公开(公告)号：US09244492B2

公开(公告)日：2016-01-26

申请号：US14022015

申请日：2013-09-09

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Gerhard A. Schneider ,  Scott Krueger ,  Robert D. Watson ,  Alexei Kosut ,  Tony Chi Wang Ng

IPC: G06F1/16 ,  H04R3/00 ,  G06F3/16

CPC classification number: G06F1/1632 ,  G06F1/1684 ,  G06F3/162 ,  H04R3/00

Abstract: Docking stations that may interface with various types of accessories. One example may physically and electrically support a connection to a portable computing device in either one or two orientations. One or more receptacles or dedicated or tethered cables may provide connections to one or more accessories. Examples may be able to authenticate and identify themselves to portable computing devices such that the devices know how to configure data outputs provided to the docking stations. An audio channel that converts digital audio signals and provides an analog audio signal at an audio jack may be included. Multiplexing circuitry that allows reversible connectors to be used may also be included.

Abstract translation: 对接站可能与各种类型的配件接口。 一个示例可以在一个或两个方向上以物理和电气方式支持与便携式计算设备的连接。 一个或多个插座或专用或束缚的电缆可以提供到一个或多个附件的连接。 示例可能能够对便携式计算设备进行认证和识别，使得设备知道如何配置提供给对接站的数据输出。 可以包括转换数字音频信号并在音频插孔处提供模拟音频信号的音频通道。 也可以包括允许使用可逆连接器的复用电路。

公开(公告)号：US20150077926A1

公开(公告)日：2015-03-19

申请号：US14032091

申请日：2013-09-19

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Gerhard A. Schneider ,  Scott Krueger ,  Robert D. Watson ,  Alexei Kosut

IPC: G06F1/16 ,  G06F1/18

CPC classification number: G06F1/1632 ,  G06F1/189 ,  G06F1/263 ,  G06F1/266 ,  H02J7/0044 ,  H02J7/0047 ,  H02J2007/0001 ,  H02J2007/0049 ,  H02J2007/005 ,  H02J2007/0096 ,  H04M1/04 ,  H04M1/72527

Abstract: Docking stations that may facilitate the sharing or transfer of power among a portable computing device, a docking station, and an accessory. One example may provide power from an accessory to a portable computing device. Switches may be used to avoid harm from inadvertent contact with voltages on exposed terminals. Another example may provide power directly from a battery on a portable computing device to an accessory. Another may limit this direct connection to a first type of accessory. Examples may limit a power connection to another type of accessory through a regulator. Another example may power one or more internal circuits either through a portable computing device or an accessory, depending on a mode of operation of the portable computing device.

Abstract translation: 对接站可以便于在便携式计算设备，坞站和附件之间共享或传送电力。 一个示例可以提供从附件到便携式计算设备的电力。 可以使用开关来避免与外露端子上的电压无意接触的危害。 另一个示例可以直接从便携式计算设备上的电池向附件提供电力。 另一种可能会限制这种直接连接到第一类型的附件。 实例可能通过调节器限制与另一类型附件的电源连接。 另一个示例可以根据便携式计算设备的操作模式通过便携式计算设备或附件来供电一个或多个内部电路。

公开(公告)号：US10139860B2

公开(公告)日：2018-11-27

申请号：US15227227

申请日：2016-08-03

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Gerhard A. Schneider ,  Scott Krueger ,  Robert D. Watson

IPC: G06F1/16 ,  G06F1/18 ,  G06F1/26 ,  H02J7/00 ,  H04M1/04 ,  H04M1/725

Abstract: Docking stations that may facilitate the sharing or transfer of power among a portable computing device, a docking station, and an accessory. One example may provide power from an accessory to a portable computing device. Switches may be used to avoid harm from inadvertent contact with voltages on exposed terminals. Another example may provide power directly from a battery on a portable computing device to an accessory. Another may limit this direct connection to a first type of accessory. Examples may limit a power connection to another type of accessory through a regulator. Another example may power one or more internal circuits either through a portable computing device or an accessory, depending on a mode of operation of the portable computing device.

