Special Lock Mode User Interface

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a special lock mode user interface. The present disclosure as a whole relates to a user interface for managing input mechanisms. In some embodiments, based on determining that one or more features of a user input detected via a second input mechanism of an electronic device meet a set of predefined criteria, the electronic device is switched from a first mode to a second mode. In the first mode, the first input mechanism of the electronic device is disabled so that the user cannot input. In the second mode, the first input mechanism of the electronic device is enabled for user input.

Description

[0001] This application is a divisional application of the invention patent application with application date of August 30, 2017, application number 201780055808.1, and name “Special Lock Mode User Interface”.

[0002] This patent application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62 / 393,469, filed on September 12, 2016, entitled “SPECIAL LOCK MODE USER INTERFACE,” the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety. Technical Field

[0003] The present disclosure relates generally to computer user interfaces and, more particularly, to techniques for managing input mechanisms. Background Art

[0004] As functionality increases, electronic devices are increasingly carried by users to assist with their daily activities (e.g., tracking fitness workouts). As a result, electronic devices are increasingly exposed to environmental factors (e.g., water) that may interact with input mechanisms of the electronic devices. Summary of the invention

[0005] Some environmental actions may cause undesirable effects. For example, when placed in contact with water (e.g., while the user is swimming), the capacitive touch detection system of the electronic device can trigger false input detection and cause the electronic device to perform a task that the user did not intend (e.g., make a phone call).

[0006] However, some techniques for using electronic devices to manage input mechanisms to suppress detection and / or processing of erroneous inputs at specific input mechanisms are often cumbersome, inefficient, and / or ineffective. For example, some prior art techniques (e.g., powering off and restarting the electronic device, conventional locking and unlocking mechanisms) are not well suited for situations where input mechanisms need to be disabled and enabled in a quick and secure manner. In addition, prior art techniques not only prevent users from using important functions, but also use complex and time-consuming user interfaces that may include multiple keystrokes or keystrokes. Prior art techniques require more time than necessary, which results in a waste of user time and device energy. This latter consideration is particularly important in battery-powered devices.

[0007] Therefore, the present technology provides faster and more efficient methods and interfaces for managing input mechanisms for electronic devices. For example, the present technology provides a special lock mode in which various input mechanisms operate to minimize the detection and / or processing of unintentional inputs, and further allows one or more predefined inputs (e.g., unlikely to be actuated by environmental factors such as water) to communicate the user's intention to switch out of the special lock mode. Such methods and interfaces optionally supplement or replace other methods for managing input mechanisms. Such methods and interfaces reduce the cognitive burden on the user and produce a more efficient human-computer interface. For battery-powered computing devices, such methods and interfaces save power and increase the time interval between battery charges.

[0008] According to some embodiments, a method is performed at an electronic device having a first input mechanism and a second input mechanism. The method includes: when the electronic device is in a first mode, wherein disabling the first input mechanism prevents the user from inputting in the first mode, detecting input via the second input mechanism; determining whether one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism meet a set of predefined criteria; based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism meet a set of predefined criteria, converting the electronic device to a second mode, wherein the first input mechanism is enabled for the user to input in the second mode; based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not meet a set of predefined criteria, remaining in the first mode and abandoning converting the electronic device to the second mode.

[0009] According to some embodiments, an electronic device is described. The electronic device includes: a first input mechanism; a second input mechanism; one or more processors; a memory storing one or more programs configured to be executed by the one or more processors, the one or more programs including instructions for performing the following operations: when the electronic device is in a first mode, disabling the first input mechanism so that the user cannot input in the first mode, detecting input via the second input mechanism; determining whether one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism meet a set of predefined criteria; based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism meet a set of predefined criteria, converting the electronic device to a second mode, wherein the first input mechanism is enabled for the user to input in the second mode; based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not meet a set of predefined criteria, remaining in the first mode and abandoning the conversion of the electronic device to the second mode.

[0010] According to some embodiments, a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium is described. The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium stores one or more programs configured to be executed by one or more processors of an electronic device having a first input mechanism and a second input mechanism, and the one or more programs include instructions for performing the following operations: when the electronic device is in a first mode, wherein disabling the first input mechanism prevents the user from inputting in the first mode, detecting input via the second input mechanism; determining whether one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism meet a set of predefined criteria; based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism meet a set of predefined criteria, converting the electronic device to a second mode, wherein the first input mechanism is enabled for the user to input in the second mode; based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not meet a set of predefined criteria, remaining in the first mode and abandoning the conversion of the electronic device to the second mode.

[0011] According to some embodiments, an electronic device is described. The electronic device includes: a first input mechanism; a second input mechanism; a device for detecting input via the second input mechanism when the electronic device is in a first mode, wherein disabling the first input mechanism prevents the user from inputting in the first mode; a device for determining whether one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism meet a set of predefined criteria; a device for converting the electronic device to a second mode based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism meet a set of predefined criteria, wherein the first input mechanism is enabled for the user to input in the second mode; a device for remaining in the first mode and abandoning the conversion of the electronic device to the second mode based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not meet a set of predefined criteria.

[0012] According to some embodiments, a transient computer-readable storage medium is described. The transient computer-readable storage medium stores one or more programs configured to be executed by one or more processors of an electronic device having a first input mechanism and a second input mechanism, and the one or more programs include instructions for performing the following operations: when the electronic device is in a first mode, disabling the first input mechanism so that the user cannot input in the first mode, detecting input via the second input mechanism; determining whether one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism meet a set of predefined criteria; based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism meet a set of predefined criteria, converting the electronic device to a second mode, wherein the first input mechanism is enabled for the user to input in the second mode; based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not meet a set of predefined criteria, remaining in the first mode and abandoning the conversion of the electronic device to the second mode.

[0013] Executable instructions for performing these functions are optionally included in a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium or other computer program product configured for execution by one or more processors. Executable instructions for performing these functions are optionally included in a transient computer-readable storage medium or other computer program product configured for execution by one or more processors.

[0014] Thus, a faster, more efficient method and interface for managing input mechanisms is provided for devices, thereby increasing the effectiveness, efficiency, and user satisfaction of such devices.Such methods and interfaces may supplement or replace other methods for managing input mechanisms. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] For a better understanding of the various described embodiments, reference should be made to the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the following drawings, wherein like reference numerals designate corresponding parts throughout the several views.

[0016] Figure 1A is a block diagram showing a portable multifunction device with a touch-sensitive display according to some embodiments.

[0017] Figure 1B is a block diagram illustrating example components for event processing according to some embodiments.

[0018] Figure 2 A portable multifunction device with a touch screen according to some embodiments is shown.

[0019] Figure 3 is a block diagram of an exemplary multifunction device with a display and a touch-sensitive surface according to some embodiments.

[0020] Figure 4A An exemplary user interface for a menu of applications on a portable multifunction device is shown according to some embodiments.

[0021] Figure 4B An exemplary user interface is shown for a multifunction device having a touch-sensitive surface that is separate from the display according to some embodiments.

[0022] Figure 5A A personal electronic device according to some embodiments is shown.

[0023] Figure 5B is a block diagram illustrating a personal electronic device according to some embodiments.

[0024] Figure 5C-5D Example components of a personal electronic device with a touch-sensitive display and an intensity sensor are shown according to some embodiments.

[0025] Figure 5E-Figure 5H Exemplary components and user interfaces of a personal electronic device according to some embodiments are shown.

[0026] Figure 6A-Figure 6Z Exemplary devices and user interfaces for managing input mechanisms are shown according to some embodiments.

[0027] Figure 7A-7E A flow chart is provided illustrating a method for managing an input mechanism according to some embodiments.

[0028] Figure 8 is a functional block diagram according to some embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0029] The following description sets forth exemplary methods, parameters, etc. However, it should be appreciated that such description is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure, but is provided as a description of exemplary embodiments.

[0030] There is a need for electronic devices to provide more efficient methods and interfaces for managing input mechanisms. Advantageously, a special lock mode is provided in which various input mechanisms are operated to minimize detection and / or processing of unintentional inputs, and further allows one or more predefined inputs (e.g., unlikely to be actuated by environmental factors such as water) to be switched out of the special lock mode. Such techniques can reduce the cognitive burden on users who wish to minimize detection and / or processing of unintentional inputs at various input mechanisms, thereby increasing productivity. In addition, such techniques can reduce processor power and battery power that would otherwise be wasted on redundant user inputs.

[0031] Below, Figure 1A-1B , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4A-4B and Figure 5A-5H A description of an example device for executing techniques for managing input mechanisms of an electronic device is provided. Figure 6A-Figure 6Z An exemplary user interface for managing input mechanisms is shown. Figure 7A-7E Included is a flow chart illustrating a method for managing event notifications according to some embodiments. Figure 6A-Figure 6Z The user interface in is used to illustrate the process described below, including Figure 7A-7E process.

[0032] Although the following description uses the terms "first", "second", etc. to describe various elements, these elements should not be limited by the terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one element from another element. For example, a first touch can be named a second touch and similarly a second touch can be named a first touch without departing from the scope of the various described embodiments. Both the first touch and the second touch are touches, but they are not the same touch.

[0033] The terms used in the description of various described embodiments herein are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments, and are not intended to be limited. As used in the description of various described embodiments and in the appended claims, the singular forms "one" and "the" are intended to also include plural forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will also be understood that the term "and / or" used herein refers to and encompasses any and all possible combinations of one or more items in the associated listed items. It will also be understood that the term "includes", "including", "comprises" and / or "comprising" when used in this specification specifies the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and / or parts, but does not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, parts and / or their grouping.

[0034] The term "if" is optionally interpreted to mean "when," "upon," or "in response to determining," or "in response to detecting," depending on the context. Similarly, the phrases "if it is determined that ..." or "if [a stated condition or event] is detected" are optionally interpreted to mean "upon determining that ..." or "in response to determining that ..." or "upon detecting [a stated condition or event]," or "in response to detecting [a stated condition or event]," depending on the context.

[0035] Embodiments of electronic devices, user interfaces for such devices, and associated processes for using such devices are described herein. In some embodiments, the device is a portable communication device, such as a mobile phone, that also includes other functions, such as a PDA and / or a music player function. Exemplary embodiments of portable multifunction devices include, but are not limited to, the Apple iPod from Apple Inc. (Cupertino, California). Devices, iPod Equipment and Device. Other portable electronic devices, such as laptop computers or tablet computers with touch-sensitive surfaces (e.g., touch screen displays and / or trackpads) are optionally used. It should also be understood that in some embodiments, the device is not a portable communication device, but a desktop computer with a touch-sensitive surface (e.g., touch screen displays and / or trackpads).

[0036] In the following discussion, an electronic device including a display and a touch-sensitive surface is described. However, it should be understood that the electronic device optionally includes one or more other physical user interface devices, such as a physical keyboard, mouse and / or joystick.

[0037] The device typically supports a variety of applications, such as one or more of the following: a drawing application, a presentation application, a word processing application, a website creation application, a disk editing application, a spreadsheet application, a gaming application, a telephony application, a video conferencing application, an email application, an instant messaging application, a fitness support application, a photo management application, a digital camera application, a digital video camera application, a web browsing application, a digital music player application, and / or a digital video player application.

[0038] Various applications executed on the device optionally use at least one common physical user interface device, such as a touch-sensitive surface. One or more functions of the touch-sensitive surface and corresponding information displayed on the device are optionally adjusted and / or varied for different applications, and / or adjusted and / or varied within the corresponding application. In this way, the common physical architecture of the device (such as a touch-sensitive surface) optionally supports various applications with a user interface that is intuitive and clear to the user.

[0039] Attention is now turned to embodiments of portable devices having touch-sensitive displays. Figure 1Ais a block diagram showing a portable multifunction device 100 with a touch-sensitive display system 112 according to some embodiments. The touch-sensitive display 112 is sometimes referred to as a "touch screen" for convenience, and is sometimes referred to as or referred to as a "touch-sensitive display system." The device 100 includes a memory 102 (which optionally includes one or more computer-readable storage media), a memory controller 122, one or more processing units (CPUs) 120, a peripheral device interface 118, an RF circuit 108, an audio circuit 110, a speaker 111, a microphone 113, an input / output (I / O) subsystem 106, other input control devices 116, and an external port 124. The device 100 optionally includes one or more optical sensors 164. The device 100 optionally includes one or more contact force sensors 165 for detecting the intensity of contact on the device 100 (e.g., a touch-sensitive surface, such as the touch-sensitive display system 112 of the device 100). Device 100 optionally includes one or more tactile output generators 167 for generating tactile output on device 100 (e.g., generating tactile output on a touch-sensitive surface such as touch-sensitive display system 112 of device 100 or touch pad 355 of device 300). These components optionally communicate via one or more communication buses or signal lines 103.

[0040] As used in this specification and claims, the term "intensity" of a contact on a touch-sensitive surface refers to the force or pressure (force per unit area) of a contact (e.g., a finger contact) on the touch-sensitive surface, or to a surrogate (surrogate) of the force or pressure of a contact on the touch-sensitive surface. The intensity of a contact has a range of values ​​that includes at least four different values ​​and more typically includes hundreds of different values ​​(e.g., at least 256). The intensity of a contact is optionally determined (or measured) using various methods and various sensors or combinations of sensors. For example, one or more force sensors below or adjacent to the touch-sensitive surface are optionally used to measure the force at different points on the touch-sensitive surface. In some implementations, force measurements from multiple force sensors are combined (e.g., weighted averaged) to determine an estimated contact force. Similarly, the pressure-sensitive tip of a stylus is optionally used to determine the pressure of the stylus on the touch-sensitive surface. Alternatively, the size of the contact area detected on the touch-sensitive surface and / or its change, the capacitance of the touch-sensitive surface near the contact and / or its change, and / or the resistance of the touch-sensitive surface near the contact and / or its change are optionally used as a substitute for the force or pressure of the contact on the touch-sensitive surface. In some embodiments, the substitute measurement of the contact force or pressure is used directly to determine whether the intensity threshold has been exceeded (e.g., the intensity threshold is described in units corresponding to the substitute measurement). In some embodiments, the substitute measurement of the contact force or pressure is converted into an estimated force or pressure, and the estimated force or pressure is used to determine whether the intensity threshold has been exceeded (e.g., the intensity threshold is a pressure threshold measured in units of pressure). Using the intensity of the contact as an attribute of the user input allows the user to access additional device functions that would otherwise be inaccessible to the user on a smaller device with limited real estate, which is used to display an enable indication (e.g., on a touch-sensitive display) and / or receive user input (e.g., via a touch-sensitive display, a touch-sensitive surface, or a physical control / mechanical control, such as a knob or button).

[0041] As used in this specification and claims, the term "tactile output" refers to a physical displacement of a device relative to a previous position of the device, a physical displacement of a component of a device (e.g., a touch-sensitive surface) relative to another component of the device (e.g., a housing), or a displacement of a component relative to the center of mass of the device that will be detected by a user using the user's sense of touch. For example, in the case where a device or a component of a device is in contact with a user's touch-sensitive surface (e.g., a finger, palm, or other part of the user's hand), the tactile output generated by the physical displacement will be interpreted by the user as a tactile sensation that corresponds to a perceived change in a physical characteristic of the device or component of the device. For example, movement of a touch-sensitive surface (e.g., a touch-sensitive display or trackpad) is optionally interpreted by the user as a "press click" or "release click" to a physical actuation button. In some cases, the user will feel a tactile sensation, such as a "press click" or "release click", even when the physical actuation button associated with the touch-sensitive surface that is physically pressed (e.g., displaced) by the user's movement does not move. As another example, even when there is no change in the smoothness of the touch-sensitive surface, movement of the touch-sensitive surface may optionally be interpreted or sensed by the user as "roughness" of the touch-sensitive surface. Although such a user's interpretation of touch will be limited by the user's individualized sensory perceptions, many sensory perceptions of touch are common to most users. Thus, when a tactile output is described as corresponding to a particular sensory perception of a user (e.g., "press click," "release click," "roughness"), unless otherwise stated, the generated tactile output corresponds to a physical displacement of the device or a component thereof that would generate that sensory perception for a typical (or average) user.

[0042] It should be understood that device 100 is merely one example of a portable multifunction device, and that device 100 optionally has more or fewer components than shown, optionally combines two or more components, or optionally has a different configuration or arrangement of the components. Figure 1A The various components shown in the drawings are implemented in hardware, software, or a combination of hardware and software, including one or more signal processing and / or application specific integrated circuits.

[0043] Memory 102 optionally includes high-speed random access memory, and optionally also includes non-volatile memory, such as one or more disk storage devices, flash memory devices or other non-volatile solid-state memory devices. Memory controller 122 optionally controls other components of device 100 to access memory 102.

[0044] The peripheral device interface 118 can be used to couple the input peripheral devices and output peripheral devices of the device to the CPU 120 and the memory 102. The one or more processors 120 run or execute various software programs and / or instruction sets stored in the memory 102 to perform various functions of the device 100 and process data. In some embodiments, the peripheral device interface 118, the CPU 120, and the memory controller 122 are optionally implemented on a single chip such as the chip 104. In some other embodiments, they are optionally implemented on separate chips.

[0045] RF (radio frequency) circuit 108 receives and transmits RF signals, also referred to as electromagnetic signals. RF circuit 108 converts electrical signals into / converts electromagnetic signals into electrical signals, and communicates with a communication network and other communication devices via electromagnetic signals. RF circuit 108 optionally includes well-known circuits for performing these functions, including but not limited to antenna systems, RF transceivers, one or more amplifiers, tuners, one or more oscillators, digital signal processors, codec chipsets, user identity modules (SIM) cards, memory, and the like. RF circuit 108 optionally communicates with networks and other devices via wireless communications, such as the Internet (also referred to as the World Wide Web (WWW)), intranets, and / or wireless networks (such as cellular telephone networks, wireless local area networks (LANs), and / or metropolitan area networks (MANs)). RF circuit 108 optionally includes well-known circuits for detecting near field communication (NFC) fields, such as by detecting through a short-range communication radio component. Wireless communication optionally uses any of a variety of communication standards, protocols, and technologies, including, but not limited to, Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM), Enhanced Data GSM Environment (EDGE), High Speed ​​Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA), High Speed ​​Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA), Evolution, Data-Only (EV-DO), HSPA, HSPA+, Dual Cell HSPA (DC-HSPDA), Long Term Evolution (LTE), Near Field Communication (NFC), Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (W-CDMA), Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA), Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA), Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy (BTLE), Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) (e.g., IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11d), IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11f, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11g). 802.11n and / or IEEE 802.11ac), Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Wi-MAX, email protocols (e.g., Internet Message Access Protocol (IMAP) and / or Post Office Protocol (POP)), instant messaging (e.g., Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol (XMPP), Session Initiation Protocol for Instant Messaging and Presence Utilizing Extensions (SIMPLE), Instant Messaging and Presence Service (IMPS)), and / or Short Message Service (SMS), or any other suitable communication protocol including communication protocols that have not been developed as of the filing date of this document.

