Electronic device with modular components

Abstract

An electronic device with modular components is provided. A wearable display device may include a display frame, a fixed arm, a battery, a speaker, and a printed circuit board (PCB). A fixation arm of the device may have a proximal end and a distal end opposite the proximal end, the proximal end being removably coupled to the display frame, and the fixation arm may define a single seamless housing. The PCB may be coupled to the battery and electrically coupled to the speaker via an electrical conductor. The length of the conductor is greater than the distance between the PCB and the loudspeaker in the housing. The housing defines an opening at the proximal end of the arm through which the battery and the PCB can be removed together without interrupting the electrical connection between the PCB and the speaker via the conductor.

Description

[0001] Cross Reference to Related Applications

[0002] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 649,559, filed May 20, 2024, entitled “ELECTRONIC DEVICE WITH MODULAR COMPONENTS,” the entire disclosure of which is hereby incorporated by reference. TECHNICAL FIELD

[0003] Examples of the present disclosure relate generally to electronic devices. More specifically, examples of the present disclosure relate to head-mounted electronic devices. BACKGROUND

[0004] Various components of head-mounted electronic devices, such as display screens, viewing frames, fixed arms, speakers, batteries, waveguides, and other components, operate together to provide an immersive and comfortable experience. These devices can require power from a power source, such as a battery, to operate. Due to a finite lifespan, access to and / or replacement of the battery is sometimes required. Batteries for head-mounted electronic devices can be positioned in fixed arms that connect the head-mounted electronic device to a user’s head. However, the accessibility of the battery in these fixed arms often conflicts with the design of the fixed arms, thereby limiting the replaceability of the battery. SUMMARY

[0005] The present disclosure provides a wearable display device. The wearable display device can include a display frame, a fixed arm, a battery, a speaker, and a printed circuit board (PCB). The fixed arm of the device can have a proximal end removably connected to the display frame and a distal end opposite the proximal end, and the fixed arm can define a single seamless housing. The PCB can be coupled to the battery and electrically connected to the speaker via an electrical conductor, a length of the conductor being greater than a distance between the PCB and the speaker within the housing. The housing defines an opening at the proximal end of the arm through which the battery and the PCB can be removed together without interrupting the electrical connection between the PCB and the speaker via the conductor.

[0006] In one example, the wearable device can further include a transparent window coupled to the display frame. The wearable device can include a projector that can direct light displayed at the transparent window. The electrical conductor of the wearable device can be made of a flexible printed circuit. The wearable device can further include a curved arm tip fixed to the distal end of the fixed arm. The wearable display device can further include a battery as a first battery and a second battery disposed within the fixed arm. The curved arm tip can be removably fixed to the distal end of the fixed arm.

[0007] In another example, a wearable electronic device can include a display frame coupled to a display window. The wearable electronic device can further include a fixed arm, and the fixed arm can include a proximal arm including a housing pivotally coupled to the display frame at a proximal end of the housing, and the housing can have a distal end opposite the proximal end. The fixed arm can further include a distal arm that can be coupled to the distal end, and the distal end defines an interior volume having a first curvature. The wearable electronic device can further include a first battery disposed within the housing and removable from the fixed arm through an opening defined at the proximal end of the housing. The wearable electronic device can further include a second battery disposed within the distal arm, and the second battery can have a second curvature approximating the first curvature to fit within the interior volume and can be removable from the fixed arm.

[0008] In another example, the wearable electronic device can further include a charging port cover removably securable to a distal end of the distal arm. The second battery can be attached to the charging port cover and removable from the distal arm. The distal arm can further include a first housing and a second housing, where the second housing is a battery enclosure. The distal arm can be removable from the proximal arm. The second housing of the distal arm can be removable from the distal arm.

[0009] In at least one example, a fixed arm for a wearable electronic device can include a proximal enclosure having a first proximal end and a first distal end opposite the first proximal end. The fixed arm can further include a distal enclosure that can define a first curvature to accommodate an ear of a user, and the distal enclosure can have a second proximal end removably coupled to the first distal end of the proximal enclosure. A second distal end opposite the second proximal end. The fixed arm can further include a battery disposed within the distal enclosure, and the battery can define a second curvature approximating the first curvature. The charging port cover can be disposed at the second distal end.

[0010] In one example, a battery can be located in a distal housing and can have a second housing. A charging port cover can be removably coupled to a second distal end of the distal housing. The fixed arm can further include a first battery and a second battery disposable within the proximal housing. The fixed arm can further include a blind connection mechanism that can include a biasing member that is adjustably engageable with an inner surface at or near the first distal end. The connection mechanism can further include a groove defined by the second proximal end that is configured to engage the biasing member when the second proximal end is inserted into the first distal end. An inclined surface can be defined by at least one of the biasing member or the second proximal end and is configured to expand the biasing member when the second proximal end is inserted into the first distal end. The fixed arm can further include another example of a connection mechanism. The connection mechanism can include an inclined surface that is a first inclined surface and a groove that can define a second inclined surface having a different angle than the first inclined surface. The fixed arm can further include a first seal disposed between the first distal end and the second proximal end and defining an outer surface of the fixed arm. The fixed arm can further include a second seal disposable within the proximal housing and between the proximal housing and the distal housing. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0011] The present disclosure will be readily understood by persons skilled in the art with the aid of the following detailed description and accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals designate identical structures, and wherein:

[0012] Figure 1 A rear isometric view of an electronic device having modular components is shown;

[0013] Figure 2 An exploded view of a fixed arm is shown;

[0014] Figure 3A A cross-sectional view of a battery and speaker housed in a fixed arm is shown;

[0015] Figure 3B A cross-sectional view of a battery removed from a housing of a fixed arm with a slack portion of an electrical conductor pulled out is shown;

[0016] Figure 4A A cross-sectional view of a battery and speaker housed in a fixed arm is shown;

[0017] Figure 4B A cross-sectional view of a battery and speaker removed as a unit from a housing of a fixed arm is shown;

[0018] Figure 5A A fixed arm having a cover assembly for battery replaceability is shown;

[0019] Figure 5BA side view showing the battery removed from the housing of the arm tip according to the present disclosure;

