Abstract: Techniques for providing network services at an audio interface unit includes receiving first data and second data. The first data indicates a first set of one or more contents for presentation to a user. The second data indicates a second set of zero or more contents for presentation to the user. An audio stream is generated based on the first data and the second data. Presentation is initiated of the audio stream at a speaker in an audio device of the user.

Abstract: A user input system for an electronic device including an input actuator adapted to be depressed by a user to input a signal into the electronic device; and an actuator location signaling system adapted to signal location of the input actuator to the user. The actuator location signaling system includes a textured surface proximate the input actuator for a finger of the user to contact, and a system for moving the textured surface to enhance sensory input to the user's finger while contacting the textured surface.

Abstract: Devices and methods are provided for providing a portable electronic device having a cable that functions as a carrying strap, a stylus, a data cable, and a power cable. Embodiments of the portable electronic device comprise at least one recess for storing a connector end of the cable, the stylus, and a wireless headset when such components are not in use. Embodiments of the present invention also provide an electrical connector at the end of a cable that is convertible between a stylus and an electrical connector.

Abstract: A transformable mobile station. The mobile station has a display that is substantially framed by the mobile station housing. The housing has two sections that are rotatably connected to each other so that in a first configuration they frame the display and in a transformed configuration, one or more sides of the display are unframed, and the unframed sides may be placed next to the display of another display-compatible mobile station. The two (or more) display-compatible mobile stations may be connected together such that their respective displays each form a portion of a larger, unified display.

Abstract: A hingeless folding mobile station. The mobile station includes at least two halves that is separate enclosures each holding a portion of the mobile station's internal components. A flexible connector connects the components housed in one section of the enclosure with the internal components housed in the other. The two halves of the mobile station are held together by a retainer such as an elastomeric band that is stretched around the outer end of each section and around a series of return points located near the inner end of each the mobile station enclosure sections. A series of grooves or extensions are formed in various locations about the mobile station in order to retain the elastomeric band in place. When in place, the elastomeric band has been stretched from its normal resting length so that a tension force is constantly applied.

Abstract: A portable device having a main unit and a keyboard unit. The main unit includes a display and the keyboard unit includes a full alphabet keyboard. Furthermore, the keyboard unit has a closed position and an open position. In the closed position a portion of the display is obstructed by the keyboard unit, and in the open position the display is unobstructed by the keyboard unit. The full alphabet keyboard is operable in both the closed position and the open position.

Abstract: A portable device having a main unit and a keyboard unit. The main unit includes a display and the keyboard unit includes a full alphabet keyboard. Furthermore, the keyboard unit has a closed position and an open position. In the closed position a portion of the display is obstructed by the keyboard unit, and in the open position the display is unobstructed by the keyboard unit. The full alphabet keyboard is operable in both the closed position and the open position.

Abstract: A hingeless folding mobile station. The mobile station includes at least two halves that is separate enclosures each holding a portion of the mobile station's internal components. A flexible connector connects the components housed in one section of the enclosure with the internal components housed in the other. The two halves of the mobile station are held together by a retainer such as an elastomeric band that is stretched around the outer end of each section and around a series of return points located near the inner end of each the mobile station enclosure sections. A series of grooves or extensions are formed in various locations about the mobile station in order to retain the elastomeric band in place. When in place, the elastomeric band has been stretched from its normal resting length so that a tension force is constantly applied.

Abstract: A transformable mobile station. The mobile station has a display that is substantially framed by the mobile station housing. The housing has two sections that are rotatably connected to each other so that in a first configuration they frame the display and in a transformed configuration, one or more sides of the display are unframed, and the unframed sides may be placed next to the display of another display-compatible mobile station. The two (or more) display-compatible mobile stations may be connected together such that their respective displays each form a portion of a larger, unified display.

Abstract: A folding mobile telephone having a dual-movement hinge. The hinge movably attaches one section of the mobile phone to another in such a way that there are at least two ways to access the various features of the mobile phone that are hidden from view in a closed position. The hinge includes a longitudinal pin having a first end that is disposed within a sleeve attached to the first enclosure section, and a second end that is disposed within a sleeve that is attached to the second enclosure section. As a result, the sections may be moved longitudinally with respect to each other for a portion of their length by sliding one or both sleeves away from the other along the pin. The sections may also be rotated about the pin to move the mobile telephone to an open position. In this way a user may selectively access all, or only a portion of the encloseable components and features of the mobile telephone.