[0046] The audio circuit 110, speaker 111, and microphone 113 provide an audio interface between a user and the device 100. The audio circuit 110 receives audio data from the peripheral device interface 118, converts the audio data into electrical signals, and transmits the electrical signals to the speaker 111. The speaker 111 converts the electrical signals into sound waves audible to humans. The audio circuit 110 also receives electrical signals converted from sound waves by the microphone 113. The audio circuit 110 converts the electrical signals into audio data and transmits the audio data to the peripheral device interface 118 for processing. The audio data is optionally retrieved from and / or transmitted to the memory 102 and / or the RF circuit 108 by the peripheral device interface 118. In some embodiments, the audio circuit 110 also includes a headset jack (e.g., Figure 2 The headset jack provides an interface between the audio circuit 110 and a removable audio input / output peripheral device, such as an output-only headset or a headset having both output (e.g., a single-ear headset or a dual-ear headset) and input (e.g., a microphone).

[0047] The I / O subsystem 106 couples input / output peripherals on the device 100, such as a touch screen 112 and other input control devices 116, to a peripheral device interface 118. The I / O subsystem 106 optionally includes a display controller 156, an optical sensor controller 158, an intensity sensor controller 159, a tactile feedback controller 161, and one or more input controllers 160 for other input or control devices. The one or more input controllers 160 receive / send electrical signals from other input control devices 116. Other input control devices 116 optionally include physical buttons (e.g., push buttons, rocker buttons, etc.), dials, slide switches, joysticks, click wheels, etc. In some alternative embodiments, the input controller 160 is optionally coupled to any (or none) of the following: a keyboard, an infrared port, a USB port, and a pointing device such as a mouse. One or more buttons (e.g., Figure 2 208) optionally includes an up / down button for volume control of the speaker 111 and / or the microphone 113. The one or more buttons optionally include a push button (e.g., Figure 2 206).

[0048] A quick press of the push button optionally disengages the lock of the touch screen 112 or optionally begins the process of unlocking the device using gestures on the touch screen, as described in U.S. Patent Application 11 / 322,549, filed on December 23, 2005, entitled "Unlocking a Device by Performing Gestures on an Unlock Image" (i.e., U.S. Patent No. 7,657,849), which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. A long press of the push button (e.g., 206) optionally turns the device 100 on or off. The functions of one or more buttons are optionally user-customizable. The touch screen 112 is used to implement virtual buttons or soft buttons and one or more soft keyboards.

[0049] The touch-sensitive display 112 provides an input interface and an output interface between the device and the user. The display controller 156 receives electrical signals from the touch screen 112 and / or sends electrical signals to the touch screen 112. The touch screen 112 displays visual output to the user. The visual output optionally includes graphics, text, icons, videos, and any combination thereof (collectively referred to as "graphics"). In some embodiments, some or all of the visual output optionally corresponds to user interface objects.

[0050] The touch screen 112 has a touch-sensitive surface, sensor, or set of sensors that accept input from a user based on haptic and / or tactile contact. The touch screen 112 and display controller 156 (together with any associated modules and / or instruction sets in memory 102) detect contact (and any movement or interruption of the contact) on the touch screen 112 and convert the detected contact into interaction with a user interface object (e.g., one or more soft keys, icons, web pages, or images) displayed on the touch screen 112. In an exemplary embodiment, the point of contact between the touch screen 112 and the user corresponds to the user's finger.

[0051] The touch screen 112 optionally uses LCD (liquid crystal display) technology, LPD (light emitting polymer display) technology, or LED (light emitting diode) technology, although other display technologies are used in other embodiments. The touch screen 112 and display controller 156 optionally use any of a variety of touch sensing technologies now known or later developed, including but not limited to capacitive, resistive, infrared, and surface acoustic wave technologies, as well as other proximity sensor arrays or other elements for determining one or more points of contact with the touch screen 112 to detect contact and any movement or interruption thereof. In an exemplary embodiment, projected mutual capacitance sensing technology is used, such as in the Apple ® from Apple Inc. (Cupertino, California). and iPod The technology used in.

[0052] The touch-sensitive display in some embodiments of the touch screen 112 is optionally similar to the multi-touch-sensitive trackpad described in the following U.S. Patents: 6,323,846 (Westerman et al.), 6,570,557 (Westerman et al.), and / or 6,677,932 (Westerman et al.), and / or U.S. Patent Publication 2002 / 0015024A1, each of which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. However, the touch screen 112 displays visual output from the device 100, while the touch-sensitive trackpad does not provide visual output.

[0053] In some embodiments, the touch-sensitive display of the touch screen 112 is as described in the following patent applications: (1) U.S. patent application No. 11 / 381,313, filed on May 2, 2006, entitled “Multipoint Touch Surface Controller”; (2) U.S. patent application No. 10 / 840,862, filed on May 6, 2004, entitled “Multipoint Touchscreen”; (3) U.S. patent application No. 10 / 903,964, filed on July 30, 2004, entitled “Gestures For Touch Sensitive Input Devices”; (4) U.S. patent application No. 11 / 048,264, filed on January 31, 2005, entitled “Gestures For Touch Sensitive Input Devices”; (5) U.S. patent application No. 11 / 051,694, filed on January 18, 2005, entitled “Mode-Based Graphical User Interfaces For Touch Sensitive and (ii) U.S. Patent Application No. 11 / 038,590, entitled “Mode-Based Graphical User Interface for Touch-Sensitive Input Devices”; (6) U.S. Patent Application No. 11 / 228,758, filed on September 16, 2005, entitled “Virtual Input Device Placement On A Touch Screen User Interface”; (7) U.S. Patent Application No. 11 / 228,700, filed on September 16, 2005, entitled “Operation Of A Computer With A Touch Screen Interface”; (8) U.S. Patent Application No. 11 / 228,737, filed on September 16, 2005, entitled “Activating Virtual Keys Of A Touch-Screen Virtual Keyboard”; and (9) U.S. Patent Application No. 11 / 228,747, filed on March 3, 2006, entitled “Multi-Functional Hand-Held All of these applications are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.

[0054] The touch screen 112 optionally has a video resolution of more than 100 dpi. In some embodiments, the touch screen has a video resolution of about 160 dpi. The user optionally uses any suitable object or attachment such as a stylus, finger, etc. to contact the touch screen 112. In some embodiments, the user interface is designed to work primarily through finger-based contacts and gestures, which may not be as precise as stylus-based input due to the larger contact area of ​​the finger on the touch screen. In some embodiments, the device converts rough finger-based input into precise pointer / cursor positions or commands for performing the actions desired by the user.

[0055] In some embodiments, in addition to the touch screen, the device 100 optionally includes a touchpad (not shown) for activating or deactivating specific functions. In some embodiments, the touchpad is a touch-sensitive area of ​​the device that, unlike the touch screen, does not display visual output. The touchpad is optionally a touch-sensitive surface that is separate from the touch screen 112 or an extension of the touch-sensitive surface formed by the touch screen.

[0056] Device 100 also includes a power system 162 for powering the various components. Power system 162 optionally includes a power management system, one or more power sources (e.g., batteries, alternating current (AC)), a recharging system, a power fault detection circuit, a power converter or inverter, a power status indicator (e.g., a light emitting diode (LED)), and any other components associated with the generation, management, and distribution of power in a portable device.

[0057] Device 100 optionally also includes one or more optical sensors 164 . Figure 1AAn optical sensor coupled to an optical sensor controller 158 in the I / O subsystem 106 is shown. The optical sensor 164 optionally includes a charge coupled device (CCD) or a complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) phototransistor. The optical sensor 164 receives light projected through one or more lenses from the environment and converts the light into data representing an image. In conjunction with the imaging module 143 (also called a camera module), the optical sensor 164 optionally captures a static image or video. In some embodiments, the optical sensor is located on the rear of the device 100, opposite to the touch screen display 112 on the front of the device, so that the touch screen display can be used as a viewfinder for static images and / or video image acquisition. In some embodiments, the optical sensor is located on the front of the device so that the user's image is optionally obtained for video conferencing while the user views other video conference participants on the touch screen display. In some embodiments, the position of the optical sensor 164 can be changed by the user (e.g., by rotating the lens and sensor in the device housing) so that a single optical sensor 164 is used with the touch screen display for both video conferencing and static image and / or video image acquisition.

[0058] Device 100 optionally also includes one or more contact intensity sensors 165 . Figure 1A A contact force sensor is shown coupled to a force sensor controller 159 in the I / O subsystem 106. Contact force sensor 165 optionally includes one or more piezoresistive strain gauges, capacitive force sensors, electrical force sensors, piezoelectric force sensors, optical force sensors, capacitive touch-sensitive surfaces, or other force sensors (e.g., sensors for measuring the force (or pressure) of contact on a touch-sensitive surface). Contact force sensor 165 receives contact force information (e.g., pressure information or a surrogate for pressure information) from the environment. In some embodiments, at least one contact force sensor is juxtaposed or adjacent to a touch-sensitive surface (e.g., touch-sensitive display system 112). In some embodiments, at least one contact force sensor is located on the back of device 100, opposite to touch screen display 112 located on the front of device 100.

[0059] Device 100 optionally also includes one or more proximity sensors 166 . Figure 1AA proximity sensor 166 is shown coupled to the peripherals interface 118. Alternatively, the proximity sensor 166 is optionally coupled to the input controller 160 in the I / O subsystem 106. The proximity sensor 166 is optionally implemented as described in the following U.S. patent applications: No. 11 / 241,839, entitled “Proximity Detector In Handheld Device”; No. 11 / 240,788, entitled “Proximity Detector In Handheld Device”; No. 11 / 620,702, entitled “Using Ambient Light Sensor To Augment Proximity Sensor Output”; No. 11 / 586,862, entitled “Automated Response To And Sensing Of User Activity In Portable Devices”; and No. 11 / 638,251, entitled “Methods And Systems For Automatic Configuration Of Peripherals”, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference into this document. In some embodiments, when the multifunction device is placed near the user's ear (e.g., when the user is on a phone call), the proximity sensor turns off and disables the touch screen 112.

[0060] Device 100 optionally also includes one or more tactile output generators 167 . Figure 1AA tactile output generator is shown coupled to a tactile feedback controller 161 in the I / O subsystem 106. The tactile output generator 167 optionally includes one or more electroacoustic devices, such as a speaker or other audio component; and / or an electromechanical device that converts energy into linear motion, such as a motor, solenoid, electroactive polymer, piezoelectric actuator, electrostatic actuator, or other tactile output generating component (e.g., a component that converts an electrical signal into a tactile output on the device). The contact force sensor 165 receives tactile feedback generation instructions from the tactile feedback module 133 and generates a tactile output on the device 100 that can be felt by a user of the device 100. In some embodiments, at least one tactile output generator is arranged in parallel or adjacent to a touch-sensitive surface (e.g., touch-sensitive display system 112) and optionally generates tactile output by moving the touch-sensitive surface vertically (e.g., inward / outward of the surface of the device 100) or laterally (e.g., backward and forward in the same plane as the surface of the device 100). In some embodiments, at least one tactile output generator sensor is located on the back of the device 100, opposite the touch screen display 112 located on the front of the device 100.

[0061] Device 100 optionally also includes one or more accelerometers 168 . Figure 1A An accelerometer 168 is shown coupled to the peripheral device interface 118. Alternatively, the accelerometer 168 is optionally coupled to the input controller 160 in the I / O subsystem 106. The accelerometer 168 optionally performs as described in the following U.S. Patent Publication No. 20050190059, entitled "Acceleration-based Theft Detection System for Portable Electronic Devices" and U.S. Patent Publication No. 20060017692, entitled "Methods And Apparatuses For Operating A Portable Device Based On An Accelerometer", both of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety. In some embodiments, information is displayed in a portrait view or a landscape view on the touch screen display based on analysis of data received from one or more accelerometers. Device 100 optionally includes a magnetometer (not shown) and a GPS (or GLONASS or other global navigation system) receiver (not shown) in addition to accelerometer 168 for obtaining information about the position and orientation (eg, portrait or landscape) of device 100 .

[0062] In some embodiments, the software components stored in memory 102 include an operating system 126, a communication module (or instruction set) 128, a contact / motion module (or instruction set) 130, a graphics module (or instruction set) 132, a text input module (or instruction set) 134, a global positioning system (GPS) module (or instruction set) 135, and an application (or instruction set) 136. In addition, in some embodiments, memory 102 ( Figure 1A ) or 370( Figure 3 ) storage device / global internal state 157, such as Figure 1A and Figure 3 . The device / global internal state 157 includes one or more of the following: active application state, which indicates which application (if any) is currently active; display state, which indicates what applications, views, or other information occupy various areas of the touch screen display 112; sensor state, including information obtained from the device's various sensors and input control devices 116; and position information about the device's position and / or posture.

[0063] The operating system 126 (e.g., Darwin, RTXC, LINUX, UNIX, OS X, iOS, WINDOWS, or an embedded operating system such as VxWorks) includes various software components and / or drivers for controlling and managing general system tasks (e.g., memory management, storage device control, power management, etc.), and facilitating communication between various hardware components and software components.

[0064] The communication module 128 facilitates communication with other devices through one or more external ports 124 and also includes various software components for processing data received by the RF circuit 108 and / or the external port 124. The external port 124 (e.g., Universal Serial Bus (USB), FireWire, etc.) is suitable for coupling directly to other devices or indirectly via a network (e.g., the Internet, wireless LAN, etc.). In some embodiments, the external port is connected to (trademark of Apple Inc.) devices.

[0065] The contact / motion module 130 optionally detects contact with the touch screen 112 (in conjunction with the display controller 156) and other touch-sensitive devices (e.g., a touchpad or physical click wheel). The contact / motion module 130 includes various software components for performing various operations related to contact detection, such as determining whether contact has occurred (e.g., detecting a finger press event), determining the contact strength (e.g., the force or pressure of the contact, or a substitute for the force or pressure of the contact), determining whether there is movement of the contact and tracking the movement on the touch-sensitive surface (e.g., detecting one or more finger drag events), and determining whether the contact has stopped (e.g., detecting a finger lift event or contact disconnection). The contact / motion module 130 receives contact data from the touch-sensitive surface. Determining the movement of the contact point optionally includes determining the rate (magnitude), velocity (magnitude and direction) and / or acceleration (change in magnitude and / or direction) of the contact point, and the movement of the contact point is represented by a series of contact data. These operations are optionally applied to a single point of contact (e.g., a single finger contact) or multiple points of simultaneous contact (e.g., "multi-touch" / multiple finger contacts). In some embodiments, the contact / motion module 130 and display controller 156 detect contact on a touch pad.

[0066] In some embodiments, the contact / motion module 130 uses a set of one or more intensity thresholds to determine whether an operation has been performed by a user (e.g., to determine whether a user has "clicked" an icon). In some embodiments, at least a subset of the intensity thresholds are determined based on software parameters (e.g., the intensity thresholds are not determined by the activation thresholds of specific physical actuators and can be adjusted without changing the physical hardware of the device 100). For example, without changing the touchpad or touchscreen display hardware, the mouse "click" threshold of a touchpad or touchscreen can be set to any one of a large range of predefined thresholds. In addition, in some specific implementations, a software setting is provided to the user of the device for adjusting one or more intensity thresholds in a set of intensity thresholds (e.g., by adjusting individual intensity thresholds and / or by utilizing a system-level click on an "intensity" parameter to adjust multiple intensity thresholds at once).

[0067] The contact / motion module 130 optionally detects gesture input from a user. Different gestures on the touch-sensitive surface have different contact patterns (e.g., different motions, timings, and / or intensities of the detected contacts). Therefore, gestures are optionally detected by detecting specific contact patterns. For example, detecting a finger tap gesture includes detecting a finger press event, and then detecting a finger lift (lift-off) event at the same location (or substantially the same location) as the finger press event (e.g., at the location of an icon). As another embodiment, detecting a finger swipe gesture on the touch-sensitive surface includes detecting a finger press event, then detecting one or more finger drag events, and then detecting a finger lift (lift-off) event.

[0068] The graphics module 132 includes various known software components for rendering and displaying graphics on the touch screen 112 or other display, including components for changing the visual impact (e.g., brightness, transparency, saturation, contrast, or other visual characteristics) of the displayed graphics. As used herein, the term "graphics" includes any object that can be displayed to a user, including, but not limited to, text, web pages, icons (such as user interface objects including soft keys), digital images, videos, animations, etc.

[0069] In some embodiments, the graphics module 132 stores data representing graphics to be used. Each graphic is optionally assigned a corresponding code. The graphics module 132 receives one or more codes for specifying the graphics to be displayed from an application or the like, along with coordinate data and other graphic attribute data if necessary, and then generates screen image data to be output to the display controller 156.

[0070] Haptic feedback module 133 includes various software components for generating instructions used by tactile output generator 167 to produce tactile output at one or more locations on device 100 in response to user interaction with device 100 .

[0071] Text input module 134, which is optionally a component of graphics module 132, provides a soft keyboard for entering text in various applications (eg, contacts 137, email 140, IM 141, browser 147, and any other application requiring text input).

[0072] The GPS module 135 determines the location of the device and provides this information for use in various applications (e.g., to the phone 138 for use in location-based dialing; to the camera 143 as picture / video metadata; and to applications that provide location-based services, such as the Weather widget, the Local Pages widget, and the Maps / Navigation widget).

[0073] Application 136 optionally includes the following modules (or instruction sets) or a subset or superset thereof:

[0074] Contacts module 137 (sometimes called address book or contact list);

[0075] Telephone module 138;

[0076] Video conferencing module 139;

[0077] Email client module 140;

[0078] Instant messaging (IM) module 141;

[0079] Fitness support module 142;

[0080] A camera module 143 for still images and / or video images;

[0081] Image management module 144;

[0082] Video player module;

[0083] Music player module;

[0084] Browser module 147;

[0085] Calendar module 148;

[0086] A widget module 149, which optionally includes one or more of the following: a weather widget 149-1, a stock market widget 149-2, a calculator widget 149-3, an alarm clock widget 149-4, a dictionary widget 149-5, and other widgets acquired by the user, and a user-created widget 149-6;

[0087] A widget creator module 150 for forming a user-created widget 149-6;

[0088] Search module 151;

[0089] Video and music player module 152, which merges the video player module and the music player module;

[0090] Notepad module 153;

[0091] Map module 154; and / or

[0092] Online video module 155.

[0093] Examples of other applications 136 optionally stored in memory 102 include other word processing applications, other image editing applications, drawing applications, rendering applications, JAVA-enabled applications, encryption, digital rights management, voice recognition, and voice replication.

[0094] In combination with the touch screen 112, display controller 156, touch / motion module 130, graphics module 132 and text input module 134, the contact module 137 is optionally used to manage an address book or contact list (for example, stored in the application internal state 192 of the contact module 137 in memory 102 or memory 370), including: adding one or more names to the address book; deleting names from the address book; associating telephone numbers, email addresses, physical addresses or other information with names; associating images with names; categorizing and classifying names; providing telephone numbers or email addresses to initiate and / or facilitate communications via telephone 138, video conferencing module 139, email 140 or IM 141; and the like.

