公开(公告)号：US08689147B2

公开(公告)日：2014-04-01

申请号：US11532409

申请日：2006-09-15

Applicant: Jason T. Griffin ,  Andrew Bocking ,  Sherryl Lee Lorraine Scott ,  Harry Major ,  David Yach

Inventor： Jason T. Griffin ,  Andrew Bocking ,  Sherryl Lee Lorraine Scott ,  Harry Major ,  David Yach

IPC: G06F3/00 ,  G09G5/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/0482 ,  G06F3/023 ,  G06F3/04817 ,  G06F3/04842 ,  G06F3/0489 ,  H04M1/7258 ,  H04M2250/56

Abstract: A wireless handheld communication device having a housing containing a display screen located above a physical keyboard. The keyboard includes a plurality of physical keys and corresponding indicia. Some of the keys are associated with alphabetic characters corresponding to a QWERTY array of letters A-Z and some are associated with numeric characters 0-9 corresponding to a telephone keypad arrangement. At least some of the keys associated with numeric characters are overlaid on the physical keys associated with alphabetic characters. A microprocessor is included that runs the device in at least a telephony mode, an email mode and at least one additional mode. The microprocessor displays a key-function map on the display screen indicative of enabled functions associated with particular physical keys of the keyboard which are different from any function signified by the indicia associated with the respective particular physical key.

Abstract translation: 一种无线手持通信设备，其具有包含位于物理键盘上方的显示屏的外壳。 键盘包括多个物理键和相应的标记。 一些键与字母A-Z的QWERTY阵列对应的字母字符相关联，一些与电话键盘装置对应的数字字符0-9相关联。 与数字字符相关联的至少一些键被叠加在与字母字符相关联的物理键上。 包括微处理器，其以至少电话模式，电子邮件模式和至少一个附加模式运行设备。 微处理器在显示屏幕上显示指示与键盘的特定物理键相关联的启用功能的键功能映射图，其不同于与相应特定物理键相关联的标记表示的任何功能。

公开(公告)号：US08564539B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-22

申请号：US13540817

申请日：2012-07-03

Applicant: Vadim Fux ,  Jason T. Griffin

Inventor： Vadim Fux ,  Jason T. Griffin

IPC: G06F3/02

CPC classification number: G06F3/0237 ,  G06F17/276

Abstract: A handheld electronic device includes a reduced QWERTY keyboard and is enabled with disambiguation software. The device provides an improved text case feature. The device provides output in the form of a default output and a number of variants. The output is based largely upon the frequency, i.e., the likelihood that a user intended a particular output, but various features of the device provide additional variants that are not based solely on frequency and rather are provided by various logic structures resident on the device. The device enables editing during text entry and also provides a learning function that allows the disambiguation function to adapt to provide a customized experience for the user. The disambiguation function can be selectively disabled and an alternate keystroke interpretation system provided. Additionally, the device can facilitate the selection of variants by displaying a graphic of a special key of the keypad that enables a user to progressively select variants generally without changing the position of the user's hands on the device. If a field into which text is being entered is determined to be a special input field, a disambiguated result can be sought first from a predetermined data source prior to seeking results from other data sources on the device.

Abstract translation: 手持电子设备包括减少的QWERTY键盘，并启用消歧软件。 该设备提供了改进的文本大小写功能。 该设备以默认输出和多个变体的形式提供输出。 输出主要基于频率，即用户想要特定输出的可能性，但是设备的各种特征提供了不仅仅基于频率的附加变体，而是由驻留在设备上的各种逻辑结构提供。 该设备允许在文本输入期间进行编辑，并且还提供学习功能，其允许消歧功能适应于为用户提供定制体验。 可以选择性地禁用消歧功能，并提供替代的击键解释系统。 此外，该设备可以通过显示小键盘的特殊键的图形来促进变体的选择，使得用户能够逐渐逐渐选择变体，而不改变用户在设备上的手的位置。 如果将输入文本的字段确定为特殊输入字段，则可以在从设备上的其他数据源寻找结果之前首先从预定数据源寻找消歧结果。

公开(公告)号：US08554281B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-08

申请号：US12884894

申请日：2010-09-17

Applicant: Sherryl Lee Lorraine Scott ,  Jason T. Griffin

Inventor： Sherryl Lee Lorraine Scott ,  Jason T. Griffin

IPC: H04B1/38

CPC classification number: G06F17/289 ,  G06F17/275

Abstract: A method of automatically establishing an input language for a handheld electronic device includes receiving a request to initiate the composition of a new message, receiving a selection of a particular contact that is the intended recipient of the message, and determining whether the particular contact has a stored preferred input language. If a preferred input language is stored, the method includes determining whether the preferred input language is different than the current input language (which may be a pre-established default input language). If the preferred input language is different, the method further includes switching the current input language to the preferred input language. Also provided is an improved handheld electronic device having one or more routines adapted to implement the method. Also provided is a method of indicating a preferred language in association with a call received by or placed to the device.

