Camera Preview Layout for Simultaneous Image Review
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Solution Overview
Problem
Electronic devices face limitations in processing and display capabilities that require users to toggle between live preview and review modes for captured and stored images, making it cumbersome to efficiently manage image capture and review.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device is configured to simultaneously display a live preview of newly captured image content and a representation of previously stored image content on a single display screen, using separate or adjacent portions, allowing seamless transition and review.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the electronic device displays only one mode (preview or review) at a time, then the display content is clear and simple, but the user must toggle between modes which increases operation time and reduces efficiency
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines preview mode and review mode into a single unified display interface. The display screen is divided into multiple regions where one region shows the live preview of currently captured images while another region simultaneously displays thumbnails of previously stored images. This merging eliminates the need for users to switch between separate modes, allowing them to both preview new captures and review stored content at the same time, thus reducing operation time and improving efficiency.
2Productivity
If the electronic device simultaneously displays multiple image representations, then the user can preview and review images concurrently, but the processing load and display complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the display screen into multiple distinct regions, each dedicated to a specific function. One region is allocated for displaying the live preview of currently captured images, while another region is allocated for displaying thumbnails of previously stored images. This segmentation allows the system to handle multiple image representations simultaneously without overwhelming the display or processing resources, as each region is independently managed and rendered.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses thumbnail representations (copies) of previously stored images rather than displaying full-resolution images. These condensed copies consume significantly less processing power and display resources while still providing users with sufficient visual information to review their captured content. This copying approach enables simultaneous display of multiple images without proportionally increasing the processing and display complexity.
3Ease of operation
If the electronic device displays a live preview of captured images, then the user can properly orientate the lens, but the processing resources are consumed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies partial action by displaying a live preview at reduced resolution or with reduced processing intensity compared to full image capture and processing. The preview provides sufficient visual feedback for users to orientate the lens correctly, but consumes fewer processing resources than capturing and processing full-resolution images. This partial processing approach maintains the essential functionality of lens orientation while reducing energy consumption.
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AI summary
Systems and methods for previewing newly captured image content and reviewing previously stored image content using an electronic device are provided. The previously stored image content may include an individual distinct image or at least two consecutive video frame images.