Video head-mounted device

Abstract

A video headset includes a left headset assembly, a right headset assembly, and a headband assembly having a headband frame. The headgear frame includes a left end portion movably coupled to the left headset assembly and a right end portion movably coupled to the right headset assembly. The headset device includes a video screen module connected to each headset assembly by a boom module. The video screen module includes video screens including a first video screen and a second video screen pivotably connected to the second video screen. The second video screen faces in an opposite direction to the first video screen. The headset is capable of streaming both audio and video data at the video screen module. The headset is also configured to connect with external devices and stream data from different external devices onto different video screens. The head-mounted equipment is provided with a plurality of cameras so as to realize 360-degree viewing.

Description

Cross-references to related applications

[0001] This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 63628883, filed August 31, 2023, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0002] This invention generally relates to head-mounted devices. More specifically, this invention relates to head-mounted devices for streaming audio and video data. Background Technology

[0003] Head-mounted devices are used in a variety of applications, such as telephone communication, artistic performances, and dictation. They allow users to speak into an input device (such as a microphone) or listen to the speaker's audio output without having to hold the device (such as a mobile phone). Head-mounted devices can also provide high-quality sound and intelligent features such as noise cancellation. Furthermore, some head-mounted devices include adjustable headbands designed to fit a wide range of head sizes and provide user comfort.

[0004] Some head-mounted devices include buttons that allow users to perform call-related functions on their mobile phones without having to handle the phone. For example, head-mounted devices may include volume control buttons and call answer / end buttons. Some head-mounted devices have a boom-like structure, most commonly attached to the head-mounted device from the ear side. Embedded at the end of a typical boom is a microphone designed to better capture the user's audio or speech when they speak.

[0005] However, traditional head-mounted displays are primarily designed to provide audio functionality, such as listening to music and making phone calls. Furthermore, the lack of integrated visual capabilities forces users to rely on separate devices (such as smartphones or tablets) to access visual content for applications like video, notifications, or augmented reality (AR). This separation of audio and visual experiences can be cumbersome and inefficient, especially when seamless, hands-free access to both audio and visual features is required.

[0006] Therefore, there is a need for a head-mounted device that can stream both audio and video data and allow users to access and interact with multimedia content without using multiple devices or switching between them. Summary of the Invention

[0007] This invention discloses a video headset for streaming audio and video data. The headset includes a left earphone assembly, a right earphone assembly, and a headband assembly with a headband frame. The headband frame is adapted to be worn on the head. Furthermore, the headband frame includes at least one external speaker. The external speaker allows sound to be projected into the surrounding environment. Additionally, the headband frame includes a left end portion movably coupled to the left earphone assembly and a right end portion movably coupled to the right earphone assembly. Moreover, the left and right earphone assemblies are adapted to fit the user's left and right ears, respectively.

[0008] Furthermore, each headphone assembly includes a video screen module and a boom module configured to connect to the corresponding headphone assembly. Additionally, each headphone assembly includes a housing containing at least one internal speaker. This housing includes a portion of its surface that serves as cursor control to manipulate video and audio data displayed on the video screen from a paired external device. Each video screen module includes at least two video screens, comprising a first video screen and a second video screen pivotally connected to a second video screen. The second video screen faces the opposite direction to the first video screen.

[0009] The boom module connects the video screen module to the corresponding headphone assembly. The boom module includes a boom arm having a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion is configured to support the video screen module relative to the user's field of vision, and the second end portion is coupled to the corresponding headphone assembly via an adjustable mounting member. The boom module enables the video screen module to be positioned at a user-selected location. Furthermore, the boom module includes a channel connected to a corresponding housing and a boom extending from the housing and configured to move between an extended state and a retracted state.

[0010] The head-mounted device also includes a communication module configured to connect to one or more external devices. The head-mounted device also includes a control module that communicates with the communication module and the video screen module. The control module is capable of streaming audio and video data to the video screen module. The head-mounted device also includes a block disposed at the top of the head-mounted device frame. Furthermore, this block includes a top side, a front side, and a rear side opposite the front side.

[0011] The head-mounted device also includes a camera module that communicates with the control module. The camera module includes one or more cameras. Furthermore, at least one camera is positioned on the top-facing side of the block, at least one camera is positioned on the rear side of the block for the user's view of the rear, and at least one camera is positioned on the front side of the block for the user's view of the front. Additionally, at least one camera is integrated with at least one video screen, at least one camera is positioned on the left side of the head-mounted device frame for the user's view of the left side, at least one camera is positioned on the right side of the head-mounted device frame for the user's view of the right side, and at least one camera is positioned at the second end portion of the boom arm. Furthermore, the cameras are bidirectional cameras configured to enable bidirectional video and audio communication. Additionally, the camera module includes one or more adjustable cameras to adjust the settings and angles of the adjustable cameras.

[0012] The head-mounted device also includes a flash module that communicates with the control module. The flash module includes one or more light sources. Furthermore, at least one light source is located on the front side of the block and at least one light source is located on the rear side of the block.

[0013] The head-mounted device also includes a speaker module that communicates with the control module. The speaker module includes one or more internal speakers, one or more external speakers, and one or more mini subwoofers. Furthermore, the internal speakers are configured to deliver sound directly to the user's ears, and the external speakers are configured to project sound into the surrounding environment.

[0014] The head-mounted device also includes a motion detector module that communicates with the control module. The motion detector module includes one or more motion sensors. Furthermore, at least one first motion sensor is disposed at the second end portion of the boom arm, and at least one second motion sensor is disposed on the head-mounted device frame. The first motion sensor is capable of tracking hand movements to control the video screen and can utilize hand gestures to control the video screen. Additionally, the second motion sensor is capable of detecting the presence of people near the user.