Abstract translation: 一种自动建立手持电子设备的输入语言的方法包括接收发起新消息的组合的请求，接收作为消息的预期接收者的特定联系人的选择，以及确定特定联系人是否具有 存储首选输入语言。 如果存储优选输入语言，则该方法包括确定优选输入语言是否不同于当前输入语言（其可以是预先建立的默认输入语言）。 如果优选输入语言不同，则该方法还包括将当前输入语言切换到优选的输入语言。 还提供了具有适于实现该方法的一个或多个例程的改进的手持式电子设备。 还提供了一种指示与由设备接收或放置到设备的呼叫相关联的优选语言的方法。

公开(公告)号：US08537117B2

公开(公告)日：2013-09-17

申请号：US11674640

申请日：2007-02-13

Applicant: Jason T. Griffin ,  Cortez Corley

Inventor： Jason T. Griffin ,  Cortez Corley

IPC: G09G5/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/0219 ,  G06F1/1626 ,  G06F1/1656 ,  G06F1/1662 ,  G06F1/169 ,  G06F3/0489 ,  H04M1/72552

Abstract: A handheld wireless communication device configured to send and receive text messages. The device is hand cradleable with a body configured to be held in one hand by an operator during text entry. A display is located on a front face of the body and upon which information is displayed to the operator during text entry. A key field is also located on the front face of the body and that includes a plurality of alphanumeric input keys and menu control keys. A microprocessor is provided that receives operator commands from the keys and the trackball navigation tool and which affects corresponding changes to the display based on user input. The key field is arranged such that the keys in lateral exterior key columns are associated with an application function.

Abstract translation: 被配置为发送和接收文本消息的手持无线通信设备。 该装置是可手握的，其中主体被配置为在文本输入期间由操作者一只手握持。 显示器位于身体的正面，并且在文本输入期间向显示器显示信息。 关键字段也位于身体的正面，并且包括多个字母数字输入键和菜单控制键。 提供了一种微处理器，其从键和轨迹球导航工具接收操作员命令，并且基于用户输入影响对显示的相应变化。 关键领域被布置成使得侧向外键列中的键与应用功能相关联。

公开(公告)号：US08380712B2

公开(公告)日：2013-02-19

申请号：US13285179

申请日：2011-10-31

Applicant: Robert J. Lowles ,  Jason T. Griffin ,  Michael S. Brown

Inventor： Robert J. Lowles ,  Jason T. Griffin ,  Michael S. Brown

IPC: G06F17/30

CPC classification number: G06F17/25 ,  G06F1/1626 ,  G06F1/1664 ,  G06F3/0237 ,  G06F17/24 ,  G06F17/2735 ,  G06F17/276 ,  H04M1/7253 ,  H04M1/72547 ,  H04M1/72561 ,  H04M2250/70 ,  Y10S707/99942

Abstract: Standard word lists that are often used for such operations as predictive text, spell checking, and word completion are based on general linguistic data that might not accurately reflect actual text usage patterns of particular users. Systems and methods of building and using a custom word list for use in text operations on an electronic device are provided. A collection of text items associated with a user of the electronic device is scanned to identify words in the text items. A weighting is then assigned to each identified word, and the words and corresponding weightings are stored.

公开(公告)号：US08346295B2

公开(公告)日：2013-01-01

申请号：US11837922

申请日：2007-08-13

Applicant: Jason T. Griffin ,  Mihal Lazaridis ,  Frank M. Tyneski

Inventor： Jason T. Griffin ,  Mihal Lazaridis ,  Frank M. Tyneski

IPC: H04M1/00

CPC classification number: H04M1/23 ,  G06F1/1626 ,  G06F1/1664 ,  G06F3/0234

Abstract: In accordance with the teachings described herein, systems and methods are provided for implementing a dual-mode keypad for a mobile device. The keypad may operate in a telephony mode and a text-entry mode. The keypad may include a plurality of dual-mode keys that each include an associated telephony character and at least one associated text-entry character. The dual-mode keys may include one or more toggle keys, with each toggle key having a plurality of associated text-entry characters and one associated telephony character. The dual-mode keys may be partially covered by the keypad surface so that a plurality of key surfaces extend from the key and protrude through the keypad surface. In text-entry mode, the dual-mode keys are operable to input text-entry characters. In telephony mode, the dual-mode keys are operable to input telephony characters.

Abstract translation: 根据本文所述的教导，提供了用于实现用于移动设备的双模式键盘的系统和方法。 键盘可以在电话模式和文本输入模式下操作。 键盘可以包括多个双模式键，每个双模式键包括相关联的电话字符和至少一个相关联的文本输入字符。 双模式键可以包括一个或多个切换键，每个切换键具有多个相关联的文本输入字符和一个相关联的电话字符。 双模式键可以被键盘表面部分地覆盖，使得多个键表面从键延伸并且突出通过键盘表面。 在文本输入模式下，双模式键可用于输入文本输入字符。 在电话模式中，双模式键可操作以输入电话字符。

公开(公告)号：US08330628B2

公开(公告)日：2012-12-11

申请号：US13244820

申请日：2011-09-26

Applicant: Jason T. Griffin

Inventor： Jason T. Griffin

IPC: H03M11/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/0202 ,  H01H2221/05 ,  H01H2221/074

Abstract: A hand-held electronic device has a keyboard with a plurality of keys, each key having a substantially flat contact surface extending to the sides of each key. One of the sides of the key is beveled.