[0020] Figure 6A A side view showing the arm tip connected to the fixed arm;

[0021] Figure 6B A side view showing one example of removing the battery from the housing of the arm tip according to the present disclosure;

[0022] Figure 7A A side view showing the arm tip connected to the fixed arm;

[0023] Figure 7B A side view showing one example of removing the battery from the housing of the arm tip according to the present disclosure;

[0024] Figure 8A A side view showing one example of the connection mechanism connecting the arm tip to the fixed arm according to the present disclosure;

[0025] Figure 8B A side view showing one example of removing the arm tip from the fixed arm according to the present disclosure;

[0026] Figure 9A A side view showing one example of the connection mechanism connecting the arm tip to the fixed arm according to the present disclosure;

[0027] Figure 9B A side view showing one example of removing the arm tip from the fixed arm according to the present disclosure; and

[0028] Figure 10 A side view showing one example of the connection mechanism connecting the arm tip to the fixed arm according to the present disclosure; DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0029] Reference will now be made in detail to the representative embodiments illustrated in the drawings. It should be understood that the following description is not intended to limit the embodiments to one preferred embodiment. On the contrary, it is intended to cover alternatives, modifications, and equivalents, which can be included within the spirit and scope of the described embodiments as defined by the claims appended hereto.

[0030] The present disclosure relates generally to electronic devices. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to head-mountable electronic devices. In at least one example, a head-mountable electronic device can include a frame and a fixed arm extending from the frame. During use, the fixed arm can include a battery, a printed circuit board (PCB), and / or a speaker at a proximal end of the fixed arm. The fixed arm can further include a battery and / or a power port positioned at a distal end or tip of the fixed arm. Examples of the head-mountable device can include an optical device (e.g., eyeglasses, transparent windows, etc.) or a virtual / augmented reality device that can include optical components. In these cases, the head-mountable device can be worn on a user's head such that optically transparent windows (e.g., lenses and transparent optical displays) can be positioned in front of the user's eyes. Other electrical components for powering and operating the device (e.g., data ports and waveguides) can also be provided in the device. The battery can be disposed distally and proximally on the fixed arm and can be electrically coupled to various other electronic components of the device.

[0031] Current wearable devices can include batteries or power sources in locations that are designed to not interfere with the user experience and not create discomfort during use. The fixed arm of the head-mountable device described herein is designed to be comfortable and secure during long-term use. Any electrical components (including power sources and other components mentioned herein) that can be placed in or on the fixed arm itself can be designed and strategically placed to avoid interfering with weight distribution, securement forces, comfort, and / or the field of view of the device and the user.

[0032] As described above, in at least one example, the battery can be disposed in the proximal end of the fixed arm, where the speaker and the battery can be electrically coupled and removed as a single piece when the battery is replaced. This can enable the fixed arm to maintain a seamless exterior shell. In this way, the user can experience a comfortable experience when wearing the head-mountable device for long periods of time. A seamless exterior shell can be advantageous because it can simplify the manufacturing process, can reduce stress concentrations that can occur at the seams while the user is wearing the electronic device, and can increase the aesthetic appeal of the electronic device.

[0033] In at least one example, the battery can be coupled with the PCB and can be disposed in the proximal end of the fixed arm, where only the battery and the PCB are removed from the housing of the fixed arm. In this way, the electrical conductor can electrically couple the battery and the speaker, such that a slack or service loop is formed in the housing of the fixed arm when both the battery and the speaker are housed in the fixed arm. The length of the conductor can be greater than the distance between the PCB and the speaker within the housing. This can enable the battery to be removed from the housing of the fixed arm, where the electrical conductor still couples the speaker and the PCB. In this way, the battery can be replaced without removing the speaker from the fixed arm housing. The battery can be replaced without removing any portion of the fixed arm housing. In this way, the fixed arm can remain a seamless housing piece when the battery and the PCB are removed from the opening defined by the fixed arm. This can be advantageous because enabling the seamless housing piece to remain seamless during battery replacement can increase the aesthetic appeal of the fixed arm on the electronic device, and can also simplify the manufacturing process of the fixed arm.

[0034] In some examples, the battery can be disposed in the proximal end of the fixed arm, where the cover assembly can be defined by a portion of the fixed arm. In this way, the cover can be removed to expose the battery. The battery can be decoupled from the housing of the fixed arm and replaced. Then, the cover can be secured to the body after replacing the battery. This can enable replaceability of the battery without removing the fixed arm from the hinge on the display frame.

[0035] In at least one example, the battery can be housed in the arm tip in the distal end of the fixed arm. In some examples, the arm tip of the fixed arm can be disposed behind the user’s ear when the user wears the head-mounted device. In this way, the arm tip can be bent to fit around the user’s ear for securing. The battery can be bent to fit into the housing of the arm tip. In at least one example, the charging port cover can be removably coupled to the arm tip. In this way, the battery can be freely removed from the bent portion of the arm tip. This can enable replaceability of the battery without sacrificing the seamless exterior of the arm tip and the comfort of the user.

[0036] In at least one example, the battery can be housed in the arm tip, where the battery can be removed via a button assembly. The removable battery sled can include the charging port cover, the battery, and the button assembly, and can be removably coupled to the arm tip. This can enable the user to replace the battery housed in the arm tip by pressing the button without the assistance of a third-party professional.

[0037] In at least one example, the arm end can be removably coupled to the fixed arm, allowing the user to replace the entire arm end when changing the battery. In this way, the arm end connector and the battery are permanently housed within the arm end. This enables the user to replace the entire arm end when replacing the battery housed within it, and allows the user to replace the battery without the assistance of a third-party professional.

[0038] The following text is for reference only. Figures 1 to 10 These embodiments and other embodiments are discussed herein. However, those skilled in the art will readily understand that the detailed descriptions given herein with respect to the accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting. Furthermore, as used herein, a system, method, article, component, feature, or sub-feature including at least one of the first, second, or third options should be understood to refer to a system, method, article, component, feature, or sub-feature that may include one option of each listed option (e.g., only one first option, only one second option, only one third option), multiple options of a single listed option (e.g., two or more first options), two options simultaneously (e.g., one first option and one second option), or combinations thereof (e.g., two first options and one second option).

