Smart watch

Abstract

The application provides a smart watch. The smart watch comprises a watch body and a watch seat. The watch body comprises a watch case, a display screen and a switching component. The switching component comprises a connecting rod connected to the watch case and a connecting ball. The watch seat comprises a base and a limiting assembly. The limiting assembly is arranged in a receiving hole of the base. The limiting assembly comprises limiting components. Two or more limiting components are distributed around an axis of the receiving hole. The limiting components comprise limiting blocks and elastic members. The elastic members are located between the limiting blocks and the base. The elastic members connect the limiting blocks and the base. Each limiting block abuts against each other to enclose a bottom cavity and a top cavity which are in communication with each other. The bottom cavity or the top cavity is used for accommodating the connecting ball. The watch body is rotatably connected to the limiting assembly through the connecting ball. During switching of the connecting ball between the bottom cavity and the top cavity and during pressing or exiting of the connecting ball into or out of the top cavity, the connecting ball pushes the limiting blocks to move radially along the receiving hole, and the limiting blocks compress or release the elastic members.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of terminal technology, and more particularly to a smartwatch. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of science and technology, smart wearable devices are gradually entering people's daily lives. For example, smartwatches with rich and diverse functions are becoming increasingly popular among consumers. Smartwatches can communicate with electronic devices such as mobile phones or tablets to expand the human-computer interaction capabilities of these devices. Smartwatches can perform functions such as web browsing, video calls, and video playback. Smartwatches have a display screen. However, because the position of the display screen is fixed, it is inconvenient to adjust the position or angle of the display screen when the watch is being worn, resulting in a limited user experience and affecting the overall user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This application provides a smartwatch to address the technical problem of the limited user experience of smartwatches.

[0004] This application provides a smartwatch, comprising a watch body and a watch base. The watch body includes a case, a display screen, and a connecting component. The display screen is disposed on the case. The connecting component is disposed on the side of the case opposite to the display screen. The connecting component includes a connecting rod and a connecting ball. The connecting rod is connected to the center of the case. The watch base includes a base and a limiting component. The base has a receiving hole. The receiving hole is disposed corresponding to the connecting component. The limiting component is disposed within the receiving hole. The limiting component includes two or more limiting parts. The two or more limiting parts are distributed around the axis of the receiving hole. Each limiting part includes a limiting block and an elastic element. Along the radial direction of the receiving hole, the elastic element is located between the limiting block and the base. The limiting block is slidably connected to the base. The elastic element connects the limiting block and the base. The limiting blocks abut against each other to enclose and form an interconnected bottom cavity and a top cavity. The top cavity is located on the side of the bottom cavity opposite to the bottom wall of the receiving hole. The bottom cavity or the top cavity is used to accommodate the connecting ball. The dial indicator is rotatably connected to the limiting assembly via a connecting ball. During the switching between the bottom cavity and the top cavity, and during the pressing or retraction of the connecting ball into or out of the top cavity, the connecting ball pushes the limiting block to move radially along the receiving hole, and the limiting block compresses or releases the elastic element.

[0005] In the smartwatch of this embodiment, the watch body can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise relative to the base to achieve portrait or landscape display, allowing users to easily switch between portrait and landscape modes according to different usage scenarios. With the connecting ball of the watch body located within the top cavity of the base, the watch body can be tilted at a predetermined angle, allowing the display screen to be tilted, expanding usage scenarios and improving ease of use. The watch body and base are detachably connected, allowing the watch body to be removed from the base for independent use, such as for video calls or taking photos, further expanding usage scenarios and enhancing the user experience. Therefore, the smartwatch of this embodiment allows for flexible adjustment of the display screen's position or angle, resulting in a superior user experience and increased user satisfaction.

[0006] In some feasible implementations, the limiting component includes a sliding portion. The limiting block is connected to the sliding portion. The sliding portion is slidably connected to the base.

[0007] In some feasible implementations, the base includes a guide hole. The opening of the guide hole corresponds to the sidewall of the receiving hole. A sliding part is inserted into the guide hole along the radial direction of the receiving hole. The sliding part is slidably engaged with the guide hole.

[0008] In some feasible implementations, the limiting component further includes two or more locking blocks. The locking blocks are disposed on the limiting block. The two or more locking blocks are spaced apart around the axis of the receiving hole. An clearance notch is formed between adjacent locking blocks. The locking blocks are located between the bottom cavity and the top cavity. Two or more engaging grooves are provided on the surface of the connecting ball facing the case. The locking blocks are used to engage with the engaging grooves. Wherein, with the connecting ball received in the bottom cavity, as the connecting ball rotates within the bottom cavity, the engaging grooves switch between a position engaging with the locking blocks and a position aligned with the clearance notch.

[0009] In some feasible implementations, the limiting component further includes two or more first limiting surfaces. The first limiting surfaces are located on the surface of the limiting block facing the bottom cavity. The two or more first limiting surfaces are evenly spaced around the axis of the receiving hole. The connecting ball has two or more second limiting surfaces. The first limiting surfaces abut against the second limiting surfaces to limit the connecting ball. Specifically, when the connecting ball is received in the bottom cavity, the first limiting surfaces abut against the second limiting surfaces.

