Mobile client computer with hexagonal keyboard
US5805157A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 12, 1996 |
| Grant date | Sep 8, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 12, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S345/905
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A computer in which entry of data from an area provided on a display, touchscreen or the like is facilitated by the provision of a "soft keyboard" having keys configurable as hexagonal cells. Hexagonal cells enable display of larger areas for engagement by the finger or other input pointer used by a user of the computer of this invention. A user can be permitted a choice between hexagonal and rectangular cells.
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