42 results about "Pocket PCs" patented technology

A method and system for selectively fully displaying additional content in a browser window, without requiring scrolling in more than one direction, based on an available display area. For example, additional advertising content is thus selectively displayed in an otherwise unused area of the browsing window to the right of a primary content of a Web page. The size of the available display area is automatically detected, and a determination is automatically made as to whether the additional content and primary content can both be fully displayed in the available display area under the scrolling constraint. If so, both the additional content and the primary content are displayed. Otherwise, only the primary content is displayed. The additional content is downloaded only when it can thus be included within the display area. If the browser window is resized so that the additional content no longer fits without scrolling in more than one direction, the additional content is removed from the display, but is preferably retained in local storage for redisplay if the available display area is subsequently increased sufficiently. The type (and version) of browser program used is detected so that the appropriate instructions will be provided to the client device to selectively display additional content in this manner. For smaller client device displays, such as on those on pocket PCs, the content provided by a server is selectively determined in a prioritized manner, as a function of the available display area.

A portable communicator for operating a field device. The portable communicator is configured to communicate with the field device to configure and/or analyze performance of a field device in an efficient manner. In some embodiments, the portable communicator includes an intuitive user interface that allows the user to perform a relatively limited set of preconfigured procedures on a field device. The portable communicator may communicate with the field device via a wire and/or wirelessly. In one embodiment, the portable communicator is a Bluetooth-enabled smartphone, a PDA, a pocket PC, or any Bluetooth-enabled generic mobile communication device. The portable communicator may communicate with the field device via a wireless communication unit (e.g., Bluetooth modem) coupled to the field device. In a process plant environment, in which the field device is coupled to a controller, the portable communicator may communicate with the field device without communicating with the controller.

A vehicle security system uses a portable device such as a pocket PC or PDA. When the device is inserted in a cradle in the vehicle, it communicates with the on-board computer to obtain the vehicle identity. The device then sends a request message, containing the vehicle identity and device identity, to a remote authentication server. The authentication server performs a number of checks, including checking that the device is authorized for use with this vehicle, and returns a response to the device. If the authentication is successful, the device allows the vehicle to be started. If the response from the authentication server is delayed, the vehicle may be started, but if the authentication check then fails, an on-line check will be compulsory the next time an attempt is made to start the vehicle.

A system and method that enables users operating originating devices, such as PC's, laptop computers, PDA's, pocket PC's, cell phones, etc., to print documents, images, etc. by sending the content to be printed via an e-mail message. The e-mail message is sent to a virtual printer e-mail address hosted by an e-mail server. The e-mail message is retrieved by a “driverless” print server (DPS) system, separated into a main file and attachment files, and printed on a printer to which the virtual printer e-mail address corresponds. The DPS system utilizes a table driven mechanism to determine appropriate applications to laod and process and handle various printer events generated by various software applications pertaining to the documents desired to be printed by operators of the originating devices. The system and method enable documents and the like to be printed without requiring a printer device driver corresponding to the target printer to be loaded on the originating device.

A system and software for controlling output devices used in association with machinery is disclosed. The system includes a control module which may be connected to a personal digital assistant (PDA), personal pocket PC, personal computer, organizer, cell phone, or other data storage device. The data storage device has programmed within it particularized manufacturer information for various input devices and output devices available on the market. The system allows an operator to select a particular manufacturer, as well as product information, including product model number and operating parameters. The machine can then be calibrated such that the input device being used, as well as the output device manufacturer information, is used to dynamically adjust, monitor or perform diagnostics on the machine. The system allows for on-site calibration of the machine controllers. The invention contemplates the use of any output device used with the operation of the machine or any input device used to input information or operation instructions to the machine. The software may be programmed into any personal electronic device or may be connected to a driver or controller associated with the machine to be regulated.

The present invention provides systems and methods for selecting and/or communicating web content. Systems and methods are disclosed for rendering object(s) in web pages movable by a user of a client device. The object(s) may further be selected for communication to one or more other device(s) and/or location(s). For example, the one or more other device(s) may include mobile devices such as cell phones, personal digital assistants, pocket PCs, laptops, etc. In addition, the one or more other location(s) may correspond to a storage location in memory, a weblog, etc. The invention also discloses inserting a customizable window in the displayed web page for receiving selected object(s) and/or other personal text or information. Methods for performing business over a computer are also disclosed which include displaying advertisements relevant to the selected object(s) in the customizable window.

A small electronic device has a battery level detection unit for real-time detection of the current battery level and a communication unit for transmitting report data on a detected battery level to another small electronic device, such as a pocket PC device. The receiving small electronic device compares the data with data on its own battery level detected therein and displays the lower battery level data.

The device for typing and inputting symbols into portable communication means can be used in an application with communicators, pocket PCs, mobile telephones and other similar devices. The device comprises input elements in the form of keys under a user's finger, some of which keys are arranged on the rear side of the device body. The device is characterized in that each of the keys arranged on the rear side of the device body is intended for one finger only and is capable of registering four types of action by the finger: bending, unbending and shifting of the finger in two perpendicular directions. The device is aimed from the outset at direct typing rather than chorded typing, and has a large number of actions which can be carried out by fingers on the rear panel of the device, which should result in easier learning of typing and in more rapid typing.

