Condensed keyboard for electronic devices

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2008-05-27

2008-05-27

Edwards, Jr., Timothy (Department: 2612)

Coded data generation or conversion

Bodily actuated code generator

Including keyboard or keypad

C200S0050EA, C200S518000, C400S485000, C400S489000, C345S169000, C379S433070

Reexamination Certificate

active

07378991

ABSTRACT:
Methods, apparatuses, systems, and media for generating characters for electronic devices using condensed keyboards are disclosed. Embodiments comprise a method of manipulating a set of keys adapted to be manipulated using fingers of a left hand and a right hand of a user, each of the keys capable of generating multiple characters. A variation of the method includes using one or more keys adapted to be used by thumbs of the user to generate other characters and/or control characters. Other embodiments comprise keyboards, apparatuses, and portable electronic devices that comprise two sets of keys for manipulation and desired character generation. The keyboards generally have four or more keys for each hand, and the keyboards may be located on the back and/or sides of portable the systems.

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