partially deleting a displayed image in response to a user image deletion input, and based upon the determined scrolling direction, displaying at least a portion of the next image in the scrolling direction after the deleted image unless the deleted image was the first or last image in the preset order.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for capturing a variable length of sensory data in association with still image data. Manipulation of the camera is detected prior to image-capture, and sensory data are generated in response to detecting the manipulation. The sensory data are stored in temporary storage. When a control signal to capture a still image is active, still image data are generated and stored in non-volatile storage. A subset of the sensory data in temporary storage is selected and stored in non-volatile storage in association with the still image data.

Abstract: The inventive stand alone mechanism converts video data from an original format such as VHS or digital video to an optical media such as a CD-RW or DVD-RW and prepare it for use in non-linear computer applications such as video editing and production in a single step conversion process. The inventive mechanism will also insert index markers into the video data. The markers could be time based or scene transition based.

Abstract: Control methods, a digital camera and a digital camera user interface that respond to arm, hand and/or finger gestures. The digital camera recognizes the arm, hand and/or finger gestures as inputs to its user interface and responds to implement predetermined tasks or operations.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for capturing a variable length of sensory data in association with still image data. Manipulation of the camera is detected prior to image-capture, and sensory data are generated in response to detecting the manipulation. The sensory data are stored in temporary storage. When a control signal to capture a still image is active, still image data are generated and stored in non-volatile storage. A subset of the sensory data in temporary storage is selected and stored in non-volatile storage in association with the still image data.

Abstract: Apparatus comprising an appliance having three appliance contacts disposed on its bottom surface and an appliance docking tray that allows transfer of power and data. The appliance docking tray has a grid of electrical contacts disposed on its top surface, and switching apparatus, such as a processor and switch matrix, coupled to the electrical contacts of the grid. The switching apparatus electronically switches between the electrical contacts to determine which of the electrical contacts touch the appliance contacts when the appliance is disposed on the top surface of the docking tray.

Abstract: A user interface and related method of use provides enhanced functionality for input controls on a digital camera. Activating the input controls enables a user to individually display a given digital image of a plurality of stored digital images and then jump non-sequentially to another digital image. The user interface also or alternatively enables a user to use the input controls to zoom in and out of the given digital image.

Abstract: A strobe or flash that charges the strobe capacitor dependent on the measured light and strobe use model can improve the battery life in a portable device. The scene illumination is measured and the current charge level of the strobe capacitor is measured. If the scene needs more light than the charge can supply, then a charge process is started. The rate of charge is dependent on the amount of additional illumination needed for the scene and the difference between the current charge level and the required charge level of the strobe capacitor.

Abstract: A digital imaging device having a retractable lens may be turned off or on with the lens in the extended position, thereby saving battery power and facilitating rapid response to picture taking opportunities. The power saving and rapid response mode may be activated via a menu option, a predetermined gesture involving the power button, an alternative control element, or other suitable means.