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Methods and apparatus regarding electronic eyewear applicable for seniors

US11721183B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 7, 2020
Grant dateAug 8, 2023
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Expiry dateAug 7, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04W4/70
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Novel methods and apparatus regarding electronic eyewear are disclosed. Different embodiments can be applicable for seniors. One embodiment includes an eyewear that can charge when placed in an eyewear case. A user can access a live operator by tapping a button at the eyewear. The live operator can connect the user to a person. The eyewear can detect falls. In another embodiment, the eyewear with a digital assistant can be voice activated, and can provide assistance via the digital assistant. In yet another embodiment, the eyewear includes a position identifying system to identify a position of the eyewear. In one embodiment, the eyewear could wirelessly interact with a device coupled to an apparatus in the vicinity of the eyewear.

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