Typewriting machines – Key-board or key lever-actuating mechanism – Key-board arranged according to character location
Reexamination Certificate
2006-09-27
2010-02-09
Nguyen, Anthony H. (Department: 2854)
Typewriting machines
Key-board or key lever-actuating mechanism
Key-board arranged according to character location
C400S485000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07658561
ABSTRACT:
A key arrangement includes a plurality of keys associated with alphabetic characters that include consonants and vowels. Each key within the plurality of keys is associated with a plurality of consonants and no more than one vowel. The plurality of keys is arranged in a grid pattern having at least five keys. The consonants are arranged in a standard keyboard format. Numbers may also be associated with the keys. A mobile communication device includes the key arrangement, a display, a processor, a housing, and a plurality of toggle switches associated with the keys. A method of using a key arrangement is also described.
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Nguyen Anthony H.
Novak Druce & Quigg LLP
Research In Motion Limited
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