A headset

Abstract

The earphone provided by the application relates to the technical field of wearable devices, and comprises a sound generating part arranged on the front side of an ear part, a main body part arranged on the rear side of the ear part, and an ear hanging part connecting the sound generating part and the main body part; the sound generating part comprises a first shell, a loudspeaker unit, a microphone unit, a camera device and a communication module arranged in the inner cavity of the first shell, a view hole is formed in the first shell, and the camera device is arranged at the view hole; the camera device is electrically connected with the communication module, the camera device is configured to take pictures of the area in front of a human face when the earphone is in a wearing state, and the image or video taken by the camera device is transmitted to an external device through the communication module. The earphone provided by the application has independent camera and communication capabilities, a user can realize AI interaction anytime and anywhere in a wearing state according to needs, the cumbersome steps of connecting a traditional earphone and a smart phone through Bluetooth and then transmitting data are simplified, and the use convenience of the user is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of wearable device technology, and more particularly to a pair of headphones. Background Technology

[0002] Headphones are devices that convert electrical signals into sound, typically used for personal audio listening, and include in-ear, over-ear, wireless, and noise-canceling types. With technological advancements, artificial intelligence is increasingly being integrated into wearable devices, such as adding cameras to headphones.

[0003] However, in some headphone devices, in order to enable interaction between the headphones and artificial intelligence, the camera set on the headphones is usually connected to the mobile phone via Bluetooth, and then relies on the mobile network for data transmission to achieve interaction. The process is cumbersome and affects the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the above problems, this application provides an earphone with independent camera and communication capabilities, which allows users to perform AI interaction anytime and anywhere as needed while wearing it. This simplifies the cumbersome steps of traditional earphones relying on Bluetooth connection and data transmission with smartphones, and improves the convenience of use for users.

[0005] This application provides an earphone, including: a sound-emitting part disposed on the front side of the ear, a main body disposed on the back side of the ear, and an ear hook part connecting the sound-emitting part and the main body;

[0006] The sound-emitting part includes: a first housing, and a speaker unit, a microphone unit, a camera device and a communication module disposed in the inner cavity of the first housing. The first housing has a viewing hole, and the camera device is disposed at the viewing hole.

[0007] The camera device is electrically connected to the communication module. The camera device is configured to capture images of the area in front of the face when the headphones are being worn, and to send the images or videos captured by the camera device to an external device via the communication module.

[0008] By integrating the camera, microphone, speaker, and communication module into the sound-emitting part and connecting the ear hook to the main body, the headphones have independent camera and communication capabilities. Users can achieve AI interaction anytime and anywhere while wearing them, simplifying the cumbersome steps of traditional headphones relying on Bluetooth connection and data transmission with smartphones, and improving user convenience.

[0009] Furthermore, compared to traditional smart glasses and smartwatches, the earphone design in this embodiment places the sound-emitting part in front of the ear and the main body behind the ear, connected by the ear hook, forming a stable wearing structure that does not put pressure on the bridge of the nose or affect the use of the camera due to wrist movement, thus improving wearing comfort and convenience.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the camera device has an optical axis, and when the earphone is in the wearing state, the optical axis has an angle with the horizontal direction, the angle being in the range of -20° to 20°.

[0011] Within this angle range, the camera can capture the area directly in front of the user's head and slightly above or below it, and the optical axis can change with the movement of the user's head, thus ensuring the convenience for the user when they need to view the surrounding environment or take photos from above or below.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the viewing aperture is located on the side of the first housing facing in front of the ear; or...

[0013] The viewing aperture is located on the side of the first housing facing away from the human face.

[0014] In this way, the camera's field of view is directly in front of the user, making it easy to capture the user's gestures and the surrounding environment. It also avoids the user's ears blocking the camera and ensures that the camera is not directly pointed at the user's face, reducing user privacy concerns. It should be noted that before wearing the headphones, tidy up any stray hairs in front of the ears to avoid obstructing the camera and to ensure image clarity.

[0015] In one possible implementation, the first housing includes an inner wall facing the face along the coronal axis of the human body, an outer wall facing away from the face, and a transition connecting wall surrounding the periphery of the inner wall and the outer wall, wherein the viewing aperture is located in the region of the transition connecting wall facing the front of the face.

[0016] In this way, the camera lens can be directly pointed in front of the user, including the user's gestures and the environment in front, ensuring the camera's field of view and image quality, while also making the headphones look simple and beautiful overall.

[0017] In one possible implementation, the transition connecting wall includes a first sidewall, a second sidewall, a third sidewall, and a fourth sidewall connected in sequence. The first sidewall and the third sidewall are arranged opposite to each other, and the second sidewall and the fourth sidewall are arranged opposite to each other. Both the first sidewall and the second sidewall face forward. The viewing aperture is located in one of the transition areas of the first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the first sidewall and the second sidewall.

[0018] In some wearing methods, the first sidewall is the portion of the transition connecting wall that directly faces the user's front. If the viewing aperture is located on the first sidewall, its placement ensures that the camera device can capture the user's field of vision. Similarly, in other wearing methods, the second sidewall is the portion of the transition connecting wall that directly faces the user's front. In still other wearing methods, the transition area between the first and second sidewalls is the portion of the support that faces the user's front.

