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Headphones with off-center pivoting earpiece

US11272279B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 16, 2020
Grant dateMar 8, 2022
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Expiry dateSep 16, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04R2460/01
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

This disclosure includes several different features suitable for use in circumaural and supra-aural headphones designs. Designs that enhance user comfort and improve user control of the headphones are discussed. Various sensor configurations and electronic component positions are also discussed. User convenience features that include detachable cushions and automatically detecting the donning and doffing of headphones are also discussed.

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