[0095] In conjunction with RF circuitry 108, audio circuitry 110, speaker 111, microphone 113, touch screen 112, display controller 156, contact / motion module 130, graphics module 132, and text input module 134, phone module 138 is optionally used to enter a sequence of characters corresponding to a phone number, access one or more phone numbers in contact module 137, modify an entered phone number, dial a corresponding phone number, conduct a conversation, and disconnect or hang up when the conversation is complete. As described above, wireless communication optionally uses any of a variety of communication standards, protocols, and technologies.

[0096] In combination with the RF circuit 108, the audio circuit 110, the speaker 111, the microphone 113, the touch screen 112, the display controller 156, the optical sensor 164, the optical sensor controller 158, the contact / motion module 130, the graphics module 132, the text input module 134, the contact module 137 and the telephone module 138, the video conferencing module 139 includes executable instructions for initiating, conducting and terminating a video conference between a user and one or more other participants in accordance with user instructions.

[0097] In conjunction with RF circuit 108, touch screen 112, display controller 156, contact / motion module 130, graphics module 132, and text input module 134, email client module 140 includes executable instructions for creating, sending, receiving, and managing emails in response to user instructions. In conjunction with image management module 144, email client module 140 makes it very easy to create and send emails with still images or video images captured by camera module 143.

[0098] In conjunction with RF circuit 108, touch screen 112, display controller 156, contact / motion module 130, graphics module 132, and text input module 134, instant messaging module 141 includes executable instructions for the following operations: inputting a character sequence corresponding to an instant message, modifying previously input characters, transmitting a corresponding instant message (e.g., using a short message service (SMS) or multimedia message service (MMS) protocol for phone-based instant messaging or using XMPP, SIMPLE, or IMPS for Internet-based instant messaging), receiving instant messages, and viewing received instant messages. In some embodiments, the transmitted and / or received instant messages optionally include graphics, photos, audio files, video files, and / or other attachments supported in MMS and / or enhanced messaging services (EMS). As used herein, "instant messaging" refers to both phone-based messages (e.g., messages sent using SMS or MMS) and Internet-based messages (e.g., messages sent using XMPP, SIMPLE, or IMPS).

[0099] In combination with the RF circuit 108, the touch screen 112, the display controller 156, the contact / motion module 130, the graphics module 132, the text input module 134, the GPS module 135, the map module 154 and the music player module, the fitness support module 142 includes executable instructions for creating a fitness (e.g., with time, distance and / or calorie burn goals); communicating with fitness sensors (sports equipment); receiving fitness sensor data; calibrating sensors for monitoring fitness; selecting and playing music for fitness; and displaying, storing and transmitting fitness data.

[0100] In conjunction with the touch screen 112, display controller 156, optical sensor 164, optical sensor controller 158, contact / motion module 130, graphics module 132 and image management module 144, the camera module 143 includes executable instructions for the following operations: capturing still images or videos (including video streams) and storing them in the memory 102, modifying the characteristics of the still images or videos, or deleting the still images or videos from the memory 102.

[0101] In conjunction with touch screen 112, display controller 156, touch / motion module 130, graphics module 132, text input module 134, and camera module 143, image management module 144 includes executable instructions for arranging, modifying (e.g., editing), or otherwise manipulating, labeling, deleting, presenting (e.g., in a digital slideshow or album), and storing still images and / or video images.

[0102] In combination with the RF circuit 108, the touch screen 112, the display controller 156, the touch / motion module 130, the graphics module 132 and the text input module 134, the browser module 147 includes executable instructions for browsing the Internet in accordance with user instructions, including searching, linking to, receiving and displaying web pages or portions thereof, as well as attachments and other files linked to web pages.

[0103] In combination with the RF circuit 108, the touch screen 112, the display controller 156, the touch / motion module 130, the graphics module 132, the text input module 134, the email client module 140 and the browser module 147, the calendar module 148 includes executable instructions for creating, displaying, modifying and storing calendars and data associated with the calendar (e.g., calendar entries, to-do items, etc.) in accordance with user instructions.

[0104] In conjunction with the RF circuit 108, the touch screen 112, the display controller 156, the contact / motion module 130, the graphics module 132, the text input module 134, and the browser module 147, the desktop widget module 149 is a mini-application that is optionally downloaded and used by the user (e.g., the weather desktop widget 149-1, the stock desktop widget 149-2, the calculator desktop widget 149-3, the alarm desktop widget 149-4, and the dictionary desktop widget 149-5) or a mini-application created by the user (e.g., the user-created desktop widget 149-6). In some embodiments, the desktop widget includes an HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) file, a CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) file, and a JavaScript file. In some embodiments, the desktop widget includes an XML (Extensible Markup Language) file and a JavaScript file (e.g., the Yahoo! desktop widget).

[0105] In combination with the RF circuit 108, touch screen 112, display controller 156, touch / motion module 130, graphics module 132, text input module 134 and browser module 147, the desktop widget creator module 150 is optionally used by a user to create a desktop widget (e.g., converting a user-specified portion of a web page into a desktop widget).

[0106] In combination with the touch screen 112, display controller 156, contact / motion module 130, graphics module 132 and text input module 134, the search module 151 includes executable instructions for searching the memory 102 for text, music, sound, images, videos and / or other files that match one or more search criteria (e.g., one or more user-specified search terms) in accordance with user instructions.

[0107] In conjunction with touch screen 112, display controller 156, contact / motion module 130, graphics module 132, audio circuitry 110, speaker 111, RF circuitry 108, and browser module 147, video and music player module 152 includes executable instructions that allow a user to download and play back recorded music and other sound files stored in one or more file formats, such as MP3 or AAC files, and executable instructions for displaying, presenting, or otherwise playing back video (e.g., on touch screen 112 or on an external display connected via external port 124). In some embodiments, device 100 optionally includes the functionality of an MP3 player, such as an iPod (trademark of Apple Inc.).

[0108] In conjunction with the touch screen 112, display controller 156, contact / motion module 130, graphics module 132 and text input module 134, the notepad module 153 includes executable instructions for creating and managing notes, to-do lists, etc. according to user instructions.

[0109] In combination with the RF circuit 108, the touch screen 112, the display controller 156, the touch / motion module 130, the graphics module 132, the text input module 134, the GPS module 135 and the browser module 147, the map module 154 is optionally used to receive, display, modify and store maps and data associated with the maps (e.g., driving directions, data relating to stores and other points of interest at or near a particular location, and other location-based data) in accordance with user instructions.

[0110] In conjunction with touch screen 112, display controller 156, contact / motion module 130, graphics module 132, audio circuit 110, speaker 111, RF circuit 108, text input module 134, email client module 140, and browser module 147, online video module 155 includes instructions for performing the following operations: allowing a user to access, browse, receive (e.g., by streaming and / or downloading), playback (e.g., on the touch screen or on an external display connected via external port 124), send an email with a link to a specific online video, and otherwise manage online videos in one or more file formats such as H.264. In some embodiments, instant messaging module 141 is used instead of email client module 140 to send a link to a specific online video. Additional descriptions of online video applications can be found in U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 936,562, filed on June 20, 2007, entitled “Portable Multifunction Device, Method, and Graphical User Interface for Playing Online Videos,” and U.S. Patent Application No. 11 / 968,067, filed on December 31, 2007, entitled “Portable Multifunction Device, Method, and Graphical User Interface for Playing Online Videos,” the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety.

[0111] Each of the modules and applications described above corresponds to an executable instruction set for performing one or more of the functions described above and the methods described in this patent application (e.g., the computer-implemented methods and other information processing methods described herein). These modules (e.g., instruction sets) do not have to be implemented as independent software programs, processes, or modules, so various subsets of these modules are optionally combined or otherwise rearranged in various embodiments. For example, a video player module is optionally combined with a music player module into a single module (e.g., Figure 1A In some embodiments, the memory 102 optionally stores a subset of the above modules and data structures. In addition, the memory 102 optionally stores additional modules and data structures not described above.

[0112] In some embodiments, the device 100 is a device on which operation of a predefined set of functions is performed exclusively through a touch screen and / or a touch pad. By using a touch screen and / or a touch pad as the primary input control device for operating the device 100, the number of physical input control devices (e.g., push buttons, dials, etc.) on the device 100 is optionally reduced.

[0113] A predefined set of functions that are performed exclusively through a touch screen and / or a touchpad optionally includes navigation between user interfaces. In some embodiments, the touchpad, when touched by a user, navigates the device 100 from any user interface displayed on the device 100 to a main menu, a main function menu, or a root menu. In such embodiments, a touchpad is used to implement a "menu button." In some other embodiments, the menu button is a physical push button or other physical input control device, rather than a touchpad.

[0114] Figure 1B 1 is a block diagram illustrating exemplary components for event processing according to some embodiments. In some embodiments, memory 102 ( Figure 1A ) or memory 370( Figure 3 ) includes an event classifier 170 (e.g., in the operating system 126) and a corresponding application 136-1 (e.g., any one of the aforementioned applications 137 to 151, 155, 380 to 390).

[0115] Event classifier 170 receives event information and determines the application 136-1 and the application view 191 of application 136-1 to which the event information is to be delivered. Event classifier 170 includes event monitor 171 and event distributor module 174. In some embodiments, application 136-1 includes application internal state 192, which indicates one or more current application views displayed on touch-sensitive display 112 when the application is active or executing. In some embodiments, device / global internal state 157 is used by event classifier 170 to determine which application(s) is currently active, and application internal state 192 is used by event classifier 170 to determine the application view 191 to which the event information is to be delivered.

[0116] In some embodiments, the application internal state 192 includes additional information, such as one or more of the following: resumption information to be used when application 136-1 resumes execution, user interface state information indicating that information is being displayed or is ready to be displayed by application 136-1, a state queue for enabling a user to return to a previous state or view of application 136-1, and a repeat / undo queue of previous actions taken by the user.

[0117] Event monitor 171 receives event information from peripherals interface 118. Event information includes information about sub-events (e.g., user touches on touch-sensitive display 112 as part of a multi-touch gesture). Peripherals interface 118 transmits information it receives from I / O subsystem 106 or sensors such as proximity sensor 166, one or more accelerometers 168, and / or microphone 113 (through audio circuit 110). The information that peripherals interface 118 receives from I / O subsystem 106 includes information from touch-sensitive display 112 or a touch-sensitive surface.

[0118] In some embodiments, event monitor 171 sends requests to peripheral device interface 118 at predetermined intervals. In response, peripheral device interface 118 transmits event information. In other embodiments, peripheral device interface 118 transmits event information only when there is a significant event (e.g., receiving an input above a predetermined noise threshold and / or receiving an input for more than a predetermined duration).

[0119] In some embodiments, the event classifier 170 also includes a hit view determination module 172 and / or an active event identifier determination module 173.

[0120] When the touch-sensitive display 112 displays more than one view, the hit view determination module 172 provides software procedures for determining where within one or more views a sub-event has occurred. A view consists of controls and other elements that a user can see on the display.

[0121] Another aspect of the user interface associated with an application is a set of views, sometimes also referred to herein as application views or user interface windows, in which information is displayed and touch-based gestures occur. The application views (of the respective application) in which a touch is detected optionally correspond to a programmatic level within the programmatic or view hierarchy of the application. For example, the lowest level view in which a touch is detected is optionally referred to as a hit view, and the set of events recognized as correct input is optionally determined based at least in part on the hit view of the initial touch that started the touch-based gesture.

[0122] Hit view determination module 172 receives information related to sub-events of touch-based gestures. When an application has multiple views organized in a hierarchy, hit view determination module 172 identifies the hit view as the lowest view in the hierarchy where the sub-events should be processed. In most cases, the hit view is the lowest level view in which the initiating sub-event (e.g., the first sub-event in a sequence of sub-events that form an event or potential event) occurs. Once a hit view is identified by hit view determination module 172, the hit view typically receives all sub-events related to the same touch or input source for which it was identified as the hit view.

[0123] Active event recognizer determination module 173 determines which view or views within the view hierarchy should receive a particular sequence of sub-events. In some embodiments, active event recognizer determination module 173 determines that only the hit view should receive a particular sequence of sub-events. In other embodiments, active event recognizer determination module 173 determines that all views that include the physical location of the sub-event are actively participating views, and therefore determines that all actively participating views should receive a particular sequence of sub-events. In other embodiments, even if a touch sub-event is completely confined to an area associated with one particular view, higher views in the hierarchy will still remain as actively participating views.

[0124] Event distributor module 174 distributes event information to event recognizers (e.g., event recognizers 180). In embodiments including active event recognizer determination module 173, event distributor module 174 delivers the event information to the event recognizers determined by active event recognizer determination module 173. In some embodiments, event distributor module 174 stores the event information in an event queue, which is retrieved by corresponding event receivers 182.

[0125] In some embodiments, operating system 126 includes event classifier 170. Alternatively, application 136-1 includes event classifier 170. In yet another embodiment, event classifier 170 is a standalone module or is part of another module stored in memory 102, such as contact / motion module 130.

[0126] In some embodiments, application 136-1 includes multiple event handlers 190 and one or more application views 191, each of which includes instructions for handling touch events occurring in a corresponding view of the user interface of the application. Each application view 191 of application 136-1 includes one or more event identifiers 180. Typically, the corresponding application view 191 includes multiple event identifiers 180. In other embodiments, one or more event identifiers in event identifier 180 are part of an independent module, which is a higher-level object such as a user interface toolkit (not shown) or application 136-1 from which methods and other properties are inherited. In some embodiments, the corresponding event handler 190 includes one or more of the following: data updater 176, object updater 177, GUI updater 178, and / or event data 179 received from event classifier 170. Event handler 190 optionally utilizes or calls data updater 176, object updater 177 or GUI updater 178 to update application internal state 192. Alternatively, one or more of the application views 191 include one or more corresponding event handlers 190. In addition, in some embodiments, one or more of the data updater 176, the object updater 177, and the GUI updater 178 are included in the corresponding application view 191.

[0127] A corresponding event identifier 180 receives event information (e.g., event data 179) from event classifier 170 and identifies an event from the event information. Event identifier 180 includes an event receiver 182 and an event comparator 184. In some embodiments, event identifier 180 also includes metadata 183 and at least a subset of event delivery instructions 188 (which optionally include sub-event delivery instructions).

[0128] Event receiver 182 receives event information from event classifier 170. Event information includes information about sub-events such as touch or touch movement. Depending on the sub-event, the event information also includes additional information, such as the location of the sub-event. When the sub-event involves the movement of the touch, the event information optionally also includes the speed and direction of the sub-event. In some embodiments, the event includes the device rotating from one orientation to another orientation (e.g., from a longitudinal orientation to a transverse orientation, or vice versa), and the event information includes corresponding information about the current orientation of the device (also referred to as the device posture).

[0129] Event comparator 184 compares event information with predefined event or sub-event definitions, and determines an event or sub-event based on the comparison, or determines or updates the state of an event or sub-event. In some embodiments, event comparator 184 includes event definition 186. Event definition 186 includes the definition of an event (e.g., a predefined sequence of sub-events), such as event 1 (187-1), event 2 (187-2), and others. In some embodiments, sub-events in event (187) include, for example, touch start, touch end, touch move, touch cancel, and multi-touch. In one embodiment, the definition of event 1 (187-1) is a double-click on a displayed object. For example, a double-click includes a first touch (touch start) of a predetermined duration on a displayed object, a first lift-off (touch end) of a predetermined duration, a second touch (touch start) of a predetermined duration on a displayed object, and a second lift-off (touch end) of a predetermined duration. In another embodiment, the definition of event 2 (187-2) is a drag on a displayed object. For example, dragging includes a touch (or contact) of a predetermined duration on a displayed object, movement of the touch on the touch-sensitive display 112, and lifting of the touch (touch end). In some embodiments, the event also includes information for one or more associated event handlers 190.

[0130] In some embodiments, event definition 187 includes definitions of events for corresponding user interface objects. In some embodiments, event comparator 184 performs a hit test to determine which user interface object is associated with a sub-event. For example, in an application view displaying three user interface objects on touch-sensitive display 112, when a touch is detected on touch-sensitive display 112, event comparator 184 performs a hit test to determine which of the three user interface objects is associated with the touch (sub-event). If each displayed object is associated with a corresponding event handler 190, the event comparator uses the result of the hit test to determine which event handler 190 should be activated. For example, event comparator 184 selects an event handler associated with a sub-event and the object that triggered the hit test.

[0131] In some embodiments, the definition of the corresponding event (187) also includes a delay action that delays the delivery of the event information until it has been determined that the sub-event sequence does or does not correspond to the event type of the event identifier.

[0132] When a corresponding event recognizer 180 determines that a sequence of sub-events does not match any event in event definition 186, the corresponding event recognizer 180 enters an event impossible, event failed, or event ended state, after which subsequent sub-events of the touch-based gesture are ignored. In this case, other event recognizers (if any) that remain active for the hit view continue to track and process sub-events of the ongoing touch-based gesture.

[0133] In some embodiments, the corresponding event recognizers 180 include metadata 183 with configurable properties, flags, and / or lists that indicate how the event delivery system should perform sub-event delivery to actively participating event recognizers. In some embodiments, metadata 183 includes configurable properties, flags, and / or lists that indicate how event recognizers interact or can interact with each other. In some embodiments, metadata 183 includes configurable properties, flags, and / or lists that indicate whether sub-events are delivered to different levels in a view or programmatic hierarchy.

[0134] In some embodiments, when one or more specific sub-events of an event are identified, the corresponding event recognizer 180 activates an event handler 190 associated with the event. In some embodiments, the corresponding event recognizer 180 delivers event information associated with the event to the event handler 190. Activating the event handler 190 is different from sending (and deferred sending) the sub-events to the corresponding hit view. In some embodiments, the event recognizer 180 throws a tag associated with the identified event, and the event handler 190 associated with the tag obtains the tag and performs a predefined process.

[0135] In some embodiments, the event delivery instructions 188 include a sub-event delivery instruction that delivers event information about a sub-event without activating an event handler. Instead, the sub-event delivery instruction delivers the event information to an event handler associated with a sub-event sequence or to an actively participating view. The event handler associated with the sub-event sequence or with an actively participating view receives the event information and performs a predetermined process.

[0136] In some embodiments, data updater 176 creates and updates data used in application 136-1. For example, data updater 176 updates phone numbers used in contact module 137 or stores video files used in video player module. In some embodiments, object updater 177 creates and updates objects used in application 136-1. For example, object updater 177 creates new user interface objects or updates the position of user interface objects. GUI updater 178 updates the GUI. For example, GUI updater 178 prepares display information and sends the display information to graphics module 132 for display on a touch-sensitive display.

[0137] In some embodiments, event handler 190 includes or has access to data updater 176, object updater 177, and GUI updater 178. In some embodiments, data updater 176, object updater 177, and GUI updater 178 are included in a single module of the corresponding application 136-1 or application view 191. In other embodiments, they are included in two or more software modules.