[0019] In one possible implementation, the communication module is positioned on the side of the speaker unit away from the face, along the coronal axis of the human body.

[0020] The communication module may generate heat when it is working. Placing it on the side of the speaker unit away from the face can reduce the impact of heat on the user and improve the comfort of using the headphones.

[0021] In one possible implementation, the inner wall of the first housing is provided with a relief portion adapted to the concha cavity. The relief portion is concave and located in the region of the inner wall near the end of the sound-producing part.

[0022] The recessed part adapts to the concha cavity, providing a support point for the headphones. The concave design also reduces the pressure of the headphones on the concha cavity, improving wearing comfort. In addition, the recessed part is located on the inner wall near the end of the sound-producing part. In this way, when the headphones are worn, they fit snugly in the lower front of the concha cavity, ensuring the stability of the device and ensuring that the sound is accurately transmitted to the user's ear canal. Furthermore, it reduces interference from external noise and improves the sound quality of the headphones.

[0023] In one possible implementation, the first housing is provided with a pickup hole and a sound outlet hole, and at least one of the pickup hole and the sound outlet hole is located in the clearance portion.

[0024] If the microphone pickup hole is located within the recessed area, the microphone or other sound-collecting components can be placed in a relatively concealed position that still effectively captures sound, reducing interference from external noise and improving sound clarity. Furthermore, if the sound outlet is located within the recessed area, it ensures that the sound from inside the headphones is transmitted directly and accurately to the user's ear canal, reducing external noise interference and improving the seal during wear, preventing sound leakage and enhancing the headphone's sound quality. Moreover, integrating the microphone pickup hole, the sound outlet, or both into the recessed area effectively utilizes the headphone's internal space, ensuring overall compactness. This, in turn, improves both sound clarity and sound quality, guaranteeing a superior user experience.

[0025] In one possible implementation, the communication module includes:

[0026] The module body and the communication antenna are located on the side of the module body opposite to the speaker unit.

[0027] Communication antennas generate electromagnetic waves when they are working. Placing the communication antenna on the side away from the speaker unit will reduce electromagnetic interference to the speaker unit and ensure sound clarity. In addition, the placement of the communication antenna will affect its signal reception and transmission capabilities to a certain extent. Placing the communication antenna on the side away from the speaker unit, that is, on the side away from the human body, reduces the possible influence of the human body on signal transmission, which helps the communication antenna to capture and transmit signals, and improves the stability and reliability of communication.

[0028] In one possible implementation, the first housing includes a first bottom shell and a first top shell, the first bottom shell being located on the side of the first top shell facing the face, and the communication antenna being fixedly connected to the first top shell.

[0029] The shape of the first bottom shell is designed to fit the contours of a human face. In this way, when the headphones are worn, the first bottom shell will fit the user's facial contours, improving wearing comfort and stability. The communication antenna is fixedly connected to the first top shell, which helps to reduce direct contact between the communication antenna and the human body, reduce the risk of signal attenuation and interference, and ensure communication quality.

[0030] In one possible implementation, the communication antenna is integrally formed with the first upper shell; or, the communication antenna is disposed on a flexible circuit board, and the flexible circuit board is fixedly connected to the first upper shell.

[0031] The unibody design reduces the number of connecting parts between the communication antenna and the first upper shell, ensuring the overall compactness of the earphone. Furthermore, the unibody design guarantees a stable connection between the communication antenna and the first upper shell, reducing the risk of the antenna loosening or detaching due to poor connection. The flexible circuit board has a certain degree of flexibility, allowing it to bend appropriately according to the internal space of the first shell, ensuring efficient use of internal space in the earphone. If the communication antenna or circuit board malfunctions, it can be replaced individually, reducing maintenance costs. In addition, the flexible circuit board provides a stable signal transmission path, ensuring signal transmission quality. The choice between these two communication antenna configuration methods can be made based on the specific circumstances.

[0032] In one possible implementation, the communication module is an LTE module.

[0033] The LTE module supports network connectivity, ensuring that images or videos captured by the camera device are stably transmitted to external devices, such as cloud servers. This guarantees the flexibility and convenience of the headset in the field of wireless communication.

[0034] In one possible implementation, the ear hook includes: a deformable support and a soft rubber part covering the outside of the deformable support.

[0035] The deformable frame acts as the skeleton of the ear hook, providing strength and stability to ensure the headphones fit snugly against the user's ear and are not easily dislodged. Furthermore, the deformable frame is flexible, allowing users to adjust it to their individual needs, increasing wearing flexibility. Additionally, a soft rubber component covering the outside of the deformable frame acts as a comfort layer for the ear hook, providing cushioning and distributing pressure from the headphones to the ear, reducing discomfort that may occur during prolonged wear. This soft rubber component also provides anti-slip properties, ensuring the headphones remain stable during vigorous exercise or when sweating.

[0036] In one possible implementation, the deformable support includes shape-memory titanium wire.