[0010] In some feasible implementations, the base is rectangular. The limiting component includes four first limiting surfaces. Two first limiting surfaces are spaced apart along the length of the base. Two first limiting surfaces are also spaced apart along the width of the base. The connecting sphere has four second limiting surfaces. When the connecting sphere is housed in the bottom cavity, the four first limiting surfaces abut against the four second limiting surfaces.

[0011] In some implementations, the base is rectangular. The limiting assembly includes four limiting components. Two limiting components are positioned opposite each other along the length of the base. Two limiting components are positioned opposite each other along the width of the base.

[0012] In some implementations, the base has a flange. The flange protrudes radially toward the axis of the receiving hole. The ends of the elastic element and the limiting block are located below the flange.

[0013] In some implementations, the watch base also includes a magnet. The magnet is disposed on the base. The watch body also includes a Hall sensor. The Hall sensor is disposed within the watch case. As the watch body rotates relative to the watch base, the Hall sensor is used to sense the magnetic field of the magnet.

[0014] In some implementations, the base includes a magnet. The watch body includes three Hall sensors. The three Hall sensors are spaced apart along the direction of rotation of the watch body.

[0015] In some implementations, the watch body also includes a front-facing camera and a rear-facing camera. Both the front-facing and rear-facing cameras are mounted on the watch case. The light-receiving portion of the front-facing camera faces away from the base. The light-receiving portion of the rear-facing camera faces the base. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a smartwatch according to an embodiment of this application;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of a smartwatch according to an embodiment of this application;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the table body according to an embodiment of this application;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a table base according to an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the base according to an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of a table base according to an embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a partial cross-sectional view of a smartwatch according to an embodiment of this application;

[0024] Figure 8 This is a partial cross-sectional view of a smartwatch according to an embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 9 for Figure 7 Enlarged view of the middle W section;

[0026] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram showing the state of the watch body rotating relative to the watch base according to an embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 11 This is a structural schematic diagram of the watch body from the back view of an embodiment of this application.

[0028] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0029] 10. Smartwatch;

[0030] 20. Body;

[0031] 21. Watch case;

[0032] 22. Display screen;

[0033] 23. Adapter components;

[0034] 231. Connecting rod;

[0035] 232. Connecting sphere; 2321. Snap-fit ​​groove; 2321a. Second snap-fit ​​plane; 2322. Second limiting surface;

[0036] 24. Hall effect sensor;

[0037] 25. Front-facing camera;

[0038] 26. Rear camera;

[0039] 30. Clock stand;

[0040] 31. Base; 31a. Receiving hole; 31b. Guide hole; 31c. Flange;

[0041] 311. Base body;

[0042] 312. Cover plate;

[0043] 32. Limiting component; 32a. Bottom cavity; 32b. Top cavity; 32c. Clearance notch; 32d. First snap-fit ​​surface;

[0044] 321, limiting component; 321a, first limiting surface;

[0045] 3211, Limit block;

[0046] 3212. Elastic components;

[0047] 3213. Sliding part;

[0048] 3214, Card Block;

[0049] 33. Magnet;

[0050] 99. Watch strap;

[0051] X, length direction;

[0052] Y, width direction;

[0053] Z, thickness direction. Detailed Implementation

[0054] Figure 1 The structure of the smartwatch 10 is shown schematically. See also... Figure 1 As shown, the implementation of the smartwatch 10 provided in this application embodiment will be described below. The smartwatch 10 in this application embodiment may include a watch strap 99. For example, the smartwatch 10 can be worn on the user's wrist via the watch strap 99. The user can obtain information such as current time, date, location, or physical status through the smartwatch 10. Alternatively, the user can use the smartwatch 10 to make calls, take photos, play music, or view information.

[0055] Figure 2 The diagram schematically shows a partial structure of the smartwatch 10. Figure 3 The structure of table body 20 is shown schematically. See also Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the smartwatch 10 of this embodiment may include a watch body 20 and a watch base 30. The watch body 20 is rotatably connected to the watch base 30. When torque is applied to the watch body 20, the watch body 20 can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise relative to the watch base 30 to adjust the relative position of the watch body 20 and the watch base 30. The watch strap 99 may be connected to the watch base 30. In some possible implementations, both the watch body 20 and the watch base 30 may be rectangular. For example, both the watch body 20 and the watch base 30 may be rectangular.

[0056] The watch body 20 includes a case 21, a display screen 22, a battery, and a motherboard. When the user wears the smartwatch 10, the bottom of the case 21 can face or contact the user's skin. The battery and motherboard are both housed inside the case 21. The case 21 provides protection for the battery and motherboard.

[0057] The display screen 22 has a display area for displaying image information. The display screen 22 is connected to the watch case 21. The display screen 22 can be disposed on the front of the watch case 21. The display area of ​​the display screen 22 is exposed to facilitate the presentation of image information to the user. The display screen 22 in this embodiment may be, but is not limited to, a liquid crystal display.

[0058] The motherboard can be located inside the watch case 21, making it difficult for the user to observe from the outside of the smartwatch 10. The display screen 22 is electrically connected to the motherboard, enabling data interaction between them. In some implementations, the motherboard can be located on one side of the display screen 22. However, it is understood that the specific location of the motherboard is not limited in this embodiment. Electronic components are mounted on the motherboard. For example, these components may include, but are not limited to, a central processing unit (CPU), a wireless charging chip, a smart algorithm chip, or a power management IC (PMIC).