公开(公告)号：US20140136863A1

公开(公告)日：2014-05-15

申请号：US14080683

申请日：2013-11-14

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Dan Fritchman ,  Jeffrey J. Terlizzi ,  Nicholas A. Sims ,  Paul Thompson ,  Scott Krueger

IPC: G06F1/26

CPC classification number: G06F1/26 ,  G06F1/263 ,  G06F1/266 ,  G06F2221/2129 ,  H02J7/0004 ,  H02J7/0011 ,  H02J7/0027 ,  H02J7/0036 ,  H02J7/0055 ,  H02J2007/0001 ,  H02J2007/0062 ,  H02J2007/0096

Abstract: Techniques for performing high-voltage charging of electronic devices are provided. A portable device can communicate with a power supply over a data communication line to determine if the power supply is capable of performing the high-voltage charging operation. If yes, the portable device instructs the power supply to provide a specific voltage.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于执行电子设备的高压充电的技术。 便携式设备可以通过数据通信线路与电源通信，以确定电源是否能够执行高压充电操作。 如果是，便携式设备指示电源提供特定的电压。

公开(公告)号：US08688876B1

公开(公告)日：2014-04-01

申请号：US13731634

申请日：2012-12-31

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Daniel J. Fritchman ,  Tony Chi Wang Ng ,  Jeffrey J. Terlizzi ,  Scott Krueger

IPC: G06F13/38

CPC classification number: H01R31/065 ,  G06F1/1632 ,  G06F13/385 ,  G06F13/387

Abstract: An adapter for providing connectivity between a host connector of a host device and an accessory connector of an accessory that is incompatible with the host connector is described. The adapter can include a host interface connector that is compatible with the host connector, and an accessory interface connector that is compatible with the accessory connector of the accessory. The adapter may further include an identification module that can provide adapter identification information to a host device connected to the host interface connector, and may also include an authentication module that can authenticate an accessory connected to the accessory interface connector.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于在主机设备的主机连接器和与主机连接器不兼容的附件的附件连接器之间提供连接的适配器。 适配器可以包括与主机连接器兼容的主机接口连接器以及与附件的附件连接器兼容的附件接口连接器。 适配器还可以包括识别模块，该识别模块可以向连接到主机接口连接器的主机设备提供适配器识别信息，并且还可以包括认证模块，该认证模块可以认证连接到附件接口连接器的附件。

公开(公告)号：US20130173746A1

公开(公告)日：2013-07-04

申请号：US13659632

申请日：2012-10-24

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Jesse Dorogusker ,  Scott Krueger ,  Lawrence Bolton ,  Emily C. Schubert ,  Gregory T. Lydon ,  Debbie Lambert ,  Michael B. Hailey ,  Donald Ginsburg

IPC: H04L29/06

CPC classification number: H04L67/02 ,  A63B21/0053 ,  A63B22/0023 ,  A63B22/02 ,  A63B22/0605 ,  A63B22/0664 ,  A63B24/0084 ,  A63B71/0622 ,  A63B2071/0625 ,  A63B2071/065 ,  A63B2071/0658 ,  A63B2071/0683 ,  A63B2220/18 ,  A63B2220/20 ,  A63B2220/30 ,  A63B2225/20 ,  A63B2225/50 ,  A63B2230/06 ,  A63B2230/75 ,  G06F1/1632 ,  G06F19/3481 ,  G09B19/0038

Abstract: Circuits, methods, and apparatus allow sports or other equipment, such as gym or other cardio equipment, to write data to a media player. Examples further provide the uploading of this data to a computer and third-party website. To monitor progress, the third-party website can be used to track workout data over time. The third party-website can also collect data from other users, which is particularly useful for providing a competitive environment. This data can then be graphically displayed in various ways to provide encouragement.

Abstract translation: 电路，方法和装置允许诸如健身房或其他有氧设备的运动或其他设备向媒体播放器写入数据。 例如进一步提供将该数据上传到计算机和第三方网站。 为了监控进度，第三方网站可以用于跟踪锻炼数据。 第三方网站还可以从其他用户收集数据，这对于提供竞争环境特别有用。 然后可以以各种方式图形地显示该数据以提供鼓励。

公开(公告)号：US20130144464A1

公开(公告)日：2013-06-06

申请号：US13748364

申请日：2013-01-23

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： Jesse L. Dorogusker ,  Anthony M. Fadell ,  Andrew Hodge ,  Allen P. Haughay, JR. ,  Scott Krueger ,  James Eric Mason ,  Donald J. Novotney ,  Emily Clark Schubert ,  Policarpo B. Wood ,  Timothy M. Johnson