[0037] Memory titanium wire can return to its original shape under preset conditions, such as preset temperature and stress. By incorporating memory titanium wire into the deformable support structure, the structure can adaptively adjust to the shape of the user's ear, ensuring a comfortable wearing experience. In addition, memory titanium wire can quickly return to its original state after being subjected to external force, and it is not prone to permanent deformation, thus ensuring the lifespan of the headphones. Furthermore, the lightweight nature of memory titanium wire helps reduce the overall weight of the headphones, reducing the burden that may be caused by prolonged wear and ensuring a better user experience.

[0038] In one possible implementation, the ear hook includes a support deformation region and a soft rubber deformation region, the support deformation region being disposed near the sound-emitting part and the soft rubber deformation region being disposed near the main body.

[0039] By combining the bracket deformation area and the soft rubber deformation area, the ear hook meets the needs of headphone stability and comfort. The bracket deformation area ensures that the headphone fits snugly in the ear, reducing the risk of it falling off, while the soft rubber deformation area provides cushioning and a comfortable wearing experience, reducing fatigue that may be caused by wearing it for a long time. Together, the bracket deformation area and the soft rubber deformation area of ​​the ear hook form a bridge between the headphone and the user's ear, ensuring a stable and comfortable experience and helping to improve the headphone's market competitiveness.

[0040] In one possible implementation, the main body includes: a second housing defining a receiving cavity, wherein at least one of a power supply device, a motherboard, a Bluetooth module, and a WiFi module is disposed within the receiving cavity.

[0041] The power supply may include a battery to provide power to the headphones. For example, the battery may be a rechargeable lithium battery, and its location and shape can be selected according to the shape of the housing and the usage requirements of the headphones. Additionally, the motherboard integrates circuitry and control chips to process signals and data from different components. The Bluetooth module is responsible for communication between the headphones and other Bluetooth devices, transmitting audio data and control signals to ensure connection stability and sound quality. Furthermore, the WiFi module can be selectively configured according to the headphone's usage needs. The WiFi module allows the headphones to connect and communicate with other devices via a WiFi network to provide a high-quality audio experience.

[0042] The earphones provided in this application integrate a camera device, microphone unit, speaker unit, and communication module in the sound-emitting part, and connect the ear hook to the sound-emitting part and the main body, so that the earphones have independent camera and communication capabilities. Users can realize AI interaction anytime and anywhere as needed while wearing them, which simplifies the cumbersome steps of traditional earphones relying on Bluetooth connection and data transmission with smartphones, and improves the convenience of use for users. Attached Figure Description

[0043] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0044] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the earphone according to an embodiment of this application;

[0045] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the earphones according to an embodiment of this application;

[0046] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the headphone structure from one perspective according to an embodiment of this application;

[0047] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the earphone from another perspective according to an embodiment of this application;

[0048] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the field of view from one perspective of the central camera device;

[0049] Figure 6 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the field of view from another perspective of the central camera device;

[0050] Figure 7 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the field of view from another perspective of the central camera device.

[0051] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0052] 10 - Vocal part; 20 - Main body; 30 - Ear hook;

[0053] 100 - First shell; 110 - Viewing hole; 120 - Inner side wall; 130 - Outer side wall; 140 - Transition connecting wall; 141 - First side wall; 142 - Second side wall; 143 - Third side wall; 144 - Fourth side wall; 150 - Clearance part; 160 - First bottom shell; 170 - First upper shell;

[0054] 200-speaker unit;

[0055] 300 microphone units;

[0056] 400 - Camera device; 401 - First field of view; 402 - Second field of view;

[0057] 500 - Communication module; 510 - Module body; 520 - Communication antenna;

[0058] 600 - Deformable bracket; 610 - Flexible rubber part;

[0059] 700 - Second housing; 710 - Second bottom housing; 720 - Second upper housing; 730 - Receiving cavity; 740 - Power supply device; 750 - Mainboard; 760 - Bluetooth module; 770 - WiFi module. Detailed Implementation

[0060] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of the embodiments of this application more apparent and understandable, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0061] Headphones are devices that convert electrical signals into sound, typically used for personal audio listening. Specifically, they receive electrical signals from a media player or receiver and convert them into audible sound waves using speakers placed close to the ears. Examples of headphone types include in-ear headphones, semi-in-ear headphones, over-ear headphones, ear-hook headphones, bone conduction headphones, wired headphones, wireless headphones, and noise-canceling headphones.

[0062] With the development of artificial intelligence technology, AI capabilities are no longer limited to enhancing traditional software applications, but are also penetrating into various industrial fields, such as the field of smart wearable devices. For example, AI technology can be integrated into wearable devices such as glasses and watches.

[0063] However, in some headphone devices, in order to enable interaction between headphones and artificial intelligence, the camera set on the headphones is usually connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth, and then relies on the mobile network for data transmission to achieve interaction. The process is cumbersome and cannot achieve a truly independent AI interaction experience, which affects the user experience.

[0064] In view of this, this application provides an earphone that integrates a camera device, a microphone unit, a speaker unit, and a communication module in the sound-emitting part, and connects the ear hook to the sound-emitting part and the main body, so that the earphone has independent camera and communication capabilities. Users can realize AI interaction anytime and anywhere as needed while wearing it, which simplifies the cumbersome steps of traditional earphones relying on Bluetooth connection and data transmission with smartphones, and improves the convenience of use for users.

