Remote control device with directional mode indicator
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1. A remote control device, comprising:
- means for detecting orientation of the remote control device; and
a processor operative to change a mode of operation of the remote control device in response to a change in the orientation.
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Abstract
Methods, systems, and products are disclosed for a remote control device. Means for detecting orientation of the remote control device couples to a processor. The processor is operative to change a mode of operation of the remote control device in response to a change in the orientation.
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20 Claims
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1. A remote control device, comprising:
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means for detecting orientation of the remote control device; and
a processor operative to change a mode of operation of the remote control device in response to a change in the orientation. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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13. A method, comprising:
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detecting an orientation of a remote control device; and
in response to a change in the orientation, changing a mode of operation of the remote control device. - View Dependent Claims (14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20)
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18. A data storage area storing processor-readable instructions for:
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detecting an orientation of a remote control device; and
in response to a change in the orientation, changing a mode of operation of the remote control device.
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