[0015] The head-mounted device also includes a microphone module that communicates with the control module. The microphone module includes one or more microphones. In addition, at least one microphone is located at the frame of the head-mounted device and at least one microphone is located at the second end portion of the boom arm.

[0016] The control module is configured to connect to at least one external device and stream audio and video data from the external device to the video screen modules of the left and right earpiece assemblies. Furthermore, the control module is configured to connect to at least two external devices and display the video and audio data of each device in each of the right and left video screen modules. The control module is capable of controlling the headset using one or more pre-programmed voice commands and can automatically accept calls using pre-programmed voice commands. Additionally, the control module is configured to detect when a user is wearing the headset and stream audio and video data using the internal speaker. Furthermore, the control module is configured to detect when a user is not wearing the headset and stream audio and video data using an external speaker. The control module is also configured to detect when a user is wearing the headset and automatically use the internal speaker for communication. Furthermore, the headset is configured to operate as either an analog audio headset or a digital headset.

[0017] The head-mounted device also includes a power module that communicates with the control module. The power module includes one or more rechargeable batteries and a removable solar module. The rechargeable batteries are configured to power the head-mounted device, and the solar module is configured to power at least one head-mounted device and the rechargeable batteries. The head-mounted device also includes a built-in frequency modulation (FM) and amplitude modulation (AM) based block housed in a radio module and communicating with the control module. The head-mounted device also includes at least one slot communicating with the control module, which enables the insertion of a memory card for streaming audio or video data through the head-mounted device.

[0018] The head-mounted device also includes one or more ports for communicating with the control module. These ports include at least one analog input port and a Universal Serial Bus (USB) port. The analog input port allows for wired connections to one or more external devices. The USB port establishes wired connections to one or more external devices and can power a rechargeable battery. The USB port can also provide digital data, including audio, video, and other data, from a computer or electronic device.

[0019] The head-mounted device includes one or more buttons that communicate with the control module. Furthermore, the control module includes one or more radio control buttons, including a radio frequency search button, a preset button for accessing stored radio stations, and a volume control button. The control module also includes an on button for turning on the head-mounted device and an off button for turning off the head-mounted device. Additionally, the control module includes buttons for switching between external and internal speakers and for simultaneously enabling both external and internal speakers at their respective volumes, as well as audio frequency control that can be adjusted by the user.

[0020] The head-mounted device also includes removable video screen modules attached to the right and left boom arms. Similarly, the flash and camera modules mounted on the top side of the headband are removable. The solar modules mounted on the left and right sides of the headband are also removable.

[0021] The headset includes a separate USB port to enable connectivity to third-party add-ons, allowing it to work with all the features of the headset.

[0022] The headset is also configured to connect to external devices and, via various wireless technologies and a Global Positioning System (GPS) module for user tracking, stream data from different external devices to different video screens. The headset can be used as an analog or digital headset with wired or wireless capabilities. Third-party augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) add-ons can be directly attached via a dedicated USB port. The headset features programmable voice command technology to operate core features based on whether the user is wearing the device or near their ears or head, and to automatically switch audio from internal speakers to external speakers.

[0023] The above summary contains simplifications, generalizations, and omissions of detail, and is not intended as a comprehensive description of the claimed subject matter. Rather, it is intended to provide a brief overview of some of the functions relevant thereto. Other systems, methods, functions, features, and advantages of the claimed subject matter will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon review of the following figures and detailed written description. Attached Figure Description

[0024] The description of exemplary embodiments can be read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It will be understood that, for simplicity and clarity of illustration, the elements shown in the figures are not necessarily drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some elements may be enlarged relative to other elements. With respect to the accompanying drawings presented herein, embodiments incorporating the teachings of this disclosure are shown and described, wherein: Figure 1 An exemplary video headset for streaming audio and video data, worn by a user, is shown according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 2 An exemplary front view of a head-mounted device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0026] Figure 3 An exemplary rear view of a head-mounted device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0027] Figure 4 An exemplary illustration shows the boom arm of a head-mounted device in a retracted state according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] Figure 5 An exemplary illustration shows the extended arm of a head-mounted device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 6 An exemplary illustration shows the boom arm of a head-mounted device in a retracted state according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 7 An exemplary illustration shows the extended arm of a head-mounted device according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 8 A perspective view of a head-mounted device having an upwardly positioned video screen module according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown as an example.

[0032] Figure 9 An exemplary unfolded view of a head-mounted device and a removable solar panel module according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0033] Figure 10 An illustrative view of a head-mounted device and a block including a camera and a light source, according to an embodiment of the present invention, is shown.

[0034] Figure 11 An illustrative perspective view of a head-mounted device connected to an external device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0035] Figure 12 An exemplary view of a head-mounted device and removable right and left video screen modules according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown in unfolded.

[0036] Figure 13 An illustrative perspective view of a head-mounted device having augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) types of devices according to an embodiment of the present invention, and a headband frame with a removable flash and camera module mounted on the top portion, is shown.

[0037] Figure 14 A perspective view of a head-mounted device having control buttons on the left and right boom modules is shown as an example according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] Figure 15 An illustrative perspective view of a head-mounted device connected to a smartphone via a data cable according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0039] Figure 16 An illustrative perspective view of a head-mounted device connected to multiple external devices via wired and wireless technologies according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0040] Figure 17An exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown, which is connected to an external device and has a storage slot for the head-mounted device with a memory card. Detailed Implementation

[0041] Embodiments of the invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. It is contemplated that the invention may be implemented in other forms without departing from its spirit and essential characteristics. The described embodiments are to be considered in various respects only and are not limiting.