[0065] The following is combined Figures 1-7 The present application describes an embodiment of an earphone.

[0066] The headphones in this application embodiment can be in-ear headphones, semi-in-ear headphones, bone conduction headphones, wireless headphones, etc. The following description uses wireless headphones as an example to elaborate on the embodiments of this application.

[0067] refer to Figures 1 to 3 The headphones in this application embodiment may include a sound-emitting part 10 disposed on the front side of the ear, a main body part 20 disposed on the back side of the ear, and an ear hook part 30 connecting the sound-emitting part 10 and the main body part 20. The reasonable arrangement of the sound-emitting part 10, the main body part 20 and the ear hook part 30 ensures the stability and comfort of the headphones when worn, and also ensures the balance of the center of gravity of the headphones on the front and back sides of the ear.

[0068] The sound-emitting part 10 includes a first housing 100, and a speaker unit 200, a microphone unit 300, a camera device 400, and a communication module 500 disposed in the cavity of the first housing 100. Thus, the sound-emitting part 10 includes multiple functions, including but not limited to sound generation, sound reception, camera, and communication. It realizes the integration of multiple functional modules in the sound-emitting part 10, making the headphones fully functional and compact in overall structure, thus improving the portability of the headphones. In addition, the sound-emitting part 10 is located in front of the ear, which can ensure good acoustic effect.

[0069] A viewing aperture 110 is provided on the first housing 100. The viewing aperture 110 can be circular, square, elliptical, or any other shape; this embodiment does not impose any limitation on this. A camera device 400 is disposed at the viewing aperture 110, thus enabling the headphones to directly capture the area in front of the user's face through the viewing aperture 110 when worn, obtaining image or video information in the user's line of sight. For example, combined with... Figure 1 and Figure 2 The camera device 400 has a wider field of vision than the human body, ensuring comprehensive information capture.

[0070] The camera device 400 is electrically connected to the communication module 500. The camera device 400 is configured to capture images of the area in front of the face when the headphones are worn, and then transmit the images or videos captured by the camera device 400 to an external device via the communication module 500. Therefore, the communication module 500 enables the headphones to directly transmit data with external devices without relying on smartphones or other intermediaries, thus improving the efficiency and stability of data transmission.

[0071] By integrating the camera device 400, microphone unit 300, speaker unit 200, and communication module 500 into the sound-emitting part 10, and connecting the ear hook part 30 to the sound-emitting part 10 and the main body part 20, the headphones have independent camera and communication capabilities. Users can achieve AI interaction anytime and anywhere as needed while wearing them, simplifying the cumbersome steps of traditional headphones relying on Bluetooth connection and data transmission with smartphones, and improving the user's convenience.

[0072] Furthermore, compared to traditional smart glasses and smartwatches, the earphone design in this embodiment places the sound-emitting part 10 in front of the ear and the main body 20 behind the ear, connected by the ear hook 30, forming a stable wearing structure that does not put pressure on the bridge of the nose and does not affect the use of the camera due to wrist movement, thus improving wearing comfort and convenience.

[0073] For example, the headphones in this application embodiment can be used in scenarios such as daily office work, remote meetings, online education, and outdoor hiking. For instance, in remote meetings, the headphones can capture the user's voice and gesture information to provide accurate command input for AI; in online education, the headphones can record the student's learning status and progress online to improve personalized education; and in outdoor hiking, the headphones can capture environmental or weather information in real time to ensure the user's safety and information reserves in the wild.

[0074] Optionally, the camera device 400 in the earphone of this embodiment can also be equipped with privacy protection to control the camera's on and off time, as well as limit the range and objects of data transmission, so as to ensure the user's privacy and security.

[0075] Optional, combined Figure 1 and Figure 2 The microphone unit 300 may include multiple microphones arranged in an array. For example, the multiple microphones may be arranged in a ring array, a rectangular array, a circular array, or other shapes. The microphone unit 300 is located on the side of the speaker unit 200 away from the human body. The microphone array captures sound from the direction of the face, such as the user's voice commands or ambient sounds, through the coordinated operation of multiple microphone units 300, in order to improve the accuracy and clarity of sound acquisition.

[0076] In some embodiments, combined with Figures 5 to 7 The camera device 400 has an optical axis. For example, the camera device 400 has multiple lenses arranged in a preset direction. Each lens can be configured as a convex lens or a concave lens as needed. The optical axis here refers to the optical axis of the multiple lenses, and the direction of extension of the optical axis is consistent with the arrangement direction of the multiple lenses. When the headphones are worn, the optical axis forms an angle with the horizontal direction, and the angle can range from -20° to 20°. For example, the angle can be -20°, -15°, -10°, 0°, 5°, 15°, etc. Within this angle range, the camera device 400 can capture the area directly in front of the user's head and slightly above or below it, and the optical axis can change with the user's head movements. This ensures convenience for the user when needing to view the surrounding environment or take overhead or low-angle shots.