[0039] Figure 1 A rear isometric view of an electronic device 100 with modular components is shown. The electronic device 100 with modular components can be a head-mounted electronic device, or any device or system configured to be worn on a user's head, such as a head-mounted electronic device, optical equipment, smart glasses, alternative / virtual reality goggles, etc. Figure 1 As shown, device 100 may include at least one display frame 102, which may accommodate various components and systems. In at least one example, display frame 102 may be configured to hold one or more display windows 118 configured to present visual information to a user. In one or more examples of this disclosure, display window 118 may include an optically transparent display window, display screen, transparent material, optical lens, or transparent display screen, or a combination thereof, positioned in front of the user's eyes. Device 100 may include at least one fixing arm 104. Figure 1 In the example shown, at least one of the fixing arms 104a and 104b may be attached to the display frame 102. The fixing arms 104a and 104b may include proximal ends 106a and 106b that may be attached to the display frame 102. The fixing arms 104a and 104b may further include distal ends 108a and 108b that extend further from the proximal ends 106a and 106b, respectively. In other examples, the fixing arms 104a and 104b may be a single fixing arm, a flexible band, etc.

[0040] In at least one example, the fixing arms 104a and 104b may include first connectors 122a and 122b. The first connectors 122a and 122b may be positioned between the proximal ends 106a and 106b of the fixing arms 104a and 104b and the display frame 102. In this example, the fixing arms 104a and 104b may be removably coupled to or connected to the display frame 102. Figure 1 For example, the fixing arms 104a and 104b may also include second connectors 124a and 124b, which may be located between the proximal ends 106a and 106b and the distal ends 108a and 108b of the fixing arms 104a and 104b. The combination of the first connectors 122a and 122b and the second connectors 124a and 124b is advantageous to the user because the device 100 can better conform to a wide variety of user head and face sizes and shapes. Better adaptation to different sizes and shapes allows for greater comfort for various users wearing the device 100 and enables adequate stability when the user moves while wearing the device 100.

[0041] Figure 1 The use of other components that can be accommodated within the mounting arms 104a and 104b is also shown. In at least one example, the mounting arms 104a and 104b can accommodate a variety of different components, including but not limited to a battery 112, a projector 110, and at least one speaker 114. Figure 1 For example, the mounting arm 104b may house the battery 112, the projector 110, and the speaker 114b. In this example, the mounting arm 104a may house the speaker 114a. In an example where the mounting arms 104a and 104b may include at least one projector 110, the projector 110 may be configured to direct light displayed at a window 118 attached to the display frame 102. The use of the battery 112 can help extend the usage time of the user of the device 100. The battery 112 allows the user to operate the device 100 without having to frequently interrupt operation to charge the device 100, thereby improving the user's productivity and efficiency.

[0042] according to Figure 1 For example, device 100 may include arm tips 126a and 126b that may be removably coupled to or connected to the distal ends of fixed arms 104a and 104b. Arm tips 126a and 126b may be defined as portions or segments of fixed arms 104a and 104b configured to be positioned behind the user's ear when device 100 is worn. Figure 1In the example shown, the arm tips 126a and 126b are bent downward to fit comfortably behind a user’s ears. In this example, a user can adjust the curvature of the arm tips 126a and 126b to conform to the fit of the arm tips 126a and 126b around the user’s ears. In at least one example, the batteries 116a and 116b can be housed within the interior of the arm tips 126a and 126b. In this way, the batteries 116a and 116b can bend to conform to the curvature of the arm tips 126a and 126b. The arm tips 126a and 126b can further include a charging port cover 120. In one example, the charging port cover 120 can define a through-hole that extends through the thickness of the arm tip 126. The use of the batteries 116a and 116b can be advantageous to extend the use time of a user of the device 100. The batteries 116a and 116b can allow a user to operate the device 100 without having to frequently interrupt operation to charge the device 100, thereby increasing the productivity and efficiency of use of the user.

[0043] Figure 1 Any of the features, components, and / or parts of the electronic devices shown (including their arrangements and configurations) can be included in any of the other examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in the other figures, either alone or in any combination. Likewise, any of the features, components, and / or parts shown in the other figures (including their arrangements and configurations) can be included in the examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown Figure 1 in the examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown.

[0044] Figure 2 An exploded view of the fixed arm 200 is shown. In at least one example, the fixed arm 200 can be removably coupled or connected to the display frame 102. The fixed arm 200 can be divided into different sections. As shown, Figure 2 In this example, the proximal arm 202 can be a single seamless housing having a distal end 210 opposite the proximal end 208. The proximal arm 202 can be seamless such that the proximal arm 202 is formed as a unitary piece without multiple parts assembled to form the single proximal arm 202. The housing of the proximal arm 202 can define a curvature to accommodate a user’s ear. The single seamless housing of the proximal arm 202 can be advantageous to a user of the device 100 as it can increase comfort during extended wear of the device 100 by the user. In another example, the seamless housing of the proximal arm 202 can be advantageous as it can increase the aesthetic appeal of the device 100. In one example, the seamless housing can simplify the manufacturing process of the proximal arm 202. Furthermore, the seamless housing can reduce stress concentrations that can occur at a seam while the user is wearing the electronic device.

[0045] like Figure 2 As shown, the housing of the proximal arm 202 may have openings of different sizes defined by the distal end 210 and the proximal end 208. In one example, the distal end 210 may have a smaller opening defined by the proximal arm 202. In this way, the shape of the housing defines the curvature of the proximal arm 202 to create a seamless fit between the proximal arm 202 and the distal arm 204 at the distal end 210 of the proximal arm 202. In one example, the proximal end 208 may define a larger opening in the proximal arm 202, wherein the proximal arm may be removably coupled to the display frame 102. The larger opening defined on the proximal end 208 of the proximal arm 202 may facilitate the replaceability of electrical components.

