Power Flow Display Control for Multi-Device Charging Roles
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems make it difficult for users to easily confirm the power supplying state among multiple connected electronic devices, especially when roles are changed or when multiple devices are connected.
Innovation Solution
An electronic apparatus with a display that displays a predetermined icon, which, upon a predetermined touch operation, shows a screen providing information on the direction of power flow between the apparatus and an external device, including connection and battery information.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If the specific screen is displayed only when the information processing apparatus and an external apparatus are connected or when roles are changed, then the power supplying state can be confirmed at role change moments, but it is not easy for the user to confirm the power supplying state among a plurality of apparatuses after connection
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by displaying the power supplying state information in advance on the home screen through an icon, so that users can confirm the power state at any time without needing to navigate to specific screens. The icon is updated proactively when power roles change, providing timely information before the user needs to check it.
Solution Approach 2:
The home screen serves multiple functions: it displays general device information and simultaneously shows the power supplying state through the icon. This multi-functional approach eliminates the need for separate dedicated screens for power status, making the interface more efficient and easier to use.
2Loss of information
If a dedicated power state screen is always displayed, then users can easily confirm power flow direction, but the interface becomes more complex and occupies display space
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the power state information into a compact icon format that can be displayed within the existing home screen layout. This segmented approach presents complex power flow information in a simple, easily digestible visual form without requiring a separate full-screen display.
Solution Approach 2:
The power state information is displayed locally on the home screen rather than requiring a separate dedicated screen. The icon is placed in a specific location on the home screen, allowing users to access power information without leaving their current view, thus reducing interface complexity while maintaining information accessibility.
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AI summary
An electronic apparatus that supplies and receives power to and from an external apparatus connected to the electronic apparatus. The electronic apparatus performs control such that a predetermined icon is displayed on a display. The electronic apparatus detects a predetermined touch operation on the predetermined icon displayed on the display. The electronic apparatus performs control such that a predetermined screen is displayed on the display together with the predetermined icon in accordance with the predetermined touch operation on the predetermined icon detected. The predetermined screen includes information on a direction of power flow between the electronic apparatus and the external apparatus connected to the electronic apparatus.