Systems and methods for providing audio and visual cues via a portable electronic device
US8001472B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 27, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2230/755
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Methods and systems for providing a lifestyle companion system are provided. The lifestyle companion system can provide a platform to conduct a user interview. Based on the user interview responses, the system can suggest activities, references, and/or plug-in modules. During performance of activities, the system can provide audio and/or visual cues related to the activities and collect data indicative of the user's performance. Based on the collected data, the system can dynamically adapt the user's goals and/or activities the user is performing or will perform. In some embodiments of the present invention, the lifestyle companion system of the present invention can be applied to fitness, nutrition, and/or medical modules. The system also can be used to facilitate synchronous group activities.
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