[0046] In at least one example, the fixing arm 200 may further include a distal arm 204, which may be removably coupled to the distal end 210 of the proximal arm 202. The distal arm 204 may define an internal volume with curvature. The curvature of the distal arm 204 allows it to be positioned behind the user's ear during use. The curvature of the distal arm 204 may contribute to increased user comfort when wearing the device 100. In at least one example, the distal arm 204 may further include a charging port cover 206 disposed at the second distal end 212. Figure 2 As shown, the charging port cover 206 can be removably coupled to the second distal end 212 of the distal arm 204. The removability of the charging port cover 206 from the distal arm 204 can be advantageous for the replaceability of the battery that can be housed in the internal volume defined by the distal arm 204.

[0047] Figure 2 Any of the features, components, and / or parts of the illustrated electronic device (including their arrangement and configuration) may be included, individually or in any combination, in any of the other examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in the other figures. Similarly, any of the features, components, and / or parts shown in the other figures (including their arrangement and configuration) may be included, individually or in any combination. Figure 2 Examples of devices, features, components, and parts are shown.

[0048] Figure 3A and Figure 3B A cross-sectional view of the fixing arm 300 is shown. In one example, the fixing arm 300 may define an internal volume. In this way, the fixing arm 300 can accommodate any number of components. These components may include, but are not limited to, the battery 304, the PCB 302, the speaker 308, and the electrical conductor 306. Figure 3A and Figure 3BAs shown, the fixed arm 300 can house the speaker 308, the PCB 302, the battery 304, and the electrical conductor 306. In one example, the speaker 308 can be disposed within a housing of the fixed arm 300 distal from the battery 304. In this example, it can be advantageous to dispose the speaker 308 distal from the battery 304 because the speaker 308 can remain housed in the housing 318 of the fixed arm 300 when the battery 304 can be removed and replaced. In this way, the speaker 308 can remain sealed to the acoustic port 308, 310 during replacement of the battery 304. In this example, the PCB 302 can be coupled or connected to the battery 304. In this way, the PCB 302 can be electrically coupled to the speaker 308 via the electrical conductor 306. In one example, the electrical conductor 306 can be a flexible printed circuit. As Figure 3A As seen in FIG. 14, a length of the electrical conductor 306 can be greater than a distance between the PCB 302 and the speaker 308 within the housing of the fixed arm 300.

[0049] In one example, the housing of the fixed arm 300 can define an opening 316 at the proximal end 315 of the fixed arm 300. The opening 316 can allow the battery 304 and the PCB 302 to be removed together without interrupting the electrical connection between the PCB 302 and the speaker 308 via the electrical conductor 306.

[0050] As Figure 3A seen in FIG. 14, the speaker 308, the PCB 302, and the battery 304 can be in a first position 312 housed in the housing 318 of the fixed arm 300. The first position 312 can be a normal and / or intended operating position of the PCB 302, the battery 304, and the speaker 308 within the fixed arm 300 while a user has the device 100 on the user’s head. In one example, when in the first position 312, the PCB 302 and the battery 304 can define a distance 320 from the speaker 308. The proximal end 315 of the fixed arm 300 can be removably attached to the display frame 102. A portion of the fixed arm 300 extending away from the display frame 102 can expose the opening 316 defined by the proximal end 315 of the fixed arm 300. In one example, the fixed arm 300 can define a housing 318. In this way, the battery 304 and the PCB 302 can be housed within the housing 318 of the fixed arm 300. The battery 304 and the PCB 302 can be removed from an interior volume of the housing 318 through the opening 316 defined at the proximal end 315 of the arm 300.

[0051] As Figure 3BAs seen in the diagram, PCB 302 and battery 304 can be removed together from housing 318 of retaining arm 300 to a second position 314. An opening 316 defined at the proximal end 315 of retaining arm 300 allows PCB 302 and battery 304 to be removed from housing 318 while PCB 302 remains electrically coupled to speaker 308 via conductor 306. Figure 3B As seen in the diagram, when PCB 302 and battery 304 are translated to the second position 314, conductor 306 may define or exhibit a length 322 that is greater than the distance 320 defined between PCB 302, battery 304, and speaker 308 when inside the retaining arm 300. In one example, conductor 306 may extend through opening 316 during the removal of battery 304 and PCB 302. It may be advantageous for conductor 306 to be longer than the distance between PCB 302 and speaker 308 when battery 304 is replaced, as PCB can maintain its electrical connection to speaker 308 during the battery replacement process. In one example, when battery 304 and PCB 302 are in the second position 314, battery 304 may be removably coupled to PCB 302 to enable battery 304 replacement. In this way, PCB 302 can maintain its electrical coupling to speaker 308 while battery 304 can be replaced. This is advantageous for reducing wear and tear on electrical connections and components, as disconnection of electrical components is minimized during battery 304 replacement. Removing battery 304 through opening 316 and the resulting reduction in disconnected components during battery 304 replacement make replacement simple and easy using a single seamless housing 318.

[0052] Figure 3A and Figure 3B Any of the features, components, and / or parts of the illustrated electronic device (including their arrangement and configuration) may be included, individually or in any combination, in any of the other examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in the other figures. Similarly, any of the features, components, and / or parts shown in the other figures (including their arrangement and construction) may be included, individually or in any combination. Figure 3A and Figure 3B Examples of devices, features, components, and parts are shown.

[0053] Figure 4AA cross-sectional view of the fixed arm 400 is shown. In one example, the fixed arm 400 can be removably attached to the display frame 102 at a proximal end 420 of the fixed arm 400. In one example, the fixed arm 400 can define a single seamless housing 418 and can define an internal volume. In at least one example, the fixed arm 400 can house any number of components. These components can include, but are not limited to, a battery 404, a PCB 402, a speaker 408, and an electrical conductor 406. In this way, the fixed arm 400 can define an opening 416 on the proximal end where the battery 404, the PCB 402, the speaker 408, and the electrical conductor 406 can be removed together. As Figure 4A shown, the speaker 408 is disposed distal to the battery 404, where the battery 404 can be removably coupled to the PCB 402. In one example, the electrical conductor 406 can be long enough to electrically couple the speaker 408 to the PCB 402. As Figure 4A shown, the speaker 408, the battery 404, the PCB 402, and the electrical conductor 406 can be in a first position 412. The first position 412 can be a position that the electrical components can be in during normal and / or intended operation of the device 100.