[0042] refer to Figures 1 to 17 A video headset or headset 100 for streaming audio and video data includes a left earphone assembly 102, a right earphone assembly 104, and a headband assembly 106. The headband assembly 106 also includes a headband frame 122. The headband frame 122 is adapted for wearing by a user. The headband frame 122 includes one or more external speakers. The external speakers are configured to project sound into the surrounding environment. Furthermore, the headband frame 122 includes a left end portion and a right end portion opposite the left end portion. The left end portion is movably coupled to the left earphone assembly 102, and the right end portion is movably coupled to the right earphone assembly 104. The left and right earphone assemblies (102, 104) are adapted to fit the user's left and right ears, respectively. The left earphone assembly 102 and the right earphone assembly 104 are generally referred to herein as earphone assemblies (102, 104).

[0043] Furthermore, each headphone assembly (102, 104) includes an ear pad 108, and the housing 110 includes one or more internal speakers. In one embodiment, the external and internal speakers include over-ear speakers. The internal speakers are configured to deliver sound directly to the user's ears. The housing 110 includes a proximal side and a distal side opposite the proximal side. Furthermore, an ear pad 108 is provided on the proximal side of the housing 110. Additionally, the ear pad 108 is configured to provide comfort to the user's ears. The ear pad 108 is also configured to ensure a seal around the user's ears and maintain the integrity of the sound produced by the internal speakers. Furthermore, a portion of the distal side of the housing 110 of each headphone assembly (102, 104) is configured to serve as a mouse cursor control to manipulate video and audio data of the head-mounted device 100.

[0044] The head-mounted device 100 also includes a video screen module and a control module in communication with the video screen module. The video screen module includes at least two video screens (112A, 112B), including a first video screen 112A and a second video screen 112B pivotally connected to the first video screen 112A. The first video screen 112A and the second video screen 112B are generally referred to herein as video screens (112A, 112B). Furthermore, the second video screen 112B faces the opposite direction to the first video screen 112A. In one embodiment, the first video screen 112A and the second video screen 112B support touch functionality. The first video screen 112A faces the user, and the second video screen 112B faces a third party opposite the user. Additionally, a portion of the distal side of the housing 100 is configured to function as a mouse cursor control to manipulate video and audio data from a paired external device 134 displayed at the video screen module. Furthermore, the head-mounted device 100 is configured to operate as an analog audio head-mounted device or a digital head-mounted device.

[0045] The head-mounted device 100 also includes a boom module that communicates with a control module. The boom module includes a boom arm 114 having a first end portion and a second end portion opposite the first end portion. The first end portion is configured to support the video screen module with respect to the user's field of vision. Furthermore, the second end portion is coupled to corresponding headphone assemblies (102, 104) via adjustable mounting members. The boom module includes a channel 116 connecting to a corresponding housing 110 of the headphone assemblies (102, 104). The boom arm 114 extends from the housing 110 and is configured to move between an extended state and a retracted state. Furthermore, the boom module enables the video screen module to be positioned at a location selected by the user. Additionally, the head-mounted device 100 includes a strap 138. The strap 138 ensures that the head-mounted device 100 is connected to the user's head.

[0046] In one embodiment, the left earphone assembly 102 includes a left detachable video screen module attached to a retractable left boom module. In one embodiment, the right earphone assembly 104 includes a right detachable video screen module attached to a retractable right boom module. The left video screen module includes at least two left video screens, and the right video screen module includes at least two right video screens. The left and right video screens are embedded with bidirectional cameras configured to perform bidirectional video and audio communication. The two left video screens include a first left video screen (also referred to as first video screen 112A) and a second left video screen (also referred to as second video screen 112B) connected to the first left video screen via an adjustable rotation type mechanism. The first left video screen faces the user, and the second left video screen faces away from the user's face. The two right video screens include a first right video screen (also referred to as first video screen 112A) and a second right video screen (also referred to as second video screen 112B) connected to the first right video screen via an adjustable rotation type mechanism. The first right video screen faces the user, and the second right video screen faces away from the user's face.

[0047] The head-mounted device 100 for streaming audio and video data also includes a communication module connected to the control module. The communication module is configured to connect to one or more external devices 134. Furthermore, the control module communicates with the communication module and the video screen module so that audio and video data can be streamed to the video screen module.

[0048] refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 6 , Figure 8 , Figure 9 , Figure 10 , Figure 12 , Figure 13 , Figure 16 and Figure 17 The head-mounted device 100 for streaming audio and video data also includes a block 120 and a camera module in communication with a control module. The block 120 is disposed on the top portion of the headband frame 122. Furthermore, the block 120 includes a top side, a front side, and a rear side opposite the front side. The block 120 is removably attached to the headband frame 122.

[0049] refer to Figures 1 to 17 The camera module communicates with the control module. The control module includes one or more cameras 124. (See reference) Figure 1 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Figure 8 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 At least one camera 124 is positioned on the top side of block 120, facing upwards to capture the area above the user. (Reference) Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 6 , Figure 8 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 At least one camera 124 is disposed on the rear side of block 120, and at least one camera 124 is disposed on the front side of block 120. The cameras 124 disposed on the front and rear sides of block 120 provide coverage of the user's front and rear environments.

