Abstract: The present invention relates to an antenna arrangement (10) for the production of chip cards, in particular chip cards used in the UHF frequency range, having a substrate and a plurality of antenna conductor structures (11) formed on the substrate using a coating method, the antenna conductor structures having a terminal arrangement (24) for connecting the antenna conductor structures to a chip, wherein the substrate is formed as a substrate sheet (12), and the antenna conductor structures are disposed on the substrate sheet in a matrix arrangement (13) having a plurality of columns and rows.

Abstract: An antenna array according to one embodiment of the invention comprises a plurality of steering elements. Each steering element includes two radiating elements overlaid so as to have a common phase center and radiating electric fields orthogonal to each other. Each steering element also includes two phase altering portions separately and electronically coupling the two radiating elements to selectively transmit signals corresponding to linear, elliptical and circular polarization patterns.

Abstract: An antenna module includes a carrier and an antenna formed on the carrier. The carrier includes a first surface, a second surface, and a side surface. The antenna includes a first antenna portion and a second antenna portion. The first antenna portion includes a first radiation segment formed on the first surface and a second radiation segment formed on the side surface, the first radiation segment connects to the second radiation segment. The second antenna portion includes a third radiation segment formed on the first surface and a fourth radiation segment formed on the second surface, and the third radiation segment connects to the fourth radiation segment.

Abstract: An antenna device includes a ground section including a planar section, a feeding section, a first feeding element arranged along the planar section of the ground section, and a second feeding element including a loop-like body portion arranged parallel to the first feeding element at a predetermined distance from the first feeding element, the loop-like body portion including one end portion bent to be electrically connected to the ground section, and the other end portion bent to be electrically connected to the feeding section. Both of the one end portion and the other end portion of the second feeding element are provided in a vicinity of an outer periphery of the ground section.

Abstract: A differential feed notched radiator. A notched radiator includes a planar dielectric substrate having a first surface and an oppositely facing second surface, and a first conductive layer on the first surface and a second conductive layer on the second surface. The first and second conductive layers are patterned to provide a tapered notch in a first region of the planar dielectric substrate, the tapered notch having a first end and a second end wider than the first end, and the first and second conductive layers patterned to provide a balun in a second region of the planar dielectric substrate, the balun connected with the first end of the tapered notch. A conductive strip for transferring differential signals is embedded in the planar dielectric substrate between the first and second conductive layers, a portion of the conductive strip intersecting a portion of the tapered notch near the first end.

Abstract: An antenna module includes a supporting layer, a plurality of antenna layers; and at least one insulating layer. The antenna layers are conductive nanometric material formed on the supporting layer. The at least one insulating layer defines at least one through hole therein between and electronically connecting each two adjacent antenna layers to form an FM radiator. A housing utilizing the antenna module is also described.

Abstract: An assembly comprises a clamping mechanism and an LNB (low noise block down converter). The clamping mechanism includes a first clamping part, a second clamping part, and a plurality of rectangular grooves. The LNB includes a shell, at least one flexible portion, and at least one rib portion. The first clamping part and the second clamping part clasp around the LNB, and are combined with each other by at least one fastening part. The at least one flexible portion is disposed on the shell of the LNB, and the rib portion is on the flexible portion. The plurality of rectangular grooves are closely arranged in parallel on the inner surface of the second clamping part, and the rib portion is contained in one of the rectangular grooves. By rotating the combination of the first clamping part and the second clamping part, the rib portion is forced to move between the rectangular grooves and then is positioned again. During the movement, the flexible portion is temporarily deformed.

Abstract: A polarization adjustment assembly for a reflector antenna is provided with a radio bracket with a mounting flange. The mounting flange is coupled to a hub provided with a stop portion. Fasteners couple the radio bracket to the hub via slots in the mounting flange, rotatable with respect to the hub within the extents of the slots. An adjustment bolt passes through a boss coupled to the mounting flange. The adjustment bolt abuts the stop portion, whereby longitudinal displacement of the adjustment bolt with respect to the boss rotates the radio bracket with respect to the hub. Alternatively, the positions of the boss and stop portion on the mounting flange and hub may be exchanged.