[0054] Figure 4B A cross-sectional view of the fixed arm 400 is shown. In one example, the battery 404, the PCB 402, the speaker 408, and the electrical conductor 406 can be removed together through the opening 416 defined by the proximal 420 of the fixed arm 400. As Figure 4B shown, the battery 404, the PCB 402, the speaker 408, and the electrical conductor 406 can be translated together from the first position 412 to a second position 414. In this way, when the battery 404 is accessed or replaced, the PCB 402 can maintain an electrical connection with the speaker 408. This can be advantageous because the battery 404 can be replaced while, at the same time, the housing of the fixed arm 400 maintains a seamless housing 418 for aesthetics and user comfort.

[0055] Figure 4A and Figure 4B any of the features, components, and / or parts of the electronic device shown (including their arrangements and configurations) can be included in any of the other examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in the other figures, either alone or in any combination. Likewise, any of the features, components, and / or parts shown in the other figures (including their arrangements and configurations) can be included in the examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in Figure 4A and Figure 4B either alone or in any combination.

[0056] Figure 5AFIG. 1 illustrates an electronic device 100. In one example, the electronic device 100 can include a fixed arm 102. The fixed arm 102 can include a housing 104. The housing 104 can include a battery 106. The battery 106 can be housed within the housing 104. The fixed arm 102 can include a cover assembly 108. The cover assembly 108 can be attached to the housing 104. The cover assembly 108 can be removable from the housing 104. The cover assembly 108 can be attached to the housing 104 by a liquid adhesive, a heat activated adhesive, or the like. In this way, the cover assembly 108 can be removed to expose the battery 106 housed within the housing 104. This can be advantageous because a user can take the electronic device 100 to a third party professional for battery 106 replacement. Figure 5A As shown, the cover assembly 502 can be defined on an inner surface of the fixed arm 500. This can be advantageous to enable the fixed arm 500 to maintain an aesthetic on an outer surface while a user is wearing the device 100. In one example, the cover assembly 502 can be housed on an outer surface of the fixed arm 500. As shown, the cover assembly 502 can be in a first position 504. The first position 504 can be a cover assembly 502 position during normal operation of the device 100. Figure 5A As shown, the cover assembly 502 can be in a first position 504. The first position 504 can be a cover assembly 502 position during normal operation of the device 100.

[0057] Figure 5B As shown, the cover assembly 502 is removed from the fixed arm 500. In one example, the fixed arm 500 can define the cover assembly 502 that can be removed from a housing of the fixed arm 500. In at least one example, the cover assembly 502 can be attached to the fixed arm 500 by a liquid adhesive that can be reworked, a heat activated adhesive, or the like. In this way, the cover assembly 502 can be removed to a second position 506 to expose a battery 508 housed within the fixed arm 500. In one example, the battery 508 can be replaced into the housing of the fixed arm 500 and then the cover assembly 502 can be reattached to the housing of the fixed arm 500. This can be advantageous because a user can take the device 100 to a third party professional for battery 508 replacement.

[0058] In at least one example, the cover assembly 502 can include a button, tab, lever, or other actuator. In this way, the fixed arm 500 can include a sealed button release assembly. According to this example, the cover assembly 502 can be removably coupled to the housing of the fixed arm 500. For example, a user can push, slide, or otherwise actuate the button, tab, lever, or other actuator on the cover assembly 502, thereby releasing the cover from the sealed button assembly and the housing of the fixed arm 500. In this way, the cover assembly 502 can expose the battery 508 when removed from the housing of the fixed arm 500. This can be advantageous because a user can remove the cover assembly 502 and replace the battery 508 without assistance from a third party professional.

[0059] Figure 5A and Figure 5B Any of the features, components, and / or parts of the electronic device (including their arrangements and configurations) shown in FIGS. 1-8 can be included individually or in any combination in any of the other examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in the other figures. Likewise, any of the features, components, and / or parts (including their arrangements and configurations) shown in the other figures can be included individually or in any combination in the examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in FIGS. 1-8. Figure 5A andFigure 5B Examples of the devices, features, components, and parts shown.

[0060] Figure 6A A side view of a distal housing 604 connected to a fixed arm 602 is shown. In one example, a proximal housing or distal end of the fixed arm 602 can be removably coupled to the distal housing 604. As Figure 6A As shown, the distal housing 604 can define a first curvature. The distal housing 604 can be removably coupled to a distal end of the fixed arm 602. This curvature can facilitate securing the distal housing 604 behind a user’s ear when the user wears the device 100.

[0061] In one example, the distal housing 604 can define an interior volume that defines a first curvature. The interior volume of the distal housing 604 can house a number of electrical components. For example, a battery 608 can be housed within the distal housing 604. In one example, the battery 608 can be housed in the interior volume of the distal housing 604 having a curvature. In this way, the battery 608 can define a second curvature that approximates the first curvature to fit within the interior volume and be removable from the distal housing 604. This can facilitate creating a curvature in the distal housing 604 to better secure the distal housing 604 behind a user’s ear when the user wears the device 100.

[0062] In one example, the battery 608 is housed within the distal housing 604 and can be electrically coupled to electrical components housed within the fixed arm 602 via electrical conductors 606. In one example, the battery can define a bend to match a bend of the distal housing 607 to fit within the distal housing 604. As Figure 6A As shown, the distal housing 604 can include a second proximal end that is removably coupled to a first distal end of the fixed arm 602 that includes a second distal end opposite the second proximal end. In at least one example, a charging port cover 610 can be removably coupled to the second distal end 612 of the distal housing 604. The charging port cover 610 can be electrically coupled to the battery 608 in the distal housing 604. In at least one example, the charging port cover 610 defines a through hole that extends through a thickness of the distal housing 604.

[0063] Figure 6B A side view of one example of removing a battery from a distal housing 604 according to the present disclosure is shown. In at least one example, a charging port cover 610 can be removably coupled to a distal end of the distal housing 604. In one example, the distal housing 604 can define an opening 616 on the second distal end 612. As Figure 6BAs shown, the charge port cover 610 can be removed to expose the battery 608 housed within the distal housing 604. Removing the charge port cover 610 from the distal housing 604 can enable the battery 608 to translate from an opening 616 defined by the distal housing 604.