[0059] In some feasible ways, the motherboard can be adhesively attached to the case 21. In some examples, the surface of the motherboard facing away from the display screen 22 can be adhesively attached to the case 21.

[0060] The watch body 20 in this embodiment further includes a connecting component 23. The watch body 20 is detachably connected to the watch base 30 via the connecting component 23. The connecting component 23 of the watch body 20 is rotatably connected to the watch base 30, so that when torque is applied to the watch body 20, the connecting component 23 can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise relative to the watch base 30, and the watch body 20 can also rotate clockwise or counterclockwise relative to the watch base 30 to adjust the orientation of the display screen 22. The connecting component 23 is located on the side of the watch case 21 facing away from the display screen 22. When viewing the watch body 20 from the front of the display screen 22, the connecting component 23 is not visible. The connecting component 23 includes a connecting rod 231 and a connecting ball 232. The connecting rod 231 is connected to the center of the watch case 21.

[0061] Figure 4 The structure of the base 30 is shown schematically. Figure 5 A partial cross-sectional view of the base 30 is schematically shown. Figure 6 A schematic cross-sectional view of the base 30 is shown. See also Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, the watch holder 30 in this embodiment of the application is used to support the watch body 20. The watch holder 30 includes a base 31 and a limiting component 32. The base 31 has a receiving hole 31a. The receiving hole 31a can be a blind hole. The receiving hole 31a has an opening facing the watch body 20. The receiving hole 31a is provided at the center of the base 31. The receiving hole 31a is provided corresponding to the adapter 23. The limiting component 32 is disposed in the receiving hole 31a. The watch body 20 is rotatably connected to the limiting component 32 via a connecting ball 232. The limiting component 32 can limit and constrain the connecting ball 232, so that the connecting ball 232 can rotate relative to the limiting component 32, but is not easy to detach from the limiting component 32, reducing the possibility that the watch body 20 can easily fall off the watch holder 30. The connecting ball 232 of the watch body 20 is detachably connected to the limiting component 32, so that the user can remove the watch body 20 from the watch base 30 for independent use, and can reassemble the watch body 20 and the watch base 30 after use.

[0062] The limiting assembly 32 includes two or more limiting components 321. These two or more limiting components 321 are distributed around the axis of the receiving hole 31a. Each limiting component 321 includes a limiting block 3211 and an elastic element 3212. The elastic element 3212 is located between the limiting block 3211 and the base 31 along the radial direction of the receiving hole 31a. The axial direction of the receiving hole 31a is the same as the thickness direction Z of the base 31. The radial direction of the receiving hole 31a is perpendicular to the thickness direction Z of the base 31. The limiting block 3211 is slidably connected to the base 31. The elastic element 3212 connects the limiting block 3211 and the base 31. When the limiting block 3211 is subjected to a force along the radial direction of the receiving hole 31a, the limiting block 3211 can slide relative to the base 31, while the limiting block 3211 can compress or release the elastic element 3212. Each limiting block 3211 abuts against each other to enclose and form an interconnected bottom cavity 32a and a top cavity 32b. The bottom cavity 32a and the top cavity 32b are distributed along the axial direction of the receiving hole 31a. Each limiting block 3211 abuts against each other along the circumferential direction of the receiving hole 31a. Along the circumferential direction of the receiving hole 31a, the sides of two adjacent limiting blocks 3211 can contact and abut against each other. The circumferential direction of the receiving hole 31a is the same as the rotation direction of the dial body 20.

[0063] The bottom cavity 32a or the top cavity 32b is used to accommodate the connecting ball 232. When the watch body 20 and the watch base 30 are connected, the connecting ball 232 is located within the bottom cavity 32a or the top cavity 32b. The watch body 20 is rotatably connected to the limiting assembly 32 via the connecting ball 232. The connecting ball 232 of the watch body 20 can rotate relative to the limiting block 3211 within the bottom cavity 32a or the top cavity 32b.

[0064] Figure 7 A partial cross-sectional view of the smartwatch 10 is shown schematically. See also Figure 7 As shown, when the connecting ball 232 of the watch body 20 is located in the bottom cavity 32a, the bottom of the watch body 20 can contact the watch base 30, and the watch body 20 is in the first use state, that is, the watch body 20 is in the flat state. Figure 8 A partial cross-sectional view of the smartwatch 10 is shown schematically. See also Figure 8 As shown, when the connecting ball 232 of the watch body 20 is located within the top cavity 32b, a partial area at the bottom of the watch body 20 can contact the watch base 30, and the watch body 20 can be in a second usage state, i.e., the watch body 20 can be tilted. By operating the watch body 20, the connecting ball 232 can be switched between the bottom cavity 32a and the top cavity 32b to switch the usage state of the watch body 20. When the connecting ball 232 of the watch body 20 is located within the bottom cavity 32a, a pulling force can be applied to the watch body 20 along the axial direction of the receiving hole 31a to cause the connecting ball 232 to exit from the bottom cavity 32a and enter the top cavity 32b. When the connecting ball 232 of the watch body 20 is located within the top cavity 32b, a pressing force can be applied to the watch body 20 along the axial direction of the receiving hole 31a to cause the connecting ball 232 to exit from the top cavity 32b and enter the bottom cavity 32a.