Abstract: A metallic shaping plate located in the interior housing of a wireless device is disclosed. The metallic shaping plate may influence a radiation pattern being generated by a horizontal antenna array. The result may be an increase in the gain of the array.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a shorted monopole antenna. The antenna includes a ground portion, a radiating portion, a shorting portion, an assembling portion, and a coaxial cable. The ground portion includes a signal grounding point. The radiating portion is located above the ground portion and bent at least once, and includes a signal feeding point. One end of the shorting portion is connected to one of the short edges of the ground portion, and the other end is connected to one edge portion of the radiating portion. The assembling portion is connected to the long edge of the ground portion. The coaxial cable includes an inner conductor and an outer conductor, which are connected to the signal feeding point and the signal grounding point respectively. The antenna invented has good impedance bandwidth and radiation characteristics, can easily be installed inside the housing of an electronic device, and is well suitable for applications in wireless communications devices.

Abstract: A portable electronic device includes a main body and a cover rotatably mounted to the main body. The main body includes a central processing unit (CPU), a sensor, a first display, and a second display. The sensor, the first display, and the second display are connected to the CPU. The cover includes a third display connected to the CPU. The CPU detects the position of the cover relative to the main body using the sensor, switches the first display on when the cover is positioned at a first state, and switches the second display and the third display on when the cover is positioned at a second state.

Abstract: A display terminal that performs image display processing for displaying in a display section image data recorded in a recording section, which includes a controlling section that performs image sharing processing for providing image data recorded in the recording section to another display terminal over a network, acquiring image data recorded by another display terminal over the network, and displaying the acquired image data in the display section, and sharing control processing for performing control to select image data recorded by another display terminal set up at a location whose distance from the setup location of the display terminal satisfies a predetermined condition, as target image data for the image sharing processing.

Abstract: A head-up display device placed on an upper surface of a dashboard, includes: an object of view arranged in an inside space of the dashboard; an imaging optical system of real specular image for defining a space where a viewer exists and the inside space of the dashboard, the imaging optical system of real specular image including a semitransparent substrate with a plane of symmetry, the imaging optical system of real specular image forming a real image of the object of view in the space of the viewer with light passing through the substrate; and a reflective screen arranged in the space of the viewer, the reflective screen reflecting light beams of the real image of the object of view supplied from the imaging optical system of real specular image to guide the reflected light beams to the viewer, while allowing formation of an image to be seen by the viewer.

Abstract: A head mounted display includes: an image presentation portion that sequentially presents each of content images to a user's eye; an imaging portion that images an object when the content images are presented; an event acquisition portion that acquires an event occurring outside; a storage control unit that stores imaging data including the imaged object and imaging time position information regarding an imaging time; an event determination unit that determines whether the acquired event has a specific feature; a first specification unit that specifies first time position information regarding a timing when the event having the specific feature is occurred; and a first association registration unit, which, when the event has the specific feature, associates presentation identification information for identifying the presented content images with the first time position information, and which registers the presentation identification information and the first time position information.

Abstract: A high speed optical shutter, a method of operating the high speed optical shutter, and an optical apparatus including the high speed optical shutter. The optical shutter includes a transparent electro-optical medium in an active solid state having a total internal reflection surface on which an angle of total internal reflection is changed by an external action. The transparent electro-optical medium may be a prism or a prism array whose angle of total internal reflection is changed by the external action. An incident light path changing unit may be further arranged in front of the transparent electro-optical medium. Also, a light path changing unit may be further arranged so as to allow light passing through the electro-optical medium to be perpendicularly incident on an incidence target object.

Abstract: Methods and systems for improving imaging quality and power efficiency of scanning beam display systems using fluorescent screens are disclosed. In various embodiments, beam shaping mechanisms for maximizing overlap between the beam cross-section and the florescent element corresponding to each color sub-pixel of the screen, as well as pulse width and timing adjustments, are introduced to reduce imaging noise and improve power efficiency of the display system.

Abstract: In an active matrix EL display device, pixels which are suitable for a constant current drive are structured. The pixel includes a first switch which has one end connected to a source signal line and the other end connected to a current-voltage conversion element, a second switch which has one end connected to the current-voltage conversion element and the other end connected to a voltage holding capacitor and to a voltage-current conversion element, and a pixel electrode connected to the current-voltage conversion element and to the voltage-current conversion element.