[0138] It should be understood that the above discussion of event processing of user touches on a touch-sensitive display also applies to other forms of user input that utilize input devices to operate the multifunction device 100, and not all user input is initiated on the touch screen. For example, mouse movement and mouse button presses, optionally in conjunction with single or multiple keyboard presses or hold; contact movement on a touch pad, such as tapping, dragging, scrolling, etc.; stylus input; movement of the device; verbal commands; detected eye movement; biometric input; and / or any combination thereof are optionally used as input corresponding to sub-events defining the event to be recognized.

[0139] Figure 2A portable multifunction device 100 with a touch screen 112 according to some embodiments is shown. The touch screen optionally displays one or more graphics within a user interface (UI) 200. In this embodiment and other embodiments described below, a user can select one or more of these graphics by, for example, making gestures on the graphics using one or more fingers 202 (not drawn to scale in the figure) or one or more styluses 203 (not drawn to scale in the figure). In some embodiments, selection of one or more graphics will occur when the user interrupts contact with the one or more graphics. In some embodiments, gestures optionally include one or more taps, one or more swipes (from left to right, from right to left, up and / or down) and / or rolling of fingers that have been in contact with the device 100 (from right to left, from left to right, up and / or down). In some specific implementations or in some cases, inadvertent contact with a graphic will not select the graphic. For example, when the gesture corresponding to the selection is a tap, a swipe gesture that sweeps over an application icon optionally does not select the corresponding application.

[0140] The device 100 optionally also includes one or more physical buttons, such as a “home” or menu button 204. As previously described, the menu button 204 is optionally used to navigate to any application 136 in a set of applications that are optionally executed on the device 100. Alternatively, in some embodiments, the menu button is implemented as a soft key in a GUI displayed on the touch screen 112.

[0141] In some embodiments, the device 100 includes a touch screen 112, a menu button 204, a push button 206 for turning the device on / off and for locking the device, one or more volume adjustment buttons 208, a user identity module (SIM) card slot 210, an earphone jack 212, and a docking / charging external port 124. The push button 206 is optionally used to turn the device on / off by pressing the button and keeping the button in a pressed state for a predefined time interval; lock the device by pressing the button and releasing the button before the predefined time interval passes; and / or unlock the device or initiate an unlocking process. In an alternative embodiment, the device 100 also accepts voice input for activating or deactivating certain functions through a microphone 113. The device 100 also optionally includes one or more contact strength sensors 165 for detecting the strength of contact on the touch screen 112, and / or one or more tactile output generators 167 for generating tactile output for a user of the device 100.

[0142] Figure 3300 is a block diagram of an exemplary multifunction device with a display and a touch-sensitive surface according to some embodiments. Device 300 does not have to be portable. In some embodiments, device 300 is a laptop computer, a desktop computer, a tablet computer, a multimedia player device, a navigation device, an educational device (such as a children's learning toy), a game system, or a control device (e.g., a home controller or an industrial controller). Device 300 typically includes one or more processing units (CPUs) 310, one or more network or other communication interfaces 360, a memory 370, and one or more communication buses 320 for interconnecting these components. The communication bus 320 optionally includes circuits (sometimes referred to as a chipset) that interconnect system components and control communications between system components. Device 300 includes an input / output (I / O) interface 330 with a display 340, which is typically a touch screen display. The I / O interface 330 also optionally includes a keyboard and / or a mouse (or other pointing device) 350 and a touchpad 355, a tactile output generator 357 for generating tactile output on the device 300 (e.g., similar to the above reference). Figure 1A The one or more tactile output generators 167 described above), sensors 359 (e.g., optical sensors, acceleration sensors, proximity sensors, touch sensors, and / or contact intensity sensors (similar to the above referenced Figure 1A The memory 370 may include one or more storage devices located away from the CPU 310. In some embodiments, the memory 370 stores information related to the portable multifunction device 100 ( Figure 1A ) or a subset thereof. In addition, memory 370 optionally stores additional programs, modules, and data structures not present in memory 102 of portable multifunction device 100. For example, memory 370 of device 300 optionally stores a drawing module 380, a presentation module 382, ​​a word processing module 384, a website creation module 386, a disk editing module 388, and / or a spreadsheet module 390, while portable multifunction device 100 ( Figure 1A )'s memory 102 optionally does not store these modules.

[0143] Figure 3Each element in the above-mentioned elements in is optionally stored in one or more memory devices of the previously mentioned memory device. Each module in the above-mentioned modules corresponds to the instruction set for performing the above-mentioned functions. The above-mentioned modules or programs (e.g., instruction sets) need not be implemented as independent software programs, processes or modules, and therefore the various subsets of these modules are optionally combined or otherwise rearranged in various embodiments. In some embodiments, memory 370 optionally stores the subset of the above-mentioned modules and data structures. In addition, memory 370 optionally stores other modules and data structures not described above.

[0144] Attention is now turned to an embodiment of a user interface that is optionally implemented on, for example, portable multifunction device 100.

[0145] Figure 4A An exemplary user interface of an application menu on portable multifunction device 100 is shown according to some embodiments. A similar user interface is optionally implemented on device 300. In some embodiments, user interface 400 includes the following elements, or a subgroup or supergroup thereof:

[0146] One or more signal strength indicators 402 of one or more wireless communications such as cellular signals and Wi-Fi signals;

[0147] Time 404;

[0148] Bluetooth indicator 405;

[0149] Battery status indicator 406;

[0150] A tray 408 with icons for commonly used applications, such as:

[0151] o an icon 416 of the phone module 138 labeled “Phone”, the icon 416 optionally including an indicator 414 of the number of missed calls or voice messages;

[0152] o an icon 418 of the email client module 140 labeled “Mail”, the icon 418 optionally including an indicator 410 of the number of unread emails;

[0153] o An icon 420 labeled “Browser” of the browser module 147; and

[0154] o an icon 422 labeled “iPod” of a video and music player module 152 (also referred to as an iPod (trademark of Apple Inc.) module 152); and

[0155] Icons for other apps, such as:

[0156] o Icon 424 of IM module 141 labeled “Message”;

[0157] o Icon 426 labeled “Calendar” of calendar module 148;

[0158] o Icon 428 labeled “Photos” of the image management module 144;

[0159] o An icon 430 labeled “Camera” of the camera module 143;

[0160] o Icon 432 labeled “Online Video” of the online video module 155;

[0161] o Icon 434 labeled "Stock Market" of the Stock Market widget 149-2;

[0162] o an icon 436 labeled “MAP” of the map module 154;

[0163] o Icon 438 labeled "Weather" of the Weather widget 149-1;

[0164] o Icon 440 labeled as “Clock” of the alarm clock widget 149-4;

[0165] o an icon 442 labeled “Fitness Support” of the fitness support module 142;

[0166] o An icon 444 labeled "Notepad" of the notepad module 153; and

[0167] o An icon 446 of a settings application or module labeled “Settings” that provides access to settings for the device 100 and its various applications 136.

[0168] It should be noted that Figure 4A The icon labels shown in are exemplary only. For example, icon 422 of video and music player module 152 is labeled "Music" or "Music Player". Other labels are optionally used for various application icons. In some embodiments, the label of the corresponding application icon includes the name of the application corresponding to the corresponding application icon. In some embodiments, the label of a particular application icon is different from the name of the application corresponding to the particular application icon.

[0169] Figure 4B A touch-sensitive surface 451 (eg, touch screen display 112) is shown having a touch-sensitive surface 451 (eg, Figure 3 tablet or touch pad 355) device (e.g., Figure 3Device 300 also optionally includes one or more contact intensity sensors (e.g., one or more of sensors 359) for detecting intensity of contact on touch-sensitive surface 451, and / or one or more tactile output generators 357 for generating tactile output for a user of device 300.

[0170] Although some of the examples below are given with reference to input on a touch screen display 112 (where a touch-sensitive surface and a display are combined), in some embodiments, the device detects input on a touch-sensitive surface that is separate from the display, such as Figure 4B In some embodiments, the touch-sensitive surface (e.g., Figure 4B 451) has a main axis (e.g., Figure 4B 453) corresponding to the principal axis (for example, Figure 4B According to these embodiments, the device detects a position corresponding to a corresponding position on the display (e.g., Figure 4B 460 corresponds to 468 and 462 corresponds to 470) in contact with touch-sensitive surface 451 (e.g., Figure 4B 460 and 462 in FIG. 4 ). Thus, on a touch-sensitive surface (eg, Figure 4B 451) and the display of a multi-function device ( Figure 4B When the user input detected by the device on the touch-sensitive surface (e.g., contacts 460 and 462 and their movement) is separated, the device is used to manipulate the user interface on the display. It should be understood that similar methods are optionally used for other user interfaces described herein.

[0171] In addition, although the following examples are primarily given with reference to finger inputs (e.g., finger contacts, single-finger tap gestures, finger swipe gestures), it should be understood that in some embodiments, one or more of these finger inputs are replaced by input from another input device (e.g., mouse-based input or stylus input). For example, a swipe gesture is optionally replaced by a mouse click (e.g., instead of contact), followed by movement of the cursor along the path of the swipe (e.g., instead of movement of the contact). As another example, a tap gesture is optionally replaced by a mouse click when the cursor is over the location of the tap gesture (e.g., instead of detecting contact, followed by ceasing to detect contact). Similarly, when multiple user inputs are detected simultaneously, it should be understood that multiple computer mice are optionally used simultaneously, or a mouse and finger contact are optionally used simultaneously.

[0172] Figure 5AAn exemplary personal electronic device 500 is shown. Device 500 includes a body 502. In some embodiments, device 500 may include a body 502 relative to devices 100 and 300 (e.g., Figure 1A-Figure 4B ) some or all of the features described in the foregoing. In some embodiments, device 500 has a touch-sensitive display screen 504, referred to hereinafter as touch screen 504. As an alternative or in addition to touch screen 504, device 500 has a display and a touch-sensitive surface. As with devices 100 and 300, in some embodiments, touch screen 504 (or touch-sensitive surface) optionally includes one or more strength sensors for detecting the intensity of contact (e.g., touch) applied. One or more strength sensors of touch screen 504 (or touch-sensitive surface) can provide output data representing the intensity of touch. The user interface of device 500 can respond to touch based on the intensity of the touch, which means that touches of different intensities can invoke different user interface operations on device 500.

[0173] Exemplary techniques for detecting and processing touch intensity are found, for example, in the following related patent applications: International Patent Application No. PCT / US2013 / 040061, filed on May 8, 2013, entitled “Device, Method, and Graphical User Interface for Displaying User Interface Objects Corresponding to an Application,” published as WIPO Patent Publication No. WO / 2013 / 169849; and International Patent Application No. PCT / US2013 / 069483, filed on November 11, 2013, entitled “Device, Method, and Graphical User Interface for Transitioning Between Touch Input to Display Output Relationships,” published as WIPO Patent Publication No. WO / 2014 / 105276, each of which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.

[0174] In some embodiments, the device 500 has one or more input mechanisms 506 and 508. The input mechanisms 506 and 508 (if included) can be physical. Examples of physical input mechanisms include push buttons and rotatable mechanisms. In some embodiments, the device 500 has one or more attachment mechanisms. Such attachment mechanisms (if included) can allow the device 500 to be attached to, for example, hats, glasses, earrings, necklaces, shirts, jackets, bracelets, watchbands, bracelets, pants, belts, shoes, wallets, backpacks, etc. These attachment mechanisms allow the user to wear the device 500.

[0175] Figure 5B An exemplary personal electronic device 500 is shown. In some embodiments, the device 500 may include a Figure 1A , Figure 1B and Figure 3 Some or all of the components described. Device 500 has a bus 512, which operatively couples an I / O portion 514 with one or more computer processors 516 and a memory 518. The I / O portion 514 may be connected to a display 504, which may have a touch-sensitive component 522 and optionally a strength sensor 524 (e.g., a contact strength sensor). In addition, the I / O portion 514 may be connected to a communication unit 530 for receiving application and operating system data using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, near field communication (NFC), cellular and / or other wireless communication technologies. Device 500 may include input mechanisms 506 and / or 508. For example, the input mechanism 506 is optionally a rotatable input device or a depressible input device and a rotatable input device. In some embodiments, the input mechanism 508 is optionally a button.

[0176] In some embodiments, input mechanism 508 is optionally a microphone. Personal electronic device 500 optionally includes various sensors, such as GPS sensor 532, accelerometer 534, orientation sensor 540 (e.g., compass), gyroscope 536, motion sensor 538, and / or combinations thereof, all of which are operably connected to I / O portion 514.

[0177] The memory 518 of the personal electronic device 500 may include one or more non-transitory computer-readable storage media for storing computer-executable instructions that, when executed by one or more computer processors 516, may cause the computer processors to perform the techniques described below, including process 700 ( Figure 7A-7E). Computer-readable storage media can be any medium that can tangibly contain or store computer-executable instructions for use by or in conjunction with instruction execution systems, devices, and apparatuses. In some embodiments, the storage medium is a transient computer-readable storage medium. In some embodiments, the storage medium is a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium. Non-transitory computer-readable storage media may include, but are not limited to, magnetic storage devices, optical storage devices, and / or semiconductor storage devices. Examples of such storage devices include magnetic disks, optical disks based on CD, DVD, or Blu-ray technology, and persistent solid-state memories such as flash memory, solid-state drives, and the like. Personal electronic device 500 is not limited to Figure 5B components and configurations, but may include other components or additional components in a variety of configurations.

[0178] As used herein, the term "indicative representation" refers to an optional feature of the apparatus 100, 300, and / or 500 ( Figure 1A-1B , Figure 3 and Figure 5A-5H ) is a user-interactive graphical user interface object displayed on a display screen of a computer. For example, an image (e.g., an icon), a button, and text (e.g., a hyperlink) optionally each constitute an affordance.

[0179] As used herein, the term "focus selector" refers to an input element used to indicate the current portion of a user interface with which a user is interacting. In some implementations that include a cursor or other position marker, the cursor acts as a "focus selector" such that when the cursor is over a particular user interface element (e.g., a button, window, slider, or other user interface element), a focus selector is displayed on a touch-sensitive surface (e.g., Figure 3 Touchpad 355 or Figure 4B In the event that an input (e.g., a press input) is detected on the touch-sensitive surface 451 in the display, the particular user interface element is adjusted according to the detected input. In the case that a touch-screen display (e.g., Figure 1A A touch-sensitive display system 112 or Figure 4AIn some implementations of the touch screen 112 in FIG. 1 , a contact detected on the touch screen acts as a “focus selector” such that when an input (e.g., a press input by the contact) is detected at the location of a particular user interface element (e.g., a button, window, slider, or other user interface element) on the touch screen display, the particular user interface element is adjusted in accordance with the detected input. In some implementations, the focus moves from one area of ​​the user interface to another area of ​​the user interface without corresponding movement of a cursor or movement of a contact on the touch screen display (e.g., by using a tab key or arrow keys to move the focus from one button to another); in these implementations, the focus selector moves in accordance with the movement of the focus between different areas of the user interface. Regardless of the specific form the focus selector takes, the focus selector is typically a user interface element (or contact on the touch screen display) that is controlled by the user to deliver the user's intended interaction with the user interface (e.g., by indicating to the device the element of the user interface with which the user desires to interact). For example, when a press input is detected on a touch-sensitive surface (e.g., a trackpad or touch screen), the position of a focus selector (e.g., a cursor, contact, or selection box) over a corresponding button will indicate that the user intends to activate the corresponding button (rather than other user interface elements shown on the device display).

[0180] As used in the specification and claims, the term "characteristic intensity" of a contact refers to a characteristic of a contact based on one or more intensities of the contact. In some embodiments, the characteristic intensity is based on multiple intensity samples. The characteristic intensity is optionally based on a predefined number of intensity samples or a set of intensity samples collected during a predetermined time period (e.g., 0.05 seconds, 0.1 seconds, 0.2 seconds, 0.5 seconds, 1 second, 2 seconds, 5 seconds, 10 seconds) relative to a predefined event (e.g., after contact is detected, before contact is detected to be lifted off, before or after contact starts to move, before contact ends, before or after the intensity of the contact is detected to be increased, and / or before or after the intensity of the contact is detected to be reduced). The characteristic intensity of a contact is optionally based on one or more of the following: the maximum value of the intensity of the contact, the mean value of the intensity of the contact, the average value of the intensity of the contact, the value at the top 10% of the intensity of the contact, the half-maximum value of the intensity of the contact, the 90% maximum value of the intensity of the contact, etc. In some embodiments, the duration of the contact is used when determining the characteristic intensity (e.g., when the characteristic intensity is the average value of the intensity of the contact over time). In some embodiments, the feature strength is compared to a set of one or more strength thresholds to determine whether the user has performed an operation. For example, the set of one or more strength thresholds optionally includes a first strength threshold and a second strength threshold. In this embodiment, a contact whose feature strength does not exceed the first threshold results in a first operation, a contact whose feature strength exceeds the first strength threshold but does not exceed the second strength threshold results in a second operation, and a contact whose feature strength exceeds the second threshold results in a third operation. In some embodiments, a comparison between the feature strength and one or more thresholds is used to determine whether to perform one or more operations (e.g., whether to perform the corresponding operation or to abandon the corresponding operation) rather than to determine whether to perform the first operation or the second operation.

[0181] Figure 5C Detecting multiple contacts 552A-552E on touch-sensitive display screen 504 using multiple intensity sensors 524A-524D is shown. Figure 5C Also included is an intensity graph that shows the current intensity measurements of intensity sensors 524A-524D relative to intensity units. In this embodiment, the intensity measurements of intensity sensors 524A and 524D are each 9 intensity units, and the intensity measurements of intensity sensors 524B and 524C are each 7 intensity units. In some implementations, the cumulative intensity is the sum of the intensity measurements of multiple intensity sensors 524A-524D, which in this embodiment is 32 intensity units. In some embodiments, each contact is assigned a corresponding intensity, which is a portion of the cumulative intensity. Figure 5DThe cumulative strength assigned to contacts 552A-552E based on their distance from the center of force 554 is shown. In this embodiment, each of contacts 552A, 552B, and 552E is assigned a contact strength of 8 strength units of the cumulative strength, and each of contacts 552C and 552D is assigned a contact strength of 4 strength units of the cumulative strength. More generally, in some embodiments, each contact j is assigned a corresponding strength Ij, which is a portion of the cumulative strength A, according to a predefined mathematical function Ij=A·(Dj / ΣDi), where Dj is the distance of the corresponding contact j from the center of force, and ΣDi is the sum of the distances of all corresponding contacts (e.g., i=1 to the last) from the center of force. The reference may be performed using an electronic device similar to or equivalent to device 100, 300, or 500. Figure 5C-5D In some embodiments, the characteristic intensity of the contact is based on one or more intensities of the contact. In some embodiments, the intensity sensor is used to determine a single characteristic intensity (e.g., a single characteristic intensity of a single contact). It should be noted that the intensity map is not part of the displayed user interface, but is included in the Figure 5C-5D To assist the readers.