[0065] During the switching process between the bottom cavity 32a and the top cavity 32b, and during the process of the connecting ball 232 being pressed into or out of the top cavity 32b, the connecting ball 232 pushes the limiting block 3211 to move radially along the receiving hole 31a, and the limiting block 3211 compresses or releases the elastic element 3212.

[0066] With each limiting block 3211 in abutting position, the opening diameter of the top cavity 32b facing the surface 20 is smaller than the diameter of the connecting sphere 232. The diameter of the transition zone between the top cavity 32b and the bottom cavity 32a is smaller than the diameter of the connecting sphere 232.

[0067] During the switching process between the bottom cavity 32a and the top cavity 32b of the watch body 20, when an axial force is applied to the watch body 20 along the receiving hole 31a, the connecting ball 232 can push each limiting block 3211 to move radially along the receiving hole 31a, so that each limiting block 3211 disengages from the contact state, and the limiting block 3211 compresses the corresponding elastic element 3212, thereby increasing the diameter of the transition area between the top cavity 32b and the bottom cavity 32a, so as to allow the connecting ball 232 to switch between the top cavity 32b and the bottom cavity 32a.

[0068] After the connecting sphere 232 completes the position switch, the limiting block 3211 releases the elastic element 3212. Under the action of the elastic potential energy released by the elastic element 3212, the elastic element 3212 pushes the limiting block 3211 to reset, so that the limiting blocks 3211 return to the state of mutual contact.

[0069] During the process of the connecting ball 232 being pressed into or out of the top cavity 32b, when an axial force is applied to the watch body 20 along the receiving hole 31a, the connecting ball 232 can push each limiting block 3211 to disengage from the contact state, and the limiting block 3211 compresses the corresponding elastic element 3212, thereby increasing the opening diameter of the top cavity 32b facing the watch body 20, so as to allow the connecting ball 232 to be pressed into or out of the top cavity 32b.

[0070] After the connecting ball 232 is pressed into or out of the top cavity 32b, the limiting block 3211 releases the elastic element 3212. Under the action of the elastic potential energy released by the elastic element 3212, the elastic element 3212 pushes the limiting block 3211 to reset, so that the limiting blocks 3211 return to the state of mutual contact.

[0071] In the smartwatch 10 of this embodiment, the watch body 20 can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise relative to the base 30 to display the screen 22 in portrait or landscape mode, allowing users to switch between portrait and landscape modes according to different usage scenarios. With the connecting ball 232 of the watch body 20 located within the top cavity 32b of the base 31, the watch body 20 can be tilted at a predetermined angle, allowing the screen 22 on the watch body 20 to be tilted, expanding usage scenarios and improving ease of use. The watch body 20 and the base 30 are detachably connected, allowing the watch body 20 to be removed from the base 30 for independent use, such as for video calls or taking photos, further expanding usage scenarios and enhancing the user experience. Therefore, the smartwatch 10 of this embodiment allows for flexible adjustment of the position or angle of the screen 22, resulting in a good user experience and improved user satisfaction.

[0072] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the limiting component 321 includes a sliding portion 3213. The limiting block 3211 is connected to the sliding portion 3213. The sliding portion 3213 is slidably connected to the base 31. When the sliding portion 3213 is connected to the base 31, the sliding portion 3213 can limit and constrain the limiting block 3211, reducing the possibility that the limiting block 3211 may dislodge from the receiving hole 31a along the axial direction of the receiving hole 31a.

[0073] In some examples, the limiting block 3211 and the sliding part 3213 can be an integrally formed structure.

[0074] In some examples, the connection between the limiting block 3211 and the sliding part 3213 can be a detachable connection, which makes it convenient for the limiting block 3211 and the sliding part 3213 to be manufactured separately.

[0075] In some examples, the base 31 includes a guide hole 31b. The opening of the guide hole 31b corresponds to the sidewall of the receiving hole 31a. The axial direction of the guide hole 31b is the same as the radial direction of the receiving hole 31a. Along the radial direction of the receiving hole 31a, a sliding part 3213 is inserted into the guide hole 31b, and the sliding part 3213 slides within the guide hole 31b. When the limiting block 3211 moves relative to the base 31 along the radial direction of the receiving hole 31a, the sliding part 3213 slides within the guide hole 31b.

[0076] For example, the sliding part 3213 is a slide bar.

[0077] For example, the connection between the sliding part 3213 and the limiting block 3211 can be adhesive or snap-fit.

[0078] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the base 31 includes a seat body 311 and a cover plate 312. The seat body 311 and the cover plate 312 are detachably connected. The seat body 311 and the cover plate 312 are stacked together along the thickness direction Z of the base 31. Exemplarily, the limiting component 32 is pre-assembled with the seat body 311. Then the cover plate 312 is assembled with the seat body 311.