Abstract: A panel of a liquid crystal display panel with a plurality of pixels is disclosed, wherein each pixel comprises one switch, one pixel electrode and one floating line. The switch comprises a gate, a source, and two drains. The pixel electrode can be electrically connected to the switch through the drain. Besides, each floating conductive line and two drains of the same switch are crossed but electrically disconnected. Hence, the design of the dual drain (or dual source) illustrated above and the combined the technique of laser welding can be used to repair the source-drain leakage of the substrate of the liquid crystal display device.

Abstract: A method comprises steps of: forming successively a first conductive pattern, a first insulating layer, a second conductive pattern, and a second insulating layer on a base substrate; patterning the second insulating layer and the first insulating layer with a double-tone mask, forming at least a half lap joint via hole in the second insulating layer, and forming at least a full lap joint via hole in both the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer, wherein the second conductive pattern corresponds to a part of the half lap joint via hole, and the first conductive pattern corresponds to the whole of the full lap joint via hole; forming a third conductive pattern and a fourth conductive pattern on the base substrate wherein the third conductivity pattern is formed on the surface of the second conductivity pattern and the first insulating layer through the half lap joint via hole, and the fourth conductive pattern is formed on the surface of the first conductive pattern through the full lap joint

Abstract: An integrated method of detecting an image defect in an LCD screen consists in verifying the consumption of current on a power supply bus of the image display means (row driver 20, column driver 30,counter electrode CE), during capacitive charges or discharges of the selection lines Li and/or columns ColRj. The method comprises the integration of a current measurement chain comprising a measurement resistor Rm on the power supply bus and measurement 41 and comparison 42 circuits providing outside the screen a detection signal Sd which is processed by an external circuit for safety management.

Abstract: A game apparatus calculates a first evaluation value based on the difference between the time when the load value detected by a load controller becomes the maximum and the time when the velocity of the center of gravity, which represents the velocity of movement of the position of the center of gravity, becomes the maximum. The game apparatus calculates a second evaluation value based on the velocity of load, which represents the degree of increase in the load in a predetermined time period, and the velocity of the center of gravity. The game apparatus calculates a third evaluation value based on the path of the position of the center of gravity. The game apparatus calculates the amount of slice based on the first through third evaluation values.

Abstract: A remote control system for a multi-screen display of an array of sub-displays tiled together contiguously includes a remote controller and a number of control boxes each of which is installed on a corresponding sub-display. The remote control is configured for receiving user input governing selection and control of the sub-displays, generating a control signal based upon the selection and the control of the sub-displays, and transmitting the control signal. Each control box is configured for receiving the control signal, identifying if the control signal is passed and transferred to a controller of corresponding sub-displays upon the selection of the sub-displays.

Abstract: There is disclosed a method for controlling a user input in a computer system including a display, the computer system being adapted to receive inputs from a plurality of user input devices under the control of a system input device, the method comprising: a. detecting selection, by the system input device, of a modifiable displayed item; b. receiving modification data from at least one of the plurality of user input devices; and c. modifying the modifiable displayed item with the received modification data.

Abstract: The present system relates to a device for imparting control to an application program. The device comprises a first sensor for carrying out a brainwave measurement when said first sensor is in contact with a user's head. The device further comprising a second sensor adapted to generate an output signal obtained from a measurement by the second sensor, when can for instance be a gyro sensor or a camera. The device is operable to use the output signal for imparting control to the application program in case the brainwave measurement falls outside a given interval of brainwave measurement values. The present system thus discloses a device that has an increased accuracy compared to the prior art devices.

Abstract: A controller for use in interfacing with a computer game. The controller includes a handle having at least one button, and a spherically shaped object connected to only one end of the handle. The spherically shaped object is defined from a translucent plastic material. Further included as part of the controller is an inertial sensor or accelerometer. The accelerometer may, as defined herein, be part of an inertial sensor. The controller also has an illuminating means defined within the spherically shaped object. A circuit is provided for interpreting input data from the at least one button and the inertial sensor, and is configured for communicating data wirelessly. The circuit is further configured to interface with the illuminating means to trigger illumination of the spherically shaped object to switch from an un-illuminated color to an illuminated color.

Abstract: Providing input and output for a mobile device may be provided. At a mobile device, input may be received from at least one of a plurality of remote input devices. The plurality of remote input devices may be remote from the mobile device. The mobile device may have at least one local input device. The at least one of the plurality of remote input devices may have a greater form factor than the local input device. Next, the received input may be processed. The mobile device may transmit the output to at least one of the plurality of remote output devices. The plurality of remote output devices may be remote from the mobile device. The mobile device may have at least one local output device. The at least one of the plurality of remote output devices may have a greater form factor than the local output device.

