Input device with audio capablities
First Claim
1. An input device comprising:
- a capturing unit for capturing data representative of handwriting strokes based on movement of the input device;
an audio unit for receiving a verbal command; and
a processor for performing steps comprising;
identifying the verbal command; and
executing the verbal command.
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Abstract
An input device is provided for capturing handwriting strokes while in a handwriting mode and for providing audio-related functionality. The input device may be formed in the shape of a pen, and may or may not include an ink cartridge to facilitate movement of the input device in a familiar manner. In one configuration, an input device provides verbal messages, such as warnings to a user. In another configuration, an input device receives audible commands and performs related actions. In a further configuration, an input device recognizes specific movements, such as a word traced therewith, and provides audible information based on the movements. Methods for using input devices and computer-readable instructions for performing the methods are also provided.
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20 Claims
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1. An input device comprising:
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a capturing unit for capturing data representative of handwriting strokes based on movement of the input device;
an audio unit for receiving a verbal command; and
a processor for performing steps comprising;
identifying the verbal command; and
executing the verbal command. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15)
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16. An input device comprising:
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a capturing unit for capturing data representative of handwriting strokes based on movement of the input device;
an audio unit for playing a verbal message; and
a processor for performing steps comprising;
identifying one of an error and a caution; and
providing first instructions to the audio unit to play the one of the error and caution as a verbal message. - View Dependent Claims (17)
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18. An input device comprising:
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a capturing unit for capturing data representative of handwriting strokes based on movement of the input device;
an audio unit for playing a verbal message; and
a processor for performing steps comprising;
recognizing handwriting strokes as corresponding to one of a word, a phrase, and a character; and
instructing the audio unit to play an audio representation of the one of a word and a character. - View Dependent Claims (19)
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20. The input device of 19, wherein the processor performs the further step of instructing a display to display a graphical translation of the one of word and a phrase.
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