[0077] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 5 and Figure 6 The viewing aperture 110 is located on the side of the first housing 100 facing the ear, or on the side of the first housing 100 away from the face. This allows the camera device 400 to directly face the user's front, facilitating the capture of user gestures and environmental information, avoiding obstruction of the camera by the user's ear, and reducing blind spots caused by the face, thus maximizing the shooting range of the camera device 400. For example, the blind spot is 0-20cm. It is important to note that before wearing the headphones, tidy up any stray hairs in front of the ears to avoid obstructing the camera device 400 and ensure image clarity.

[0078] In addition, combined Figure 7 The wearing of the left and right earphones ensures that a camera device 400 is installed at each of the user's left and right ears. In some embodiments, the normal field of vision of the human eye is the first field of vision 401, and the field of vision of the camera device 400 is the second field of vision 402. When the earphones are worn, the second field of vision 402 can cover the first field of vision 401. For example, the camera device 400 can be configured as a wide-angle lens or an adjustable angle configuration to ensure that if the earphones are tilted during the wearing process, the second field of vision 402 of the camera device 400 can still cover the first field of vision 401 of the human eye.

[0079] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 3 and Figure 4 The first housing 100 includes an inner wall 120 facing the face along the coronal axis of the human body (i.e., the left-right direction of the human body), the inner wall 120 being in close contact with the user's ear or head to provide stable wearing support, and an outer wall 130 facing away from the face, as well as a transition connecting wall 140. The transition connecting wall 140 surrounds the periphery of the inner wall 120 and the outer wall 130 to connect the inner wall 120 and the outer wall 130 to form a relatively closed inner cavity. A viewing aperture 110 is located in the area of ​​the transition connecting wall 140 facing the front of the face.

[0080] In this way, the lens of the camera device 400 can be directly pointed in front of the user, including the user's gestures and the environment in front, ensuring the camera range and image quality of the camera device 400, and also making the overall headphones simple and beautiful.

[0081] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 4 The transition connecting wall 140 may include a first side wall 141, a second side wall 142, a third side wall 143 and a fourth side wall 144 connected in sequence. The first side wall 141 and the third side wall 143 are arranged opposite to each other, and the second side wall 142 and the fourth side wall 144 are arranged opposite to each other. The first side wall 141 and the second side wall 142 both face forward. The viewing hole 110 is provided in one of the transition areas of the first side wall 141, the second side wall 142 and the first side wall 141 and the second side wall 142.

[0082] As can be seen, the viewing aperture 110 can be located on the first sidewall 141, the second sidewall 142, or the transition area between the first sidewall 141 and the second sidewall 142. In some wearing methods, the first sidewall 141 is the portion of the transition connecting wall 140 that directly faces the user's front. If the viewing aperture 110 is located on the first sidewall 141, its placement ensures that the camera device 400 can capture the user's field of vision. Similarly, in other wearing methods, the second sidewall 142 is the portion of the transition connecting wall 140 that directly faces the user's front. In still other wearing methods, the transition area between the first sidewall 141 and the second sidewall 142 is the portion of the bracket facing the user's front.

[0083] In addition to facing directly in front of the user, the optical axis can also be set off from directly in front of the user within an appropriate range. For example, this range can be -10° to 10°. This range helps to capture specific angles, especially when it is necessary to capture environmental information or to take slightly downward or upward shots. Users can adjust the wearing method according to their actual needs, and there are no restrictions here.

[0084] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 2In the direction of the human coronal axis, the communication module 500 is positioned on the side of the speaker unit 200 away from the face. The communication module 500 may generate heat during operation; positioning it on the side of the speaker unit 200 away from the face reduces the impact of heat on the user and improves the comfort of using the headphones.

[0085] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 The inner wall 120 of the first housing 100 is provided with a relief portion 150 that adapts to the concha cavity. The concha cavity is a component of the outer ear, located in front of and below the auricle, and is a relatively concave area. The relief portion 150 is concave, so that the relief portion 150 can adapt to the concha cavity and provide a support point for the headphones. The concave design also reduces the pressure of the headphones on the concha cavity and improves the wearing comfort. In addition, the relief portion 150 is also located in the area of ​​the inner wall 120 near the end of the sound-generating part 10. In this way, when the headphones are worn, they can fit in front of and below the concha cavity, ensuring the stability of the device and ensuring that the sound is accurately transmitted to the user's ear canal. In addition, it also reduces the interference of external noise and improves the sound quality of the headphones.

[0086] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 The first housing 100 is provided with a pickup hole and a sound outlet hole, and at least one of the pickup hole and the sound outlet hole is located in the clearance portion 150.

[0087] For example, if the microphone is located within the clearance portion 150, the microphone or other sound pickup element will be placed in a relatively concealed position that can capture sound well, reducing interference from external noise and improving the clarity of sound pickup.

[0088] Furthermore, placing the sound outlet within the clearance portion 150 ensures that the sound inside the headphones is transmitted directly and accurately to the user's ear canal, reducing interference from external noise, improving the seal during wear, preventing sound leakage, and enhancing the sound quality of the headphones.

