Abstract: Devices and methods for cloud based management of multi-media files and/or associated data files are presented. Methods for using the device(s) to implement different information management techniques for managing information obtained (e.g., recorded) by a plurality of recording devices are also described. A comprehensive use of multiple distinct surveillance systems in a coordinated manner is described. A set of surveillance devices configured for use by one or more law enforcement agencies or other government agencies may upload and share information using cloud information, storage, access, and security methods. Maintaining information using cloud based techniques allows for sharing access (securely and remotely) without redundant copies of information on physical media and may reduce bandwidth transmission requirements. Further, requirements for both chain of custody of evidence and confidentiality regarding digitally recorded evidence may be complied with.

Abstract: A storage device that is pre-configured to execute one or more related applications when connected to a computer device or system. The storage device may contain a suite of applications that are pre-configured to execute without requiring “installation” on the computer device or system prior to execution. The storage device may be a secure (e.g., protected) storage drive for use with the associated computer device or system. The secure storage drive allows access only when properly authenticated to the computer device or system attempting to access the secure storage drive. Additionally, other levels of authentication may be required prior to allowing access. For example, access may only be allowed if both the computer device or system and a user authenticated to the computer device are recognized by the secure storage drive.

Abstract: Devices and methods for managing multi-media files and associated metadata in a hybrid manner are disclosed. Methods for using the device(s) to implement different methods for managing information obtained (e.g., recorded) by a plurality of recording devices are also disclosed. This disclosure also relates to comprehensive use of multiple distinct surveillance systems in a coordinated manner. For example, a set of surveillance devices configured for use by one or more law enforcement agencies or other government agencies may share metadata to facilitate indexing, sharing, accessing, and coordinating potential surveillance recordings. In one example, metadata may be uploaded to cloud storage while associated multi-media files are maintained locally by the responsible agency. Maintaining metadata and actual multi-media content separately may reduce bandwidth transmission requirements and maintain confidentiality of surveillance recordings.

Abstract: A handheld electronic device and an operation method thereof are provided. The electronic device includes a virtual keyboard and a touch screen. The virtual keyboard includes a plurality of key sections. The touch screen has an inputting area for showing one of the key sections. When the touch screen detects a sliding movement from a user in the inputting area, the inputting area shows another one of the key sections without showing the other ones of the key sections.

Abstract: A keyboard module suitable for being applied to an electronic apparatus is provided. The electronic apparatus includes a display unit and the keyboard module. The keyboard module is electrically connected to the display unit. The keyboard module includes a supporting structure, a membrane circuit sheet, and a vibrator. The supporting structure has a carrying surface. The membrane circuit sheet is disposed on the carrying surface of the supporting structure and has a plurality of triggers. The vibrator is connected to the supporting structure.

Abstract: An electronic device includes an input module, which has a plurality of first keys, a plurality of second keys, a first vibration element and a second vibration element. When any one of the first keys is pressed or touched, the first vibration element vibrates accordingly; and when any one of the second keys is pressed or touched, the second vibration element vibrates accordingly thereby providing a tactile feedback to a user.

Abstract: An electronic device includes an input module, which has a plurality of first keys, a plurality of second keys, a first vibration element and a second vibration element. When any one of the first keys is pressed or touched, the first vibration element vibrates accordingly; and when any one of the second keys is pressed or touched, the second vibration element vibrates accordingly thereby providing a tactile feedback to a user.

Abstract: An electronic device includes a keyboard module, which has a plurality of first keys, a plurality of second keys, a first vibration element and a second vibration element. When any one of the first keys is pressed or touched, the first vibration element vibrates accordingly; and when any one of the second keys is pressed or touched, the second vibration element vibrates accordingly thereby providing a tactile feedback to a user.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for operating application programs in an electronic device, which has a keyboard unit, a touch sensing element and a display. First, the border information corresponding to a border area of the user interface provided by an application program is transmitted to a driving unit of the keyboard unit. Afterward, the keyboard unit is divided into at least two sensing areas corresponding to the operation areas of the user interface according to the border information. Next, the touch sensing element detects a touch on one of the sensing areas on the keyboard unit and then generates a responsive signal according to the touch. Finally, an action is performed on the corresponding operation area of the user interface according to the responsive signal.

Abstract: A keyboard module suitable for being applied to an electronic apparatus is provided. The electronic apparatus includes a display unit and the keyboard module. The keyboard module is electrically connected to the display unit. The keyboard module includes a supporting structure, a membrane circuit sheet, and a vibrator. The supporting structure has a carrying surface. The membrane circuit sheet is disposed on the carrying surface of the supporting structure and has a plurality of triggers. The vibrator is connected to the supporting structure.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for operating application programs in an electronic device, which has a keyboard unit, a touch sensing element and a display. First, the border information corresponding to a border area of the user interface provided by an application program is transmitted to a driving unit of the keyboard unit. Afterward, the keyboard unit is divided into at least two sensing areas corresponding to the operation areas of the user interface according to the border information. Next, the touch sensing element detects a touch on one of the sensing areas on the keyboard unit and then generates a responsive signal according to the touch. Finally, an action is performed on the corresponding operation area of the user interface according to the responsive signal.

Abstract: An electronic device includes a keyboard module, which has a plurality of first keys, a plurality of second keys, a first vibration element and a second vibration element. When any one of the first keys is pressed or touched, the first vibration element vibrates accordingly; and when any one of the second keys is pressed or touched, the second vibration element vibrates accordingly thereby providing a tactile feedback to a user.

Abstract: A handheld electronic device and an operation method thereof are provided. The electronic device includes a virtual keyboard and a touch screen. The virtual keyboard includes a plurality of key sections. The touch screen has an inputting area for showing one of the key sections. When the touch screen detects a sliding movement from a user in the inputting area, the inputting area shows another one of the key sections without showing the other ones of the key sections.