Abstract: This invention provides a display apparatus which mounts a tilt sensor, and can control whether or not the user makes an image feed operation based on the tilt. An image display apparatus includes a display unit which displays image data recorded in a recording medium, an instruction accepting unit which accepts an instruction to make the image feed operation according to the tilt of the image display apparatus from the user, a tilt detection unit which detects the tilt of the image display apparatus with respect to a predetermined direction, and a display control unit which controls the display unit to display and switch the image data in accordance with a change in tilt detected by the tilt detection unit, when the instruction accepting unit accepts the instruction and the tilt detection unit detects the change in tilt.

Abstract: The invention relates to a user interface device for controlling an electrical consumer, in particular, a light system. Further, it relates to light system using such user interface device. Moreover it relates to a method for controlling such light system using a user interface device.

Abstract: Provided is a moved touch sensing method. The moved touch sensing method according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention includes: acquiring channel information corresponding a touch inputted into a contact region; converting each of first channel information and second channel information acquired as the touch moves into order information according to a predetermined order; and outputting a movement distance clock signal representing a movement distance of the touch on the basis of the converted order information. According to exemplary embodiments of the present invention, it is possible to reduce a burden of a control processor by outputting information regarding a movement distance and a movement direction of a moved touch by using two clock signals.

Abstract: Provided are a portable input device for inputting coordinates, a method of calibrating the device, and a computer readable recording medium storing a computer program for making a computer perform the method. The portable input device includes two digital cameras, a calibration tool, a storage section, and a controller for calculating coordinates of an object on an input surface based on images taken by the two digital cameras based on images taken by the two digital cameras so as to include the calibration tool. The controller also calibrates positions and widths of a detection band which corresponds to a detection zone defined in a vicinity of the input surface. The positions and the widths of the detection band are stored in the storage section in relationship to positions on the input surface.

Abstract: In accordance with an example embodiment of the present invention, an apparatus comprising a camera configured to capture one or more media frames. Further, the apparatus comprises at least one processor and at least one memory including computer program code. The at least one memory and the computer program code is configured to, with the at least one processor, cause the apparatus to perform at least the following: filter the one or more media frames using one or more shaped filter banks; determine a gesture related to the one or more media frames; track movement of the gesture; and initiate a feature based at least in part on the tracked movement.

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments of a navigation input device, and methods, systems and components corresponding thereto. According to some embodiments, the navigation input device has a large depth of field associated therewith and employs time- and/or frequency-domain processing algorithms and techniques. The device is capable of providing accurate and reliable information regarding the (X,Y) position of the device on a navigation surface as it is moved laterally thereatop and thereacross, notwithstanding changes in a vertical position of the device that occur during navigation and that do not exceed the depth of field of an imaging lens incorporated therein. According to one embodiment, the navigation input device is a writing instrument that does not require the use of an underlying touch screen, touch pad or active backplane to accurately and reliably record successive (X,Y) positions of the writing device as it is moved across and atop an underlying writing medium such as paper, a pad or a display.

Abstract: A portable device with a touch screen display detects a contact area of a finger with the touch screen display and then determines a first position associated with the contact area. The cursor position of the finger contact is determined, at least in part, based on: the first position, one or more distances between the first position and one or more of the user interface objects; and one or more activation susceptibility numbers, each associated with a respective user interface object in the plurality of user interface objects. If the cursor position falls into the hidden hit region of a virtual push button on the touch screen display, the portable device is activated to perform operations associated with the virtual push button.

Abstract: An input device for an electronic device is disclosed comprising a source of light (2) emitting a light beam in a first direction, a reflecting member (4) for reflecting said light beam, means for allowing tilting of the reflecting member (4) around at least one axis transverse to said first direction, at least one detector (6,7,8,9) detecting the reflected light beam and outputting an electric signal corresponding to light intensity of the detected light beam in a second direction, in which the light beam is reflected, and an electronic circuit deriving a position signal from the at least one electric signal. Said means for allowing tilting of the reflecting member (4) comprise a first bearing (12) having at least one convex surface and at least one concave surface cooperating with each other in a sliding relationship thus enabling said tilting of said reflecting member (4).

Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices are disclosed which allow for remote mouse input from a portable network device to an external interface device using optical flow sensors detecting motion of the portable mouse device. Various techniques include systems, methods, and devices which manage this remote mouse input connection between one portable network device and multiple external interface devices, and between one external interface device and multiple portable network devices.

Abstract: The present invention teaches an improved method of controlling a cursor on a computer screen, without using the hand, by strapping the mouse around the patella section of the leg with a patella strap and utilizing leg muscle movement, while sitting down, to control the direction of the cursor. After manipulating the cursor by using body movement and keeping both hands on the keyboard, the programmable function keys or another hands free or appendage attached push button, motion, or voice device are used to execute a command. By eliminating the need of hand movement to move the cursor, the user is helped to prevent the development of carpal tunnel, DeQuervains tendonitis, debilitating muscle cramps, fatigue and other repeated motion related conditions.

Abstract: A computer mouse includes a shell and a cable. The shell includes a planar base wall, a top wall opposite to the base wall, a front wall interconnecting front edges of the top and base walls, a left sidewall interconnecting left edges of the top and base walls, and a right sidewall interconnecting right edges of the top and base walls. At least one scrolling wheel is formed on one of the left and right sidewalls. A pair of mechanical buttons are formed on the top wall. An opening is defined in the front wall receiving a socket therein. The socket has a plurality of conductive pins. An end of the cable forms a connector with a plurality of electric pins. The connector is detachablely inserted in the socket with the electric pins thereof connected with the conductive pins.

Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for simulating physical movement of a digital image. The apparatus includes an input receiving module, a calculation module, and a output module. The input receiving module is configured to receive a position input identifying a physical unit of measure. The calculation module is configured to correlate the physical unit of measurement to a position of a image positioning coordinate. The output module is configured to output the position of the image positioning coordinate.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are disclosed that incorporate chromatic sensors in a mouse to vary the operation of the mouse. Some embodiments may include a method of modifying the programming of a mouse that includes sampling, with the chromatic sensor, an optical property of a surface upon with the mouse is operating (such as color of the surface), and then dynamically modifying the programming of the mouse based upon the sampled optical property. In this manner, the operation of the mouse, such as tracking resolution, may be customized based upon the properties of the surface upon which the mouse is operating. Other embodiments may include utilizing the mouse with the chromatic sensor as a scanner to display images on a housing of the mouse.

Abstract: A dust-proof computer mouse with scroll function is disclosed. The computer mouse contains a housing having an upper surface and a lower surface, at least one depressible button on the upper surface, a scrolling area on the upper surface, an optical sensor dimple on the lower surface, and a cover layer covering at least an area of the upper surface around the depressible button to prevent dust from entering the interior of the housing through spaces around the depressible button.

Abstract: Devices and methods are disclosed which relate to improving the efficiency of text input by generating a dynamic virtual keyboard. Certain examples display a soft keyboard on a touchscreen of a text-entry device. The touchscreen works with the soft keyboard as a form of text input. Keyboard logic on the text-entry device is programmed to change the footprint of each key within the soft keyboard based on the prior entry. The keyboard logic assigns a prediction value to each key based on a statistical probability that the key will be entered next. The touchscreen displays a dynamic virtual keyboard based on these prediction values. Enhancements include resizing keys and their respective footprints relative to their prediction value. Other examples exploit the possible character sequences and their probabilities in a language and restructuring the keyboard to make text input more efficient. The devices and methods use modeling techniques to dynamically generate the size of the characters on the keyboard.

Abstract: Devices and methods are disclosed which relate to improving the efficiency of text input by measuring the angle of each key press and rejecting improbable keys pressed at an off-center angle. Examples include a text-entry device which has logic for resisting error while the user enters text on a keyboard of the text-entry device. Each key determines the angle at which the key is pressed. Keyboard logic on the text-entry device assigns a range of acceptable angles to each key. If a key is pressed within the range of acceptable angles, which is typically around the center, then the entry is permitted. If a key is pressed outside the range of acceptable angles, which is typically on the edges, then the entry is denied. Once text is entered, the keyboard logic assigns a prediction value to each key based on a statistical probability that the key will be entered next. The keyboard logic then adjusts the range of acceptable angles based on that statistical probability.

