User programmable switch for portable data processing devices
US8000736B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 6, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 13, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04M1/72448
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The various methods and devices described herein relate to devices which, in at least certain embodiments, may include at least one mechanical switch for user to select a user profile interface setting and at least one processor for causing the device to respond to the mechanical switch. The mechanical switch may be dedicated for the purpose of switching profiles and may allow for a selection of a plurality of profiles. Further, in conjunction with an optional shift key, the user may select preferences programmed within a profile.
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