[0064] In at least one example, the battery 608 can be disconnected from the electrical conductor 606 and can be removed from the distal housing 604. As Figure 6B As shown, the replacement battery 608 can be reinstalled through the opening 616 defined in the distal housing 604. In this manner, the charge port cover 610 can be reattached to the distal end of the distal housing 604, which can enable the battery 608 to be secured into the distal housing 604 and electrically coupled with the electrical conductor 606. In one example, the charge port cover 610 can be attached to the distal housing 604 by a reworkable liquid adhesive seal, a heat activated adhesive, or the like.

[0065] Figure 6A and Figure 6B Any of the features, components, and / or parts of the electronic device shown (including their arrangements and configurations) can be included in any of the other examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in the other figures, either alone or in any combination. Likewise, any of the features, components, and / or parts shown in the other figures (including their arrangements and configurations) can be included in the examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown Figure 6A and Figure 6B in the other figures, either alone or in any combination.

[0066] Figure 7A A side view of a distal housing 704 connected to a fixed arm 702 is shown. As Figure 7A shown, the distal housing 704 can be a curved distal housing 704 that can be removably coupled to a distal end of the fixed arm 702. In one example, the distal housing 704 can include a first housing 714 and a second housing 716, where a battery 708 can be disposed in the second housing 716. In one example, the battery 708 housed within the distal housing 704 can be electrically coupled to electrical components housed within the fixed arm 702 via an electrical conductor 706. In at least one example, the battery can be fixedly coupled or fixedly attached to a charge port cover 710.

[0067] In at least one example, the distal housing 704 can also include at least one button assembly 712. The first housing of the distal housing 704 can define an opening 718 that can secure the button assembly 712. In one example, the button assembly 712 is fixedly coupled or fixedly attached to the second housing 716. As Figure 7AAs shown, the button assembly 712 can protrude through an opening 718 defined within the first housing 714 of the distal housing 704, which can secure the second housing 716 and the battery 708 during normal operation of the device 100.

[0068] Figure 7B A side view of one example of removing the battery 708 from the housing of the arm end is shown in accordance with the present disclosure. In at least one example, the button assembly 712 can be depressed to enable the second housing 716 to translate out of the distal housing 704. As shown, the battery 708 and the second housing 716 can be permanently coupled to the charging port cover 710, where the battery 708, the second housing 716, and the charging port cover 710 are removably coupled to the distal housing 704. This can be advantageous because a user can remove the battery 708 from the distal housing 704 to replace the existing battery 708 with a replacement battery 708. Figure 7B

[0069] As shown, in one example, the battery 708 can include a housing. In this way, the housing can be in the distal housing 704. In at least one example, the distal housing 704 can be removably coupled to the fixed arm 702, where the entire distal housing 704 can be replaced during battery 708 replacement. In such examples, the distal housing 704 of the fixed arm 702 can be the housing of the battery 708 itself. In this example, the battery 708 can be fixedly disposed within the distal housing 704. For example, the battery 708 can include a housing inside the distal housing 704. In this way, the charging port cover 710 can be further permanently coupled to the distal housing 704 and the battery 708. This can be advantageous because a user can replace only the distal housing 704 during battery 708 replacement. This can also simplify the manufacturing process by facilitating manufacturing the distal housing 704 as a single piece. Figure 7A

[0070] Figure 7A Any of the features, components, and / or parts of the electronic device shown (including their arrangements and configurations) can be included in any of the other examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in the other figures, either alone or in any combination. Likewise, any of the features, components, and / or parts shown in the other figures (including their arrangements and configurations) can be included in any of the examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown Figure 7B Figure 7A Figure 7B in the other figures, either alone or in any combination.

[0071] Figure 8A ​​​​One example of a connection mechanism 800 securing an arm tip 804 to a securing arm 802 according to the present disclosure is shown. In one example, the securing arm 802 can include a blind connection mechanism 800 that can removably couple the securing arm 802 to the arm tip 804. The connection mechanism 800 can include at least one biasing member 808. The biasing member 808 can be adjustably engaged with an inner surface near the first distal end. As shown, the biasing member 808 can include a helical spring or the like. Figure 8A

[0072] In one example, the arm tip 804 can include a second proximal end 806 that can be engaged with the connection mechanism 800. In one example, the second proximal end 806 can include a first edge 814 that can interact with the biasing member 808. In this way, the first edge 814 can expand the biasing member 808 when the second proximal end 806 is inserted into the connection mechanism 800. In another example, a groove 810 can be defined by the second proximal end 806 that can be engaged with the biasing member 808 of the connection mechanism 800. In this way, the biasing member 808 can be engaged with the groove 810 to secure the arm tip 804 to the securing arm 802.

[0073] Figure 8B One example of a connection mechanism 800 removing an arm tip 804 from a securing arm 802 according to the present disclosure is shown. In one example, a ramped surface 812 can be defined by at least one of the biasing member 808 or the second proximal end 806. In one example, the ramped surface 812 can expand the biasing member 808 when the second proximal end 806 is removed from the connection mechanism 800, where the arm tip 804 can be removably coupled with the securing arm 802. In this example, the second proximal end 806 can be subjected to a low insertion force and can be subjected to a relatively high extraction force. In one example, the biasing member 808 can be adjusted to increase or decrease the required insertion and extraction forces by changing the angle of the ramp, the coil size or properties, or the like. In another example, the angle of the first edge 814 and the ramped surface 812 can be adjusted to increase or decrease the required insertion and extraction forces.