Abstract: An information processing apparatus control method achieves an improvement in terms of operability for a visually-impaired user, and while doing so, facilitates operation aid by another user. A control method for controlling an information processing apparatus having a display unit equipped with a touch panel, and an operation unit equipped with a hard numeric keypad unit, includes: assigning a function to move a pointer displayed on the display unit, to the hard numeric keypad unit; and effecting control to display a numeric keypad on the display unit in a case where the function to move the pointer is assigned to the hard numeric keypad unit.

Abstract: A multi-positional, multi-level user interface system including a keyboard hinged over a base surface for a pointing device such as a mouse. The keyboard and base rotate relative to each other about a hinge axis to reveal the surface, providing a portable keyboard and pointing surface. A kickstand can support the keyboard above the base while in an open position. The keyboard and pointing device can be used with two hands with the system resting in a user's lap. The keyboard can also swivel about an axis other than the hinge axis. The keyboard can swivel 180 degrees for left-handed use, and can be positioned at other detent angles. A mouse can also be stowed on the base with a magnetic, friction, or other coupling. The interface system can further act as a communication hub for other peripheral devices, such as a joystick, to communicate with a computing device.

Abstract: A vehicle is disclosed. having at least one sound output device to receive an output of at least one audio signal transmitting device. A display device has a plurality of display modes. A first plurality of buttons (254) includes four first buttons arranged in a generally circular pattern. At least one second button (256,258) is arranged in proximity to the generally circular pattern. One of the second buttons selects a display mode of the display device. The first plurality of buttons controls the output of a audio signal transmitting device associated with the selected display mode. An output of the sound-producing device associated with the selected mode is transmitted to the ' rider via the at least one sound output device. One of the second buttons changes a function of at least one of the first plurality of buttons.

Abstract: A method is set forth for automatically adjusting keypad brightness on a mobile electronic device having a light sensor, a keypad and a backlight for said keypad, comprising obtaining light level samples from the light sensor, turning the backlight from off to on in the event a current light level sample is less than a threshold value below which backlight illumination becomes necessary in order to read the keypad, and from off to on after a predetermined time period in the event the current light level sample is greater than the threshold value.

Abstract: Devices and methods are described for improving the efficiency of text input by requiring more pressure to select keys on a dynamic keyboard that are improbable key presses. Examples include a text-entry device which has logic for resisting error while the user enters text on a keyboard of the text-entry device. Each key has a lever mechanism which varies the force required to press the key. Keyboard logic on the text-entry device is programmed to change the force required to enter each key within the dynamic keyboard based on the prior entry. The keyboard logic assigns a prediction value to each key based on a statistical probability that the key will be entered next.

Abstract: Devices and methods are disclosed which relate to improving the efficiency of text input by generating a dynamic virtual keyboard. Examples display a soft keyboard on a touchscreen of a text-entry device. The touchscreen works with the soft keyboard as a form of text input. Keyboard logic on the text-entry device allows the user to select a desired layout for the keyboard, such that the user can change the ergonomics of the keyboard in order to make text input more comfortable. Different layouts reflect different typing styles, hand positions, etc.

Abstract: A method of processing touch commands and voice commands in parallel in an electronic device supporting speech recognition includes detecting a touch-down event on a touch-sensitive screen of the electronic device when touch input is sensed on the touch-sensitive screen, the touch-sensitive screen displaying one or more soft buttons, each soft button executing a corresponding command upon activation of the soft button. A microphone of the electronic device is activated to receive voice instructions in response to detecting the touch-down event. A touch-up event is detected when touch input is no longer sensed on the touch-sensitive screen, and it is determined whether a voice command was detected in a time period between the touch-down event and the touch-up event. The voice command is then executed if the voice command was detected.

Abstract: Methods for reducing jitter on a device with a touch-sensitive surface and a display are disclosed. In one embodiment, an object on the display moves in accordance with detected movements of a user's finger on the touch-sensitive surface, though movement may be delayed until subsequent movement events are detected when detected movement is less than a predefined distance threshold. In response to a movement less than the predefined distance threshold, or detecting lift off of the user's finger, the object is not moved from the current location so as to prevent jitter from affecting the final position of the object. A log is kept of the touch inputs by the user's finger so as to move the object appropriately when object movement is delayed. These methods permit an object to be placed on the display with single pixel accuracy.