Wide touchpad on a portable computer
US8098233B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 30, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 12, 2028 |
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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