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User interface for personal telecommunication devices

  • US 5,841,849 A
  • Filed: 10/31/1996
  • Issued: 11/24/1998
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/31/1996
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. An ergonomic user interface system for a personal telecommunication device comprising:

  • a first base member having an inner surface, an outer surface, a first end and a first hinged end opposite the first end;

    a second base member having an inner surface, an outer surface, a second end and a second hinged end opposite the second end;

    a first display mounted on the inner surface of the first base member for displaying information;

    a second display mounted on the inner surface of the second base member for displaying information;

    a microphone supported by one of the first and second base members;

    a speaker supported by one of the first and second base members;

    a hinge connecting the first hinged end to the second hinged ends; and

    a manipulatable member supported by one of the first and second base members and functionally connected to at least one of the displays to alter an appearance of displayed information on at least one of the first and second displays in response to a manipulation of the manipulatable member thereby allowing the user to completely operate the telecommunication device.

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