[0182] In some embodiments, a portion of a gesture is identified for determining characteristic strength. For example, the touch-sensitive surface optionally receives a continuous swipe contact that transitions from a starting position and reaches an end position, where the contact strength increases. In this embodiment, the characteristic strength of the contact at the end position is optionally based only on a portion of the continuous swipe contact, rather than the entire swipe contact (e.g., only the portion of the swipe contact at the end position). In some embodiments, a smoothing algorithm is optionally applied to the intensity of the swipe contact before determining the characteristic strength of the contact. For example, a smoothing algorithm optionally includes one or more of the following: an unweighted sliding average smoothing algorithm, a triangular smoothing algorithm, a median filter smoothing algorithm, and / or an exponential smoothing algorithm. In some cases, these smoothing algorithms eliminate narrow peaks or depressions in the intensity of the swipe contact to achieve the purpose of determining the characteristic strength.

[0183] The intensity of contact on the touch-sensitive surface is optionally characterized relative to one or more intensity thresholds such as a contact detection intensity threshold, a light press intensity threshold, a deep press intensity threshold, and / or one or more other intensity thresholds. In some embodiments, the light press intensity threshold corresponds to an intensity at which the device will perform an operation typically associated with clicking a button of a physical mouse or trackpad. In some embodiments, the deep press intensity threshold corresponds to an intensity at which the device will perform an operation different from the operation typically associated with clicking a button of a physical mouse or trackpad. In some embodiments, when a contact having a characteristic intensity lower than the light press intensity threshold (e.g., and higher than a nominal contact detection intensity threshold, contacts lower than the nominal contact detection intensity threshold are no longer detected) is detected, the device will move the focus selector according to the movement of the contact on the touch-sensitive surface without performing an operation associated with the light press intensity threshold or the deep press intensity threshold. Generally speaking, unless otherwise stated, these intensity thresholds are consistent between different groups of user interface illustrations.

[0184] An increase in contact feature intensity from an intensity below a light press intensity threshold to an intensity between the light press intensity threshold and the deep press intensity threshold is sometimes referred to as a "light press" input. An increase in contact feature intensity from an intensity below a deep press intensity threshold to an intensity above the deep press intensity threshold is sometimes referred to as a "deep press" input. An increase in contact feature intensity from an intensity below a contact detection intensity threshold to an intensity between the contact detection intensity threshold and the light press intensity threshold is sometimes referred to as detecting contact on the touch surface. A decrease in contact feature intensity from an intensity above the contact detection intensity threshold to an intensity below the contact detection intensity threshold is sometimes referred to as detecting contact lifted from the touch surface. In some embodiments, the contact detection intensity threshold is zero. In some embodiments, the contact detection intensity threshold is greater than zero.

[0185] In some embodiments described herein, one or more operations are performed in response to detecting a gesture that includes a corresponding press input or in response to detecting a corresponding press input performed using a corresponding contact (or multiple contacts), wherein the corresponding press input is detected at least in part based on detecting that the strength of the contact (or multiple contacts) increases to above a press input strength threshold. In some embodiments, the corresponding operation is performed in response to detecting that the strength of the corresponding contact increases to above the press input strength threshold (e.g., a "down stroke" of the corresponding press input). In some embodiments, the press input includes an increase in the strength of the corresponding contact to above the press input strength threshold and the strength of the contact subsequently decreases to below the press input strength threshold, and the corresponding operation is performed in response to detecting that the strength of the corresponding contact subsequently decreases to below the press input threshold (e.g., an "up stroke" of the corresponding press input).

[0186] Figure 5E-Figure 5HDetection of a gesture is shown, the gesture comprising contact 562 with an intensity from below Figure 5E The light press intensity threshold in L ”) increases to a strength higher than Figure 5H The deep compression intensity threshold in D ”). On the displayed user interface 570 including application icons 572A-572D displayed in the predefined area 574, when the cursor 576 is displayed above the application icon 572B corresponding to application 2, a gesture performed using contact 562 is detected on the touch-sensitive surface 560. In some embodiments, the gesture is detected on the touch-sensitive display 504. The intensity sensor detects the intensity of the contact on the touch-sensitive surface 560. The device determines whether the intensity of the contact 562 is within the deep press intensity threshold (for example, “IT D ”) reaches a peak above. Contact 562 is maintained on touch-sensitive surface 560. In response to detecting the gesture, and according to the intensity increasing to a deep press intensity threshold (e.g., “IT D ”) above contact 562, displays scaled representations 578A-578C (e.g., thumbnails) of documents recently opened for application 2, such as Figure 5F-5H In some embodiments, the intensity is a characteristic intensity of the contact compared to one or more intensity thresholds. It should be noted that the intensity map for contact 562 is not part of the displayed user interface, but is included in the Figure 5E-Figure 5H To assist the readers.

[0187] In some embodiments, the display of representations 578A-578C includes animation. For example, representation 578A is initially displayed near application icon 572B, such as Fig. 5F As the animation progresses, representation 578A moves upward and representation 578B is displayed near application icon 572B, as shown. Figure 5G Then, representation 578A moves upward, 578B moves upward toward representation 578A, and representation 578C is displayed near application icon 572B, as shown in FIG. Figure 5H 578A-578C form an array above icon 572B. In some embodiments, the animation progresses according to the intensity of contact 562, such as Figure 5F-5G , where representations 578A-578C appear and increase as the strength of contact 562 approaches a deep press strength threshold (eg, “IT D ”) increases and moves upward. In some embodiments, the intensity according to which the animation progresses is the characteristic intensity of the contact. The reference may be performed using an electronic device similar to or equivalent to device 100, 300, or 500. Figure 5E-Figure 5H The operation described.

[0188] In some embodiments, the device employs intensity hysteresis to avoid unexpected inputs sometimes referred to as "jitter," where the device defines or selects a hysteresis intensity threshold that has a predefined relationship to a press input intensity threshold (e.g., the hysteresis intensity threshold is X intensity units lower than the press input intensity threshold, or the hysteresis intensity threshold is 75%, 90%, or some reasonable proportion of the press input intensity threshold). Thus, in some embodiments, a press input includes an increase in the intensity of the corresponding contact to above the press input intensity threshold and a subsequent decrease in the intensity of the contact to below the hysteresis intensity threshold corresponding to the press input intensity threshold, and a corresponding operation is performed in response to detecting that the intensity of the corresponding contact subsequently decreases to below the hysteresis intensity threshold (e.g., an "upward stroke" of the corresponding press input). Similarly, in some embodiments, a press input is detected only when the device detects that the contact intensity increases from an intensity equal to or below the hysteresis intensity threshold to an intensity equal to or above the press input intensity threshold and, optionally, that the contact intensity subsequently decreases to an intensity equal to or below the hysteresis intensity, and a corresponding operation is performed in response to detecting the press input (e.g., an increase in contact intensity or a decrease in contact intensity, depending on the circumstances).

[0189] For ease of explanation, optionally, a description of an operation performed in response to a press input associated with a press input intensity threshold or in response to a gesture including a press input is triggered in response to detecting any of the following: contact intensity increasing to above the press input intensity threshold, contact intensity increasing from an intensity below a hysteresis intensity threshold to an intensity above the press input intensity threshold, contact intensity decreasing to below the press input intensity threshold, and / or contact intensity decreasing to below a hysteresis intensity threshold corresponding to the press input intensity threshold. Additionally, in examples where an operation is described as being performed in response to detecting that the intensity of the contact decreases below the press input intensity threshold, the operation is optionally performed in response to detecting that the intensity of the contact decreases below a hysteresis intensity threshold that corresponds to and is less than the press input intensity threshold.

[0190] As used herein, an "installed application" refers to a software application that has been downloaded to an electronic device (e.g., device 100, 300, and / or 500) and is ready to be launched (e.g., become open) on the device. In some embodiments, a downloaded application becomes an installed application using an installer that extracts program portions from a downloaded software package and integrates the extracted portions with the operating system of a computer system.

[0191] As used herein, the term "open application" or "executing application" refers to a software application that has retained state information (e.g., as part of device / global internal state 157 and / or application internal state 192). An open or executing application is optionally any of the following types of applications:

[0192] The active application currently displayed on the display of the device on which the application is being used;

[0193] Background applications (or background processes), which are not currently displayed but whose processes are being processed by one or more processors; and

[0194] - A suspended or dormant application that is not running but has state information stored in memory (volatile and non-volatile, respectively) and can be used to resume execution of the application.

[0195] As used herein, the term "closed application" refers to a software application that does not have retained state information (e.g., the state information of a closed application is not stored in the memory of the device). Therefore, closing an application includes stopping and / or removing the application process of the application and removing the state information of the application from the memory of the device. Generally speaking, when in a first application, opening a second application does not close the first application. When the second application is displayed and the first application stops being displayed, the first application becomes a background application.

[0196] Exemplary methods, non-transitory computer-readable storage media, systems, and electronic devices are given in the following:

[0197] 1. A method comprising:

[0198] At an electronic device having a first input mechanism and a second input mechanism,

[0199] When the electronic device is in a first mode, wherein disabling the first input mechanism prevents a user from inputting in the first mode, detecting input via the second input mechanism;

[0200] determining whether one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy a set of predefined criteria;

[0201] transitioning the electronic device to a second mode in which the first input mechanism is enabled for user input in the second mode based on determining that the one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria;

[0202] Remaining in the first mode and abandoning transitioning the electronic device to the second mode based on determining that the one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria.

[0203] 2. The method of clause 1, wherein the first input mechanism is associated with a first input modality and the second input mechanism is associated with a second input modality different from the first input modality.

[0204] 3. The method according to any one of items 1 to 2, wherein the second input mechanism is a rotatable input mechanism.

[0205] 4. A method according to any one of items 1 to 3, wherein the first input mechanism is a touch-sensitive display.

[0206] 5. The method according to any one of items 1 to 4, further comprising:

[0207] When the electronic device is in the first mode,

[0208] detecting input via the first input mechanism;

[0209] Subsequent to detecting the input via the first input mechanism, providing an output indicating that the input has been detected is abstained from.

[0210] 6. The method according to any one of items 1 to 5, further comprising:

[0211] When the electronic device is in the first mode,

[0212] Detecting input via the first input mechanism is abandoned.

[0213] 7. The method according to any one of items 1 to 6, further comprising:

[0214] When the electronic device is in the second mode,

[0215] detecting input via the first input mechanism;

[0216] In response to detecting the input via the first input mechanism, providing an output indicating that the input has been detected.

[0217] 8. The method according to any one of items 1 to 7, wherein the electronic device further comprises a display and a third input mechanism, and wherein the third input mechanism is disabled in the first mode so that the user cannot input, and the third input mechanism is enabled in the second mode so that the user can input, and the method further comprises:

[0218] When the electronic device is in the first mode,

[0219] detecting input via the third input mechanism; and

[0220] In response to detecting the input via the third input mechanism, a message is displayed on the display indicating that the electronic device is in the first mode.

[0221] 9. The method according to any one of items 1 to 8,

[0222] wherein detecting the input via the second input mechanism comprises detecting a rotation of the second input mechanism, and

[0223] Wherein determining whether one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria comprises:

[0224] While continuing to detect the rotation of the second input mechanism, determining whether one or more characteristics of the rotation of the second input mechanism meet the set of predefined criteria.

[0225] 10. The method of item 9, wherein the one or more characteristics of the rotation include the speed of the rotation, the duration of the rotation, the direction of the rotation, the magnitude of the rotation, or a combination thereof.

[0226] 11. The method according to any one of items 9 to 10, wherein the set of predefined criteria is a first set of predefined criteria, the method further comprising:

[0227] while continuing to detect the rotation of the second input mechanism, determining whether one or more characteristics of the rotation of the second input mechanism meet a second set of predefined criteria;

[0228] providing an output indicating that a transition from the first mode to the second mode is in progress based on determining that the one or more characteristics of the rotation satisfy the second set of predefined criteria; and

[0229] Based on determining that the one or more characteristics of the rotation do not satisfy the second set of predefined criteria, forgoing providing the output indicating that a transition from the first mode to the second mode is ongoing.

[0230] 12. The method of item 11, wherein the electronic device further comprises a display, and wherein providing the output indicating that a transition from the first mode to the second mode is in progress comprises displaying an animation of a water drop expanding on the display.

[0231] 13. The method according to any one of items 1 to 12, further comprising:

[0232] providing an output indicating a successful transition from the first mode to the second mode based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria; and

[0233] Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria, providing an output indicating a failure to transition from the first mode to the second mode.

[0234] 14. The method of clause 13, wherein the output indicating successful transition from the first mode to the second mode comprises an animation of one or more water droplets bursting.

[0235] 15. The method according to any one of items 1 to 14, further comprising:

[0236] When the electronic device is in the second mode,

[0237] receiving input indicating a request to enter the first mode; and

[0238] In response to receiving the input, the electronic device is switched from the second mode to the first mode.

[0239] 16. A method according to item 15, wherein the electronic device includes a display, and the method further includes: after converting the electronic device from the second mode to the first mode, displaying a user interface including an indicator associated with the first mode on the display.

[0240] 17. A method according to any one of items 15 to 16, wherein the electronic device comprises a display, and

[0241] Wherein converting the electronic device to the first mode includes: displaying a message on the display indicating that the electronic device is in the first mode.

[0242] 18. The method according to any one of items 1 to 17, wherein the electronic device includes a speaker, further comprising:

[0243] Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria, a sound is emitted via the speaker, wherein the emitted sound is configured to expel liquid from the speaker.

[0244] 19. The method according to item 18, wherein at least a portion of the sound has a predefined frequency.

[0245] 20. A method according to any one of items 18 to 19, wherein the sound has a predefined duration.

[0246] 21. The method of any one of clauses 18 to 20, further comprising providing, upon emitting the sound, an output indicative of a successful transition from the first mode to the second mode.

[0247] 22. An electronic device comprising:

[0248] a first input mechanism;

[0249] a second input mechanism;

[0250] one or more processors;

[0251] A memory storing one or more programs configured to be executed by the one or more processors, the one or more programs including instructions for performing the following operations:

[0252] When the electronic device is in a first mode, wherein disabling the first input mechanism prevents a user from inputting in the first mode, detecting input via the second input mechanism;

[0253] determining whether one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy a set of predefined criteria;

[0254] transitioning the electronic device to a second mode in which the first input mechanism is enabled for user input in the second mode based on determining that the one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria;

[0255] Remaining in the first mode and abandoning transitioning the electronic device to the second mode based on determining that the one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria.

[0256] 23. A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing one or more programs configured to be executed by one or more processors of an electronic device having a first input mechanism and a second input mechanism, the one or more programs comprising instructions for performing the following operations:

[0257] When the electronic device is in a first mode, wherein disabling the first input mechanism prevents a user from inputting in the first mode, detecting input via the second input mechanism;

[0258] determining whether one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy a set of predefined criteria;

[0259] transitioning the electronic device to a second mode in which the first input mechanism is enabled for user input in the second mode based on determining that the one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria;

[0260] Remaining in the first mode and abandoning transitioning the electronic device to the second mode based on determining that the one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria.

[0261] 24. An electronic device comprising:

[0262] a first input mechanism;

[0263] a second input mechanism;

[0264] means for detecting input via the second input mechanism when the electronic device is in a first mode, wherein disabling the first input mechanism prevents a user from inputting in the first mode;

[0265] means for determining whether one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy a set of predefined criteria;

[0266] means for transitioning the electronic device to a second mode based on determining that the one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria, wherein the first input mechanism is enabled for user input in the second mode;

[0267] Means for remaining in the first mode and forgoing transitioning the electronic device to the second mode based on determining that the one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria.

[0268] 25. An electronic device comprising:

[0269] a first input mechanism;

[0270] a second input mechanism;

[0271] one or more processors;

[0272] A memory storing one or more programs configured to be executed by the one or more processors, the one or more programs comprising instructions for executing a method according to any one of items 1 to 21.

[0273] 26. A computer-readable storage medium storing one or more programs configured to be executed by one or more processors of a device having a first input mechanism and a second input mechanism, wherein the one or more programs include instructions for executing a method according to any one of items 1 to 21.

[0274] 27. An electronic device comprising:

[0275] a first input mechanism;

[0276] a second input mechanism;

[0277] An apparatus for performing any of the methods according to items 1 to 21.

[0278] 28. An electronic device comprising:

[0279] A first input mechanism unit;

[0280] The second input mechanism unit,

[0281] A processing unit, the processing unit is coupled to the first input mechanism unit and the second input mechanism unit, and the processing unit is configured to:

[0282] When the electronic device is in a first mode, wherein disabling the first input mechanism unit prevents a user from inputting in the first mode, an input is detected via the second input mechanism unit;

[0283] determining whether one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit satisfy a set of predefined criteria;

[0284] Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit satisfy the set of predefined criteria, converting the electronic device to a second mode, wherein the first input mechanism unit is enabled for user input in the second mode;

[0285] Remaining in the first mode and abandoning transitioning the electronic device to the second mode based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria.

[0286] 29. The electronic device according to item 28, wherein the first input mechanism unit is associated with a first input modality, and the second input mechanism unit is associated with a second input modality different from the first input modality.

[0287] 30. The electronic device according to any one of items 28 to 29, wherein the second input mechanism unit is a rotatable input mechanism unit.

[0288] 31. An electronic device according to any one of items 28 to 30, wherein the first input mechanism unit is a touch-sensitive display unit.

[0289] 32. The electronic device according to any one of items 28 to 31, wherein the processing unit is further configured to:

[0290] When the electronic device is in the first mode,

[0291] detecting input via the first input mechanism unit;

[0292] After detecting the input via the first input mechanism unit, providing an output indicating that the input has been detected is abandoned.

[0293] 33. The electronic device according to any one of items 28 to 32, wherein the processing unit is further configured to:

[0294] When the electronic device is in the first mode,

[0295] Abandon detecting input via the first input mechanism unit.

[0296] 34. The electronic device according to any one of items 28 to 33, wherein the processing unit is further configured to:

[0297] When the electronic device is in the second mode,

[0298] detecting input via the first input mechanism unit;

[0299] In response to detecting the input via the first input mechanism unit, providing an output indicating that the input has been detected.

[0300] 35. The electronic device according to any one of items 28 to 34, wherein the electronic device further comprises a display unit and a third input mechanism unit, wherein in the first mode the third input mechanism unit is disabled so that the user cannot input, and in the second mode the third input mechanism unit is enabled so that the user can input, and wherein the processing unit is further configured to:

[0301] When the electronic device is in the first mode,

[0302] detecting input via the third input mechanism unit; and

[0303] In response to detecting an input via the third input mechanism unit, a message indicating that the electronic device is in the first mode is enabled to be displayed on the display unit.

[0304] 36. An electronic device according to any one of items 28 to 35,

[0305] wherein detecting the input via the second input mechanism unit includes detecting a rotation of the second input mechanism unit, and

[0306] Wherein determining whether one or more features of the input detected by the second input mechanism unit meet the set of predefined criteria comprises:

[0307] While continuing to detect the rotation of the second input mechanism unit, it is determined whether one or more features of the rotation of the second input mechanism unit meet the set of predefined criteria.

[0308] 37. An electronic device according to item 36, wherein the one or more characteristics of the rotation include the speed of the rotation, the duration of the rotation, the direction of the rotation, the magnitude of the rotation, or a combination thereof.