Abstract translation: 手持电子装置具有带有多个键的键盘，每个键具有延伸到每个键的侧面的基本平坦的接触表面。 键的一侧是斜面。

公开(公告)号：US20120280914A1

公开(公告)日：2012-11-08

申请号：US13550768

申请日：2012-07-17

Applicant: Norman M. Ladouceur ,  Jason T. Griffin

Inventor： Norman M. Ladouceur ,  Jason T. Griffin

IPC: G06F3/02

CPC classification number: H04M1/0237 ,  H04M1/0214 ,  H04M1/233

Abstract: Handheld mobile communication devices according to the disclosure have a closed position, in which the display member of the device covers at least a portion of the keys of on the keypad member of the device, and an open position, in which the keys are accessible and the device is operated. When the display member is in the open position, it forms an ergonomically desirable angle (e.g., on the order of about 155°) relative to the keypad member. However, unlike clamshell-type cellular phones, the display member does not simply flip open about a conventional pivot joint. Rather, it moves from the closed position, where it is parallel and adjacent to the keypad member, to the open, angled position through a sliding/sweeping motion; through an eccentric, “up-and-over” rotational motion; or through a combination sliding/“up-and-over” motion.

Abstract translation: 根据本公开的手持式移动通信设备具有关闭位置，其中设备的显示构件覆盖设备的小键盘构件上的键的至少一部分，以及打开位置，其中键可访问， 设备运行。 当显示构件处于打开位置时，其相对于键盘构件形成人体工程学上期望的角度（例如，大约155°的数量级）。 然而，与蛤壳型蜂窝电话不同，显示构件不仅简单地围绕传统的枢轴接头翻开。 相反，它通过滑动/扫掠运动从其平行并邻近键盘构件的关闭位置移动到打开的倾斜位置; 通过偏心，上下旋转运动; 或通过组合滑动/上下运动。

公开(公告)号：US08284163B2

公开(公告)日：2012-10-09

申请号：US12696979

申请日：2010-01-29

Applicant: Mihal Lazaridis ,  Jason T. Griffin ,  Steven Henry Fyke

Inventor： Mihal Lazaridis ,  Jason T. Griffin ,  Steven Henry Fyke

IPC: G09G5/08

CPC classification number: G06F3/016 ,  G06F1/1616 ,  G06F1/1626 ,  G06F1/169

Abstract: A handheld electronic device includes an input apparatus, an output apparatus, and a processor apparatus. The input apparatus includes a reduced keyboard and roller ball input. The roller ball input includes a movable portion that is substantially continuously rotatable with respect to a housing of the device and is rotatable about more than one axis providing input. The processor apparatus includes a disambiguation routine that can output various proposed interpretations of inputs from the reduced keyboard. The roller ball input advantageously provides various inputs to the handheld electronic device without requiring significant user attention, which enables a user to direct greater amount of attention to the output from the disambiguation routine and other aspects of the device. The roller ball input can be configured to additionally be translatable to provide an input, and additionally and/or alternatively the roller ball input can provide a tactile or other feedback to a user.

Abstract translation: 手持电子设备包括输入设备，输出设备和处理器设备。 该输入装置包括一个简化的键盘和滚球输入。 滚珠输入包括可移动部分，该可移动部分可相对于装置的外壳基本连续地旋转，并且可围绕提供输入的多于一个的轴线旋转。 处理器装置包括一个消歧程序，可以从简化的键盘输出各种所提供的输入解释。 滚珠输入有利地为手持电子设备提供各种输入，而不需要显着的用户关注，这使得用户能够从消歧例程和设备的其他方面引导更多的注意力。 滚珠输入可以被配置为另外可平移以提供输入，并且另外和/或可替代地，滚珠输入可以向用户提供触觉或其他反馈。

公开(公告)号：US20120148894A1

公开(公告)日：2012-06-14

申请号：US13399019

申请日：2012-02-17

Applicant: Norman M. LADOUCEUR ,  Jason T. GRIFFIN ,  Frank TYNESKI

Inventor： Norman M. LADOUCEUR ,  Jason T. GRIFFIN ,  Frank TYNESKI

IPC: H01M2/10

CPC classification number: H01M2/1066 ,  H01M2/1027

Abstract: In a portable electronic device having a battery compartment and a removeable cover therefor, the battery compartment and cover are configured to accommodate batteries of at least two different sizes.

Abstract translation: 在具有电池室和可移除盖的便携式电子设备中，电池室和盖构造成容纳至少两种不同尺寸的电池。