[0079] In some feasible ways, Figure 9 for Figure 7 Enlarged view of the area at point W. See also Figure 6 and Figure 9 As shown, the limiting component 321 also includes two or more locking blocks 3214. The locking blocks 3214 are disposed on the limiting block 3211. The two or more locking blocks 3214 are spaced apart around the axis of the receiving hole 31a, that is, the two or more locking blocks 3214 are spaced apart circumferentially along the receiving hole 31a. An clearance notch 32c is formed between adjacent locking blocks 3214. The locking blocks 3214 are located between the bottom cavity 32a and the top cavity 32b. See also... Figure 3 and Figure 9As shown, the connecting ball 232 has two or more locking slots 2321 on its surface facing the case 21. Locking blocks 3214 are used to engage with the locking slots 2321. The number of locking blocks 3214 can be the same as the number of locking slots 2321. When the connecting ball 232 is housed in the bottom cavity 32a, and the connecting ball 2322 rotates within the bottom cavity 32a, the locking slots 2321 of the connecting ball 232 switch between engaging with the locking blocks 3214 and aligning with the clearance notch 32c.

[0080] See Figure 9 As shown, when the locking groove 2321 of the connecting ball 232 is engaged with the locking block 3214, the locking block 3214 provides a limiting constraint on the connecting ball 232 along the axial direction of the receiving hole 31a. When a pulling force is applied to the watch body 20 along the axial direction of the receiving hole 31a, the connecting ball 232 is limited by the locking block 3214, and the connecting ball 232 cannot push the limiting block 3211 to move from the bottom cavity 32a to the top cavity 32b, thus ensuring that the watch body 20 is not easily detached from the watch base 30, and the user cannot remove the watch body 20 from the watch base 30.

[0081] When the locking groove 2321 of the connecting ball 232 is aligned with the clearance notch 32c, the locking block 3214 is disengaged from the locking groove 2321, and the spherical area of ​​the connecting ball 232 corresponds to the locking block 3214. When a pulling force is applied to the watch body 20 along the axial direction of the receiving hole 31a, the connecting ball 232 is no longer constrained by the locking block 3214. The connecting ball 232 can push the limiting block 3211 to move from the bottom cavity 32a to the top cavity 32b, so that the user can adjust the position and usage state of the watch body 20. Alternatively, the user can separate the watch body 20 from the watch base 30 to remove the watch body 20 from the watch base 30 and use the watch body 20 alone.

[0082] For example, when the watch body 20 is at 0° or after being rotated 180°, the watch body 20 and the watch base 30 are stacked and aligned vertically, allowing the user to use the display screen 22 in portrait mode. At this time, the snap-fit ​​slot 2321 connecting the ball 232 is in the snap-fit ​​position with the snap-fit ​​block 3214, so that the watch body 20 cannot be separated from the watch base 30.

[0083] By rotating the watch body 20 to a position after rotating 90° or 270°, the user can use the display screen 22 in landscape mode. At this time, the locking slot 2321 connecting the ball 232 is in the alignment clearance notch 32c position. The user can pull the watch body 20 to adjust its position, allowing it to switch between a flat and tilted state, or the watch body 20 can be detached from the base 30 for independent use.

[0084] See in some examples Figure 9 As shown, the surface of the latch 3214 facing the bottom cavity 32a forms a first latching plane 32d. Exemplarily, the first latching plane 32d is perpendicular to the axial direction of the receiving hole 31a. The latching groove 2321 of the connecting ball 232 has a second latching plane 2321a facing the case 21. Exemplarily, the second latching plane 2321a is perpendicular to the axial direction of the receiving hole 31a. When the latching groove 2321 of the connecting ball 232 is in the latching position with the latch 3214, the first latching plane 32d of the latch 3214 can contact and abut against the second latching plane 2321a of the latching groove 2321, or there can be a clearance between the first latching plane 32d of the latch 3214 and the second latching plane 2321a of the latching groove 2321.

[0085] In some examples, the limiting component 32 includes four limiting members 321. The base 31 of the dial holder 30 is rectangular. For example, the base 31 of the dial holder 30 can be rectangular. Two limiting members 321 are positioned opposite each other along the length direction X of the base 31. Two limiting members 321 are positioned opposite each other along the width direction Y of the base 31.

[0086] For example, the number of limiting blocks 3211 and the number of elastic elements 3212 can both be four. The structure and dimensions of each limiting block 3211 can be identical, facilitating manufacturing and assembly. When the limiting blocks 3211 are in abutting position, the outer contour of the overall structure formed by the limiting blocks 3211 can be rectangular. The elastic element 3212 can be, but is not limited to, a helical spring.

[0087] For example, there are two locking blocks 3214. Correspondingly, there are two locking slots 2321 connecting the ball 232. Each of the two limiting blocks 3211 spaced apart along the length X of the base 31 is provided with a locking block 3214. When the user uses the display screen 22 in portrait mode, the locking slots 2321 connecting the ball 232 are in the locking position with the locking blocks 3214, so that the watch body 20 cannot be separated from the watch base 30.

[0088] No locking blocks 3214 are provided on the two limiting blocks 3211 spaced apart in the width direction Y of the base 31. When the user uses the display screen 22 in landscape mode, the locking groove 2321 connecting the ball 232 is in the position of aligning with the clearance notch 32c.