[0050] refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 , Figure 9 , Figure 10 , Figure 12 and Figure 13 At least one camera 124 is integrated within at least one video screen (112A, 112B). Furthermore, at least one camera 124 is located on the left side of the head-mounted device frame 122 and at least one camera 124 is located on the right side of the head-mounted device frame 122. (See reference) Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 , Figure 9 , Figure 10 and Figure 11 Cameras 124 positioned on the left and right sides of the head-mounted device frame 122 provide coverage of the user's left and right environments. In one embodiment, the cameras 124 are bidirectional cameras configured to enable bidirectional video and audio communication. In one embodiment, at least one camera 124 is embedded in a first right video screen configured to record selfie videos, and at least one camera 124 is embedded in a second right video screen configured to capture the environment relative to the user. Furthermore, at least one camera 124 is embedded in a first left video screen configured to record selfie videos, and at least one camera 124 is embedded in a second left video screen configured to capture the environment relative to the user.

[0051] Furthermore, camera 124 is configured to capture a full 360-degree view from the user's perspective and the environment of a third party near the user. In one embodiment, camera 124 is an adjustable camera, allowing the user to adjust its settings and angle. Additionally, at least one camera 124 is disposed at a second end portion of the boom arm 114. In one embodiment, the second end portion includes at least one camera 124 disposed on at least one first video screen 112A facing the user and at least one camera 124 disposed on at least one second video screen 112B facing the environment opposite the user. The user-facing camera 124 allows for self-recorded video conferencing.

[0052] refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 6 , Figure 8 , Figure 9 , Figure 10 , Figure 12 , Figure 13 , Figure 16 and Figure 17 The head-mounted device 100 for streaming audio and video data also includes a flash module that communicates with a control module. The flash module includes one or more light sources 126. Furthermore, at least one light source 126 is located on the front side of block 120 and at least one light source 126 is located on the rear side of block 120. The flash illuminates the environment in front of and behind the user. The head-mounted device 100 also includes a motion detector module that communicates with the control module. The motion detector module includes one or more motion sensors. Furthermore, at least one first motion sensor is located at the second end portion of the boom arm 114 and at least one second motion sensor is located at the head-mounted device frame 122. In one embodiment, the second motion sensor is located at block 120. The first motion sensor is capable of tracking hand movements to control video screens (112A, 112B). The first motion sensor is also capable of using gestures to control the video screens (112A, 112B). Furthermore, the second motion sensor is capable of detecting the presence of people near the user.

[0053] The head-mounted device 100 for streaming audio and video data also includes a speaker module that communicates with a control module. The speaker module includes one or more internal speakers, one or more external speakers, and one or more mini subwoofers. The internal speakers are located on the housing 110 of the respective headphone assemblies (102, 104). Additionally, the external speakers are located on the headband frame 122 of the head-mounted device 100. Furthermore, the mini subwoofers are mounted on the headband frame 122 to amplify the low frequencies of the audio output.

[0054] The head-mounted device 100 also includes a microphone module that communicates with the control module. The microphone module includes one or more microphones. In addition, at least one microphone is disposed at the head-mounted frame 122, and at least one microphone is disposed at the second end portion of the boom arm 114.

[0055] The control module is configured to connect to at least one external device 134 and stream audio and video data of the external device 134 onto the video screen modules of the left and right earpiece assemblies (102, 104). Furthermore, the control module is configured to connect to at least two external devices 134 and display the video and audio data of each external device 134 onto each of the left and right video modules, respectively. Additionally, the control module is capable of accepting, rejecting, or ending incoming calls using pre-programmed commands. The control module is also configured to detect when a user is wearing the headset 100 and to stream audio and video data using an internal speaker. Furthermore, the control module is configured to detect when the headset 100 is not on the user's head and to stream audio and video data using an external speaker. Additionally, the control module is configured to automatically enable communication by detecting when a user is wearing the headset 100 and using an internal speaker.

[0056] The control module can control the headset 100 using one or more pre-programmed voice commands. For example, the voice command "Hello" can use the headset 100 to automatically accept calls. The voice command "Hang up" can use the headset 100 to automatically end calls. Furthermore, the voice command "Switch to hands-free" can redirect audio to the headset 100's external speaker. Additionally, the voice command "Switch to headset" can redirect audio to the headset 100's internal speaker.

[0057] The head-mounted device 100 for streaming audio and video data also includes a power module. The power module, which communicates with the control module, includes one or more rechargeable batteries 140 and a solar power module. The solar power module is detachably attached to the head-mounted device 100. (Reference) Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 8 , Figure 9 , Figure 10 , Figure 13 and 16 The rechargeable battery 140 is located within the inner surface portion of the headband frame 122. In one embodiment, the head-mounted device 100 includes left and right removable and rechargeable batteries 140. Furthermore, the left and right removable and rechargeable batteries 140 are respectively disposed inside the headband frame 122 below the left and right ears. The rechargeable battery 140 is configured to power the head-mounted device 100. Additionally, the rechargeable battery 140 can be recharged via a USB port 130 using alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC) power.

[0058] In addition, the solar power module includes one or more solar panels 136. The solar panel module 136 is disposed on the outer surface of the headband frame 122. Furthermore, the solar panel module 136 is configured to power the head-mounted device 100 and the rechargeable battery 140. The solar panel module 136 automatically powers the head-mounted device 100 and the rechargeable battery 140 when the head-mounted device 100 is not being charged via AC or DC power. The solar panel module 136 is activated to provide power when it detects solar energy or a light source. Furthermore, the head-mounted device 100 includes a built-in frequency modulation (FM) and amplitude modulation (AM) based block in a radio module that communicates with the control module.