[0089] Furthermore, integrating the pickup hole or the sound outlet, or both, into the clearance section 150 can effectively utilize the internal space of the headphones, ensuring the overall compactness of the headphones. In addition, it improves the clarity of sound pickup and enhances the sound quality of the headphones, ensuring a good user experience.

[0090] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 2The communication module 500 can be an eSIM card or other communication-enabled device. The communication module 500 includes a module body 510 and a communication antenna 520, which is located on the side of the module body 510 facing away from the speaker unit 200. Specifically, the communication antenna 520 generates electromagnetic waves during operation. Placing the communication antenna 520 on the side facing away from the speaker unit 200 reduces electromagnetic interference to the speaker unit 200, ensuring sound clarity. Furthermore, the placement of the communication antenna 520 affects its signal reception and transmission capabilities to some extent. Placing the communication antenna 520 on the side facing away from the speaker unit 200, i.e., on the side facing away from the human body, reduces the potential impact of the human body on signal transmission, helping the communication antenna 520 capture and transmit signals, and improving communication stability and reliability.

[0091] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 2 The first housing 100 includes a first bottom housing 160 and a first top housing 170. By combining the first bottom housing 160 and the first top housing 170 into the first housing 100, a double-layer design of the first housing 100 is achieved, which improves structural stability and helps resist external impacts and pressures. The first bottom housing 160 is located on the side of the first top housing 170 facing the face. Optionally, the shape of the first bottom housing 160 is designed to fit the facial contours of the face. In this way, when the headphones are worn, the first bottom housing 160 will fit the user's facial contours, improving wearing comfort and stability. The communication antenna 520 is fixedly connected to the first top housing 170, which helps to reduce direct contact between the communication antenna 520 and the human body, reduce the risk of signal attenuation and interference, and ensure communication quality.

[0092] In addition, placing the communication antenna 520 on the first upper shell 170 can make full use of the internal space of the earphone, reduce unnecessary space waste, and enhance the overall compactness of the earphone. Furthermore, placing the communication antenna 520 on the first upper shell 170 will help dissipate heat from the communication module 500, reduce the internal temperature of the earphone, and improve the user experience of the earphone.

[0093] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 2 The communication antenna 520 is integrally formed with the first upper shell 170. This reduces the number of connecting parts between the communication antenna 520 and the first upper shell 170, ensuring the overall compactness of the earphone. In addition, the integral forming ensures the stability of the connection between the communication antenna 520 and the first upper shell 170, reducing the risk of the communication antenna 520 becoming loose or falling off due to poor connection.

[0094] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 2 The communication antenna 520 is mounted on a flexible circuit board, which is fixedly connected to the first upper shell 170. The flexible circuit board has a certain degree of flexibility and can be bent appropriately according to the internal space of the first shell 100 to ensure the space utilization rate inside the earphone. If the communication antenna 520 or the circuit board fails, it can be replaced separately, reducing maintenance costs. In addition, the flexible circuit board can provide a stable signal transmission path to ensure the signal transmission quality.

[0095] The two methods for setting up the communication antenna 520 mentioned above can be selected according to the actual situation, and there are no restrictions here. For example, if the headphone type has high requirements for structural compactness and stability, it is recommended to choose the one-piece molding method; if the headphone type requires structural flexibility or customizability, or has high requirements for signal transmission quality, it is recommended to choose the flexible circuit board fixing method.

[0096] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 2 The communication module 500 is an LTE module. Specifically, the LTE module supports network connectivity, ensuring that images or videos captured by the camera device 400 are stably transmitted to external devices, such as cloud servers. This guarantees the flexibility and convenience of the headset in the field of wireless communication. For example, the module body 510 can be an LTE module, and the communication antenna 520 can be an LTE antenna.

[0097] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 4 The ear hook portion 30 includes a deformable support 600 and a soft rubber component 610 covering the outside of the deformable support 600. The deformable support 600 serves as the skeleton of the ear hook portion 30, providing strength and stability to ensure the earphone fits snugly against the user's ear and is not easily dislodged. Furthermore, the deformable support 600 is deformable, allowing the user to adjust it freely according to their wearing needs, thus improving the flexibility of wearing the earphone. For example, the deformable support 600 can be made of lightweight, high-strength metal materials or alloys, such as titanium alloy, aluminum alloy, or high-strength steel.

[0098] Additionally, the soft rubber component 610 covers the outside of the deformable support 600 and serves as a comfort layer for the ear hook 30, providing cushioning. The soft rubber component 610 distributes the pressure of the headphones on the ears, reducing discomfort that may result from prolonged wear. Furthermore, the soft rubber component 610 has anti-slip properties, ensuring the headphones remain stable during vigorous exercise or when sweating. For example, the shell of the soft rubber component 610 is made of an elastic, abrasion-resistant material, such as silicone or thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU).

[0099] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 4The deformable headband 600 includes a shape-memory titanium wire. Specifically, the shape-memory titanium wire, also known as a nickel-titanium alloy wire, possesses shape memory effect and a certain degree of elasticity. Under preset conditions, such as preset temperature and stress, the shape-memory titanium wire can return to its original shape. By incorporating the shape-memory titanium wire as part of the deformable headband 600, the headband can adaptively adjust to the user's ear shape, ensuring a comfortable wearing experience. Furthermore, the shape-memory titanium wire can quickly return to its original state after being subjected to external force, preventing permanent deformation and ensuring the lifespan of the headphones. Additionally, the lightweight nature of the shape-memory titanium wire helps reduce the overall weight of the headphones, lowering the burden that may occur during prolonged wear and ensuring a better user experience.