[0089] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 6 and Figure 9As shown, the limiting component 321 further includes two or more first limiting surfaces 321a. The first limiting surfaces 321a are located on the surface of the limiting block 3211 facing the bottom cavity 32a. The two or more first limiting surfaces 321a are evenly spaced around the axis of the receiving hole 31a. See also... Figure 3 and Figure 9 As shown, the connecting sphere 232 has two or more second limiting surfaces 2322. Exemplarily, the number of first limiting surfaces 321a can be the same as the number of second limiting surfaces 2322. The first limiting surfaces 321a abut against the second limiting surfaces 2322 to limit the connecting sphere 232. Specifically, when the connecting sphere 232 is housed in the bottom cavity 32a, the first limiting surfaces 321a abut against the second limiting surfaces 2322.

[0090] When the watch body 20 is in a predetermined position relative to the base 30, the first limiting surface 321a on the limiting block 3211 abuts against the second limiting surface 2322 on the connecting ball 232, thereby limiting the limiting block 3211 and the connecting ball 232 against each other in the circumferential direction of the receiving hole 31a. This prevents the connecting ball 232 from rotating within the bottom cavity 32a when the watch body 20 is subjected to a relatively small torque along the circumferential direction of the receiving hole 31a, thus avoiding accidental rotation of the watch body 20 relative to the base 30. When the user actively rotates the watch body 20, the user applies a relatively large torque to the watch body 20, causing the connecting ball 232 to rotate within the bottom cavity 32a and disengaging the first limiting surface 321a and the second limiting surface 2322 from contact. After the watch body 20 completes the rotation operation, the first limiting surface 321a can re-engage with the corresponding second limiting surface 2322.

[0091] For example, both the first limiting surface 321a and the second limiting surface 2322 can be planar. Both the first limiting surface 321a and the second limiting surface 2322 can be perpendicular to the radial direction of the receiving hole 31a. Both the first limiting surface 321a and the second limiting surface 2322 can be circular surfaces. The line connecting the center of the second limiting surface 2322 and the center of the connecting sphere 232 is perpendicular to the axial direction of the receiving hole 31a.

[0092] In some examples, the base 31 of the watch holder 30 is rectangular. For example, the base 31 of the watch holder 30 can be rectangular. The limiting member 321 includes four first limiting surfaces 321a. Two first limiting surfaces 321a are spaced apart along the length direction X of the base 31. Two first limiting surfaces 321a are spaced apart along the width direction Y of the base 31. The connecting ball 232 has four second limiting surfaces 2322. Wherein, when the connecting ball 232 is accommodated in the bottom cavity 32a, the four first limiting surfaces 321a abut against the four second limiting surfaces 2322 respectively. Therefore, when the watch body 20 rotates 90°, 180°, 270° or 360° relative to the watch base 30, the four first limiting surfaces 321a are in contact with the four corresponding second limiting surfaces 2322, so that the rotation angle of the watch body 20 is accurate and the watch body 20 can be stably maintained in the current position after the rotation operation is completed, thereby improving the accuracy of the horizontal and vertical screen switching of the watch body 20 and the user experience satisfaction of using the display screen 22 of the watch body 20.

[0093] In some examples, the limiting component 32 includes four limiting parts 321. The number of limiting blocks 3211 and the number of elastic elements 3212 are both four. Two limiting blocks 3211 are positioned opposite each other along the length direction X of the base 31. Two limiting blocks 3211 are positioned opposite each other along the width direction Y of the base 31. Each limiting block 3211 has a first limiting surface 321a.

[0094] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 6 and Figure 9 As shown, the base 31 of the watch holder 30 has a flange 31c. Along the radial direction of the receiving hole 31a, the flange 31c protrudes towards the axis of the receiving hole 31a. A portion of the receiving hole 31a is located below the flange 31c. The ends of the elastic element 3212 and the limiting block 3211 are located below the flange 31c. The base 31 can shield the elastic element 3212 to improve the aesthetic appearance of the watch holder 30. In the axial direction of the receiving hole 31a, the flange 31c of the base 31 can limit and constrain the limiting block 3211, reducing the possibility of the limiting block 3211 dislodging from the receiving hole 31a due to tensile stress applied to the watch body 20.

[0095] In some examples, the cover plate 312 is provided with a flange 31c. The cover plate 312 and the flange 31c are integrally formed.

[0096] In some feasible ways, Figure 10 This schematically illustrates the state of the watch body 20 during its rotation relative to the base 30. See also... Figure 10As shown, the watch base 30 also includes a magnet 33. The magnet 33 is disposed on the base 31. The watch body 20 also includes a Hall sensor 24. The Hall sensor 24 is disposed inside the watch case 21. During the rotation of the watch body 20 relative to the watch base 30, the Hall sensor 24 is used to sense the magnetic field of the magnet 33. The Hall sensor 24 can be electrically connected to the motherboard. When the watch body 20 rotates relative to the watch base 30, the smartwatch 10 can determine the rotation angle of the watch body 20 based on the signal from the Hall sensor 24, and thus adjust the display direction of the display screen 22 according to the rotation angle of the watch body 20.

[0097] For example, magnet 33 can be a permanent magnet.