[0309] 38. The electronic device according to any one of items 36 to 37, wherein the set of predefined criteria is a first set of predefined criteria, wherein the processing unit is further configured to:

[0310] While continuing to detect the rotation of the second input mechanism unit, determining whether one or more features of the rotation of the second input mechanism unit meet a second set of predefined criteria;

[0311] providing an output indicating that a transition from the first mode to the second mode is in progress based on determining that the one or more characteristics of the rotation satisfy the second set of predefined criteria; and

[0312] Based on determining that the one or more characteristics of the rotation do not satisfy the second set of predefined criteria, forgoing providing the output indicating that a transition from the first mode to the second mode is ongoing.

[0313] 39. An electronic device according to item 38, wherein the electronic device also includes a display unit, and wherein providing the output indicating that a transition from the first mode to the second mode is being made includes enabling an animation of a water drop expanding to be displayed on the display unit.

[0314] 40. The electronic device according to any one of items 28 to 39, wherein the processing unit is further configured to:

[0315] providing an output indicating a successful transition from the first mode to the second mode based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit satisfy the set of predefined criteria; and

[0316] Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria, providing an output indicating a failure to transition from the first mode to the second mode.

[0317] 41. An electronic device according to item 40, wherein the output indicating successful transition from the first mode to the second mode includes an animation of one or more water droplets bursting.

[0318] 42. The electronic device according to any one of items 28 to 41, wherein the processing unit is further configured to:

[0319] When the electronic device is in the second mode,

[0320] receiving input indicating a request to enter the first mode; and

[0321] In response to receiving the input, the electronic device is switched from the second mode to the first mode.

[0322] 43. An electronic device according to item 42, wherein the electronic device includes a display unit, and wherein the processing unit is further configured to: after converting the electronic device from the second mode to the first mode, enable a user interface to be displayed, wherein the user interface includes an indicator associated with the first mode.

[0323] 44. An electronic device according to any one of items 42 to 43, wherein the electronic device includes a display unit, and wherein converting the electronic device to the first mode includes: enabling a message indicating that the electronic device is in the first mode to be displayed.

[0324] 45. The electronic device according to any one of items 28 to 44, wherein the electronic device comprises a speaker unit, wherein the processing unit is further configured to:

[0325] Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit meet the set of predefined criteria, sound is emitted via the speaker unit, wherein the emitted sound is configured to expel liquid from the speaker unit.

[0326] 46. ​​An electronic device according to item 45, wherein at least a portion of the sound has a predefined frequency.

[0327] 47. An electronic device according to any one of items 45 to 46, wherein the sound has a predefined duration.

[0328] 48. An electronic device according to any one of items 45 to 47, wherein the processing unit is further configured to: when the sound is emitted, provide an output indicating a successful transition from the first mode to the second mode.

[0329] Attention is now turned to embodiments of a user interface ("UI") and associated processes implemented on an electronic device, such as portable multifunction device 100, device 300, or device 500.

[0330] Figure 6A-Figure 6Z Exemplary devices and user interfaces for managing input mechanisms according to some embodiments are shown. The user interfaces in these figures are used to illustrate the Figure 7A-7E The process is described below in the process.

[0331] Fig. 6A An exemplary electronic device 600 having one or more input mechanisms is shown. In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 is a smartwatch and includes a first input mechanism (e.g., a touch-sensitive display 602), a second input mechanism (e.g., a rotatable input mechanism 608), and a third input mechanism (e.g., a physical button 612). Fig. 6A , the electronic device displays a primary function user interface (e.g., 630) via touch-sensitive display 602. Primary function user interface 630 includes several affordances, including a time affordance (e.g., 603; "10:09"), a temperature affordance (e.g., 604; "72°"), and a calendar reminder affordance (e.g., 606; "12:00-1:00 lunch meeting").

[0332] In some embodiments, various input mechanisms of the electronic device are associated with different input modalities. In some embodiments, a first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602) of the electronic device 600 is associated with a first input modality (e.g., a tap / touch input detected via capacitive touch detection). A second input mechanism (e.g., rotatable input mechanism 608) is associated with a second input modality different from the first input modality. In some embodiments, the second input mechanism is associated with a second input modality not based on capacitive touch detection (e.g., a rotation input detected via mechanical actuation detection). In some embodiments, a third input mechanism is associated with a third input modality not based on capacitive touch detection (e.g., a push input detected via mechanical actuation detection).

[0333] In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 has multiple operating modes. A given operating mode can specify whether to disable or enable each of the various input mechanisms (touch-sensitive display 602, rotatable input mechanism 608, physical button 612) of the electronic device for user input. In addition, the various input mechanisms, when disabled for user input, can respond differently to the detection of the corresponding input, as described in detail herein.

[0334] exist Figure 6B At , the electronic device 600 is in a second operating mode (e.g., normal mode). In the second mode (e.g., normal mode), the input mechanism of the electronic device 600 (including the touch-sensitive display 602, the rotatable input mechanism 608, and the physical button 612) is enabled for user input. Figure 6BAs depicted, while electronic device 600 is in the second mode, electronic device 600 detects input (e.g., tap input 605) via an enabled first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602). In the depicted embodiment, tap input 605 is at a location corresponding to a calendar reminder affordance (e.g., 606) and indicates that the calendar reminder affordance (e.g., 606) is selected (or activated).

[0335] exist Figure 6C In response to detecting input (e.g., tap input 605) via an enabled first input mechanism, the electronic device 600 provides an output indicating that the input (e.g., tap input 605) has been detected. In some embodiments, when the detected input (e.g., tap input 605) indicates that an enable representation (e.g., calendar reminder enable representation 606) displayed on the touch-sensitive display 602 has been selected (or corresponds to activation), providing the output includes updating the content display on the touch-sensitive display 602 (e.g., displaying the calendar details user interface 610). In some embodiments, when the input (e.g., tap input 605) is detected when the touch-sensitive display 602 is in an inactive state (e.g., not providing visual information), the electronic device 600 activates the touch-sensitive display 602 (e.g., provides visual information via the touch-sensitive display 602). In particular, Figure 6C In the embodiment of the present invention, the electronic device 600 displays information related to Figure 6B The calendar reminder indicator 606 responds to the tap input 605 by indicating further details of the associated calendar event (e.g., location information).

[0336] exist Fig.6D At this point, the electronic device 600 is in a second operating mode (e.g., normal mode) in which the third input mechanism (e.g., physical button 612) is enabled for user input, as described above. Fig.6D As depicted, while the electronic device 600 is in the second mode, the electronic device 600 detects an input (e.g., a push input 613) via an enabled third input mechanism (e.g., physical button 612). In the depicted embodiment, the electronic device 600 detects the push input 613 when the touch-sensitive display 602 displays the “primary function” or primary function user interface. Thus, the electronic device 600 interprets the push input 613 as an indication to access (or activate) a particular user interface (e.g., Fig. 6E 614) as depicted in the request.

[0337] exist Fig. 6EIn response to detecting input (e.g., push input 613) via an enabled third input mechanism (e.g., physical button 612), the electronic device 600 provides an output indicating that the input has been detected. In some embodiments, when the detected input (e.g., tap input 613) indicates access to (or activation of) a user interface (e.g., menu 614), providing the output includes updating the content display on the touch-sensitive display 602 (e.g., by displaying menu 614). In some embodiments, when input (e.g., push input 613) is detected via a third input mechanism (e.g., physical button 612) when the touch-sensitive display 602 is in an inactive state (e.g., not providing visual information), the electronic device 600 activates the touch-sensitive display 602 (e.g., provides visual information via the touch-sensitive display 602) in response to detecting the input. In particular, in Fig. 6E In an embodiment, the electronic device 600 responds to the push input 613 by displaying a contact menu (e.g., including contact information associated with the contact Jane Doe).

[0338] Fig. 6F An exemplary user scenario is shown, in which it is desired to convert an electronic device (e.g., 600) from a second mode (e.g., normal mode) to a different mode / first mode (e.g., a special lock mode) to minimize the detection and / or processing of unintentional inputs at each input mechanism. As depicted, user 601 wears personal device 600 and is about to enter a swimming pool to start a swimming session. Recognizing that the personal device will contact water during exercise time, user 601 provides appropriate input to place the personal device in a special lock mode. In the special lock mode, one or more input mechanisms of the personal device are disabled from user input to minimize the detection and / or processing of inputs triggered by contact of the device with water. For example, a disabled touch-sensitive display of the electronic device 600 will not provide any output in response to the force and / or pressure applied by water on the capacitive touch-sensitive display. Exemplary behaviors of various disabled input mechanisms in a special lock mode are provided herein.

[0339] Go to Figure 6G , when the electronic device 600 is in the second mode (e.g., normal operating mode), the electronic device 600 receives an input indicating a request to enter the first mode (e.g., special lock mode). In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 displays a control panel user interface 616 via the touch-sensitive display 602, which includes several setting enable indications, including a first mode entry enable indication (e.g., 618). In some embodiments, the input indicating the request to enter the first mode (e.g., special lock mode) is a tap input (e.g., 619) at a position corresponding to the first mode entry enable indication (e.g., 618).

[0340] exist Figure 6H At, in response to receiving a request input (e.g., tap input 619) indicating entry into a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode), the electronic device 600 switches from a second mode (e.g., a normal mode) to a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode). In some embodiments, after switching to the first mode (e.g., a special lock mode), the electronic device 600 displays an educational user interface 620 to indicate that the electronic device is in the first mode (e.g., a special lock mode). In the depicted embodiment, the educational user interface 602 includes a graphical component (e.g., a water drop icon 622) and a text component (e.g., a message 624). In some embodiments, the text component (e.g., the message 624) includes an explanation of the first operating mode, instructions for switching the electronic device back to the second mode (e.g., the normal mode), and / or an introduction to the relevant features of the electronic device 600. In the depicted embodiment, the message 624 includes instructions for switching the electronic device back to the second mode ("TURN DIGITAL CROWN TO UNLOCK") and describes the drainage function of the electronic device 600 ("TURN DIGITAL CROWN TO ... EJECT WATER"). This drainage function is discussed in more detail below.

[0341] In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 displays the educational user interface 620 for a predefined period of time. In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 displays the educational user interface 620 only in certain circumstances (e.g., the first time after activating the electronic device 600, the first time during a user session, the first time after pairing the electronic device 600 to a different electronic device) after the electronic device is converted to a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode).

[0342] exist Fig.6I , after the electronic device 600 transitions from the second mode (e.g., normal mode) to the first mode (e.g., special lock mode), the electronic device 600 displays a user interface including an indicator (e.g., 626) associated with the first mode via the touch-sensitive display 602. In the depicted embodiment, the indicator 626 is a water drop-shaped icon and is displayed toward the top of the touch-sensitive display 602.

[0343] In some embodiments, after the electronic device switches from the second mode to the first mode (and optionally displays the educational user interface 620), the electronic device 600 displays the user interface that was previously displayed before switching to the first mode. Fig.6I In the embodiment depicted in FIG. 6 , the electronic device 600 displays a primary function user interface 630 in addition to the indicator 626 via the touch-sensitive display 602. Previously, after the user provided input indicating a request to enter the first mode (e.g., Figure 6G, the tap input 619 on the control panel user interface 616 was previously displayed as the primary function user interface 630. In some embodiments, after the electronic device is converted from the second mode to the first mode (and optionally displays the educational user interface 620), the electronic device 600 displays the default user interface. In some embodiments, after the electronic device is converted from the second mode to the first mode (and optionally displays the educational user interface 620), the electronic device 600 displays a user interface based on the user preference. In some embodiments, after the electronic device is converted from the second mode to the first mode, the electronic device 600 deactivates the display (e.g., 602).

[0344] exist Figure 6J In some embodiments, when the electronic device 600 is in the first mode (e.g., a special lock mode), the first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602) is disabled for user input (e.g., tap input 628). In some embodiments, when the electronic device 600 is in the first mode, the electronic device abandons detecting the user input (e.g., tap input 628) via the disabled first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602). For example, the hardware (e.g., circuitry) associated with the first input mechanism is not powered. In some embodiments, when the electronic device 600 is in the first mode (e.g., a special lock mode), the electronic device detects the user input (e.g., tap input 628) via the disabled first input mechanism (e.g., for login purposes), but abandons providing an output indicating that the input has been detected.

[0345] exist Figure 6K In some embodiments, after detecting an input (e.g., a tap input 628) via a disabled first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602), electronic device 600 forgoes providing an output indicating that the input has been detected. In some embodiments, when the detected input (e.g., tap input 628) indicates that an affordance (e.g., calendar reminder affordance 606) displayed on touch-sensitive display 602 has been selected (or corresponds to activation), electronic device 600 forgoes updating the content display on touch-sensitive display 602 (e.g., forgoes displaying the content display). Figure 6C In some embodiments, when an input (e.g., a tap input 628) is detected while the touch-sensitive display 602 is in an inactive state (e.g., not providing visual information), the electronic device 600 forgoes activating the touch-sensitive display 602 (e.g., forgoes providing visual information via the touch-sensitive display 602).

[0346] exist Figure 6LIn some embodiments, when the electronic device 600 is in the first mode (e.g., the special lock mode), the third input mechanism (e.g., the physical button 612) is disabled for user input (e.g., the push input 632). In some embodiments, when the electronic device 600 is in the first mode, the electronic device completely abandons detecting the user input (e.g., the push input 632) via the disabled third input mechanism (e.g., the physical button 612). For example, the hardware (e.g., the circuit) associated with the third input mechanism is not powered on. In some embodiments, when the electronic device 600 is in the first mode (e.g., the special lock mode), the electronic device detects the user input (e.g., the push input 632) via the disabled third input mechanism, but abandons executing the function that would have been executed if the electronic device 600 was not in the first mode (e.g., in response to Fig. 6E Depicted pushing input 613 to display menu 614).

[0347] exist Figure 6M In response to detecting an input (e.g., push input 632) via a third input mechanism (e.g., physical button 612), the electronic device 600 displays a user interface on the touch-sensitive display 602 indicating that the electronic device is in a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode). In the depicted embodiment, the user interface is the same as the educational user interface 620, including a graphical component (e.g., 622) and a text component (e.g., 624), as described above with respect to Figure 6H In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 displays the user interface (eg, educational user interface 620) only during a predefined period of time in response to detecting an input via a third input mechanism.

[0348] exist Figure 6N At, after displaying the educational user interface 620 for a predefined period of time, the electronic device 600 abandons displaying the educational user interface 620 and displays the user interface previously displayed before the user provides input (e.g., the main function user interface 630). In some embodiments, after displaying the educational user interface 620 for a predefined period of time, the electronic device 600 abandons displaying the educational user interface 620 and deactivates the display (e.g., 602).

[0349] exist Fig.6OAt, while the electronic device 600 is in a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode), the electronic device detects input (e.g., rotation input 634) via a second input mechanism (e.g., rotation input 634). In some embodiments, while continuing to detect input (e.g., rotation input 634) via the second input mechanism, the electronic device 600 provides an output (e.g., a visual output, a tactile output, or an audio output, or a combination thereof) indicating that a transition is being made from the first mode (e.g., a special lock mode) to the second mode (e.g., normal mode). In some embodiments, the output indicating that a transition is being made is an animation. Fig.6O In the embodiment depicted in , the electronic device 600 begins playing the animation by displaying an educational user interface 620 including a graphical component (eg, 622 ) and a text component (eg, 624 ) via the touch-sensitive display 602 .

[0350] In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 provides an output indicating that a transition is being made only after determining that the input (e.g., the rotation input 634) meets an initial set of predefined criteria. The initial set of criteria represents a threshold for initiating (or providing an indication of initiation) a transition from a first mode to a second mode. In some embodiments, while the electronic device continues to detect an input (e.g., the rotation input 634) detected via a second input mechanism (e.g., the rotation input mechanism 608), the electronic device determines whether one or more features of the rotation of the second input mechanism meet an initial set of predefined criteria. Based on determining that one or more features of the input (e.g., the rotation input 634) meet an initial set of predefined criteria, the electronic device provides an output indicating that a transition is being made from the first mode to the second mode (e.g., an animation starting with the educational user interface 630). Based on determining that one or more features of the input (e.g., the rotation input 634) do not meet an initial set of predefined criteria, the electronic device does not (or abandons) providing an output indicating that a transition is being made from the first mode to the second mode.

[0351] In some embodiments, the one or more characteristics of the rotation include a speed of the input (e.g., rotation input 634), a duration of the input (e.g., rotation input 634), a direction of the input (e.g., rotation input 634), a rotation distance of the input (e.g., rotation input 634), a magnitude of the input (e.g., rotation input 634), or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, the initial set of predefined criteria includes a threshold speed, a threshold duration, a predefined direction, a threshold distance, a threshold magnitude, or a combination thereof.

[0352] exist Figure 6P and Figure 6QAt , the electronic device 600 continues to provide output indicating that the transition from the first mode to the second mode is in progress. In the depicted embodiment, the electronic device 600 displays an animation of the water drop expanding (as shown by the graphic components 636 and 638). In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 displays an animation of the text component 624 disappearing (at Figure 6P and Figure 6Q (Blanking not shown).

[0353] After an input (e.g., rotation input 634) is detected via a second input mechanism (e.g., rotation input mechanism 608), the electronic device determines whether one or more features of the input meet a set of predefined criteria (e.g., different from an initial set of predefined criteria). The set of predefined criteria represents a threshold for transitioning the electronic device from a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode) to a second mode (e.g., a normal mode). In the depicted embodiment, while continuing to detect rotation of the second input mechanism, the electronic device 600 determines whether one or more features of the rotation of the second input mechanism meet the set of predefined criteria.

[0354] It is noted that in order to prevent the electronic device from switching to the second mode (e.g., normal mode) due to unintentional input (e.g., caused by water), two requirements need to be met before the electronic device 600 enters the second mode. First, the electronic device 600 detects the input (e.g., rotation input 634) via the second input mechanism (e.g., rotation input mechanism 608). Second, the electronic device 600 determines whether one or more features of the input meet a set of predefined criteria. Merely detecting the input via the second input mechanism (which may be triggered by, for example, contact with water) is not sufficient to trigger the switch to the second mode.

[0355] In some embodiments, the one or more characteristics of the rotation include a speed of the input (e.g., rotation input 634), a duration of the input (e.g., rotation input 634), a direction of the input (e.g., rotation input 634), a rotation distance of the input (e.g., rotation input 634), a magnitude of the input (e.g., rotation input 634), or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, the set of predefined criteria includes a threshold speed (e.g., a threshold greater than an initial set of predefined criteria), a threshold duration (e.g., a threshold greater than an initial set of predefined criteria), a predefined direction, a threshold distance (e.g., a threshold greater than an initial set of predefined criteria), a threshold magnitude (e.g., a threshold greater than an initial set of predefined criteria), or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, the set of predefined criteria is different from the initial set of predefined criteria.