[0059] The head-mounted device 100 for streaming audio and video data also includes one or more ports (128, 130) for communicating with the control module. The ports (128, 130) include one or more analog input ports 128 and one or more USB ports 130. (Reference) Figure 11 The analog input port 128 is located on a portion of an adjustable mounting member on the distal side of the housing 110. The analog input port 128 allows for a wired connection to one or more external devices 134. (See reference...) Figures 2 to 17 A USB port 130 is located on the headband frame 122 of the head-mounted device 100. At least one USB port 130 allows power to be supplied to the rechargeable battery 140. At least one USB port 130 establishes a wired connection with one or more external devices 134 and allows the transmission of audio, video, and data via a USB cable. In one embodiment, the head-mounted device 100 is wirelessly connected to the external device 134 via Bluetooth and other wireless circuits. It also features GPS and Wi-Fi capabilities to allow user tracking and other related functions. In one embodiment, the head-mounted device 100 can be connected to the external device 134 via a wired connection. The head-mounted device 100 has remotely updatable software to control its features.

[0060] The head-mounted device 100 for streaming audio and video data also includes one or more control buttons 132. The control buttons 132 communicate with a control module. The control module also includes one or more radio control buttons, an on button, and a off button. The radio control buttons include a radio frequency search button, a preset button for accessing stored radio stations, and a volume control button. The radio control buttons enable listening to frequency modulation (FM), amplitude modulation (AM), or weather band radio. Furthermore, the on button allows the user to turn on the head-mounted device 100, and the off button allows the user to turn off the head-mounted device 100.

[0061] The control button 132 also includes at least one button to switch between external and internal speakers and to enable both external and internal speakers. In one embodiment, the button for switching between external and internal speakers may be a toggle switch. Furthermore, the head-mounted device 100 includes at least one button to enable the mini-bass amplifier subwoofer of the head-mounted device 100. Additionally, one or more buttons 132 are located on the user-facing front side of the boom module to operate the camera 124 and commonly used functions of the head-mounted device 100. Furthermore, the head-mounted device 100 includes at least one button to provide an area for storing remote controls of the head-mounted device 100. The head-mounted device 100 includes a remote control area in which rechargeable remote controls can be stored. The remote control unit itself can be removed from its storage area and can be used to operate the functions of the head-mounted device 100.

[0062] In one embodiment, the video screens (112A, 112B) attached to the right earphone assembly 104 and the left earphone assembly 102 enable the display of different programs by independently connecting to different external devices 134. In another embodiment, the video screens (112A, 112B) attached to the right earphone assembly 104 and the left earphone assembly 102 enable the display of two different programs by simultaneously connecting to two different external devices 134. In one embodiment, the video screen (112A, 112B) connected to the right earphone assembly 104 can display video and audio from a memory card, while the video screen (112A, 112B) connected to the left earphone assembly 102 displays video and audio from an external device 134 or from all the cameras 124 embedded in the head-mounted device 100 from a single perspective, and vice versa.

[0063] In one embodiment, the video screens (112A, 112B) are removable from the boom module. In another embodiment, the video screens (112A, 112B) are removable video screens (112A, 112B) that are touchable on each side. In yet another embodiment, block 120, including a flash and camera assembly or module, is also removable from the head-mounted device frame 122. Solar panel 136 is also removable from the head-mounted device frame 122.

[0064] In one embodiment, the head-mounted device 100 has an additional USB port 130 for connecting to third-party devices or external devices 134 to enable AR, VR, and MR type functions.

[0065] refer to Figure 16 and Figure 17 The head-mounted device 100 also has a slot 142 for inserting storage or a memory card. The memory card can be used to view or record the audio and video content captured by the camera 124, and further edited by corresponding control buttons 132.

[0066] In one embodiment, the head-mounted device 100 has retractable right and left boom arms 114, on which are forward-facing control buttons 132 facing inward toward the user to operate all cameras 124 and other most needed functions of the head-mounted device 100.

[0067] In one embodiment, the headband frame 122 includes a separate mini-bass amplifier / subwoofer and at least one control button 132 to control the mini-bass amplifier / subwoofer located on the headband frame 122. The headband 100 also includes at least one removable and rechargeable battery 140 disposed under a surface on one side of the headband frame 122 and another battery 140 disposed under a surface on the opposite side of the headband frame 122. The headband 100 also includes a GPS module that communicates with the control module to remotely track the user wearing the headband 100.

[0068] While this disclosure has been described with reference to exemplary embodiments, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes can be made without departing from the scope of this disclosure, and equivalents can be substituted by elements therein. Furthermore, many modifications can be made to adapt a particular system, apparatus, or component to the teachings of this disclosure without departing from its essential scope. Therefore, it is intended that this disclosure be limited to the specific embodiments disclosed for implementing this disclosure, but rather that this disclosure will include all embodiments falling within the scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, the use of the terms “first,” “second,” etc., does not imply any order or importance. Rather, the terms “first,” “second,” etc., are used to distinguish one element from another.

