Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system – Display peripheral interface input device
Reexamination Certificate
2006-09-19
2006-09-19
Knight, Anthony (Department: 2121)
Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system
Display peripheral interface input device
C700S017000, C700S083000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07109970
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for remotely operating a computer using a combination of voice commands and finger movements. The apparatus includes a microphone and a plurality of control elements in the form of touch-sensitive touchpads and/or motion-sensitive elements that are used to operate the computer and to move an on-screen cursor. At least one touchpad is used to selectively switch between a command-mode of operation in which the computer interprets spoken words as commands for operating the computer and any software applications being used, and a text-mode of operation in which the computer interprets spoken words literally as text to be inserted into a software application. The apparatus is ergonomically designed to enable it to be easily worn and to enable a user to operate a computer from a standing, sitting or reclining position. The apparatus can be used to operate a computer for traditional computing purposes such as word processing or browsing the Internet, or for other purposes such as operating electronic devices such as a television and/or other household appliances. The apparatus eliminates the need for a keyboard and a mouse to operate a computer. In addition, the apparatus can be used as a telephone.
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Hartman, Jr. Ronald D.
Knight Anthony
Shemwell Mahamedi LLP
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