[0100] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 4 The ear hook portion 30 includes a support deformation area and a soft rubber deformation area. The support deformation area is located near the sound-emitting portion 10, and the soft rubber deformation area is located near the main body portion 20.

[0101] Specifically, the deformable area of ​​the bracket is located near the sound-generating part 10 and is the main support structure of the ear hook part 30. This area may contain a certain degree of elasticity or deformability, such as the memory titanium wire mentioned above, so that users can make adaptive adjustments according to different wearing habits, ensuring that the headphones fit the user's ears firmly when worn and reducing the risk of the headphones falling off.

[0102] In addition, the soft rubber deformation area is located near the main body 20. In some examples, the soft rubber deformation area extends to the edge that contacts the ear. The soft rubber deformation area provides cushioning and a comfortable wearing feel for the headphones. It can be made of soft, skin-friendly materials, such as silicone and thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) mentioned above. It effectively disperses the pressure of the headphones on the ears and reduces discomfort caused by wearing them for a long time. In addition, it also has anti-slip properties.

[0103] By combining the bracket deformation area and the soft rubber deformation area, the ear hook 30 meets the needs of headphone stability and comfort. The bracket deformation area ensures that the headphone fits snugly in the ear, reducing the risk of it falling off. The soft rubber deformation area provides cushioning and a comfortable wearing experience, reducing fatigue that may be caused by prolonged wear. The bracket deformation area and the soft rubber deformation area of ​​the ear hook 30 together form a bridge between the headphone and the user's ear, ensuring a stable and comfortable experience and helping to improve the headphone's market competitiveness.

[0104] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 2The main body 20 includes a second housing 700 that defines a receiving cavity 730. The second housing 700 provides physical protection for the components inside the receiving cavity 730 to ensure the service life of the components. The receiving cavity 730 is provided with at least one of a power supply device 740, a motherboard 750, a Bluetooth module 760, and a WiFi module 770.

[0105] Optionally, the power supply device 740 may include a battery to provide power to the headphones as a whole. For example, the battery may be a rechargeable lithium battery. The position and shape of the battery may be selected according to the shape of the receiving cavity 730 and the usage requirements of the headphones, and are not limited thereto.

[0106] In some examples, the motherboard 750 is located on the side of the battery away from the human body to reduce the discomfort that the heat generated by the motherboard 750 may cause to the human body. The motherboard 750 integrates circuits and control chips to process signals and data from different components. Specifically, the motherboard 750 usually has a microprocessor, which is used to execute preset programs to realize headphone functions such as audio decoding, volume control, Bluetooth connection, etc.

[0107] Furthermore, in some examples, at least one of the Bluetooth module 760 and the WiFi module 770 is positioned on the side of the battery facing the user. This arrangement, with at least one of the Bluetooth module 760 and the WiFi module 770 facing behind the user's head, reduces the obstruction of the transmission signal by the human body. The Bluetooth module 760 is responsible for communicating with other Bluetooth devices, such as smartphones and tablets, transmitting image, audio, and video data, and control signals, ensuring connection stability and sound quality. The WiFi module 770 can be selectively configured according to the user's needs, allowing the headphones to connect and communicate with other devices via a WiFi network to provide a high-quality image, audio, and video data experience.

[0108] In some examples, combined Figure 1 and Figure 2 The second housing 700 includes a second bottom housing 710 and a second top housing 720. The second bottom housing 710 is located on the side of the second top housing 720 facing the back of the head. At least one of the Bluetooth module 760 and the WiFi module 770 is integrally formed with the second bottom housing 710; or at least one of the Bluetooth module 760 and the WiFi module 770 is disposed on a flexible circuit board, which is fixedly connected to the second bottom housing 710.

[0109] The unibody design reduces the number of connecting parts between at least one of the Bluetooth module 760 and the WiFi module 770 and the first bottom shell 160, ensuring the overall compactness of the headset. Furthermore, the unibody design ensures a stable connection between at least one of the Bluetooth module 760 and the WiFi module 770 and the first bottom shell 160, reducing the risk of loosening or detachment due to poor connection. The flexible circuit board has a certain degree of flexibility and can be bent appropriately according to the internal space of the second shell 700, ensuring efficient use of internal space in the headset. The flexible circuit board can provide a stable signal transmission path, ensuring signal transmission quality. The configuration method of either the Bluetooth module 760 or the WiFi module 770 can be selected according to the actual situation.

[0110] For example, materials with good thermal conductivity, such as thermally conductive silicone pads or graphite sheets, can be provided between the components in the receiving cavity 730, or heat dissipation holes can be opened on the second housing 700 to ensure the heat dissipation effect of the main body 20.

[0111] The various embodiments or implementation methods described in this specification are presented in a progressive manner. Each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments, and the same or similar parts between the embodiments can be referred to each other.

