Wide touchpad on a portable computer
US7834855B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 25, 2004 |
| Grant date | Nov 16, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F3/044
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
In one exemplary embodiment, a portable computer having a display assembly coupled to a base assembly to alternate between a closed position and an open position. Palm rest areas are formed by a touchpad disposed on the surface of the base assembly. In an alternative embodiment, a touchpad disposed on the base assembly has a width that extends substantially into the palm rests areas of the base assembly.
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