[0356] exist Figure 6RAt, based on (or in response to) determining that one or more features of the input (e.g., rotation input 634) detected via the second input mechanism meet the set of predefined criteria, the electronic device 600 switches to a second mode (e.g., normal mode). In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 provides an output (e.g., a visual output, a tactile output, or an audio output, or a combination thereof) indicating a successful transition from the first mode to the second mode. In the depicted embodiment, the output includes an animation of a water drop 640 bursting and a text message 642 ("UNLOCKED"). In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 displays the animation for a predefined period of time.

[0357] In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 has a drainage function, and sound emission can be used to drain water from the speaker of the electronic device. Based on determining that one or more features of the input (e.g., rotation input 634) detected via the second input mechanism meet the set of predefined criteria, the electronic device 600 emits a sound (e.g., sound 650) via the speaker of the electronic device. The sound (e.g., 650) is configured to drain liquid from the speaker of the electronic device.

[0358] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the sound (eg, 650) has a predefined frequency or a predefined frequency range sufficient to expel water from the speaker. In some embodiments, the sound (eg, 650) has a predefined duration.

[0359] In some embodiments, while emitting a sound (e.g., 650), the electronic device simultaneously provides an output (e.g., a visual output, a tactile output, or an audio output) indicating a successful transition from the first mode to the second mode (e.g., an animation of a water droplet bursting). In the depicted embodiment, the electronic device 600 emits a sound (e.g., 650) via a speaker while displaying an animation of a water droplet bursting via a display (e.g., 602).

[0360] In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 displays a message about the drain function (e.g., "TURN DIGITALCROWN TO UNLOCK AND EJECT WATER"). In some embodiments, the message is part of the user interface displayed when the electronic device 600 is converted to the first mode, such as with respect to Figure 6H In some embodiments, the message is part of a user interface (e.g., 620) displayed in response to an input (e.g., push input 632) detected via a third input mechanism (e.g., physical button 612), such as with respect to Figure 6MIn some embodiments, the message is part of a user interface (e.g., 620) displayed in response to input (e.g., rotation input 634) detected via a second input mechanism (e.g., rotation input mechanism 608), such as with respect to Fig.6O described.

[0361] exist Figure 6S At , after successfully converting from the first mode (eg, special lock mode) to the second mode (eg, normal mode), the electronic device 600 displays a user interface that does not include an indicator (eg, 626) associated with the first mode.

[0362] In some embodiments, after the electronic device is switched from the first mode to the second mode, the electronic device 600 displays the user interface previously displayed before the electronic device is switched to the first mode (e.g., the user interface displayed before the user provides input to start the control panel user interface 619). In some embodiments, after the electronic device is switched from the first mode to the second mode, the electronic device 600 displays the user interface previously displayed when the electronic device was in the first mode. Figure 6S In the embodiment depicted in FIG. 6 , the electronic device 600 displays a primary function user interface 630 via the touch-sensitive display 602. Before the user provides the rotation input 634, the primary function user interface 630 is displayed when the electronic device is in the first mode. In some embodiments, after the electronic device is converted from the first mode to the second mode, the electronic device 600 displays a default user interface. In some embodiments, after the electronic device is converted from the first mode to the second mode, the electronic device 600 displays a user interface based on user preferences.

[0363] Based on (or in response to) determining that one or more features of the input (e.g., rotation input 634) detected via the second input mechanism do not meet the set of predefined criteria, the electronic device 600 remains in the first mode and abandons the transition to the second mode. For example, if the rotation input 634 is terminated before reaching the threshold rotation distance, the electronic device 600 abandons the transition to the second mode. In some embodiments, the electronic device provides an output indicating that the transition from the first mode to the second mode failed. For example, the electronic device 600 displays an indication such as relative to Figure 6O-Figure 6Q The reversal of the output of an ongoing transformation (e.g., an animation of a water drop shrinking).

[0364] exist Figure 6T, when electronic device 600 is in a second mode (e.g., normal mode), a first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602) is enabled for user input. As depicted, electronic device 600 detects input (e.g., tap input 652) via the enabled first input mechanism. Tap input 652 is at a location corresponding to a calendar reminder affordance (e.g., 606) and indicates that a calendar reminder affordance (e.g., 606) is selected (or activated).

[0365] exist Figure 6U In response to detecting an input (e.g., a tap input 652) via an enabled first input mechanism, the electronic device 600 provides an output (e.g., by displaying a calendar detail user interface 610) indicating that the input (e.g., a tap input 652) has been detected, similar to Figure 6B and Figure 6C The operation of the electronic device 600 depicted in FIG.

[0366] Figure 6V-Figure 6Z Additional exemplary user interfaces for providing a special lock mode at electronic device 600 are provided. Figure 6V At 60, electronic device 600 displays a swimming user interface 654 via display (touch-sensitive display 602). In the depicted embodiment, swimming user interface 654 is part of a fitness-related application of electronic device 600. As depicted, swimming user interface 654 provides information related to an ongoing fitness session (e.g., a swimming session), including a progress indicator 656, a time value 658, a calorie value 660, and a trip value 662.

[0367] exist Figure 6W At 664, the electronic device 600 detects an input indicating a request for displaying a fitness settings user interface via a first input mechanism (touch-sensitive display 602). In some embodiments, the input includes a finger swipe gesture (e.g., 664). In some embodiments, the input includes a press input with a predefined intensity.

[0368] exist Figure 6X At, in response to detecting an input ( Figure 6W 64), the electronic device 600 displays a fitness settings user interface 666. The fitness settings user interface provides several fitness settings enable representations, including a first mode entry enable representation 668. In the depicted embodiment, the first mode entry enable representation 668 includes a water drop-shaped icon. In some embodiments, the icon associated with the first mode entry enable representation 668 is different from the icon associated with the first mode entry enable representation 618 of the control panel user interface 616, such as with respect to Figure 6G described.

[0369] exist Figure 6YAt , the electronic device 600 detects an input (e.g., a tap input 670) via a first input mechanism (touch-sensitive display 602) indicating a request to convert the electronic device to a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode). In the depicted embodiment, the electronic device 600 provides an indication that the first mode entry enable indication 666 has been selected by updating the display of the first mode entry enable indication 668. In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 displays a grayed-out version of the icon associated with the first mode entry enable indication 668. In some embodiments (not shown), the electronic device 600 updates the icon associated with the first mode entry enable indication with a different icon (e.g., in the shape of a lock).

[0370] exist Figure 6Z At , the electronic device 600 transitions to the first mode (e.g., a special lock mode). In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 transitions the display of the touch-sensitive display 602 from the fitness settings user interface 666 to the swimming user interface 654. When the electronic device is in the first mode, the swimming user interface 654 includes an indicator (e.g., 626) associated with the first mode.

[0371] Importantly, in some embodiments, the transition of the electronic device 600 from the second mode (e.g., normal mode) to the first mode (e.g., special lock mode) only disables a predefined set of functions without affecting other functions / operations of the electronic device. In some embodiments, the current operations performed by active applications and / or background applications of the electronic device (e.g., playing music, providing notifications, tracking ongoing fitness sessions) are not suspended due to the transition to the first mode. Figure 6Z As depicted in , while in the first mode (eg, special lock mode), the electronic device 600 continues to track the ongoing swimming session (eg, by updating the progress indicator 656 and the time value 658).

[0372] The above is relative to Figure 6A-Figure 6Z The embodiments provided are merely exemplary. The first operating mode (e.g., special lock mode) can be activated by a variety of input mechanisms (visual, tactile, audio, or a combination thereof) via a variety of user interfaces. When the electronic device is in the first mode (e.g., special lock mode), various input mechanisms can be disabled from user input. In addition, various disabled input mechanisms can respond to the detection of corresponding user input in different ways, as described above with respect to the first input mechanism, the second input mechanism, and the third input mechanism ( Figure 6J-Figure 6O ) as shown.

[0373] Figure 7A-7EA flow chart is provided, showing a method for managing an input mechanism using an electronic device according to some embodiments. Method 700 is performed at a device (e.g., 100, 300, 500, and 600) having a first input mechanism, a second input mechanism, and an optional third input mechanism, a display, and a speaker. In some embodiments, the first input mechanism and the display are the same unit. Some operations in method 700 are optionally combined, the order of some operations is optionally changed, and some operations are optionally omitted.

[0374] At box 702, the electronic device (e.g., 600) is in a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode). In some embodiments, in the first mode (e.g., a special lock mode), a first input mechanism (e.g., a touch-sensitive display 602) of the electronic device is disabled for user input. In some embodiments, disabling one or more input mechanisms minimizes the detection and / or processing of input that is not desired by the user (e.g., unintentional input caused by water acting on a capacitive touch screen). By doing so, the accuracy of the human-machine interface is improved. In addition, doing so saves device energy, which is particularly important in battery-operated devices.

[0375] At block 704, the electronic device detects input (e.g., rotational input 634) via the second input mechanism (rotational input mechanism 608). In some embodiments, at block 706, detecting input (e.g., rotational input 634) via the second input mechanism (e.g., rotational input mechanism 608) includes detecting a rotation of the second input mechanism (rotational input mechanism 608).

[0376] In some embodiments, at box 708, a first input mechanism (e.g., a touch-sensitive display 602) of the electronic device 600 is associated with a first input modality (e.g., a tap / touch input detected via capacitive touch detection), and a second input mechanism (e.g., a rotatable input mechanism 608) is associated with a second input modality that is different from the first input modality. In some embodiments, the second input mechanism is associated with an input modality that is not based on capacitive touch detection (e.g., a rotational input detected via mechanical actuation detection). In some embodiments, detecting input via the second input mechanism (e.g., a rotatable input mechanism) is less likely to be triggered by environmental factors such as water than detecting input via the first input mechanism (e.g., a capacitive touch screen). By providing a second input mechanism as an input mechanism converted from the first mode, the accuracy of the human-machine interface is improved. In addition, doing so saves device energy, which is particularly important in battery-operated devices.

[0377] In some embodiments, at block 710, the second input mechanism is a rotatable input mechanism (eg, rotatable input mechanism 608). In some embodiments, at block 712, the first input mechanism is a touch-sensitive display (eg, touch-sensitive display 602).

[0378] At box 714, the electronic device (e.g., 600) determines whether one or more features of the input (e.g., rotation input 634) detected via the second input mechanism (e.g., rotation input mechanism 608) meet a set of predefined criteria. As discussed above, in some embodiments, in order to prevent the electronic device from switching to the second mode (e.g., normal mode) due to unintentional input (e.g., caused by water), two requirements need to be met before the electronic device 600 enters the second mode. First, the electronic device detects (e.g., at box 704) the input (e.g., rotation input 634) via the second input mechanism (e.g., rotation input mechanism 608). Second, the electronic device determines whether one or more features of the input meet a set of predefined criteria. Simply detecting the input via the second input mechanism (which may be triggered by, for example, contact with water or, in short, unintentional user action) is not enough to trigger the switch to the second mode. By doing so, the possibility of mode switching triggered by environmental factors (e.g., water) is minimized and the accuracy of the human-computer interface is improved.

[0379] In some embodiments, the detected input is a rotation of a second input mechanism (e.g., rotational input mechanism 608). At block 716, while continuing to detect the rotation of the second input mechanism (e.g., rotational input mechanism 608), the electronic device (e.g., 600) determines whether one or more characteristics of the rotation of the second input mechanism (e.g., rotational input mechanism 608) satisfy the set of predefined criteria.

[0380] In some embodiments, at block 718, the one or more characteristics of the rotation include a speed of the rotation, a duration of the rotation, a direction of the rotation, a magnitude of the rotation, or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, the set of predefined criteria includes a threshold speed, a threshold duration, a predefined direction, a threshold magnitude, or a combination thereof.

[0381] In some embodiments, the set of predefined criteria is a first set of predefined criteria. At block 736, while continuing to detect the rotation (e.g., rotation input 634) of the second input mechanism (e.g., rotation input mechanism 608), the electronic device (e.g., 600) determines whether one or more features of the rotation of the second input mechanism (e.g., rotation input mechanism 608) meet a second set of predefined criteria that is different from the first set of predefined criteria.

[0382] In some embodiments, the one or more characteristics of the rotation include a speed of the rotation, a duration of the rotation, a direction of the rotation, a magnitude of the rotation, or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, the second set of predefined criteria includes a threshold speed less than the first set of predefined criteria, a threshold duration less than the first set of predefined criteria, a threshold magnitude less than the first set of predefined criteria, or a combination thereof.

[0383] In some embodiments, at box 738, based on determining that one or more features of the rotation meet a second set of predefined criteria, the electronic device provides an output indicating that a transition is being made from a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode) to a second mode (e.g., a normal mode). In some embodiments, at box 740, the output indicating that a transition is being made from a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode) to a second mode (e.g., a normal mode) includes an animation showing a water drop expanding (e.g., as shown in 622, 636, and 638). In some embodiments, the output indicating that a transition is being made reduces the number of failed attempts to transition between modes by providing confirmation to the user and prompting the user to maintain interaction (e.g., rotation of the rotation input mechanism). By doing so, the accuracy of the human-machine interface is improved. In addition, doing so saves device energy, which is particularly important in battery-operated devices.

[0384] In some embodiments, at box 742, based on determining that one or more characteristics of the rotation do not satisfy a second set of predefined criteria, the electronic device (e.g., 600) forgoes providing an output indicating that a transition is being made from a first mode (e.g., special lock mode) to a second mode (e.g., normal mode).

[0385] At box 744, based on determining that one or more characteristics of the input (e.g., rotational input 634) detected via the second input mechanism (e.g., rotational input mechanism 608) do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria (i.e., the first set of predefined criteria), the electronic device (e.g., 600) remains in the first mode (e.g., special lock mode) and abandons transitioning the electronic device (e.g., 600) to the second mode (e.g., normal mode).

[0386] In some embodiments, at block 746, the electronic device (600) provides an output indicating a failure to transition from the first mode (e.g., special lock mode) to the second mode (e.g., normal mode) based on detecting that one or more features of the input via the second input mechanism (e.g., rotational input mechanism 608) do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria. In some embodiments, the output includes displaying a reversal of the animation of the water drop expanding via a display of the electronic device (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602).

[0387] At block 748, based on determining that one or more characteristics of the input (e.g., rotation input 634) detected via the second input mechanism (e.g., rotation input mechanism 608) meet the set of predefined criteria, the electronic device (e.g., 600) transitions to a second mode (e.g., normal mode). In some embodiments, in the second mode (e.g., normal mode), the first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602) is enabled for user input.

[0388] In some embodiments, at box 750, based on determining that one or more characteristics of the input (e.g., rotational input 634) detected via the second input mechanism (e.g., rotational input mechanism 608) satisfy the set of predefined criteria, the electronic device (e.g., 600) provides an output indicating a successful transition from the first mode (e.g., special lock mode) to the second mode (e.g., normal mode).

[0389] In some embodiments, at block 752, the output indicating successful transition from the first mode to the second mode includes an animation of a water drop burst (e.g., 640) and a text message (e.g., 642 "UNLOCKED"). In some embodiments, the electronic device (e.g., 600) displays the animation for a predefined period of time.

[0390] In some embodiments, at block 756, based on determining that one or more features of the input (e.g., rotational input 634) detected via the second input mechanism (e.g., rotational input mechanism 608) meet the set of predefined criteria, the electronic device (e.g., 600) emits a sound (e.g., 650) via a speaker. The emitted sound (e.g., 650) is configured to expel liquid from the speaker. By doing so, the electronic device minimizes undesirable interactions between water and hardware components (e.g., distortion of audio output) when the electronic device operates in the second mode (e.g., normal mode).

[0391] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the emitted sound (e.g., 650) has a predefined frequency at block 758. In some embodiments, the emitted sound (e.g., 650) has a predefined duration at block 760. In some embodiments, the frequency and duration of the emitted sound (e.g., 650) are predefined such that the sound is sufficient to dislodge water from a speaker of an electronic device (e.g., 600).

[0392] In some embodiments, at box 762, the electronic device 600 provides output (e.g., animation 640 and text message 642) indicating a successful transition from a first mode (e.g., special lock mode) to a second mode (e.g., normal mode) while emitting a sound (e.g., 650).

[0393] In some embodiments, at box 764, the electronic device (e.g., 600) is in a second mode (e.g., normal mode). At box 766, the electronic device detects an input (e.g., tap input 605) via a first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602). At box 768, in response to detecting the input via the first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602), the electronic device (e.g., 600) provides an output (e.g., user interface 610) indicating that the input has been detected.

[0394] In some embodiments, at block 770, the electronic device (e.g., 600) is in a second mode (e.g., normal mode). At block 772, the electronic device receives input (e.g., tap input 619) indicating a request to enter a first mode (e.g., special lock mode). At block 774, in response to receiving the input (e.g., tap input 619), the electronic device transitions from the second mode (e.g., normal mode) to the first mode (e.g., special lock mode).

[0395] In some embodiments, at box 754, the electronic device (e.g., 600) displays a user interface (e.g., educational user interface 620) on a display (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602), the user interface including a message indicating that the electronic device (e.g., 600) is in a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode). In some embodiments, the user interface includes a graphical component (e.g., a water drop icon 622) and a text component (e.g., a message 624). In some embodiments, the text component (e.g., message 624) includes an explanation of the first operating mode, instructions for converting the electronic device back to the second mode (e.g., normal mode), and / or an introduction to the relevant features of the electronic device 600. In some embodiments, the electronic device displays the message only after the electronic device is converted to the first mode (e.g., special lock mode) in certain circumstances (e.g., the first time after activating the electronic device 600, the first time during a user session, the first time after pairing the electronic device 600 to a different electronic device). In some embodiments, the display of the message (e.g., 624) informs the user of the state of the electronic device, provides instructions for converting modes, and minimizes the user's attempts to interact with the disabled input mechanism. By doing so, the accuracy of the human-machine interface is improved. In addition, this saves device energy, which is especially important in battery-operated devices.

[0396] In some embodiments, at box 776, after switching from the second mode (e.g., normal mode) to the first mode (e.g., special lock mode), the electronic device (e.g., 600) displays a user interface including an indicator (e.g., 626) associated with the first mode (e.g., special lock mode) on the display. The display of the indicator (e.g., 626) notifies the user of the state of the electronic device and minimizes the user's attempt to interact with the disabled input mechanism. By doing so, the accuracy of the human-machine interface is improved. In addition, doing so saves device energy, which is particularly important in battery-operated devices.

[0397] In some embodiments, at box 720, the electronic device (e.g., 600) is in a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode). At box 722, while the electronic device is in the first mode, the electronic device detects an input (e.g., a tap input 628) via a first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602). At box 724, after detecting the input via the first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602), the electronic device (e.g., 600) forgoes providing an output indicating that the input has been detected, such as Figure 6J and Figure 6K shown.

[0398] In some embodiments, at block 726, while the electronic device (e.g., 600) is in the first mode (e.g., special lock mode), the electronic device completely abandons detecting input (e.g., tap input 628) via the first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602). For example, hardware (e.g., circuitry) associated with the first input mechanism is not powered.