IPC: G06F17/00

CPC classification number: G06F17/00 ,  A63B24/0062 ,  A63B24/0084 ,  A63B69/0028 ,  A63B69/16 ,  A63B2024/0068 ,  A63B2024/0093 ,  A63B2071/063 ,  A63B2071/0691 ,  A63B2220/12 ,  A63B2220/14 ,  A63B2220/17 ,  A63B2220/18 ,  A63B2220/20 ,  A63B2220/30 ,  A63B2220/40 ,  A63B2220/54 ,  A63B2220/58 ,  A63B2220/72 ,  A63B2220/73 ,  A63B2220/76 ,  A63B2220/806 ,  A63B2220/807 ,  A63B2220/833 ,  A63B2225/15 ,  A63B2225/20 ,  A63B2225/50 ,  A63B2230/06 ,  A63B2230/065 ,  A63B2230/75 ,  B62J99/00 ,  B62J2099/0013 ,  B62J2099/0026 ,  G01C21/343 ,  G01C21/362 ,  G01C21/3647 ,  G01C22/002

Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices are provided to sense unauthorized use of a vehicle. For example, an electronic device may include sensors to detect an operational parameter of a bicycle and communications circuitry to couple the electronic device to a second electronic device associated with user of the bicycle according to authorization information. Control circuitry may determine when the bicycle is in operation based at least in part on the detected operational parameter, identify whether the second electronic device is substantially within a communicative proximity of the electronic device when the bicycle is in operation, and generate an alert indicating unauthorized operation when the second electronic device is not identified as substantially within the communicative proximity of the electronic device.

Abstract translation: 提供系统，方法和设备以感测未经授权的车辆使用。 例如，电子设备可以包括用于检测自行车的操作参数的传感器和根据授权信息将电子设备耦合到与自行车的用户相关联的第二电子设备的通信电路。 控制电路可以至少部分地基于检测到的操作参数来确定自行车何时处于运行状态，当自行车运行时识别第二电子设备是否基本上在电子设备的通信邻近内，并且产生指示未经授权的警报 当第二电子设备未被识别为基本上在电子设备的通信接近中时的操作。

公开(公告)号：US20130138861A1

公开(公告)日：2013-05-30

申请号：US13680000

申请日：2012-11-16

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Jeffrey J. Terlizzi ,  Daniel J. Fritchman ,  Scott Krueger ,  Terry Tikalsky ,  Debra A. Sillman ,  Tony Chi Wang Ng

IPC: G06F13/42

CPC classification number: G06F21/44 ,  G06F21/85

Abstract: An adapter for connecting an accessory to a portable electronic device includes a first connector compatible with a connector of the portable electronic device and a second connector compatible with a connector of the accessory. The connectors of the accessory and the portable electronic device are otherwise incompatible with each other. The adapter provides two levels of authentication. First, the adapter authenticates itself to the portable electronic device. If this first authentication is successful, then the adapter authenticates the accessory to the adapter.

Abstract translation: 用于将附件连接到便携式电子设备的适配器包括与便携式电子设备的连接器兼容的第一连接器和与附件的连接器兼容的第二连接器。 附件和便携式电子设备的连接器彼此不兼容。 适配器提供两个级别的身份验证。 首先，适配器将其自身认证到便携式电子设备。 如果此第一次认证成功，则适配器将认证适配器的附件。

公开(公告)号：US10412208B1

公开(公告)日：2019-09-10

申请号：US14291033

申请日：2014-05-30

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Jahan Christian Minoo ,  Scott Krueger

IPC: H04M1/00 ,  H04M1/725

Abstract: Embodiments relate generally to mobile devices and more particular to notification accessories capable of displaying alerts generated by mobile devices. In one embodiment, a notification accessory in the form of a wristband is disclosed. The notification accessory can receive notifications wirelessly from a mobile device and display the notifications to a user. Icons illuminating in different colors and haptics can be used to alert the user to the presence of the notification. In other embodiments, the notification accessory can also be used to send commands back to the mobile device.

公开(公告)号：US10061351B2

公开(公告)日：2018-08-28

申请号：US14957504

申请日：2015-12-02

Applicant: Apple Inc.

Inventor： Jeffery T. Lee ,  Scott Krueger

IPC: H02J7/00 ,  G06F1/16 ,  H01R13/627 ,  H01R24/62 ,  H01R13/73

CPC classification number: G06F1/163 ,  G06F1/1635 ,  G06F1/1637 ,  H01R13/6275 ,  H01R13/73 ,  H01R24/62

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for docking a portable user device to a docking device or adapter via a clip mechanism. A portable user device may include two clip members which rotate relative to one another about an axis. A coupling pivot may be coupled to both clip members to facilitate relative rotation, and may provide a clamping force between the clip members. One or more terminals may be located on at least one of the clip members, allowing data transfer, charging, or other functions when the portable user device is docked using the clip mechanism.