[0112] It should be noted that the embodiments referred to in the specification, such as "one embodiment," "embodiment," "exemplary embodiment," and "some embodiments," may include specific features, structures, or characteristics, but not every embodiment necessarily includes that specific feature, structure, or characteristic. Furthermore, such phrases do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Moreover, when a specific feature, structure, or characteristic is described in connection with an embodiment, implementing such a feature, structure, or characteristic in conjunction with other embodiments, whether explicitly described or not, is within the knowledge scope of those skilled in the art.

[0113] Generally speaking, terms should be understood at least in part by their use in context. For example, at least in part by context, the term "one or more" as used in the text can be used to describe any feature, structure, or characteristic of the singular meaning, or a combination of features, structures, or characteristics of the plural meaning. Similarly, at least in part by context, terms such as "a" or "the" can also be understood to convey either singular or plural usage.

[0114] It should be readily understood that the terms “on,” “above,” and “on top of” in this disclosure should be interpreted in the broadest possible sense, such that “on” means not only “directly on something” but also “on something” with an intermediate feature or layer therebetween, and that “above” or “on top of” means not only “on top of something” but also “on top of something” without an intermediate feature or layer therebetween (i.e., directly on something).

[0115] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. An earphone, characterized in that, include: A sound-emitting part (10) located in front of the ear, a main body part (20) located behind the ear, and an ear hook part (30) connecting the sound-emitting part (10) and the main body part (20); The sound-emitting part (10) includes: a first housing (100), and a speaker unit (200), a microphone unit (300), a camera device (400) and a communication module (500) disposed in the cavity of the first housing (100). The first housing (100) has a viewing hole (110), and the camera device (400) is disposed at the viewing hole (110). The camera device (400) is electrically connected to the communication module (500). The camera device (400) is configured to capture images of the area in front of the face when the headphones are being worn, and to send the images or videos captured by the camera device (400) to an external device via the communication module (500).

2. The earphone according to claim 1, characterized in that, The camera device (400) has an optical axis. When the earphone is in the wearing state, the optical axis has an angle with the horizontal direction, and the value of the angle is in the range of -20° to 20°.

3. The earphone according to claim 1, characterized in that, The viewing aperture (110) is located on the side of the first housing (100) facing in front of the ear; or, The viewing aperture (110) is located on the side of the first housing (100) facing away from the human face.

4. The earphone according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first housing (100) includes an inner wall (120) facing the face along the coronal axis of the human body, an outer wall (130) facing away from the face, and a transition connecting wall (140) surrounding the periphery of the inner wall (120) and the outer wall (130), wherein the viewing aperture (110) is located in the area of ​​the transition connecting wall (140) facing the front of the face.

5. The earphone according to claim 4, characterized in that, The transition connecting wall (140) includes a first sidewall (141), a second sidewall (142), a third sidewall (143), and a fourth sidewall (144) connected in sequence. The first sidewall (141) and the third sidewall (143) are arranged opposite to each other, and the second sidewall (142) and the fourth sidewall (144) are arranged opposite to each other. The first sidewall (141) and the second sidewall (142) both face forward. The viewing hole (110) is located in one of the transition areas of the first sidewall (141), the second sidewall (142), and the first sidewall (141) and the second sidewall (142).

6. The earphone according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the direction of the human coronal axis, the communication module (500) is disposed on the side of the speaker unit (200) away from the human face.

7. The earphone according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall (120) of the first housing (100) is provided with a relief portion (150) adapted to the concha cavity. The relief portion (150) is concave and located in the area of ​​the inner wall (120) near the end of the sound-emitting part (10).

8. The earphone according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first housing (100) is provided with a pickup hole and a sound outlet hole, and at least one of the pickup hole and the sound outlet hole is located in the clearance portion (150).

9. The headphones according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The communication module (500) includes: The module body (510) and the communication antenna (520) are located on the side of the module body (510) away from the speaker unit (200).

10. The earphone according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first housing (100) includes a first bottom housing (160) and a first top housing (170), the first bottom housing (160) being located on the side of the first top housing (170) facing the face, and the communication antenna (520) being fixedly connected to the first top housing (170).

11. The earphone according to claim 10, characterized in that, The communication antenna (520) is integrally formed with the first upper shell (170); or, the communication antenna (520) is disposed on a flexible circuit board, and the flexible circuit board is fixedly connected to the first upper shell (170).

12. The earphone according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The communication module (500) is an LTE module.

13. The headphones according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The ear hook portion (30) includes: a deformable bracket (600) and a soft rubber part (610) covering the outside of the deformable bracket (600).

14. The earphone according to claim 13, characterized in that, The deformable support (600) includes shape memory titanium wire.

15. The earphone according to claim 13, characterized in that, The ear hook part (30) includes a support deformation area and a soft rubber deformation area. The support deformation area is located near the sound-emitting part (10), and the soft rubber deformation area is located near the main body part (20).

16. The headphones according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The main body (20) includes: a second housing (700) defining a receiving cavity (730), wherein at least one of a power supply device (740), a motherboard (750), a Bluetooth module (760), and a WiFi module (770) is provided in the receiving cavity (730).

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