Abstract:
The subject matter of the disclosure relates to connectors for antenna feed assemblies and display coupling components of a mobile device. The flexible connectors can be configured with a flexible spring connector component that couples a mobile device antenna to a main logic board of the mobile device within a housing of the mobile device such that the flexible connector can withstand a drop event, while at the same providing for an in-line inductance as part of an antenna-defined design requirement. The display of the mobile device can be coupled to a housing of the mobile device using a pin-screw arrangement that allows the display to controllably shift in the X-direction and the Y-direction, while only being purposefully constrained in the Z-direction (with reference to a 3 dimensional graph having X, Y, and Z axes). This configuration can prevent the display from being pulled out of alignment during a drop event.
Abstract:
A consumer electronic product includes at least a transparent housing and a flexible display assembly enclosed within the transparent housing. In the described embodiment, the flexible display assembly is configured to present visual content at any portion of the transparent housing.
Abstract:
Sensor assemblies for electronic devices are described. According to some embodiments, the sensor assemblies include solid-state sensors, such as capacitive sensors, piezoelectric sensors or piezoresistive sensors. The sensor assemblies can include a number of features that provide a compact profile, making them well suited for integration into small spaces of electronic device enclosures. The sensor assemblies can also include features that isolate movement of various parts of the sensor assemblies, allowing for accurate detection of a sensing event. According to some embodiments, the sensor assemblies are coupled to haptic actuators, speaker, or both, which mimic the feel of a mechanical button and enhance a user's experience.
Abstract:
Various structures and methods are disclosed for packaging a biometric sensor, such as a capacitive biometric sensor. Embodiments incorporate various placements of the biometric sensor, structure surrounding a biometric sensor, connection structures (electrical, physical, or both), and techniques for enhanced sensor imaging, sensor retention, and guiding a user's finger to a proper location above a biometric sensor. For example, A biometric sensor assembly can include an aperture formed in a trim with a cap disposed in the aperture. A biometric sensor may be positioned below the cap and a switch positioned below the biometric sensor.
Abstract:
Systems, methods, and devices are disclosed for applying concealment of components of an electronic device 10. In one embodiment, an electronic device 10 may include a component, e.g., 20, 32, 24, that is disposed behind a window 24 configured to selectively become transparent or opaque, such as a polymer- dispersed liquid crystal PDLC window. The component includes an image capture device 20, a strobe flash 32, a biometric sensor 34, a light sensor, a proximity sensor, or a solar panel, or a combination thereof. Additionally, the electronic device 10 includes data processing circuitry 12 configured to determine when an event requesting that the component be exposed occurs. Furthermore, the electronic device 10 includes a window controller 22 that may control the window 24 to become transparent, to expose the component upon the occurrence of the event requesting that the component be exposed.
Abstract:
There is provided an electronic device (10), comprising a foldable housing configured to fold along an axis, a flexible display (14) having first and second display regions (126, 129) separated by a bend region (110) that overlaps the axis. The flexible display (14) is operable in a closed configuration (125) in which the first and second display regions (126, 129) face each other and an open configuration (123) in which the first and second display regions (126, 129) are oriented at a non-zero angle with respect to one another. The electronic device (10) also comprises a hinge (144) aligned with the axis and configured to hold the flexible display (14) in the open configuration (123).
Abstract:
There is provided an electronic device (10). The electronic device (10) comprises a display (14) having a first pixel region (20A), a second pixel region (52), and a third pixel region (52). The electronic device (10) further comprises a first inactive display area (20I) interposed between the first and second pixel regions, and a second inactive display area (20I) interposed between the second and third pixel regions. The third pixel region (52) is configured to display an icon (80) between the first and second inactive display areas.
Abstract:
Electronic devices may be provided that contain flexible displays and internal components. An internal component may be positioned under the flexible display. The internal component may be an output device such as a speaker that transmits sound through the flexible display or an actuator that deforms the display in a way that is sensed by a user. The internal component may also be a microphone or pressure sensor that receives sound or pressure information through the flexible display. Structural components may be used to permanently or temporarily deform the flexible display to provide tactile feedback to a user of the device. Electronic devices may be provided with concave displays or convex displays formed from one or more flexible layers including a flexible display layer. Portions of the flexible display may be used as speaker membranes for display-based speaker structures.
Abstract:
There is provided a portable electronic device comprising: an outer periphery member (100) defining an exterior surface of the portable electronic device. The outer periphery member comprises a first conductive element (120) formed from a first metal material, the first conductive element defining a corner portion of the portable electronic device; a second conductive element (110) formed from a second metal material, at least one of the first conductive element (120) or the second conductive element (110) forming part of an antenna assembly of the portable electronic device; and an intermediate element (114) formed from a dielectric material, the intermediate element (114) positioned between the first conductive element (120) and the second conductive element (110) and electrically insulating the first conductive element (120) from the second conductive element (110).