Multi-Device Charging Interface for Unified Wireless Charge Status
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing techniques for charging multiple electronic devices are cumbersome and inefficient, often requiring complex and time-consuming user interfaces that waste user time and device energy.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a method and interface that allows for simultaneous wireless charging of multiple devices, where a primary device displays the charge status of both itself and secondary devices, reducing cognitive burden and conserving power by providing faster and more efficient charging indications.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If existing techniques are used to determine charge level of multiple devices, then charge status information can be obtained, but the process is complex and time-consuming requiring multiple key presses
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple charge status indicators into a single unified display interface. Instead of requiring separate interactions to check each device's charge level, the system merges all charge status information into one visual presentation, allowing users to monitor multiple devices simultaneously through a single interface element.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates visual copies of charge status information through graphical representations. Each charged device is represented by a visual indicator (such as a battery icon or progress bar) that copies the essential charge level data in a simplified visual form, eliminating the need for multiple sequential checks.
2Loss of information
If existing techniques are used to monitor multiple charging devices, then charge status can be tracked, but device energy is wasted due to inefficient processes
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements self-service monitoring where the charged devices automatically report their charge status to the displaying device without requiring active user intervention. This automatic status reporting mechanism allows continuous tracking while minimizing the energy and computational resources needed compared to active polling methods.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent establishes continuous charge status monitoring through persistent visual indicators that update in real-time. Rather than requiring periodic user-initiated checks that consume energy, the system maintains continuous information availability through efficient background processes that only activate when status changes occur.
3Ease of operation
If a simple display interface is used for multi-device charging, then user experience is improved, but charge status information for multiple devices cannot be effectively communicated
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments charge status information into distinct visual elements for each device while maintaining a unified display. Each device's charge level is represented by separate visual indicators (such as individual battery icons or progress bars) that are clearly distinguished but presented together, allowing comprehensive information display without overwhelming the user interface.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses color variations to encode different charge status levels in a visually intuitive manner. By assigning different colors or color intensities to represent various charge states (such as green for full, yellow for partial, red for low), the patent communicates multiple devices' status information through simple visual cues that enhance ease of operation while preserving complete information.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This approach enhances user experience by streamlining the charging process, reducing the time between battery charges, and minimizing energy waste through efficient power management and intuitive interface design.
Implementation Method 1
techniques for charging multiple electronic devices wirelessly
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure generally relates to user interfaces for charging electronic devices. At a first device with a display, detect that at least one of the first device or a second device has entered a wireless charging state. In response to detecting that at least one of the first device or the second device has entered a wireless charging state, and in accordance with a determination that the first device and the second device are being wirelessly charged by the same wireless charging device, display, on the display, an indication of charge status for the second device.