Method for providing idle screen layer endowed with visual effect and method for providing idle screen by using the same

Abstract

A method for displaying an idle screen, which is varied depending on a specific condition of a mobile communication terminal, for better graphic impressions. When the user of the mobile communication terminal travels between countries, when a border crossing is detected, a landmark image of a corresponding country is displayed on the idle screen. In addition, an animation effect is displayed on the idle screen so as to inform of the occurrence of the corresponding event. Accordingly, a novel graphic effect is provided to the user via a user interface having enhanced entertaining features.

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PRIORITY[0001]This application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §119 to an application entitled “Method For Providing Idle Screen Layer Endowed With Visual Effect And Method For Providing Idle Screen By Using The Same” filed with the Korean Intellectual Property Office on May 24, 2006 and assigned Serial No. 2006-46629, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates to a mobile communication terminal, and more particularly to a method for providing an idle screen of a mobile communication terminal.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]Typically, mobile terminals include various convenience features for enhancing the use of the terminals in addition to the basic communication function. As display technologies become more advanced, mobile terminal displays have become larger and capable of displaying more colors. As user demands have increased, it has become more important t...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention provides a method for creating idle screen layers with a visual effect for mobile communication terminals. The method includes providing a background layer for displaying a background image based on the user's location, a country-based landmark layer for displaying a landmark image on the idle screen when the user moves, and an event-related layer for displaying a predetermined animation effect when an event occurs in the mobile communication terminal. This allows for a unique and interesting interface for users, providing them with a new and pleasant experience.

Problems solved by technology

However, although conventional mobile terminals can provide desired sounds and screens based on download services, the idle screens are typically the same.

Although content such as, photos, moving pictures, etc. may be displayed on the idle screen in addition to the images, the amount of information available from such an idle screen is limited.

As a result, conventional mobile terminals cannot provide users with satisfactory interfaces.

Accordingly, conventional mobile communication terminals cannot provide means for easily modifying the image displayed on the screen.

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