[0069] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit this disclosure. As used herein, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” are also used to include the plural forms. It will be further understood that when the terms “comprising” and / or “including” are used in the specification, they refer to the presence of the stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0070] The specification of this disclosure has been presented for purposes of illustration and description, but is not intended to be exhaustive or limiting of the disclosure in the form disclosed. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of this disclosure. The described embodiments were chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of this disclosure and its practical application, and to enable others of ordinary skill in the art to understand the invention for use in various embodiments with various variations suitable for the particular intended use. Claims (as amended under Article 19 of the Treaty) 1. A head-mounted device for streaming audio and video data, comprising: Left earphone assembly; Right earphone assembly; A headband assembly having a headband frame, wherein the headband frame includes a left end portion movably coupled to the left earphone assembly and a right end portion movably coupled to the right earphone assembly. At least one of the headphone components includes: A detachable video screen module includes at least two video screens, each comprising a first video screen and a second video screen pivotally connected to a second video screen, wherein the second video screen faces the opposite direction to the first video screen. A retractable boom module is configured to connect the video screen module to a corresponding headphone assembly, wherein the boom module includes a boom arm having a first end portion configured to support the video screen module with respect to the user's field of vision and a second end portion coupled to the corresponding headphone assembly via an adjustable mounting member, wherein the boom module is capable of positioning the video screen module at the position selected by the user; The communication module is configured to connect to one or more external devices, and The control module communicates with the communication module and the video screen module to enable streaming of audio and video data in the video screen module. 2. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the headband frame is adapted to be worn on the head, and the left earphone assembly and the right earphone assembly are adapted to fit the user's left ear and right ear, respectively. 3. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 1, configured to operate as an analog audio head-mounted device or a digital head-mounted device. 4. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 1, further comprising: A block disposed at the top of the head-mounted device frame, wherein the block includes a top side, a front side, and a rear side opposite to the front side; A movable camera module, communicating with the control module and including one or more cameras, wherein the camera module is configured to capture the user's front, rear, and upward environment, wherein at least one camera is located on the top upward side of the block, at least one camera is located on the rear side of the block for capturing the rear side, and at least one camera is located on the front side of the block for capturing the user's frontal view, at least one camera integrated with at least one video screen, at least one camera is located on the left side of the head-mounted device frame to capture the user's left-side view, at least one camera is located on the right side of the head-mounted device frame to capture the user's right-side view, and at least one camera is located at the second end portion of the boom arm, wherein the camera is a bidirectional camera configured to enable bidirectional video and audio communication; A removable flash module, communicating with the control module and including one or more light sources, wherein at least one light source is disposed on the front side of the block and at least one light source is disposed on the rear side of the block, and A speaker module, communicating with the control module, includes one or more internal speakers, one or more external speakers, and one or more mini subwoofers, wherein the internal speakers are configured to deliver sound directly to the user's ears and the external speakers are configured to project sound into the surrounding environment. 5. The video head-mounted device of claim 4, wherein the camera module includes one or more adjustable cameras to adjust the settings and angles of the adjustable cameras. 6. The video head-mounted device of claim 1 further includes a motion detector module, the motion detector module communicating with the control module and including one or more motion sensors, wherein at least one first motion sensor is disposed at the second end portion of the boom arm and at least one second motion sensor is disposed at the head-mounted device frame, wherein the first motion sensor is capable of tracking hand movements to control the video screen and is capable of using hand gestures to control the content displayed on the video screen, and wherein the second motion sensor is capable of detecting the presence of people near the user. 7. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, further comprising a microphone module, the microphone module communicating with the control module and including one or more microphones, wherein at least one microphone is disposed at the head-mounted device frame and at least one microphone is disposed at the second end portion of the boom arm. 8. The video headset of claim 4, wherein the control module is configured to connect to at least one external device via Bluetooth or wireless technology and stream audio and video data of the external device to the video screen module of the left and right earpieces. 9. The video head-mounted device of claim 4, wherein the control module is configured to connect to at least two external devices and display video and audio data of each device in each of the right and left video screen modules, respectively. 10. The video head-mounted device of claim 4, wherein the control module is capable of controlling the head-mounted device using one or more pre-programmed voice commands that enable automatic acceptance, rejection, or termination of incoming calls. 11. The video head-mounted device of claim 4, wherein the control module is configured to detect that the user is wearing the head-mounted device and to stream audio and video data using an internal speaker. 12. The video head-mounted device of claim 4, wherein the control module is configured to detect that no head-mounted device is on the user's head and to stream audio and video data using an external speaker. 13. The video head-mounted device of claim 4, wherein the control module is configured to detect that the user is wearing the head-mounted device and to automatically communicate using the internal speaker. 14. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, further comprising: A power module, communicating with the control module, includes one or more removable and rechargeable batteries and a removable solar module, wherein the one or more removable and rechargeable batteries are configured to power the head-mounted device, and the removable solar module is configured to power at least one head-mounted device and the rechargeable batteries. A built-in block based on frequency and amplitude modulation is placed in the radio module and communicates with the control module; At least one slot, communicating with the control module and for inserting a memory card to operate, record, and perform other functions on the head-mounted device by streaming audio or video data through the head-mounted device with dedicated control. A remote control area is configured to store rechargeable remote controls, wherein the remote controls are capable of operating one or more features of the head-mounted device, and A Global Positioning System (GPS) module communicates with the control module to remotely track users wearing the head-mounted device. 15. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, further comprising one or more ports communicating with the control module, wherein the ports include at least one analog input port for establishing a wired connection with one or more external devices, and the ports further include a Universal Serial Bus (USB) port for establishing a wired connection with one or more external devices and capable of powering the rechargeable battery and or providing video, audio or data to the head-mounted device. 16. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, wherein each headphone assembly includes a housing containing at least one internal speaker, and wherein the headband frame includes at least one external speaker and a separate mini-bass amplifier subwoofer. 17. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, wherein the boom module includes at least one channel connected to a respective housing and the boom arm extending from the housing and configured to move between an extended state and a retracted state. 18. The video headset of claim 1, wherein the housing includes a portion of a surface configured to function as mouse cursor control to manipulate the video and audio data displayed at the video screen module from a paired external device. 19. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, further comprising one or more control buttons communicating with the control module, wherein the control buttons include: One or more radio control buttons, including a radio frequency search button, a preset button for accessing stored radio stations, and a volume control button; Turn on the power button of the head-mounted device; Turn off the power button on the head-mounted device; A button to adjust the high frequency of the audio; A button to adjust the bass frequency of the audio; At least one single button for switching between external and internal speakers and for enabling both external and internal speakers, as well as another mode, to set it to audio selection mode; One or more control buttons are located on the front side of the boom module facing the user to operate the camera and frequently used functions of the head-mounted device, and At least one button for controlling the mini subwoofer located on the headband frame. 20. The video headset of claim 1, wherein the left earphone assembly includes a left detachable video screen module attached to a retractable left boom module, and wherein the right earphone assembly includes a right detachable video screen module attached to a retractable right boom module, wherein the left video screen module includes at least two left video screens, and wherein the right video screen module includes at least two right video screens, wherein the left and right video screens are embedded with bidirectional cameras configured to enable bidirectional video and audio communication, and wherein the video screens are touchable and removable. 21. The video head-mounted device of claim 20, wherein the two left video screens include a first left video screen and a second left video screen connected to the first left video screen via an adjustable rotation type mechanism, wherein the first left video screen faces the user and the second left video screen faces away from the user's face. 22. The video head-mounted device of claim 20, wherein the two right video screens include a first right video screen and a second right video screen connected to the first right video screen via an adjustable rotation type mechanism, wherein the first right video screen faces the user and the second right video screen faces away from the user's face. 23. The video head-mounted device of claim 22, wherein the at least one camera is embedded in the first right video screen and configured to take a selfie video, and the at least one camera is embedded in the second right video screen and configured to capture the environment relative to the user. 24. The video head-mounted device of claim 21, wherein the at least one camera is embedded in the first left video screen and configured to take a selfie video, and the at least one camera is embedded in the second left video screen and configured to capture the environment relative to the user. 25. The video head-mounted device of claim 1 further includes a Universal Serial Bus (USB) port for connecting to a third-party device to enable augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) types of functionality. 26. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, further comprising at least one removable and rechargeable battery disposed under a surface on one side of the headband frame and another battery disposed under a surface on the opposite side of the headband frame. 27. The video head-mounted device of claim 21, further comprising, from time to time, control by suitable firmware and software that can be remotely updated as needed. 28. A video headset for streaming audio and video data, comprising: At least one headphone component, and A headband assembly having a headband frame, wherein the headband frame includes at least one end portion movably coupled to the at least one earphone assembly. Wherein, the at least one earphone component includes: A detachable video screen module including at least one video screen, and A retractable boom module is configured to connect the video screen module to the at least one headphone assembly, wherein the at least one video screen is detachably or non-detachably and pivotally connected to the boom module having a built-in microphone, wherein the boom module includes a boom arm, the boom arm including a first end portion configured to support the video screen module with respect to a user's field of vision and a second end portion coupled to the at least one headphone assembly by an adjustable mounting member, wherein the boom module is capable of positioning the video screen module at a position selected by the user. The communication module is configured to connect to one or more external devices, and The control module communicates with the communication module and the video screen module and is capable of streaming audio and video data in the video screen module.