[0399] In some embodiments, the third input mechanism (e.g., physical button 612) of the electronic device is disabled for user input in a first mode (e.g., a special lock mode), and the third input mechanism is enabled for user input in a second mode (e.g., a normal mode). At box 730, the electronic device is in the first mode. At box 732, when the electronic device (e.g., 600) is in the first mode (e.g., a special lock mode), the electronic device detects input (e.g., push input 632) via the third input mechanism (e.g., physical button 612). At box 734, in response to detecting input via the third input mechanism (e.g., physical button 612), the electronic device displays a message (e.g., message 624) on the display (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602) indicating that the electronic device (e.g., 600) is in the first mode (e.g., a special lock mode). In some embodiments, detecting input via the third input mechanism (e.g., physical button 612) is less likely to be triggered by environmental factors (e.g., water) than detecting input via the first input mechanism (e.g., touch-sensitive display 602). In this way, the detection of input via the third input mechanism may indicate that the user is attempting to switch out of the first mode. The display of the message (e.g., 624) informs the user of the state of the electronic device and minimizes the user's attempt to interact with the disabled input mechanism (e.g., the third input mechanism) to switch out of the first mode. By doing so, the accuracy of the human-machine interface is improved. In addition, doing so saves device energy, which is particularly important in battery-operated devices.

[0400] As described below, method 700 provides an intuitive way to manage input mechanisms at an electronic device. The method reduces the cognitive burden on the user to avoid and / or suppress detection and / or processing of unintentional input (e.g., caused by water), thereby creating a more effective human-computer interface. For battery-powered computing devices, users are enabled to manage various input mechanisms faster and more efficiently, saving power and increasing the time interval between battery charges.

[0401] According to some embodiments, Figure 8 An exemplary functional block diagram of an electronic device 800 configured according to the principles of various described embodiments is shown. According to some embodiments, the functional blocks of the electronic device 800 are configured to perform the techniques described above. The functional blocks of the device 800 are optionally implemented by hardware, software, or a combination of hardware and software to perform the principles of various described embodiments. It should be understood by those skilled in the art that Figure 8 The functional blocks described in the present invention are optionally combined or separated into sub-blocks to implement the principles of various embodiments. Therefore, the description herein optionally supports any possible combination or separation or further limitation of the functional blocks described herein.

[0402] like Figure 8As shown in , the electronic device 800 includes a first input mechanism unit 802, a second input mechanism unit 804, and optionally, a third input mechanism unit 808, a display unit 810 and a speaker unit 812 configured to display a graphical user interface, and a processing unit 806 coupled to the first input mechanism unit 802, the second input mechanism unit 804 and the optional third input mechanism unit 808, the display unit 810 and the speaker unit 812. Optionally, the first input mechanism unit 802 is a touch-sensitive display unit 803. Optionally, the second input mechanism unit 804 is a rotatable input mechanism unit 805. Optionally, the first input mechanism unit 802 and the display unit 810 are the same unit. In some embodiments, the processing unit 806 includes a detection unit 820, a determination unit 822, a conversion unit 824, an output providing unit 826, a display enabling unit 828, a receiving unit 830 and a sound unit 832.

[0403] The processing unit 806 is configured to: when the electronic device 800 is in a first mode, wherein the first input mechanism unit 802 is disabled for user input in the first mode, detect input via the second input mechanism unit 804 (for example, using the detection unit 820); determine (for example, using the determination unit 822) whether one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit 804 meet a set of predefined criteria; based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit 804 meet a set of predefined criteria, convert the electronic device 800 to a second mode (for example, using the conversion unit 824), wherein the first input mechanism unit 802 is enabled for user input in the second mode; based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit 804 do not meet a set of predefined criteria, remain in the first mode and abandon converting the electronic device 800 to the second mode.

[0404] According to some embodiments, the first input mechanism unit 802 is associated with a first input mode, and the second input mechanism unit 804 is associated with a second input mode different from the first input mode. In some embodiments, the second input mechanism unit is associated with an input mode that is not based on capacitive touch detection (e.g., a rotation input detected via mechanical actuation detection).

[0405] According to some embodiments, the processing unit 806 is further configured to: detect input via the first input mechanism unit 802 (for example, using the detection unit 802) when the electronic device 800 is in the first mode; and after detecting the input via the first input mechanism unit 802, abandon providing output indicating that the input has been detected.

[0406] According to some embodiments, the processing unit 806 is further configured to: when the electronic device 800 is in the first mode, abandon the detection of input via the first input mechanism unit 802;

[0407] According to some embodiments, the processing unit 806 is further configured to: detect input via the first input mechanism unit 820 (for example, using the detection unit 802) when the electronic device 800 is in the second mode; and in response to detecting the input via the first input mechanism unit 802, provide output indicating that the input has been detected (for example, using the output providing unit 826).

[0408] According to some embodiments, the third input mechanism unit 808 is disabled for user input in the first mode and enabled for user input in the second mode, and the processing unit 806 is further configured to: detect input via the third input mechanism unit 808 when the electronic device 800 is in the first mode (for example, using the detection unit 820); and in response to detecting input via the third input mechanism unit 808, enable a message indicating that the electronic device 800 is in the first mode to be displayed on the display unit 810 (for example, using the display enabling unit 828).

[0409] According to some embodiments, detecting the input via the second input mechanism unit 804 includes (e.g., using the detection unit 820) detecting the rotation of the second input mechanism unit 804. According to some embodiments, determining whether one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit 804 meet a set of predefined criteria includes: while continuing to (e.g., using the detection unit 820) detect the rotation of the second input mechanism unit 804, determining (e.g., using the determination unit 822) whether one or more features of the rotation of the second input mechanism unit 804 meet a set of predefined criteria.

[0410] According to some embodiments, the one or more characteristics of the rotation include a speed of the rotation, a duration of the rotation, a direction of the rotation, a magnitude of the rotation, or a combination thereof.

[0411] According to some embodiments, the set of predefined standards is a first set of predefined standards. The processing unit 806 is further configured to: while continuing (e.g., using the detection unit 820) to detect the rotation of the second input mechanism unit 804, determine (e.g., using the determination unit 822) whether one or more features of the rotation of the second input mechanism unit 804 meet the second set of predefined standards. The processing unit 806 is further configured to: based on determining that one or more features of the rotation meet the second set of predefined standards, (e.g., using the output providing unit 826) provide an output indicating that the first mode is being switched to the second mode; and based on determining that one or more features of the rotation do not meet the second set of predefined standards, give up providing an output indicating that the first mode is being switched to the second mode.

[0412] According to some embodiments, providing an output indicating that a transition is being made from the first mode to the second mode includes enabling display of an animation of the water drop expanding on the display unit 810 (eg, using the display enabling unit 828 ).

[0413] According to some embodiments, the processing unit 806 is further configured to: based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit 804 satisfy the set of predefined criteria, provide an output indicating a successful transition from the first mode to the second mode (for example, using the output providing unit 826); and based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit 804 do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria, provide an output indicating a failed transition from the first mode to the second mode (for example, using the output providing unit 826).

[0414] According to some embodiments, the output indicating successful transition from the first mode to the second mode includes an animation of one or more water droplets bursting.

[0415] According to some embodiments, the processing unit 806 is further configured to: when the electronic device 800 is in the second mode, receive input indicating a request to enter the first mode (for example, using the receiving unit 830); and in response to receiving the input, convert the electronic device 800 from the second mode to the first mode (for example, using the conversion unit 824).

[0416] According to some embodiments, the processing unit 806 is further configured to: after converting the electronic device 800 from the second mode to the first mode, enable display of a user interface (for example, using the display enabling unit 828), wherein the user interface includes an indicator associated with the first mode.

[0417] According to some embodiments, converting the electronic device 800 to the first mode includes: (e.g., using the display enabling unit 828) enabling the display of a message indicating that the electronic device 800 is in the first mode.

[0418] According to some embodiments, the processing unit 806 is further configured to: emit a sound via the speaker unit 812 (e.g., using the sound generating unit 832) based on determining that one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism unit 804 meet the set of predefined criteria. The emitted sound is configured to discharge liquid from the speaker unit 812.

[0419] According to some embodiments, at least a portion of the sound has a predefined frequency.

[0420] According to some embodiments, the sound has a predefined duration.

[0421] According to some embodiments, the processing unit 806 is further configured to provide an output indicating a successful transition from the first mode to the second mode (eg, using the output providing unit 826) simultaneously with the sound.

[0422] Reference above Figure 7A-7E The operation is optionally performed by Figure 1A-1B or Figure 8 . For example, the detection operation 704, the determination operation 714, and the conversion operation 748 are optionally implemented by the event classifier 170, the event identifier 180, and the event handler 190. The event monitor 171 in the event classifier 170 detects the contact on the touch-sensitive display 112, and the event distributor module 174 transmits the event information to the application 136-1. The corresponding event identifier 180 of the application 136-1 compares the event information with the corresponding event definition 186, and determines whether the first contact at the first position on the touch-sensitive surface corresponds to a predefined event or sub-event, such as the activation of an enabling representation on the user interface. When the corresponding predefined event or sub-event is detected, the event identifier 180 activates the event handler 190 associated with the detection of the event or sub-event. The event handler 190 optionally utilizes or calls the data updater 176 or the object updater 177 to update the application internal state 192. In some embodiments, the event handler 190 accesses the corresponding GUI updater 178 to update the content displayed by the application. Similarly, a person skilled in the art will clearly know how to Figure 1A-1B The components depicted in the figure are used to implement other processes.

[0423] For the purpose of explanation, the preceding description is described by reference to specific embodiments. However, the above exemplary discussion is not intended to be exhaustive or limit the invention to the disclosed precise form. According to the above teachings, many modifications and variations are possible. These embodiments are selected and described in order to best explain the principles of these technologies and their practical applications. Others skilled in the art can thus best utilize these technologies and various embodiments with various modifications suitable for the intended specific use.

[0424] Although the disclosure and embodiments have been fully described with reference to the accompanying drawings, it should be noted that various changes and modifications will become apparent to those skilled in the art. It should be understood that such changes and modifications are considered to be included within the scope of the disclosure and embodiments defined by the claims.

Claims

1. A method for an electronic device, comprising: At an electronic device having a speaker, a first input mechanism, and a second input mechanism, wherein the second input mechanism is less likely to be triggered by water than the first input mechanism: while displaying the fitness application interface, detecting an input indicative of a request to display a settings user interface; In response to detecting the input indicating the request to display a settings user interface, displaying one or more affordances, wherein the one or more affordances include a water lock affordance; as well as In response to detecting an input corresponding to the water lock affordance indication via a first input mechanism, wherein the first input mechanism includes a touch-sensitive display: The electronic device is converted to a first mode, wherein in the first mode, user input using a first input mechanism to select one or more displayed affordances is disabled.

2. The method of claim 1, wherein the one or more affordance indications further include at least one of ending a fitness affordance indication and pausing a fitness affordance indication.

3. The method according to claim 1, further comprising: In response to detecting an input corresponding to the water lock enable indication via the first input mechanism: ceasing to display the one or more affordances; as well as The fitness application interface is displayed.

4. The method according to claim 1, further comprising: When the electronic device is in the first mode, detecting input via the second input mechanism; determining whether one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy a set of predefined criteria; Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria: transitioning the electronic device to a second mode, wherein in the second mode, user input using the first input mechanism to select one or more displayed affordances is enabled; as well as emitting sound via the speaker, wherein the emitted sound is configured to expel liquid from the speaker; and Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria: Remain in the first mode and forgo switching the electronic device to the second mode. 5 . The method of claim 4 , wherein the one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism include a speed of rotation, a duration of rotation, a direction of rotation, a magnitude of rotation, or a combination thereof.

6. The method according to claim 4, further comprising: When the electronic device is in the second mode: detecting a second input via the first input mechanism; as well as In response to detecting the second input via the first input mechanism, providing an output indicating that the second input has been detected.

7. The method according to claim 4, further comprising: providing an output indicating a successful transition from the first mode to the second mode based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria; as well as Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria, providing an output indicating a failure to transition from the first mode to the second mode.

8. The method of claim 7, wherein the output indicating successful transition from the first mode to the second mode comprises an animation of one or more water droplets bursting.

9. The method of claim 1, wherein the second input mechanism is a rotatable input mechanism.

10. The method according to claim 1, further comprising: When the electronic device is in the first mode: detecting a third input via the first input mechanism; as well as After detecting the third input via the first input mechanism, abstaining from providing an output indicating that the third input has been detected.

11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fitness application interface includes information corresponding to an ongoing fitness session. 12 . The method of claim 11 , wherein the information corresponding to the ongoing fitness session includes at least one of a progress indicator, a time value, and a calorie value. 13 . The method of claim 1 , wherein the input indicative of the request to display a settings user interface comprises a swipe gesture in a first direction.

14. A computer-readable storage medium storing one or more programs configured to be executed by one or more processors of an electronic device having a speaker, a first input mechanism, and a second input mechanism, wherein the second input mechanism is less likely to be triggered by water than the first input mechanism, the one or more programs comprising instructions for: while displaying the fitness application interface, detecting an input indicative of a request to display a settings user interface; In response to detecting the input indicating the request to display a settings user interface, displaying one or more affordances, wherein the one or more affordances include a water lock affordance; and In response to detecting an input corresponding to the water lock affordance indication via a first input mechanism, wherein the first input mechanism includes a touch-sensitive display: The electronic device is converted to a first mode, wherein in the first mode, user input using a first input mechanism to select one or more displayed affordances is disabled.

15. The computer-readable storage medium of claim 14, wherein the one or more affordances further comprise at least one of ending a fitness affordance and pausing a fitness affordance.

16. The computer-readable storage medium of claim 14, wherein the one or more programs further comprise instructions for: In response to detecting an input corresponding to the water lock enable indication via the first input mechanism: ceasing to display the one or more affordances; and The fitness application interface is displayed.

17. The computer-readable storage medium of claim 14, wherein the one or more programs further comprise instructions for: When the electronic device is in the first mode, detecting input via the second input mechanism; determining whether one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy a set of predefined criteria; Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria: transitioning the electronic device to a second mode, wherein in the second mode, user input using the first input mechanism to select one or more displayed affordances is enabled; as well as emitting sound via the speaker, wherein the emitted sound is configured to expel liquid from the speaker; and Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria: Remain in the first mode and forgo switching the electronic device to the second mode.

18. The computer-readable storage medium of claim 17, wherein the one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism include a speed of rotation, a duration of rotation, a direction of rotation, a magnitude of rotation, or a combination thereof.

19. The computer-readable storage medium of claim 17, wherein the one or more programs further comprise instructions for: When the electronic device is in the second mode: detecting a second input via the first input mechanism; and In response to detecting the second input via the first input mechanism, providing an output indicating that the second input has been detected.

20. The computer-readable storage medium of claim 17, wherein the one or more programs further comprise instructions for: providing an output indicating a successful transition from the first mode to the second mode based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria; and Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria, providing an output indicating a failure to transition from the first mode to the second mode.

21. The computer-readable storage medium of claim 20, wherein the output indicating successful transition from the first mode to the second mode comprises an animation of one or more water droplets bursting.

22. The computer-readable storage medium of claim 14, wherein the second input mechanism is a rotatable input mechanism.

23. The computer-readable storage medium of claim 14, wherein the one or more programs further comprise instructions for: When the electronic device is in the first mode, detecting a third input via the first input mechanism; and After detecting the third input via the first input mechanism, abstaining from providing an output indicating that the third input has been detected.

24. The computer-readable storage medium of claim 14, wherein the fitness application interface includes information corresponding to an ongoing fitness session.

25. The computer-readable storage medium of claim 24, wherein the information corresponding to the ongoing fitness session includes at least one of a progress indicator, a time value, and a calorie value.

26. The computer-readable storage medium of claim 14, wherein the input indicative of the request to display a settings user interface comprises a swipe gesture in a first direction.

27. An electronic device comprising: speaker; a first input mechanism; a second input mechanism, wherein the second input mechanism is less likely to be triggered by water than the first input mechanism; one or more processors; A memory storing one or more programs configured to be executed by the one or more processors, the one or more programs including instructions for performing the following operations: while displaying the fitness application interface, detecting an input indicative of a request to display a settings user interface; In response to detecting the input indicating the request to display a settings user interface, displaying one or more affordances, wherein the one or more affordances include a water lock affordance; as well as In response to detecting an input corresponding to the water lock affordance indication via a first input mechanism, wherein the first input mechanism includes a touch-sensitive display: The electronic device is converted to a first mode, wherein in the first mode, user input using a first input mechanism to select one or more displayed affordances is disabled.

28. The electronic device of claim 27, wherein the one or more affordances further comprise at least one of ending a fitness affordance and pausing a fitness affordance.

29. The electronic device of claim 27, wherein the one or more programs further comprise instructions for performing the following operations: In response to detecting an input corresponding to the water lock enable indication via the first input mechanism: ceasing to display the one or more affordances; and The fitness application interface is displayed.

30. The electronic device of claim 27, wherein the one or more programs further comprise instructions for performing the following operations: When the electronic device is in the first mode, detecting input via the second input mechanism; determining whether one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy a set of predefined criteria; Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria: transitioning the electronic device to a second mode, wherein in the second mode, user input using the first input mechanism to select one or more displayed affordances is enabled; as well as emitting sound via the speaker, wherein the emitted sound is configured to expel liquid from the speaker; and Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria: Remain in the first mode and forgo switching the electronic device to the second mode.

31. The electronic device of claim 30, wherein the one or more characteristics of the input detected via the second input mechanism include a speed of rotation, a duration of rotation, a direction of rotation, a magnitude of rotation, or a combination thereof.

32. The electronic device of claim 30, wherein the one or more programs further comprise instructions for performing the following operations: When the electronic device is in the second mode: detecting a second input via the first input mechanism; and In response to detecting the second input via the first input mechanism, providing an output indicating that the second input has been detected.

33. The electronic device of claim 30, wherein the one or more programs further comprise instructions for performing the following operations: providing an output indicating a successful transition from the first mode to the second mode based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism satisfy the set of predefined criteria; and Based on determining that the one or more features of the input detected via the second input mechanism do not satisfy the set of predefined criteria, providing an output indicating a failure to transition from the first mode to the second mode.

34. The electronic device of claim 33, wherein the output indicating successful transition from the first mode to the second mode comprises an animation of one or more water droplets bursting.

35. The electronic device of claim 27, wherein the second input mechanism is a rotatable input mechanism.

36. The electronic device of claim 27, wherein the one or more programs further comprise instructions for performing the following operations: When the electronic device is in the first mode: detecting a third input via the first input mechanism; and After detecting the third input via the first input mechanism, abstaining from providing an output indicating that the third input has been detected.

37. The electronic device of claim 27, wherein the fitness application interface includes information corresponding to an ongoing fitness session.

38. The electronic device of claim 37, wherein the information corresponding to the ongoing fitness session includes at least one of a progress indicator, a time value, and a calorie value.

39. The electronic device of claim 27, wherein the input indicative of the request to display a settings user interface comprises a swipe gesture in a first direction.

40. An electronic device comprising: speaker; a first input mechanism; a second input mechanism, wherein the second input mechanism is less likely to be triggered by water than the first input mechanism; and Apparatus for performing the method according to any one of claims 1 to 13.

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