[0074] Figure 8A Any of the features, components, and / or parts of the electronic device shown, including their arrangements and configurations, can be included individually or in any combination in any of the other examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in the other figures. Likewise, any of the features, components, and / or parts shown in the other figures, including their arrangements and configurations, can be included individually or in any combination in the examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in Figure 8B Figure 8A Figure 8B the other figures.​​​

[0075] Figure 9A One example of a connection mechanism to connect an arm tip to a fixed arm according to the present disclosure is shown. In one example, the fixed arm 902 can include a blind connection mechanism 900 that can removably couple the fixed arm 902 to an arm tip 904. The connection mechanism 900 can include at least one biasing member 908. The biasing member 908 can be adjustably engaged with an inner surface near a first distal end. As shown, the biasing member 908 can include a C-clip spring or the like. Figure 9A

[0076] In one example, the arm tip 904 can include a second proximal end 906 that can be engaged with the connection mechanism 900. In this way, the second proximal end 906 can include a first angled surface 914 that can be engaged with the biasing member 908. For example, the first angled surface 914 can expand the biasing member 908 when the second proximal end 906 is inserted into the connection mechanism 900. In another example, a groove 910 can be defined by the second proximal end 806 that can be engaged with the biasing member 908 of the connection mechanism 900. In this way, the biasing member 908 can be engaged with the groove 910 to secure the arm tip 904 to the fixed arm 902. In one example, the angle of the first angled surface 914 can be adjusted to increase or decrease the insertion force required to secure the arm tip 904 to the fixed arm 902. In at least one example, the biasing member 908 can be externally assembled on the second proximal end 906 or can be internally assembled within a housing of the fixed arm 902. In another example, the biasing member 908 can be adjusted to increase or decrease the insertion and extraction forces.

[0077] Figure 9B One example of a connection mechanism and removal of an arm tip from a fixed arm 902 according to the present disclosure is shown. In one example, the groove 910 can define a second angled surface 912 defined by at least one of the biasing member or the second proximal end. The second angled surface 912 can have a different angle than the first angled surface 914. This can be advantageous because the first angled surface 914 can require a smaller insertion force to secure the arm tip 904 to the fixed arm 902 than the extraction force required to remove the arm tip 904 from the fixed arm 902. For example, the second angled surface 912 can expand the biasing member 908 when the second proximal end 906 is extracted from the connection mechanism 900. In one example, the angle of the second angled surface 912 can be adjusted to change the extraction force for removing the arm tip 904 from the fixed arm 902.

[0078] Figure 9A and Figure 9B ​Any of the features, components, and / or parts of the electronic devices shown (including their arrangement and configuration) can be included individually or in any combination in any of the other examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in the other figures. Likewise, any of the features, components, and / or parts shown in the other figures (including their arrangement and configuration) can be included individually or in any combination in the examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown Figure 9A and Figure 9B the examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown.

[0079] Figure 10 One example of securing the arm tip 1004 to the securing arm 1002 is shown. In one example, the securing arm 1002 can include a first seal 1006. The first seal 1006 can be disposed between the first distal end 1012 and the second proximal end 1010. For example, the first seal 1006 can define an outer surface of the securing arm 1002. This can be advantageous because the first seal 1006 can be a decorative seal that is under compression or tension to define a continuous outer surface between the securing arm 1002 and the arm tip 1004 as the position of the arm tip 1004 changes relative to the securing arm 1002 during user adjustment and assembly. In another example, the securing arm 1002 can include a second seal 1008. The second seal 1008 can be disposed within the housing of the securing arm 1002 and between the housing of the securing arm 1002 and the housing of the arm tip 1004. In this position, the second seal 1008 can protect the internal electrical components housed in the securing arm 1002 as an environmental seal.

[0080] Figure 10 Any of the features, components, and / or parts of the electronic devices shown (including their arrangement and configuration) can be included individually or in any combination in any of the other examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown in the other figures. Likewise, any of the features, components, and / or parts shown in the other figures (including their arrangement and configuration) can be included individually or in any combination in the examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown Figure 10 the examples of devices, features, components, and parts shown.

[0081] To the extent permitted under applicable laws, the collection and use of data from various sources can be used to improve the delivery of edifying content or any other content to users that can be of interest to them. The present disclosure contemplates that in some instances, the collected data can include personal information data that uniquely identifies or can be linked to a specific individual. Such personal information data can include demographic data, location-based data, telephone numbers, email addresses, Facebook® IDs, Twitter® IDs, Instagram® IDs, LinkedIn® IDs, date of birth, or any other identifying or personal information data. ID, home address, data or records related to the user's health or health level (e.g., vital sign measurements, medication information, exercise information), date of birth, or any other identifying or personal information.

[0082] This disclosure recognizes that the use of such personal information data in the techniques of this invention can benefit users. For example, the personal information data can be used to deliver targeted content that is of interest to the user. Therefore, the use of such personal information data enables users to have planned control over the delivered content. Furthermore, this disclosure also anticipates other uses of personal information data that are beneficial to users. For example, health and fitness data can be used to provide insights into a user's overall health status or as positive feedback for individuals using technology to pursue health goals.

[0083] This disclosure anticipates that entities responsible for the collection, analysis, disclosure, transmission, storage, or other use of such personal information data will comply with robust privacy policies and / or privacy measures. Specifically, such entities should implement and maintain privacy policies and measures that are recognized as meeting or exceeding industry or governmental requirements for maintaining the privacy and security of personal information data. Such policies should be easily accessible to users and should be updated as the collection and / or use of data changes. Personal information from users should be collected for legitimate and reasonable entity purposes and should not be shared or sold outside of these legitimate purposes. Furthermore, such collection / sharing should be conducted only after receiving informed consent from users. Additionally, such entities should consider taking any necessary steps to protect and safeguard the right to access such personal information data and ensure that other entities with access to personal information data comply with the privacy policies and procedures of other entities. Furthermore, such entities may subject themselves to third-party assessments to demonstrate their compliance with widely accepted privacy policies and privacy measures. Additionally, policies and measures should be adapted to the specific types of personal information data collected and / or accessed, and to applicable laws and standards, including considerations of specific jurisdictions. For example, in the United States, the collection or acquisition of certain health data may be governed by federal and / or state laws, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); while health data in other countries may be subject to other regulations and policies and should be handled accordingly. Therefore, different privacy measures should be advocated for different types of personal data in each country.