[0098] In some examples, the base 30 includes a magnet 33. The body 20 includes three Hall sensors 24. The three Hall sensors 24 are spaced apart along the rotation direction of the body 20. The rotation direction of the body 20 is the same as the circumferential direction of the receiving hole 31a. When the body 20 rotates relative to the base 30, and any one of the three Hall sensors 24 is vertically aligned with the magnet 33, the Hall sensor 24 above the magnet 33 generates a corresponding first signal, while the other two Hall sensors 24 generate corresponding second signals, thereby allowing the rotation angle of the body 20 to be determined based on the Hall sensors 24.

[0099] For example, along the rotation direction of the watch body 20, the central angle between the positions of the first Hall sensor 24 and the second Hall sensor 24 is 90°. Along the rotation direction of the watch body 20, the central angle between the positions of the second Hall sensor 24 and the third Hall sensor 24 is 90°. Along the rotation direction of the watch body 20, the central angle between the positions of the third Hall sensor 24 and the first Hall sensor 24 is 180°.

[0100] Taking the example of the watch body 20 in a vertical display state as the initial state, the three Hall sensors 24 are not vertically overlapped with the magnet 33, and the control display screen 22 is adjusted to a vertical display state.

[0101] The meter body 20 rotates 90° relative to the base 30, and the first Hall sensor 24 overlaps vertically with the magnet 33. Upon determining that the meter body 20 has rotated 90°, the display screen 22 is adjusted to landscape mode.

[0102] The meter body 20 rotates 180° relative to the base 30, and the second Hall sensor 24 overlaps vertically with the magnet 33. Upon determining that the meter body 20 has rotated 180°, the display screen 22 is adjusted to portrait mode.

[0103] The meter body 20 rotates 270° relative to the base 30, and the third Hall sensor 24 overlaps vertically with the magnet 33. Upon determining that the meter body 20 has rotated 270°, the display screen 22 is adjusted to landscape mode.

[0104] The meter body 20 rotates 360° relative to the base 30, and none of the three Hall sensors 24 overlap with the magnet 33 vertically. Upon determining that the meter body 20 has rotated 360°, the display screen 22 is adjusted to portrait mode.

[0105] For example, in the initial state, none of the three Hall sensors 24 overlap vertically with the magnet 33. The central angle between the position of the first Hall sensor 24 and the position of the magnet 33 is 90°. The central angle between the position of the third Hall sensor 24 and the position of the magnet 33 is 90°. Along the length direction X of the base 31, the second Hall sensor 24 is spaced apart from the magnet 33. For example, the magnet 33 is positioned at the 12 o'clock position. The three Hall sensors 24 are positioned at the 3 o'clock, 6 o'clock, and 9 o'clock positions.

[0106] In some feasible ways, Figure 11 The structure of the watch body 20 is schematically shown from the rear view. See also Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, the watch body 20 also includes a front-facing camera 25 and a rear-facing camera 26. Both the front-facing camera 25 and the rear-facing camera 26 are mounted on the watch case 21. The light-receiving portion of the front-facing camera 25 faces away from the base 31. The light-receiving portion of the rear-facing camera 26 faces the base 31.

[0107] When the watch body 20 and the watch stand 30 are connected, the user can use the front-facing camera 25 of the watch body 20 to make video calls or take selfies. When the watch body 20 and the watch stand 30 are separated, the user can use the rear-facing camera 26 of the watch body 20 to take photos, or use the front-facing camera 25 of the watch body 20 to make video calls or take selfies.

[0108] In some feasible implementations, an example is given with the watch body 20 initially in a portrait display state. The connecting ball 232 of the watch body 20 is located within the bottom cavity 32a. When the watch body 20 is rotated, the Hall sensor 24 can acquire a magnetic field signal. The smartwatch 10 can determine the rotation angle of the watch body 20 based on the signal from the Hall sensor 24 and control the display orientation of the screen 22 to ensure that the displayed image is always upright.

[0109] The user pulls the watch body 20 to move the connecting ball 232 of the watch body 20 from the bottom cavity 32a to the top cavity 32b. The user rotates the watch body 20 to adjust the orientation of the display screen 22 on the watch body 20. The watch body 20 can be tilted. The smartwatch 10 also includes a gyroscope. The gyroscope is located on the motherboard. The smartwatch 10 can obtain the current tilt angle based on the gyroscope to control the display screen 22 to display in portrait or landscape mode, ensuring that the displayed image is always upright.

[0110] Users can remove the watch body 20 from the watch holder 30 for independent use. For example, the watch body 20 can be held in the hand with its display screen 22 tilted, or it can be placed on a table with its display screen 22 tilted. The smartwatch 10 can use the gyroscope to determine the current tilt angle and control the display screen 22 to switch between portrait and landscape modes to ensure the screen is always upright.

[0111] In some feasible implementations, both the watch body 20 and the watch stand 30 can be rectangular. The watch body 20 has a front-facing camera 25 and a rear-facing camera 26. It can be used in portrait mode under normal conditions. When browsing web pages or watching videos, users can rotate the watch body 20 90° to achieve landscape mode without removing the smartwatch 10 from their wrist. Users can also use the watch body 20 in a tilted position for browsing, improving comfort and convenience. After use, the watch body 20 can be returned to its flat position. In photography scenarios, users can fully extend the watch body 20 to take photos using the rear-facing camera 26 and take selfies using the front-facing camera 25. Therefore, the smartwatch 10 of this embodiment has richer usage methods and scenarios, providing users with more enjoyment and improving user experience satisfaction.