A mapping application relies on a modified affine transformation algorithm to provide near real-time navigation of imagery, track-up capability and integration of segment and picture data. The affine transformation is modified to map a “world space” comprised of a plurality of pixel maps onto a view port. The pixel data for the maps is preferably stored in vertical strips of memory to reduce the likelihood of cache misses. The mapping application is most useful for rendering pixel imagery on a platform with limited processing power, limited memory and small display sizes, e.g., “hand held devices” such as a GPS handset, or Pocket PC.

A system and process for capturing all regionally supported data regarding a real estate property for sale, and a system and process for loading that captured data to a regional multiple listing database system, using a portable computing device is detailed. A general purpose portable computing device (such as the Palm OS personal data assistant PCD, or the handheld Microsoft Pocket PC, HPC) is capable of running custom software applications for the collection and display of information and can be configured to store collected information in persistent storage, for later retrieval and manipulation, on the portable computing device. A regional multiple listing service maintains a database and search engine of all properties listed for sale in a specific geographic region, and which are listed for sale with a licensed real estate agent. This system provides a software application on the portable computing device which allows the real estate agent to collect all the necessary data, while in the field, to create a listing entry in the multiple listing database. The system is configured such that the field collected data can be automatically published to the multiple listing database at the next opportunity the real estate agent has to synchronize the portable computing device with an Internet connected computer. The system is also configured to correct common data collection mistakes made by a plurality of real estate agents, and also correct common mistakes made while transcribing the data into the multiple listing database.

A method and system for enhancing the entertainment and enjoyment of a spectator or participatory event, wherein participants and/or spectators automatically receive an opportunity to enter a drawing for a prize upon using a wireless communication device to make an electronic acquisition of interest. In a preferred embodiment, a fan of an entertainer will attend a concert by the entertainer and during the show use a cell phone or similar electronic wireless communication device to purchase a song, ring tone, or game, and in association with the ordering process, will be asked if they wish to be included in a drawing to identify a person or persons that would get to sit on stage up close to watch the artist perform. In an embodiment, the invention comprises a process of conducting a lottery type contest for participants at a live event. Participants will use their wireless devices by text messaging/SMS a number to enter the lottery. Entry may start at the time of ticket purchase for a live spectator event or start at the event itself. Lottery winners are randomly chosen by a computer system and prompted through their cellular device, PDA, pocket PC, and/or two-way pager as to how to receive their prizes

The present invention provides systems and methods for selecting and/or communicating web content. Systems and methods are disclosed for rendering object(s) in web pages movable by a user of a client device. The object(s) may further be selected for communication to one or more other device(s) and/or location(s). For example, the one or more other device(s) may include mobile devices such as cell phones, personal digital assistants, pocket PCs, laptops, etc. In addition, the one or more other location(s) may correspond to a storage location in memory, a weblog, etc. The invention also discloses inserting a customizable window in the displayed web page for receiving selected object(s) and/or other personal text or information. Methods for performing business over a computer are also disclosed which include displaying advertisements relevant to the selected object(s) in the customizable window.

This invention relates to one smell various gas generation and release device, which is applied in persona computer, laptops, pocket PC, game player, mobile phone, TV, DVD and sound device, wherein, the device is composed of communication interface, order release device, controller, power device, basic smell memory, mixture device, dirty gas absorptive device and release device to send out different gas under control of platform program.

A computing system comprising a pocket personal computer and a reader are disclosed. The pocket PC is pocket-sized and comprises flash memory, and optionally a processor and a GPS chip. The reader includes a monitor, a keyboard with docking port and an optional processor and at least one input/output USB connector. A user cannot interact with the pocket PC without the reader. The reader is a non-functioning ''shell'' without the pocket PC, however, when they are connected the system becomes a fully functional personal computer. To log on, a user provides security information, for example, a password or biometrics, such as fingerprints. The credit card size and capabilities of the pocket PC allows a user to easily carry virtually their entire computer in a pocket for use anywhere there is a reader.

In order to carry out driving in high speed, former portable information terminal of using Pocket PC operation system stores user's data and setting information added by user in RAM. Thus, if problem in booting process occurs, then it has no choice but to hard re-booting so that fatal failure including losing user's important information occurs. Modifying information of registration list and booting module, the invention makes device run drives and programs setup by factory only when carrying out booting process. Checking-up drives and programs to be loaded and run in advance, user can decide whether to use the drives and programs in booting time. Thus, when error occurs in booting process, problems can be solved after operation system is stabilized so that the issue of losing user's important information and programs caused by hard re-booting process can be avoided.

This disclosure describes novel schemes and utilities that promote sustainable usage of smartphones. It describes apparatus and methods to prevent phone loss, prevent overheating problems, decrease energy waste of the battery, prevent overcharging, decrease packaging waste, and encourage sustainable behavior among users to increase the life of the electronic product. In addition, this application characterize mechanism for localization of people and objects. The apparatus and methods may be applied to promote sustainable usage of other electronic devices such as tablets, laptops, pocket PCs, personal digital assistants (PDAs), e-readers, wearable devices, and etc. In addition, a framework has been presented which can be applied to promote sustainable behavior for any consumer electronics products including smartphones. In addition, novel localization apparatus and methods is presented in this application that can be applied for general localization/tracking purposes.