[0084] Notwithstanding the foregoing, the present disclosure also contemplates embodiments in which users selectively block the use of, or access to, personal information data. That is, the present disclosure contemplates that hardware and / or software elements can be provided to prevent or block access to such personal information data. For example, in the case of an ad delivery service, the present technology can be configured to allow users to "opt in" or "opt out" of participation in the collection of personal information data during registration for services or anytime thereafter. In another example, users can be provided with the option to limit the length of time personal information data is maintained or to prohibit the development of a baseline emotion profile. In addition to providing the option to "opt in" and "opt out" the present disclosure contemplates providing notifications relating to the access or use of personal information. For instance, a user can be notified upon download of an application that their personal information data will be accessed and then reminded again just prior to the data being accessed.

[0085] Furthermore, it is the intent of the present disclosure that personal information data should be managed and processed at a level of granularity that minimizes unintended or unwarranted access or use of the data. Data minimization can be achieved through limiting the collection of data and deleting data once it is no longer needed. In addition, and where applicable or desirable, data de-identification can be used to protect the privacy of users. De-identification can be facilitated, when appropriate, through removal of specific identifiers (e.g., birth date or the like), controlling the amount or specificity of data stored (e.g., collecting location data at a city level rather than at an address level), controlling how data is stored (e.g., aggregating data across users), and / or other methods.

[0086] Thus, while the present disclosure broadly covers techniques using personal information data to implement various disclosed embodiments, the present disclosure also contemplates embodiments that can be implemented without the need for accessing such personal information data. That is, the various embodiments of the present technology are not rendered inoperable due to the lack of, or inaccessibility to, such personal information data. For example, content can be selected and delivered to users without access to personal information data about those users, such as by inferring preferences based on non-personal information data or a bare minimum amount of personal information, such as content requested by a device associated with a user, other non-personal information available to an ad delivery service, or publicly available information.

[0087] For purposes of explanation, specific nomenclature is used to provide a thorough understanding of the described embodiments. However, it will be apparent to one skilled in the art that specific details need not be used in order to practice the described embodiments. Thus, for purposes of illustrating and describing the present embodiments, the present description presents the foregoing description. It is not the intention to limit the embodiments to the disclosed precise configuration. It will be apparent to one skilled in the art that numerous modifications and variations can be made in view of the above teachings.

Claims

1. A wearable display device, comprising: Display frame; A fixing arm, the fixing arm including a proximal end removably coupled to the display frame and a distal end opposite the proximal end, the fixing arm defining a single seamless housing; A battery, wherein the battery is disposed within the housing; A speaker, the speaker being disposed within the housing, on the distal side of the battery; as well as A printed circuit board (PCB) coupled to the battery and electrically coupled to the speaker via an electrical conductor, the length of which is greater than the distance between the PCB and the speaker; The housing defines an opening at the proximal end of the arm, the opening being sized to allow removal of the battery and the PCB without interrupting the electrical coupling between the PCB and the speaker via the conductor.

2. The wearable display device according to claim 1, further comprising: A transparent window, which is coupled to the display frame; as well as A projector configured to guide light displayed at the transparent window.

3. The wearable display device according to claim 1, wherein the conductor comprises a flexible printed circuit.

4. The wearable display device of claim 1 further includes a curved arm end, the curved arm end being fixed to the distal end of the fixed arm.

5. The wearable display device according to claim 4, wherein: The battery is a first battery; and The wearable display device also includes a second battery disposed within the end of the curved arm.

6. The wearable display device of claim 4, wherein the end of the curved arm is removably secured to the distal end of the fixed arm.

7. A wearable electronic device, comprising: A display frame coupled to a display window; Fixed arm, the fixed arm comprising: A proximal arm, the proximal arm including a housing, the housing being pivotally coupled to the display frame at a proximal end of the housing, the housing having a distal end opposite the proximal end; and A distal arm, the distal arm being coupled to the distal end, the distal end defining an internal volume having a first curvature; A first battery, disposed within the housing and removable from the retaining arm through an opening defined at the proximal end of the housing; and A second battery is disposed within the distal arm, the second battery having a second curvature approximately similar to the first curvature to fit within the internal volume and to be removable from the fixed arm.

8. The wearable electronic device of claim 7, further comprising a charging port cover removably secured to the distal end of the distal arm.

9. The wearable electronic device of claim 7, wherein the second battery is configured to be fixedly attached to the charging port cover and removable from the distal arm.

10. The wearable electronic device of claim 7, wherein the distal arm further comprises a first housing and a second housing, wherein the second housing comprises the casing of the second battery.

11. The wearable electronic device of claim 7, wherein the distal arm is removable from the proximal arm.

12. The wearable electronic device of claim 10, wherein the second housing is removable from the distal arm.

13. A fixing arm for a wearable electronic device, the fixing arm comprising: A proximal housing having a first proximal end and a first distal end opposite to the first proximal end; A distal shell defining a first bend configured to accommodate a user's ear, the distal shell having: The second proximal end is removably coupled to the first distal end of the proximal housing; as well as The second distal end is opposite to the second proximal end; A battery disposed within the distal housing, the battery defining a second bend that approximates the first bend; as well as A charging port is located at the second distal end.

14. The fixed arm of claim 13, wherein the battery includes a housing, the housing including the distal housing.

15. The fixed arm of claim 13, wherein the charging port is removably coupled to the second distal end of the distal housing.

16. The fixed arm according to claim 13, wherein: The battery is a first battery; and The fixed arm also includes a second battery disposed within the proximal housing.

17. The retaining arm of claim 13, wherein the charging port cover defines a through-hole extending through the thickness of the distal housing.

18. The fixed arm according to claim 13, further comprising a blind connection mechanism, the blind connection mechanism comprising: A biasing member that is adjustably engaged with an inner surface at or near the first distal end; A groove defined by a second proximal end portion, the groove being configured to engage the biasing member when the second proximal end portion is inserted into the first distal end portion; as well as An inclined surface, defined by the biasing member or the second proximal end, and configured to expand the biasing member when the second proximal end is inserted into the first distal end.

19. The fixed arm according to claim 18, wherein: The inclined surface is a first inclined surface; and The groove defines a second inclined surface having an angle different from that of the first inclined surface.

20. The fixed arm according to claim 13, further comprising: A first seal is disposed between the first distal end and the second proximal end and defines the outer surface of the retaining arm; as well as A second seal is disposed within the proximal housing and between the proximal housing and the distal housing.

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