Claims

1. A head-mounted device for streaming audio and video data, comprising: Left earphone assembly; Right earphone assembly; A headband assembly having a headband frame, wherein the headband frame includes a left end portion movably coupled to the left earphone assembly and a right end portion movably coupled to the right earphone assembly. At least one of the headphone components includes: A detachable video screen module includes at least two video screens, each comprising a first video screen and a second video screen pivotally connected to a second video screen, wherein the second video screen faces the opposite direction to the first video screen. A retractable boom module is configured to connect the video screen module to a corresponding headphone assembly, wherein the boom module includes a boom arm having a first end portion configured to support the video screen module with respect to the user's field of vision and a second end portion coupled to the corresponding headphone assembly via an adjustable mounting member, wherein the boom module is capable of positioning the video screen module at the position selected by the user; The communication module is configured to connect to one or more external devices, and The control module communicates with the communication module and the video screen module to enable streaming of audio and video data in the video screen module.

2. The video head-mounted device as described in claim 1, wherein, The headband frame is adapted to be worn on the head, and the left and right earphone components are adapted to fit the user's left and right ears, respectively.

3. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 1, configured to operate as an analog audio head-mounted device or a digital head-mounted device.

4. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 1, further comprising: A block disposed at the top of the head-mounted device frame, wherein the block includes a top side, a front side, and a rear side opposite to the front side; A movable camera module, communicating with the control module and including one or more cameras, wherein the camera module is configured to capture the user's front, rear, and upward environment, wherein at least one camera is located on the top upward side of the block, at least one camera is located on the rear side of the block for capturing the rear side, and at least one camera is located on the front side of the block for capturing the user's frontal view, at least one camera integrated with at least one video screen, at least one camera is located on the left side of the head-mounted device frame to capture the user's left-side view, at least one camera is located on the right side of the head-mounted device frame to capture the user's right-side view, and at least one camera is located at the second end portion of the boom arm, wherein the camera is a bidirectional camera configured to enable bidirectional video and audio communication; A removable flash module, communicating with the control module and including one or more light sources, wherein at least one light source is disposed on the front side of the block and at least one light source is disposed on the rear side of the block, and A speaker module, communicating with the control module, includes one or more internal speakers, one or more external speakers, and one or more mini subwoofers, wherein the internal speakers are configured to deliver sound directly to the user's ears and the external speakers are configured to project sound into the surrounding environment.