[0112] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0113] The embodiments described in this application are not intended to indicate or imply that the devices or elements referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as limiting the embodiments of this application. In the description of the embodiments of this application, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise precisely specified.

[0114] The terms "first," "second," "third," "fourth," etc. (if present) in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented, for example, in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, systems, products, or apparatus.

[0115] The term "multiple" in this article refers to two or more. The term "and / or" in this article is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A alone, A and B simultaneously, or B alone. Furthermore, the character " / " in this article generally indicates an "or" relationship between the preceding and following related objects; in formulas, the character " / " indicates a "division" relationship between the preceding and following related objects.

[0116] It is understood that the various numerical designations used in the embodiments of this application are merely for descriptive convenience and are not intended to limit the scope of the embodiments of this application.

[0117] It is understood that, in the embodiments of this application, the order of the above-mentioned process numbers does not imply the order of execution. The execution order of each process should be determined by its function and internal logic, and should not constitute any limitation on the implementation process of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A smartwatch, characterized in that, include: The watch body includes a watch case, a display screen, and a connecting component. The display screen is disposed on the watch case, and the connecting component is disposed on the side of the watch case facing away from the display screen. The connecting component includes a connecting rod and a connecting ball connected together, and the connecting rod is connected to the center position of the watch case. The watch base includes a base and a limiting assembly. The base has a receiving hole corresponding to the adapter. The limiting assembly is disposed within the receiving hole and includes two or more limiting components distributed around the axis of the receiving hole. Each limiting component includes a limiting block and an elastic element. Along the radial direction of the receiving hole, the elastic element is located between the limiting block and the base. The limiting block is slidably connected to the base, and the elastic element connects the limiting block and the base. The limiting blocks abut against each other to enclose and form an interconnected bottom cavity and a top cavity. The top cavity is located on the side of the bottom cavity facing away from the bottom wall of the receiving hole. The bottom cavity or the top cavity is used to accommodate the connecting ball. The watch body is rotatably connected to the limiting assembly through the connecting ball. During the process of the connecting ball switching between the bottom cavity and the top cavity, and during the process of the connecting ball being pressed into or out of the top cavity, the connecting ball pushes the limiting block to move radially along the receiving hole, and the limiting block compresses or releases the elastic element.

2. The smartwatch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting component includes a sliding part, the limiting block is connected to the sliding part, and the sliding part is slidably connected to the base.

3. The smartwatch according to claim 2, characterized in that, The base includes a guide hole, the opening of which is provided corresponding to the side wall of the receiving hole. Along the radial direction of the receiving hole, the sliding part is inserted into the guide hole, and the sliding part slides in cooperation with the guide hole.

4. The smartwatch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting component further includes two or more locking blocks, which are disposed on the limiting block. The two or more locking blocks are spaced apart around the axis of the receiving hole, and an avoidance notch is formed between two adjacent locking blocks. The locking blocks are located between the bottom cavity and the top cavity. The surface of the connecting ball facing the case is provided with two or more locking grooves. The locking blocks are used to engage with the locking grooves. When the connecting ball is received in the bottom cavity, as the connecting ball rotates in the bottom cavity, the locking grooves switch between a position engaging with the locking blocks and a position aligned with the avoidance notch.

5. The smartwatch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting component further includes two or more first limiting surfaces, the first limiting surfaces being located on the surface of the limiting block facing the bottom cavity, the two or more first limiting surfaces being evenly spaced around the axis of the receiving hole, the connecting ball having two or more second limiting surfaces, the first limiting surfaces being used to abut against the second limiting surfaces to limit the connecting ball, wherein, when the connecting ball is received in the bottom cavity, the first limiting surfaces abut against the second limiting surfaces.

6. The smartwatch according to claim 5, characterized in that, The base is rectangular, and the limiting component includes four first limiting surfaces. Along the length direction of the base, two first limiting surfaces are spaced apart, and along the width direction of the base, two first limiting surfaces are spaced apart. The connecting ball has four second limiting surfaces. When the connecting ball is contained in the bottom cavity, the four first limiting surfaces abut against the four second limiting surfaces respectively.

7. The smartwatch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base is rectangular, and the limiting assembly includes four limiting components. Two of the limiting components are arranged opposite each other along the length direction of the base, and two of the limiting components are arranged opposite each other along the width direction of the base.

8. The smartwatch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base has a flange that protrudes radially toward the axis of the receiving hole, and the ends of the elastic element and the limiting block are located below the flange.

9. The smartwatch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The watch base also includes a magnet disposed on the base, and the watch body also includes a Hall sensor disposed inside the watch case. During the rotation of the watch body relative to the watch base, the Hall sensor is used to sense the magnetic field of the magnet.

10. The smartwatch according to claim 9, characterized in that, The watch base includes a magnet, and the watch body includes three Hall sensors, which are spaced apart along the rotation direction of the watch body.

11. The smartwatch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The watch body also includes a front-facing camera and a rear-facing camera, both of which are mounted on the watch case. The light-receiving part of the front-facing camera faces away from the base, while the light-receiving part of the rear-facing camera faces the base.

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