5. The video head-mounted device as described in claim 4, wherein, The camera module includes one or more adjustable cameras to adjust the settings and angles of the adjustable cameras.

6. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, further comprising a motion detector module, the motion detector module communicating with the control module and including one or more motion sensors, wherein, At least one first motion sensor is disposed at the second end portion of the boom arm and at least one second motion sensor is disposed at the head-mounted device frame, wherein the first motion sensor is capable of tracking hand movements to control the video screen and is capable of using hand gestures to control the content displayed on the video screen, and wherein the second motion sensor is capable of detecting the presence of people near the user.

7. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, further comprising a microphone module, the microphone module communicating with the control module and including one or more microphones, wherein, At least one microphone is located at the frame of the head-mounted device and at least one microphone is located at the second end portion of the boom arm.

8. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 4, wherein, The control module is configured to connect to at least one external device via Bluetooth or wireless technology and stream audio and video data from the external device to the video screen module of the left and right earpieces.

9. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 4, wherein, The control module is configured to connect to at least two external devices and display the video and audio data of each device in each of the right and left video screen modules, respectively.

10. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 4, wherein, The control module can control the head-mounted device using one or more pre-programmed voice commands that enable automatic acceptance, rejection, or termination of incoming calls.

11. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 4, wherein, The control module is configured to detect that the user is wearing the head-mounted device and to stream audio and video data using the internal speakers.

12. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 4, wherein, The control module is configured to detect that the user is not wearing a head-mounted device and to stream audio and video data using an external speaker.

13. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 4, wherein, The control module is configured to detect when the user is wearing the head-mounted device and to automatically communicate using the internal speaker.

14. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, further comprising: A power module, communicating with the control module, includes one or more removable and rechargeable batteries and a removable solar module, wherein the one or more removable and rechargeable batteries are configured to power the head-mounted device, and the removable solar module is configured to power at least one head-mounted device and the rechargeable batteries. A built-in block based on frequency and amplitude modulation is placed in the radio module and communicates with the control module; At least one slot, communicating with the control module and for inserting a memory card to operate, record, and perform other functions on the head-mounted device by streaming audio or video data through the head-mounted device with dedicated control. A remote control area is configured to store rechargeable remote controls, wherein the remote controls are capable of operating one or more features of the head-mounted device, and A Global Positioning System (GPS) module communicates with the control module to remotely track users wearing the head-mounted device.

15. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, further comprising one or more ports communicating with the control module, wherein, The port includes at least one analog input port for establishing a wired connection to one or more external devices, and the port also includes a Universal Serial Bus (USB) port for establishing a wired connection to one or more external devices and for supplying power to the rechargeable battery and providing video, audio or data to the head-mounted device.

16. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 1, wherein, Each headphone assembly includes a housing containing at least one internal speaker, wherein the headband frame includes at least one external speaker and a separate mini-bass amplifier subwoofer.

17. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The boom module includes at least one channel connected to a corresponding housing and the boom arm extending from the housing and configured to move between an extended state and a retracted state.

18. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The housing includes a portion of a surface configured to function as a mouse cursor control to manipulate the video and audio data displayed at the video screen module from a paired external device.

19. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, further comprising one or more control buttons communicating with the control module, wherein, The control buttons include: One or more radio control buttons, including a radio frequency search button, a preset button for accessing stored radio stations, and a volume control button; Turn on the power button of the head-mounted device; Turn off the power button on the head-mounted device; A button to adjust the high frequency of the audio; A button to adjust the bass frequency of the audio; At least one single button for switching between external and internal speakers and for enabling both external and internal speakers, as well as another mode, to set it to audio selection mode; One or more control buttons are located on the front side of the boom module facing the user to operate the camera and frequently used functions of the head-mounted device, and At least one button for controlling the mini subwoofer located on the headband frame.

20. The video head-mounted device as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The left earphone assembly includes a left detachable video screen module attached to a retractable left boom module, and the right earphone assembly includes a right detachable video screen module attached to a retractable right boom module, wherein the left video screen module includes at least two left video screens and wherein the right video screen module includes at least two right video screens, wherein the left and right video screens are embedded with bidirectional cameras configured to enable bidirectional video and audio communication, and wherein the video screens are touchable and removable.

21. The video head-mounted device of claim 20, wherein, The two left video screens include a first left video screen and a second left video screen connected to the first left video screen via an adjustable rotation type mechanism, wherein the first left video screen faces the user and the second left video screen faces away from the user's face.

22. The video head-mounted device of claim 20, wherein, The two right video screens include a first right video screen and a second right video screen connected to the first right video screen via an adjustable rotation type mechanism, wherein the first right video screen faces the user and the second right video screen faces away from the user's face.

23. The video head-mounted device of claim 22, wherein the at least one camera is embedded in the first right video screen and configured to take a selfie video, and the at least one camera is embedded in the second right video screen and configured to capture the environment relative to the user.

24. The video head-mounted device of claim 21, wherein the at least one camera is embedded in the first left video screen and configured to take a selfie video, and the at least one camera is embedded in the second left video screen and configured to capture the environment relative to the user.

25. The video head-mounted device of claim 1 further includes a Universal Serial Bus (USB) port for connecting to a third-party device to enable augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) types of functionality.

26. The video head-mounted device of claim 1, further comprising at least one removable and rechargeable battery disposed under a surface on one side of the headband frame and another battery disposed under a surface on the opposite side of the headband frame.

27. The video head-mounted device of claim 21, further comprising, from time to time, control by suitable firmware and software that can be remotely updated as needed.

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